Orsted exits floating wind project as Norwegian supplier seizes opportunity

Orsted began retreating from floating offshore wind in early 2024 and the sale of Salamander could raise questions about it's commitment to the 1GW Stromar project

Salamander floating offshore wind 100MW demonstrator will use Odfjell Oceanwind's semisubmersible technology, as shown in this illustration
Salamander floating offshore wind 100MW demonstrator will use Odfjell Oceanwind's semisubmersible technology, as shown in this illustrationPhoto: Odfjell Oceanwnd
Published 26 August 2025, 09:56Updated 26 August 2025, 10:22
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