SSE Renewables achieves approval to build O&M facility for Arklow Bank Wind

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The Arklow Bank Wind Park Phase 2 offshore wind project has reached yet another key milestone as planning permission has been granted for the development of a state of the art Operations and Maintenance Facility (OMF) in Arklow Harbour.

Approval was secured by SSE Renewables (today) from Wicklow County Council in relation to the operations base proposed for South Dock. The decision will help contribute to a significant regeneration of the Arklow town site known as The Old Shipyard. Once operational, the facility will serve as the onshore support base used to control, operate and maintain the offshore wind farm during its operational lifetime. It will accommodate around 80 long term direct, local jobs during the operation of the offshore wind farm which will... ... More: Official Press Release SSE Renewables

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