### North Sea Thor Substation Hits Milestone in Construction
#### Denmark’s Latest Offshore Wind Farm Project Gains Momentum
In a significant step towards Denmark’s transition to renewable energy, the construction of the Thor offshore wind farm is progressing steadily. Located approximately 22 kilometers off the west coast of Jutland, this massive project is set to become Denmark’s largest offshore wind farm, boasting a staggering capacity of over 1 GW. The Thor wind farm is a testament to Danish and international efforts in mitigating climate change, aiming to power more than one million households by 2027.
#### Construction Progress Report
**Onshore Substation and Cable Installation**
The journey to operational readiness has already begun. RWE, the German energy giant spearheading the project, has been actively laying cables and constructing the onshore substation in the municipality of Lemvig. This groundwork is crucial for the seamless integration of the wind farm into Denmark’s national grid, facilitated by Energinet, the country’s leading transmission system operator[2][3][4].
**Seabed Preparation and Foundation Installation**
As 2025 dawns, RWE will prepare the seabed for the elaborate structure that will support the wind turbines. Installation of the jacket foundations and the offshore substation is expected to commence in the spring of 2025. This phase is a major milestone that sets the stage for the turbine installation scheduled for 2026[2][3][4].
**Turbine Installation and Operations Hub**
The turbine installation phase is set to start in 2026, with half of the turbines featuring CO2-reduced steel towers and 40 equipped with recyclable rotor blades. The offshore wind turbines used in this project are supplied by Siemens Gamesa, a global leader in renewable energy solutions. To ensure efficient maintenance and operations, RWE has designated the port of Thorsminde as the primary base, creating around 50-60 new job opportunities for the local community[2][3][4].
**The Role of HSM Offshore Energy**
HSM Offshore Energy plays a pivotal role in the construction process, particularly in the engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning of the high-voltage offshore substation and its jacket foundation. This specialized supplier is essential for transforming and transmitting the generated electricity to the grid, ensuring a reliable connection to Denmark’s national transmission system[1][5].
#### Sustainability Efforts
The Thor offshore wind farm not only represents an economic