ARB Wind has been awarded a significant contract by Neart na Gaoithe (NnG) Offshore Wind Limited for Balance of Plant, Inspection & Maintenance services, and Above Water Foundations Inspections. The contract award represents a major milestone for ARB Wind as it continues to expand its offshore capabilities in the UK's wind energy sector.

The contract comes as the NnG Offshore Wind Farm, jointly owned and operated by EDF power solutions UK and Ireland and ESB, marked the official operation of the wind farm on July 24, 2025. Located approximately 15.5 km off the coast of Eyemouth, the wind farm comprises 54 wind turbine generators and two offshore substation platforms, all of which require ongoing inspection, maintenance, and support to ensure safe and efficient operation.

Scope of Services and Assets Covered

ARB Wind will provide dedicated Balance of Plant technicians to deliver a wide range of services across NnG's offshore wind farm and onshore assets. The services will cover the wind turbine generator foundations, offshore substation platforms, the onshore substation in East Lothian, the operations and maintenance facility in Eyemouth, and storage facilities in Rosyth and Blyth.

The Above Water Foundations Inspections will include both baseline and scheduled inspections designed to ensure the continued integrity of the 56 offshore foundations. The inspection process will comprise an initial phase of Remote Visual Inspection conducted via Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, which will inform and support the scope of subsequent on-asset General and Close Visual Inspections via techniques including Industrial Rope Access.

Operational Structure and Coverage

The Balance of Plant scope will be delivered by two teams of highly skilled technicians, operating on a rotational basis 365 days a year to ensure consistent coverage. ARB Wind's teams will carry out planned inspections, routine maintenance, and ad hoc support tasks to enhance overall operational efficiency.

ARB Wind is committed to the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental management and shares NnG's ambition of zero harm, ensuring that every task is carried out with safety as the top priority.

Industry Partnership and Economic Impact

Arran Bell, Managing Director of ARB Wind, expressed satisfaction with the contract award, stating: “We're absolutely delighted to continue working with NnG. This contract is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team over the past three years during construction. We're proud to support NnG as it enters its operational phase and to play our part in delivering clean, secure energy to Scotland.”

Chris Woods, Operations and Maintenance Manager for NnG Offshore Wind Limited, highlighted the project's economic contribution to Scottish businesses, commenting: “Throughout the development and construction of NnG, we have seen more than GBP 205million of contracts awarded directly to Scottish businesses. This latest award to ARB Wind is testament to this, and we have worked closely with its wider business for some time through crew transfers vessel contracts. We look forward to continuing to work with the business throughout the operational phase of NnG.”

The contract reinforces ARB Wind's position as a trusted and agile service provider in the UK's growing offshore wind sector. With a strong foundation built on technical excellence, safety, and a people-first approach, ARB Wind continues to support the UK's transition to a low-carbon future.

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