Norther generates first power from its 370 MW offshore wind project in Zeebrugge

Norther has begun supplying power to the Belgian through its under-construction 370 MW offshore wind project off the coast of Zeebrugge. The first power is provided by the already finished four wind turbines. 

The installation of Norther's 44 turbines began in January. It is the final and most crucial stage in the construction of Belgium's largest offshore wind farm. Twelve turbines have already been installed and the initial power generates by the first turbines are being connected to Stevin, the new high-voltage station of Elia in Zeebrugge. That way, the wind energy generated will flow into the power grid and will be sold to Engie (50%) and Eneco (50%). On final delivery, Norther’s electricity supply will cover 400,000 families' energy usage.

The Norther wind farm is located 23 kilometers off the haven of Ostend and has a total capacity of 370 megawatts, the largest capacity of all Belgian wind farms. This way, Norther is actively contributing towards Belgium's 2020 climate targets.

Norther—a project led by shareholders Elicio, Eneco, and DGE (wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsubishi Corporation)—will be fully operational this summer.