OSLO, Norway (8 May 2025) – TGS, a global provider of energy data and intelligence, has successfully commenced detailed seabed geophysical surveys for the eastern array of the proposed Dogger Bank South (DBS) offshore wind farms for RWE and Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar.
These site investigations will enhance understanding of the seabed conditions over 122 km off the northeast coast of England. TGS started the surveys in April, acquiring ultra-high resolution 3D (UHR3D) seismic data to assess the subsea terrain at turbine locations.
Will Ashby, EVP of New Energy Solutions at TGS, said: “We are pleased to support RWE and Masdar through the delivery of high-quality geophysical acquisition, imaging and interpretation at the array site of DBS East. This work is critical to minimizing geohazards and ensuring safe and efficient project execution in one of the most strategically important offshore wind zones in the UK. Our data-rich capabilities will help de-risk development and support efficient planning of this important renewable energy project."
Colin McAllister, Development Project Manager for DBS offshore wind farms at RWE, stated: “This year’s site investigation at the eastern array builds upon similar work completed at the western array in 2024. The level of detail obtained from these surveys is crucial in developing the most effective foundation designs for each location. The DBS projects are critical infrastructure projects and have the potential to supply 3 million homes and 3GW of the UK Government’s 60GW offshore wind target.”
DBS consists of two offshore wind farms with a combined capacity of 3GW. RWE leads both DBS projects, overseeing development, construction, and operations on behalf of partners RWE and Masdar.
At 3GW, these projects are the UK's most powerful offshore wind farms under development. They are currently advancing through the Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP) planning process, with a consent decision anticipated by the end of the year. If approved, and following a Financial Investment Decision (FID), construction could commence in 2026/27, with first power generation expected to contribute to the UK government’s target of 60GW of offshore wind by 2030, and full completion by 2031/32.
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About RWE
RWE is leading the way to a green energy world. With its investment and growth strategy Growing Green, RWE is contributing significantly to the success of the energy transition and the decarbonisation of the energy system. Around 20,000 employees work for the company in almost 30 countries worldwide. RWE is already one of the leading companies in the field of renewable energy. Between 2024 and 2030, RWE will invest 55 billion euros worldwide in offshore and onshore wind, solar energy, batteries, flexible generation, and hydrogen projects. By the end of the decade, the company’s green portfolio will grow to more than 65 gigawatts of generation capacity, which will be perfectly complemented by global energy trading. RWE is decarbonising its business in line with the 1.5-degree reduction pathway and will phase out coal by 2030. RWE will be net-zero by 2040. Fully in line with the company’s purpose - Our energy for a sustainable life.
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About Masdar
Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) is one of the world’s fastest-growing renewable energy companies. As a global clean energy pioneer, Masdar is advancing the development and deployment of solar, wind, geothermal, battery storage and green hydrogen technologies to accelerate the energy transition and help the world meet its net-zero ambitions. Established in 2006, Masdar has developed and invested in projects in over 40 countries with a combined capacity of over 20 gigawatts (GW), providing affordable clean energy access to those who need it most and helping to power a more sustainable future. Masdar is jointly owned by TAQA, ADNOC, and Mubadala, and is targeting a renewable energy portfolio capacity of 100GW by 2030 while aiming to be a leading producer of green hydrogen by the same year.