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Offshore Windfarms Web Tool is an interactive map on all of the windfarm projects that NIRAS has worked on, which includes both project level and plan level.
We provide multi-disciplinary environmental and engineering consultancy services to developers, investors and governments looking to realise the potential of offshore wind.
Many of our specialists are leading experts in their fields, providing trusted bespoke advice to clients, including developers, contractors, governments, authorities, regulators, land/rights owners, and other stakeholders.
We continuously invest in developing our experts and their expertise so that they can keep pace with the rapid development of the industry and deliver the most modern and futureproof solutions. Combined with an extensive network of independent specialists, companies and local experts, we can provide the skills required for the projects we undertake.
We support clients to realise the potential of offshore wind through multi-disciplinary environmental and engineering consultancy services. We have extensive in-house technical capability which includes expertise in:
Physical environment
Biological environment
Permitting and consenting
Environmental impact assessment (EIA)
Marine spatial planning
Wind resource assessment
Civil and structural engineering
Electrical systems
Health and safety
NIRAS is an international consultancy with strong Scandinavian roots that undertakes projects globally. We have an extensive network of offices throughout northern Europe, Scandinavia, Asia and Africa. Our wind services are delivered from key centres of expertise in the Denmark, Sweden, Norway, UK and Taiwan.
NIRAS’ experience with offshore wind dates back to the very first steps the emerging wind industry made into the sea at Vindeby in Denmark in 1991, where we provided geotechnical advice for the design of the foundations for that pioneering project. Since then we have followed our clients into new and exciting markets internationally and worked with them to realise some of the largest and most complex projects yet delivered. We have lost count of the MW of projects we have advised upon on in one capacity or another but it is certainly more than 50 GW and increasing all the time.
Our team comprises internationally recognised specialists in engineering and the environment. Working closely together, we advise clients on the identification and evaluation of potential sites and the development of technically and commercially feasible design concepts. We identify and obtain all necessary licences and permits and undertake environmental impact assessment and associated technical studies required to obtain them.
Once consented, we work with clients to develop detailed designs and assist with, or manage on their behalf, the construction and installation process. We have developed innovative approaches to the monitoring of operational wind farms, and at the end of their lifespan we advise on decommissioning. We also advise on the design and construction of the essential ancillary infrastructure including ports and harbour facilities for the offshore wind farms.
We aim to enhance collaboration between our business units, fostering a culture of open communication and cooperation.
By facilitating knowledge-sharing initiatives, we empower teams to leverage each other's expertise, driving innovation and efficiency across the organization. Through active participation in learning opportunities, we cultivate a dynamic environment where employees continually expand their skills and contribute to the collective growth of NIRAS. Together, we strive to maximize our collective potential, driving sustainable success and delivering exceptional value to the project and our partners.
Realising the green energy transition on a global scale
Gain insight into our expertise and projects in our Offshore Wind brochure.
We are experienced project managers with expertise in the development and management of budgets, work plans and working as part of complex teams. Risk management lies at the heart of our approach and we use our own experience and procedures to identify, evaluate and manage risks to project delivery, the environment and, crucially, the health and safety of those involved in the project.
NIRAS has international experience in EIA and Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (EISA) management. Our team of in-house experts has extensive experience in the biological and physical marine environment. Our technical experts also provide specialist input into EIA managed in-house by clients or by others. We have an exceptional track record of success and have led or contributed to the assessment of some of the largest offshore wind projects yet brought forward.
NIRAS has decades of experience in defining and obtaining the permits, consents required to construct and operate offshore wind farms and their associated infrastructure. We work closely with clients to ensure that any mitigation and conditions attached to permits and consents are as reasonable, proportionate and relevant as possible. Once the necessary permits and consents have been obtained we assist our clients to discharge any conditions, including monitoring requirements effectively and efficiently.
We provide contract and package management services for our clients as well as technical on-site supervision during cable, foundation and WTG installation and commissioning phases. Our experienced engineers provide technical assistance in areas such as quality management, document review, interface management, health and safety and environmental management. Our approach to design combines extensive in-house expertise in hydrodynamics, geotechnics and structural engineering. Using our extensive experience and innovative approaches, we can identify the best foundation type for a specific locations and purposes.
NIRAS has a team dedicated to maritime and onshore structures comprising experts in the master-planning, design and construction of general port and harbour facilities. We have specific experience in the planning and design of the port and harbour facilities required to support fabrication, construction deployment and shore based O&M support.
Offshore Windfarms Web Tool is an interactive map on all of the windfarm projects that NIRAS has worked on, which includes both project level and plan level.