The Norwegian BOA, a maritime group that mainly operates offshore industry services and towing services, has signed a memorandum of understanding with the French port of Brest to collaborate in the development of turbine launching methods floating offshore wind turbines from port facilities at sea and to support the development of its port infrastructure. In particular, the agreement focuses on on the study and evaluation of safe, efficient and for the launch of floating structures, taking advantage of the BrestPort energy terminal facilities marine renewables and BOA's technical resources, including the of semi-submersible barges and engineering skills Offshore.

Combining BOA's maritime know-how with the advantages industrial and industrial sectors of BrestPort, the two partners aim to accelerate the construction of floating wind farms in Brittany, in the Atlantic and beyond, while ensuring safety operational, efficiency and environmental sustainability.

"Developing viable solutions for the launch of structures floating wind turbines - explained the director of the French port, Christophe Chabert, commenting on the agreement - it is a passage for the offshore renewable energy sector. It requires not only advanced engineering and specialized vessels, but also a port infrastructure capable of handling large components dimensions safely and efficiently. This Memorandum of Understanding with BOA allows us to combine the strategic location, the BrestPort's facilities and expertise in maritime operations with BOA's offshore fleet and expertise. Together We aim to define innovative and scalable solutions that accelerate the implementation of offshore wind projects floating in Brittany and throughout Europe, while ensuring safety, efficiency and environmental sustainability".