Offshore wind logistics

WIND is teaming up with Waterson Terminals (WTS) in Rhode Island to establish a new cable storage yard at ProvPort in Providence, expected to be operational by Q3 this year.

“Waterson Terminal Services is thrilled to partner with WIND as we work to provide a high level of port logistics and stevedoring service to the US offshore wind supply chain,” said Waterson Terminal Services general manager, Chris Waterson.

“WIND has gained valuable experience supporting cable logistics projects in Europe and Asia and combining that expertise with our existing management team and skilled, local International Longshoreman’s Association workforce will further strengthen our service offering.”

The main cable storage yard will be set up in Providence, with the potential to expand into other WTS facilities as the business grows and more space is required. From Providence, WIND will provide all cable and accessories storage and handling, while the project management will be carried out from WIND’s headquarters in Alkmaar, the Netherlands.

“We want to bring the experience that we have gained in the European energy market over the last 10 plus years to the US, and extend our contribution to the global energy transition, in our own small way,” said WIND chief executive, Tom Nooij.