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25 Feb 2025

Inch Cape Taps Taylor Hopkinson for Quality Control

25 Feb 2025  by renews   
Taylor Hopkinson has secured a quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) surveillance contract for the 1100MW Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm project in Scotland. The wind farm, located 15 km off the Angus coast in the North Sea, is under development by Red Rock Renewables and ESB. It will feature 72 offshore wind turbines and is expected to begin full operations in 2027, with a lifespan exceeding 25 years.

The collaboration between Taylor Hopkinson and Brunel covers essential fabrication yard locations worldwide for this project. Since 2017, Taylor Hopkinson has provided expertise in engineering, consenting, and development for Inch Cape. The company will maintain its support during the ongoing phase, which includes manufacturing, construction, offshore installation, and commissioning.

Neil Brown, Managing Director - Offshore Wind at Taylor Hopkinson, stated: “We are delighted to further support Inch Cape beyond financial close. In partnership with Brunel, this marks our 7th consecutive offshore wind farm where we have provided QA/QC services for UK and European clients sourcing components from China. With 10 operational entities in China, managed by 40 internal staff, we offer clients comprehensive solutions, including immigration and payroll services, ensuring compliance with local tax and social security requirements.”

John Hill, Project Director at Inch Cape, commented: “Taylor Hopkinson has been a valuable partner during the project’s development and continues to provide key support with the mobilisation of highly experienced fabrication site teams for this execution phase of the project.”

The Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm represents a significant step in renewable energy development in Scotland. Its strategic location and substantial capacity aim to contribute to sustainable energy goals over the coming decades. Taylor Hopkinson’s sustained involvement highlights its role in facilitating the project’s progress from initial stages through to its operational phase.

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