Hornsea 3 signs for 3.3m sq ft at Steel River Quay
Ørsted’s offshore wind farm will use the Teesworks site on the south bank of the River Tees to collect and store key components for its green energy ambitions, such as monopile foundations and secondary steel.
The components, which can weigh as much as 2,300 tonnes, will then be loaded onto offshore wind installation vessels, before being utilised.
The lease signals Ørsted’s support for British ports and infrastructure.
Steel River Quay was selected for its close proximity to Hornsea 3 and because of its surrounding network of green energy businesses, sich as two of Hornsea 3’s contract partners, Severfield, which will supply secondary steel structures, and SeAH, one of the wind farm’s monopile suppliers.
Cadeler will supply the vessels to Hornsea 3 from Steel River Quay, with Mammoet carrying out heavy lifting operations.
The 4,500-acre Teesworks site is being transformed into a centre for green industry, securing billions of pounds of investment and creating thousands of highly skilled jobs.
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Energy minister Michael Shanks said: “Our mission to become a clean energy superpower is focused on attracting investment for local communities, creating new jobs, and ensuring energy security for families and businesses.
“This partnership delivers on that promise – Hornsea 3 will drive growth throughout Teesside and help rebuild Britain’s industrial heartlands as part of our Plan for Change.”
Jason Ledden, senior project director, Hornsea 3 said: “Ørsted’s choice of Steel River Quay at Teesworks for Hornsea 3 demonstrates our continued commitment to investing in British infrastructure, growth and jobs.
“The port is the first in the UK to be specifically designed for the offshore wind industry and we’re proud to be its first large-scale users.
“Offshore wind is not only generating clean, plentiful energy – it’s bringing economic benefits to communities all around the UK.”
John Barnes, chief executive of the South Tees Development Corporation, said: “This agreement is a clear example of how sustained public and private collaboration is unlocking new industries on Teesside…
“Ørsted’s commitment to Steel River Quay brings that ambition to life – and marks a decisive step in transforming Teesworks into a thriving hub for offshore wind.”
