Thornton Bank
Thornton Bank is located at 30 km off the Belgium coast line. The total offshore wind park covers an area of 20 km² and contains 54 wind turbines, with a total capacity of 325,5 MW. This equals the annual power consumption of 600.000 inhabitants.
The wind farm will be built in 3 phases. Phase I: 6 turbines (gravity foundation. Phase II and III: 48 turbines.
The Thornton Bank Wind farm is expected to be fully operational by mid 2013.The Thornton Bank Wind farm is fully operational by mid 2013.
Kersten Europe Renewable Energy
Kersten Europe has been awarded with the production of the J-tubes, bellmouths and external platforms.
Full name | Thornton Bank |
Coordinates | 51.3839 /2.5538 |
Country | Belgium |
Water | North Sea |
Type | Offshore Wind Farm |
Turbines | 54 |
Foundation | Gravity and Jackets |
Total capacity | 325 MW |
Description | J-tubes, bellmouths and external platforms |