News & Media
Read all about our latest news on this page, which also has films, photos and downloads of our newsletters.
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Mainstay Marine to build Seacat Services’ 20th offshore energy support vessel
Defying tough market conditions, the leading shipyard will begin construction of a new Chartwell Ambitious for the UK based operator’s fleet The vessel is set to operate on a
Getting up close and personal with Galloper Offshore Wind Farm
Not many get the opportunity to see an offshore wind farm up close, but during May we hosted a full week of taking VIPs and employees (also VIPs!) out
Galloper Welcomes Work Experience Recruit
Harrison Moore joined the RWE and Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (SGRE) teams at Galloper‘s operations and maintenance base in March. Here is what he had to say about his
Galloper feature on the Essex By The Sea podcast
The Essex By The Sea podcast is a twice monthly podcast telling the stories of the Essex coastline and this month features our very own general Manager, Sean Chenery.
More than £75,000 of grant funding now available across Essex and Suffolk
An annual grants scheme that sees over £75,000 awarded to community projects across Essex and Suffolk has opened for applications. Individuals, organisations, and community groups are encouraged to apply
Galloper Wind Farm supports Parkeston Christmas Party for second year
In December 2023 the Parkeston Welfare Park and Residents Association hosted 135 children and their families for their annual Christmas party marking the beginning of festivities for many.
Rovco Awarded Contract at Galloper Offshore Wind Farm
Rovco, a leading global provider of subsea robotic and hydrographic survey solutions, has been awarded a contract for the provision of offshore rock bag deployment and installation at the
Wind Farm Funds Community Projects in Leiston and Sizewell
More than £11,000 of funding has been awarded to community projects in Leiston and Sizewell through the Coast & Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) Galloper Wind Farm
Applications open for apprentice offshore wind turbine technician
Galloper Offshore Wind Farm seeks new apprentice wind turbine technician for September start. Three-year training includes two years at offshore wind skills centre and a year hands-on training at
Galloper supports Harwich to shine
A FESTIVE community art trail that produced nearly 600 hand-decorated stars was sponsored by Galloper wind farm. Harwich Stars involved school children from all eight primary schools around Harwich
Galloper wind farm funds gifts for more than 100 children at Parkeston party
Every child received a gift at the “best Christmas party” from a cash donation by Galloper Offshore Wind Farm. More than 100 children aged 10 and under enjoyed festive
Galloper commissions Harwich students to create original legacy artwork
Galloper offshore wind farm commissions Harwich and Dovercourt High School students to produce contemporary artwork Students guided by celebrated London designer Final piece will take centre stage at Harwich
Community environmental projects eligible for Galloper grant
Galloper Offshore Wind Farm invites local charities and organisations to apply for funding for environmental projects. Successful applications will align with cleaner earth messages from this month’s global climate
Galloper team scoop prestigious Energy Awards 2021 accolade
RWE’s Galloper team recognized as Lockdown Energy Champions of the Year Competing against ten other nominees at the national Awards Harwich based team achieved record breaking performance despite pandemic
Galloper contract awards provide boost for East coast companies
Galloper offshore wind farm made two significant contract awards Lowestoft Crew Transfer Vessel company and Essex based landscaping firm Six figure investment into UK supply chain and creation of
Two new apprentice positions launched for Galloper Offshore Wind Farm
Photo caption: Left to Right – Current Galloper apprentices Rosie Underhill, Thomas Bryant and Eve Dupuy in 2019 Local young people invited to apply for wind turbine technician apprenticeships
Wind farm team produce virtual STEM presentation for schools
Project team regularly deliver education and career activities in Essex area Determined to continue supporting schools despite COVID Presentation focuses on Galloper wind farm and careers in the sector
Galloper underlines green credentials with enviromental accreditation
Project team successfully achieved ISO 14001 certification Highlights commitment to continuous improvement and reduced environmental impact Internationally recognized leading environment management system The Galloper Wind Farm team are celebrating
Sale of transmission assets agreed at Galloper Wind Farm
Assets include offshore substation, onshore substation and subsea cables Diamond Transmission Partners selected by Ofgem Galloper Wind Farm Ltd today announced it has signed an agreement for the sale
£10 million, state-of-the-art Galloper Wind Farm base opens in Harwich
Operations & maintenance of Galloper will run from facility for next twenty years Created £10million investment, 120 construction jobs, and 60 long-term jobs Two main contractors from East of
Newsletters
To find out the latest news from the operations & maintenance team, regular eBulletins will be sent out to subscribers, with PDF versions available to view below. If you would like to be added to the electronic distribution list for the eBulletins, please email your request to galloperwindfarm@rwe.com
eBulletins
3 – Spring 2019
2 – October 2018
1 – December 2017
Community Newsletters
During development and construction, Galloper Offshore Wind Farm published community newsletters to provide updates and information about the progress of the project.
March 2017
July 2016
May 2016
February 2016
November 2015