The company will supply, install and commission a V80-2.0MW wind turbine for the project, called the WindFloat Project, off the Portuguese coast.
Principle Power’s WindFloat is a patented semi-submersible floating structure for offshore wind turbines.
The floating structure dampens wave and turbine induced motion, enabling offshore wind turbines to be sited in previously inaccessible locations where water depth exceeds 50m and wind resources are superior.
Vestas said this project has the potential to lay the foundations for further development of the offshore business while helping to exploit the enormous offshore potential worldwide.
According to the company, the system integrating the V80-2.0MW turbine and the floating structure will be tested for at least one year with a focus on performance, validation of the WindFloat and turbine control optimization.
In addition, commissioning/decommissioning and operation and maintenance studies will be conducted.
WindPlus is a joint venture company led by the EDP Group with partners including Principle Power and several other entities.
