Ensuring the Integrity of Wind Turbine Infrastructure

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At Apollo, we understand the importance of keeping renewable energy infrastructure running efficiently and safely.

That is why we have partnered with Intertek CAPCIS to draft a new set of guidelines for the Energy Institute titled: Guidelines on Corrosion Management & Asset Integrity for Offshore Wind Turbine Infrastructure.

Why Integrity Matters

Wind turbines now produce a considerable proportion of the UK’s electricity, around 30% in 2023. Therefore, keeping the existing turbines online and producing energy is key for the country and our clients.

In particular offshore turbines face tough environments from salt spray to storms. Over time, this wear and tear can compromise their safety and performance. This can lead to costly repairs and un-planned downtime.

That is where integrity management comes in. It is about more than justinspections or maintenance schedules—it is a proactive approach to corrosion protection, safety, and sustainability.

The goal? Turbines that operate safely, efficiently, and reliably, long into the future.

Apollo x Intertek CAPCIS: A Collaborative Approach

This initiative brings together Apollo’s engineering and integrity management expertise with Intertek CAPCIS’s experience in corrosion management.

Together, we are creating a resource that goes beyond theory, guidelines shaped by real-world knowledge and practical solutions.

The collaboration brings together knowledge and experience from the oil and gas and marine sectors where many lessons have already been learned.

This is supplemented by real-world experience of the challenges specific to offshore wind gained through supporting our clients in offshore wind.

What We’re Delivering

The publication will offer guidance for managing degradation mechanisms in offshore wind turbines.

It aims to support safe, reliable, and profitable operations by promoting best practices and effective integrity management strategies.

The guidance applies to the corrosion management and asset integrity of offshore wind turbines and the corresponding fixed substructures including jackets and monopiles.

By gathering insights, reviewing existing materials, and collaborating with the Energy Institute steering group, we’re building a solid foundation for guidance the sector can trust.

This is supplemented by case studies to ensure that previous mistakes are not repeated.

What’s next?

Our team has completed drafting the document, consulting with industry stakeholders to ensure the document meets the requirements of the industry. The finished guideline will be ready for publication early in 2025.

Follow our journey as we share updates and approach the release of the final publication.

For more information, contact us at info@apollo.engineer or follow us on LinkedIn.