CMOS Mobilises

We are thrilled to share the latest milestone in our work on the Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm, one of Scotland’s largest renewable energy projects. The cable-laying vessel, the CMOS Installer, has begun critical mobilisation works, marking a significant step forward in delivering clean energy to the UK.

The CMOS Installer is tasked with installing two 85-kilometre, 220 kV, three-phase export cables—among the largest of their kind globally. These cables will connect the 1.1 GW wind farm, located 15 to 22 kilometres off the Angus coastline, to an onshore substation at Cockenzie, East Lothian. Following a targeted upgrade program in Santander, which included carousel extension, ROV gate installation, and A-frame foundation improvements, the CMOS Installer is fully equipped to handle this complex operation.

Our team has been hard at work supporting Enshore Subsea, conducting pre-lay surveys of the cable route using a remotely operated vehicle and installing mattress protection at subsea cable crossing locations. These efforts ensure the cables are laid and buried securely using our advanced subsea trencher fleet, with operations set to continue through the summer of 2025.

“We are proud to contribute to the Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm, a landmark project for the UK’s renewable energy goals,” said Pierre Boyde, Managing Director of Enshore Subsea. “The CMOS Installer and our dedicated team are ready to deliver this ambitious project, working closely with the Inch Cape team and our partners.”

Once completed, Inch Cape will power nearly 5 TWh of renewable energy annually, supporting Scotland and the UK’s transition to a sustainable future. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to bring this transformative project to life!