Empire Energy Offshore and Sarens sign MOU over US offshore wind infrastructure

Empire Energy Partners’ Offshore Division has signed an MOU (memorandum of understanding) framework agreement with Sarens, a global leader in heavy lifting, transport, and engineering, to enhance the development of US offshore wind projects.

This collaboration, which combines Empire Energy’s engineering, procurement, and construction capabilities with Sarens’ expertise in large-scale heavy lifting and transport, aims to create a unified solution for offshore wind developers. This formalizes the intent of both organisations to leverage their combined strengths in order to address the rapidly growing demand for integrated EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) solutions in the US offshore wind market.

Empire Energy Offshore has selected Sarens for its expertise and references in the US market, enabling it to deliver a comprehensive ‘one-stop-shop’ solution for offshore wind developers.

By working together they aim to meet the increasing demand for domestic offshore wind projects by offering an integrated solution. Empire Energy Offshore will lead as the primary EPC contractor, while Sarens will provide critical heavy lifting, transport, and engineering support, ensuring projects are completed safely and efficiently.

Sarens brings a wealth of global experience in offshore wind, having executed projects across Europe and beyond. The company’s expertise in managing heavy transport and installation for large-scale offshore projects has been demonstrated through its involvement in projects such as: the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Farm, the largest offshore wind development in the US.

“This partnership will allow us to expand our services in the US offshore wind market,” said Mike Milledge, senior director of Offshore Wind at Empire Energy Partners. “By working with Sarens, we can offer our clients a full-service solution from start to finish, positioning ourselves as leaders in the renewable energy space.”

Sarens is no stranger to offshore wind projects, having played a critical role in the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind farm and global projects across Europe and Asia. In the North Sea, Sarens has supported major offshore wind farms through its work with Verbrugge Terminals in the Netherlands, while in Taiwan and South Korea, Sarens has been instrumental in delivering heavy lifting and transport solutions for large-scale offshore and floating wind projects. This extensive experience highlights Sarens’ long-term commitment to offshore wind worldwide.

Steven Sarens, managing director of Sarens Projects USA, added, “We are excited to collaborate with Empire Energy Offshore to provide our industry-leading heavy lifting and transport solutions to the offshore wind market. By working together, we can offer a seamless, integrated service that will streamline project execution and ensure the success of offshore wind developments in the US.”