DONG Energy Picks Natural Power for Blade Inspections

DONG Energy has selected Natural Power to deliver turbine blade inspection services at wind farms in the UK, Denmark and Germany.

There are 260 wind turbines covered under this framework, where this inspection programme will inform maintenance and repair schedules to ensure the turbines are delivering optimal performance.

Natural Power has already delivered turbine blade inspections at DONG’s London Array, Westermost Rough and Walney wind farms, and is now preparing for mobilisation at Lincs wind farm.

Chris Rowland, UK Field Manager in Inspection Management at DONG Energy, said: “Natural Power has demonstrated clear understanding and commitment to the growing needs of inspection and maintenance in offshore wind and is proactively working to build on a strong track record of quality and efficiency.”

Natural Power’s dedicated in-house inspection team utilises a semi-automated data capture solution, producing high-resolution imaging and processing software to assess the health of new and ageing turbine blades.