1、PEAK WIND AND BCGUnlocking Value Through Operations and Maintenance Seven Levers to Boost Offshore Wind ProfitabilityJuly 2024Malte HippeMatti Scheu Robert HjorthLars ConradsenThis article underscores the pivotal role of operations and maintenance(O&M)in enhancing the operational performance and pro

2、fitability of offshore wind farms.As these farms transition from supplementary green energy sources to primary energy providers,the emphasis on efficient O&M practices has become more critical than ever.Despite the traditional focus on expansion and timely project delivery,this article highlights th

3、e untapped potential in optimizing existing operational fleets for greater value creation.The evolution of turbine technology,coupled with a growing emphasis on revenue over mere production,necessitates a shift toward more robust predictive and revenue-focused O&M strategies.This shift is crucial no

4、t only for reducing operational expenditures and enhancing asset availability but also for adapting to market volatilities and achieving sustainable long-term asset management.By redefining operational practices and leveraging technological advancements,offshore wind farm operators can boost profita

5、bility,optimize energy production,and support the burgeoning role of wind energy in global energy systems.UNLOCKING VALUE THROUGH OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE 1The offshore wind industry is currently experiencing a perfect storm that is impacting margins across the full asset lifecycle,causing executi

6、ves to focus their attention even more on their pipeline and less on their ever-growing operational fleet.However,one should not disregard the considerable value creation potential in the Operations and Maintenance(O&M)phase.Operational performance of offshore wind farms represents an increas-ing pr