OceanX, the world’s largest floating wind power platform, successfully completed its 191-nautical-mile journey from Guangzhou to the Yangjiang Mingyang Qingzhou IV offshore wind farm in Guangdong, China on Aug 13. This marks a pivotal moment in offshore wind power technology, as OceanX is set to redefine the industry’s standards
Developed by Mingyang Group, the ‘V’-shaped OceanX platform carries two 8.3 MW wind turbines, collectively offering a total capacity of 16.6 MW. Designed for deployment in waters over 35 meters deep, the platform stands an impressive 219 meters tall with a maximum width of 369 meters and displaces 15,000 tonnes.
Once operational, it is expected to generate 54 million kWh annually, enough to power 30,000 households, underscoring its significant contribution to green energy.
OceanX represents a major advancement in wind turbine design, featuring a groundbreaking floating foundation made from ultra-high-performance concrete. This material is four times stronger than standard concrete, significantly enhancing the platform’s load-bearing capacity while also reducing construction costs.
The foundation’s design, which includes streamlined ellipsoidal floats, reduces wave resistance, providing greater stability in harsh marine environments.
The platform’s innovative ‘V’ tower configuration is engineered to maximize wind exposure, increasing the efficiency of energy capture. An advanced cable-stayed system, implemented for the first time globally in a wind turbine, redistributes the tower’s load, allowing for a lighter and more efficient structural design.
This system not only enhances the platform’s stability but also optimizes the wind energy capture, ensuring a robust performance even in challenging conditions.
OceanX’s dual-rotor design is another pioneering feature, covering over 52,000 square meters—an area comparable to seven standard football fields. The rotors are strategically positioned to rotate in opposite directions, increasing wind efficiency and power generation by 4.29% compared to single turbines of similar size. This design also minimizes the impact on downstream turbines in a wind farm, further improving overall efficiency.
To withstand extreme weather, including typhoons, OceanX employs a single-point mooring system that allows the platform to yaw with the wind, maintaining optimal orientation and stability. This system reduces structural load by 40%, enhancing the platform’s safety and durability during severe storms.
Mingyang’s commitment to innovation is evident in OceanX, which builds on the company’s history of leading offshore wind technology. Since launching a 1:10 scale prototype in 2020, tested under harsh conditions in the Baltic Sea, Mingyang has continued to push the boundaries of what’s possible in offshore wind power.
By making wind power more affordable and setting new standards for deep-sea floating turbines, Mingyang is paving the way for the future of green energy.
As a global leader in clean energy, Mingyang remains dedicated to driving technological breakthroughs in marine energy, leading industry innovation, and accelerating the development of sustainable offshore wind power.
Through projects like OceanX, the company is not only contributing to the global energy transition but also ensuring that offshore wind becomes a cornerstone of the world’s renewable energy mix.
