News & Insights

Making It Work Offshore: Practical Engineering for Intake and Outfall Systems

July 9, 2025

As global demand for energy and clean water rises, the complexity of intake and outfall systems increases, requiring innovative engineering solutions. Explore the evolving challenges of these infrastructures and how we use method engineering to overcome them.

Circular Design for Offshore Access Structures

June 23, 2025

As part of ongoing efforts to improve sustainability in offshore construction, TWD is developing a circular design approach for offshore access structures such as stairs, railings, platforms, and ladders. These components, though relatively small in terms of total construction weight, contribute to around 2,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually.

Raising the Standard: C1 Wedge Connection-Compatible Monopile Lifting Tool Ready for the XXL Era

June 17, 2025

We are proud to introduce our purpose-engineered C1 Monopile Lifting Tool — a cutting-edge piece of equipment designed to safely handle XXL monopiles with integrated C1 Wedge Connection.

TWD Managed EPC of Secondary Steel Installation Tools for Thor Wind Farm

June 16, 2025

TWD was entrusted with designing SSIT equipment to enable the rapid, efficient installation of all secondary steel components. Supporting RWE with full EPC management, TWD ensured seamless coordination across multiple European suppliers.

Mitigating Pile Run: Demonstrating Pile Run Parachute (PRP) Technology

June 10, 2025

As the industry moves toward larger turbines and more challenging waters, the complexity of foundation installation grows—and with it, the need for robust pile run strategies. TWD has developed an R&D solution to address this challenge: the Pile Run Parachute (PRP). This internal damping system is designed to slow down a falling monopile during a pile run event, thereby protecting both equipment and personnel.

TWD Ensures Safe T&I of SBJ’s for Greater Changua OWF

May 8, 2025

TWD, in collaboration with Ørsted Taiwan, has reached an important milestone with the successful transportation and installation of the first suction bucket jacket (SBJ) at Greater Changhua 2b and 4 offshore wind farms. TWD provided tailored designs of seafastening grillages with adjustable clamps for the safe transportation and faster installation process of the SBJs at the Greater Changhua 2b and 4.

TWD and Reefy – Hackathon for Developing Practical Methods

April 14, 2025

TWD hosted a hackathon focused on our collaboration with Reefy, an innovative start-up dedicated to protecting coastal cities and marine ecosystems through nature-based solutions.

Innovative Directions for Jacket and Pin Pile Installation

March 3, 2025

As the industry continues to evolve, exploring innovative design directions is essential to address the challenges posed by transporting and installing larger turbines and foundations. Achieving optimal installation methods for these larger pin piles asks for a holistic approach that considers project-specific parameters, vessel capabilities, and installation efficiency. Key factors include location, water depth, soil conditions, and environmental factors. Additionally, the capabilities and availability of installation vessels, along with operational costs, are crucial considerations.

The Impact of Dynamics on Template Design in Offshore Wind Projects

February 7, 2025

In a commercial-scale offshore wind farm, numerous jacket foundations must be installed. With each jacket requiring multiple pin piles, this leads to a large number of piles that need to be installed in series. Since this cannot be done in a one-off operation and taking into account the high costs of expensive assets, one cannot wait for good weather. Therefore, having good workability is crucial for both offshore wind contractors and developers.

Holistic Approach to Determine an Optimal Method for Installing Pin Piles

January 16, 2025

Achieving an optimal installation method requires a holistic approach that considers various factors, including project-specific details, vessel capabilities and installation efficiency. This article explores these factors in detail to help determine the best installation method for pin piles.