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North Falls offshore wind project launches critical metocean survey this month

The future of UK offshore wind takes shape as SSE Renewables and RWE begin vital data collection. Could this project redefine the southern North Sea's energy landscape?

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North Falls offshore wind project launches critical metocean survey this month

A new metocean survey campaign is set to begin this month at the North Falls offshore wind forms site in the southern North Sea. The project, a joint venture between SSE Renewables and RWE, marks an extension of the existing Greater Gabbard wind farm and could add up to 504 MW of capacity.

The survey will gather essential data before construction starts, with preparations underway for deployment in the coming days.

Partrac will lead the campaign using the vessel CT Vector to install metocean equipment at the site. Mobilisation is scheduled to start on or after 18 February, with the survey lasting between 12 and 18 months. All work must finish by 16 August 2027.

The North Falls project has secured an agreement for lease, allowing for up to 57 turbines across a 95-square-kilometre area. Its Development Consent Order (DCO) application was accepted for review in August 2024, though a final decision from the Secretary of State has been postponed until 28 April 2026.

Coordination with the nearby Five Estuaries wind farm—led by a RWE consortium and granted a DCO in December 2025—will help streamline development. SSE Renewables is also advancing two other major projects: Dogger Bank B (1.235 GW, with Equinor) and Dogger Bank C (1.218 GW, also with Equinor). Both are in pre-construction, with final investment decisions expected in 2026 and 2027 respectively.

The survey marks a key step toward expanding offshore wind capacity in the southern North Sea. Once operational, North Falls could contribute significantly to the UK's renewable energy targets. The project's progress will depend on regulatory approvals and ongoing coordination with neighbouring developments.

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