REVOLUTIONARY $2M SOLAR SYSTEM POWERS ANGOLA OFFSHORE PLATFORM
Aberdeen-based JCE Energy has successfully delivered a groundbreaking modular solar power system to energize a supermajor’s unmanned Sea Swift production platform offshore Angola. The £1.5 million ($2 million) system represents a major breakthrough in sustainable offshore energy solutions.
The innovative system features over 100 offshore-grade solar panels specifically engineered to maximize energy capture in harsh marine environments while withstanding saltwater corrosion and extreme weather conditions. The solar-powered platform operates completely autonomously without traditional fuel sources, supporting offshore production with zero-emission power.
Around 90% of the system’s design, manufacturing, and module assembly was completed at JCE Energy’s Aberdeen headquarters, with additional fabrication work in Plymouth. The project employed more than 50 personnel, including JCE engineers, project managers, electrical fitters, and mechanical specialists.
“As operators look to reduce their carbon footprint while managing offshore platform costs, we’ve ensured that Sea Swift is ready by reimagining topside power sources,” said Stewart Maxwell, Technical Director of Aquaterra Energy. “With JCE Energy’s support, we successfully delivered a 100% autonomously-powered platform using solar energy, eliminating the need for traditional fuel sources.”
Source: offshore-energy.biz