Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique marked significant milestones for three World Class ships: the delivery of MSC World America and the steel cutting for MSC World Atlantic Attendees included Captain Gianluigi Aponte Founder and Group Chairman of MSC; Pierfrancesco Vago Executive Chairman of MSC Group’s Cruise Division; Laurent Castaing General Manager of Chantiers de l’Atlantique; and Marc Ferracci the French Minister for Industry and Energy along with MSC Cruises’ new build team and shipyard workers involved in the project over the past 30 months MSC Group, said: “Today is a proud moment for all of us at MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique as we mark these major milestones in the development of our fleet Our new flagship is a testament to our long-standing innovative partnership spanning over 20 years resulting in five groundbreaking prototypes and 19 ships and a richness of experiences to set new standards in cruising and always striving to further improve the environmental performance of each ship We look forward to raising the bar even higher with the upcoming MSC World Asia and MSC World Atlantic.” RELATED: MSC Cruises Unveils Winter 2026-2027 with Seven Ships from U.S. Ports MSC World America is the 23rd ship in the cruise line’s fleet and will be officially named on April 9 The ship features new venues and concepts designed for the North American market blending European style with American comfort MSC Cruises celebrated the steel cutting for its fourth World Class ship This ship will operate cruises from Port Canaveral to the Caribbean Chantiers de l’Atlantique, added: “It is with great emotion that we are marking today not one Continuous improvement of the onboard experience ever more optimized energy performance—what a journey MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique teams have accomplished so far MSC World America has the best energy efficiency design index (EEDI) from the IMO and therefore the lowest carbon footprint of the entire cruise industry… and we will go even further with the two sisterships we are celebrating today!” The World Class platform set a new standard in cruising with MSC World Europa in 2022 and continues to evolve through design These ships are named after continents and oceans reflecting MSC Cruises’ global presence said: “Industrial excellence and a spirit of ambition are the hallmarks of Chantiers de l’Atlantique Thanks to the privileged relationship with world leader MSC Cruises and with the support of the State the Saint Nazaire shipyards continue to make France and Europe shine across the seas I pay tribute to the commitment and expertise of the men and women who work in this industrial sector essential for our sovereignty.” MSC World America‘s inaugural Caribbean season from Miami begins on April 12 featuring 7-night Eastern Caribbean itineraries Julie Bouchner is the Marketing Lead for Porthole Cruise and Travel She has a Master’s Degree in Journalism from Syracuse University and playing with her Siberian Husky named Ellie Porthole Cruise and Travel is your one-stop shop for all things cruise-related our mission is to inspire and inform by bringing you the best in cruising and travel ©2025 Porthole Cruise and Travel – All Rights Reserved The first blades for the Siemens Gamesa 8 MW turbines which will be installed at the Îles d’Yeu and Noirmoutier offshore wind farm have arrived at the port of Saint-Nazaire in France The roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) vessel Rotra Mare docked in Saint-Nazaire on 5 December carrying the first turbine blades for the French offshore wind farm being developed by Éoliennes en Mer des Îles d’Yeu et de Noirmoutier (EMYN) the first components of the offshore turbines produced by Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy at its factory in Le Havre have been arriving at the Saint-Nazaire Port Following the delivery of compact tower frames (CTFs) used as supports for pre-assembling the towers operating together at the Prise d’Eau quay in Saint-Nazaire.  The work was carried out by Atlantique Manutention the Groupement de Main d’Œuvre Portuaire (GMOP) who worked together with Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy on behalf of EMYN and nacelles are expected this month and in January 2025 will be transported via a RoRo vessel to the Charbonniers quay the units will be moved to the logistics hub using SPT trailers traveling along a heavy-duty road currently undergoing renovation and reinforcement The components for the 61 turbines will be stored at the logistics hub adjacent to the Joubert dry dock before being transported offshore by the Vole au Vent The turbines will be supported by monopiles supplied by China’s Dajin Heavy Industry with more than half of the monopiles already installed at the site The Îles d’Yeu and Noirmoutier offshore wind farm represents an estimated investment of EUR 2.5 billion including around 100 positions in port-related professions The Siemens Gamesa 8 MW turbines will provide a total capacity of nearly 500 MW generating enough renewable energy to power approximately 800,000 people annually which is the equivalent of the population of Vendée Get in front of your target audience in one move OffshoreWIND.biz is read by thousands of offshore wind professionals daily Daily news and in-depth stories in your inbox renewable energy is key to the future of our planet we have over 60 years’ experience and an in-depth understanding of the power and temperature control needs of wind farms We have a dedicated Wind Energy Team whose innovative strategies […] Florida-based cruise holding company Royal Caribbean Group has signed an agreement with French shipbuilder Chantiers de l’Atlantique to construct a sixth Edge-series ship The cruise vessel is planned to be delivered to Royal Caribbean’s cruise line Celebrity Cruises in 2028 Edge 6 or “Xcel 2” will be the sister ship to methanol-capable which is preparing to take its inaugural sail later this year Construction on the fifth ship from the batch began last summer at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire Celebrity Xcel reached a major milestone on January 18 floating out of dry dock at the French shipyard The ‘innovative’ ship is expected to advance Royal Caribbean Group’s commitment to sustaining the planet with the first tri-fuel capable engine representing an important steppingstone on the company’s journey to Destination Net Zero Other Edge class ships include Celebrity Ascent, Celebrity Beyond, Celebrity Apex, and Celebrity Edge – the first ship in the series that was delivered in 2018 “Celebrity Xcel will be the happy place of vacationers globally when she launches in November and we’re thrilled to be making this commitment to bring her a sister ship in Edge 6,” Laura Hodges Bethge “The strong ties between Chantiers de l’Atlantique and Royal Caribbean Group have led to the creation of the unique Edge Series design,” Laurent Castaing “This sixth ship marks the epitome of a pioneering series in the cruise industry that is both elegant notably thanks to its methanol capabilities.” the agreement is contingent upon customary conditions Royal Caribbean Group’s newbuild pipeline currently includes a total of eight ships on order the company will welcome two new ships including Royal Caribbean’s LNG-fueled Star of the Seas and Celebrity Xcel The Pioneers of Offshore Engineering GustoMSC part of NOV’s Marine and Construction business is recognized for providing advanced design & engineering consultancy for mobile offshore units and reliable equipment and technical knowledge into realistic & innovative ideas The performance of new and existing jack-ups one of the world’s pioneers in the production of green and renewable hydrogen* a European specialist in the production of low-carbon molecules have announced that they plan to jointly develop the production of e-methanol** from green renewable hydrogen at the heart of the Loire estuary’s industrial and logistics port ecosystem is of major importance for the area and for the entire maritime transport sector which is seeking to achieve decarbonisation Nantes Saint-Nazaire Port has been committed for several years to decarbonising its activities which are still heavily dependent on fossil fuels This transition to energies that are more respectful of the climate and the environment has become a requirement for competitiveness in particular by the Pays de la Loire Region and the Saint-Nazaire Agglomération urban community which are actively supporting the transition underway in the Nantes Saint-Nazaire industrial port area decarbonisation is stimulating the emergence of a new industrial fabric in the region with European-scale projects creating new long-term jobs linked to these sectors The Loire Estuaire Décarbonation ZIBaC programme will ensure consistency and the development of strong industrial synergies between the various decarbonisation projects in the estuary area will be located at the Montoir-de-Bretagne industrial port hub which fits in fully with the local industrial context is part of the Loire Estuaire Décarbonation initiative supported by France 2030 via the Low Carbon Industrial Zone or ZIBaC call for projects which includes Saint-Nazaire Agglomération the Estuaire & Sillon association of municipalities Nantes Saint-Nazaire Port and the Association des Industriels Loire Estuaire (AILE) The project is currently under development and is subject to the granting of operating licences building permits and financial investment decisions The conclusions of the initial studies will be communicated during 2025 Decarbonising maritime transport is a key challenge for achieving the dual objective of carbon neutrality and an exit from fossil fuels accounts for 14% of CO2 emissions from transport in Europe and is firmly committed to decarbonisation with several sustainable options for ship propulsion E-methanol** produced from renewable green hydrogen* is one of the keys to decarbonising this sector *Renewable green renewable hydrogen: more than 95% of the hydrogen produced today – so-called “grey” hydrogen – is derived from fossil fuels and therefore requires two components: water and renewable electricity Its production emits very little CO2 (1 kg of CO2 for 1 kg of green H2 compared with 10 kg of CO2 for 1 kg of grey H2) has been producing green hydrogen since 2021 and is encouraging the development of a virtuous value chain which is the most basic alcohol and a liquid at atmospheric pressure is a molecule used in the manufacturing processes of many everyday products Although methanol is currently produced almost exclusively from coal and natural gas low-carbon alternatives have been emerging for several years in particular e-methanol produced from hydrogen The production of e-methanol involves using low-carbon hydrogen produced by electrolysis of water and carbon recycled from industrial processes Elyse Energy is one of Europe’s leading players in e-fuels Although e-methanol production is currently limited to a few thousand tonnes a year in Iceland with nearly 60 major industrial projects under construction around the world France has two major competitive advantages to support the emergence of e-methanol and turn it into a significant green reindustrialisation opportunity – a low-carbon electricity mix and integrated chemical platforms capable of providing the necessary skills and infrastructure With nearly 600,000 tonnes of fossil methanol imported each year by French manufacturers and growing demand from major players in the maritime sector for methanol-powered ships e-methanol offers an opportunity to repatriate production while helping to establish a French industry of excellence Chairman of the Management Board of Nantes Saint-Nazaire Port: “With 70% of its maritime traffic reliant on fossil fuels Nantes Saint-Nazaire Port is at the centre of a profound change of model that is fully integrated into its strategy Our company is focusing on the energies of tomorrow to meet the challenges of climate change supported by the region’s economic and institutional players has taken action on numerous fronts to accelerate its transition and become a low-carbon energy hub by 2050 adds a new brick to the decarbonisation of the Loire Estuaire industrial area and also echoes the GO CO2 project to capture and recycle the unavoidable and biogenic CO2 emitted by industrial companies in Pays de la Loire and western France Green Coast is fully in line with the decarbonisation targets set at European and national level as are all the actions belonging to the roadmap we have collectively set ourselves to make a success of this transition.” President of ADELE: “The Loire Estuaire Décarbonation initiative led by a group of industrial and public-sector players and steered by the ADELE association energy and economic transition in the region with a view to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 Having won the Low Carbon Industrial Zone call for projects by ADEME and France 2030 Loire Estuaire Décarbonation builds on around twenty projects with the aim of accelerating the transformation of this industrial port area The Green Coast project is fully in line with this process through its capacity to massively decarbonise a major part of our economy President of Saint-Nazaire Agglo: “We are proud of the history of industry in Saint-Nazaire we are aware of its heavy dependence on fossil fuels we know the beauty and fragility of our surroundings There is an urgent need to protect these commons and here too we want to put the power of industry at the service of ecology That’s what we’ve achieved by becoming home to France’s first offshore wind farm which is now supplying the Loire-Atlantique region with low-carbon energy together with our industrial and port partners by responding to the Low Carbon Industrial Zone challenge The challenge is to integrate economic and ecological approaches and I’m delighted to see and support the Green Coast project which is ideally located within the industrial ecosystem of our area.” President of the Pays de la Loire Region: “The decarbonization of our territory As President of the Supervisory Board of the Grand Port and President of the Region I am particularly proud to be able to count on regional gems like Lhyfe – alongside the Lyon-based company Elyse – to bring an innovative solution for maritime decarbonization Our public-private collective is determined to pursue the ambition of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 This project is a testament to the commitment of our companies to ecology recognizing that they are moving forward to meet the challenges of innovation and progress to create decarbonized sectors that will make the Pays de la Loire attractive tomorrow.” CEO Elyse Energy: “Climate change is the challenge of the century We decided to create Elyse to be part of this fight Our mission is to provide sustainable fuels that are adapted to existing infrastructure We are delighted to be joining forces with Lhyfe to fight this battle together at the heart of the Nantes Saint-Nazaire industrial port area The e-methanol produced by the project will provide a local low-carbon solution for the shipping industry while drastically reducing emissions of atmospheric pollutants from ships and contributing to the region’s industrial vitality.” located at the heart of the Nantes Saint-Nazaire industrial port ecosystem There is an urgent need to move towards a more frugal consumer society but also to put in place cleaner and safer solutions to decarbonise the uses that we cannot eliminate E-methanol produced from green hydrogen is one of these solutions which is particularly well suited to the shipping industry we have been producing green hydrogen since 2021 and already have four production sites in Europe We have mastered this clean technology – our top priorities are the future of our children and the safety of our sites We now want to put our experience at the disposal of the region to contribute to the massive decarbonisation of maritime transport and having built our pioneering Sealhyfe platform there we are proud to be leading this important project for the future.” As an industrial base for economic development and a regional developer Nantes Saint-Nazaire Port works in partnership with the Region’s public and private players to enhance the economic and environmental value of the Loire estuary It provides a strategic interface between land and sea As an international industrial and logistical platform it welcomes nearly 3,000 ship calls a year The port’s activities generate 28,700 jobs (INSEE study 2024 based on 2021 data) including a 1,545 ha developed area including port With 70% of its maritime traffic reliant on fossil fuels it has played a real and recognised role in the development of renewable energies and the establishment of innovative businesses in the region The company is focusing on the energies of tomorrow and wants to contribute to the development of the hydrogen fuel chain in its port ecosystem with the ambition of making Nantes Saint Nazaire the first major port in the Atlantic for hydrogen Saint-Nazaire Agglomération is a conurbation covering an area of 318 km2 At a time when the priority given to ecology is declining in the face of the social and institutional crises we are experiencing in France and Europe the Agglomération is more committed than ever to meeting the challenges of global warming This also involves working in partnership with the industrial operators in our economic area to invent decarbonisation solutions What drives us every day is making Saint-Nazaire Agglomération a creative area The Region is actively supporting the emergence of hydrogen projects and facilitating national and European support mechanisms It notably leads the “Planète hydrogène” collective and has already allocated more than 13 million euros to the hydrogen sector across nearly 80 projects and stakeholders promoting the development of technological platforms as well as innovation and training projects The Pays de la Loire region is thus one of the most dynamic territories in this field with a series of technological firsts in production the development of a decarbonized energy hub where hydrogen plays a key role with a strong link to renewable marine energies and the recognition at the European level of a Grand Ouest Hydrogen Basin The region boasts the first green hydrogen production plant 4 public and as many private distribution stations 15 expert laboratories supporting the hydrogen sector and more than 140 hydrogen projects spread across the entire value chain The Loire Estuaire Décarbonation Association (ADELE) brings together all the local players committed to decarbonising the Loire Estuary by 2050 It was created in September 2023 by five public and industrial players (Saint-Nazaire Agglo the Pays de la Loire Region and the Association des Industriels Loire Estuaire) and is responsible for the operational management of the Loire Estuaire Décarbonation programme supported by ADEME via the Low Carbon Industrial Zone (ZIBaC) call for projects It acts as the link between ADEME and entrepreneurs and guarantees funding and the decarbonisation pathway In addition to the ZIBaC call for projects ADELE is open to new partners wishing to contribute to the Loire Estuaire Décarbonation initiative Saint-Nazaire Port on France’s west coast has contracted Egis and BRLi to manage the Eole port infrastructure project supporting assembly of fixed and floating offshore wind turbines The planned structures will serve as a base for the installation of new wind farms offshore the Atlantic coast of France from 2030 onward The goal is to facilitate assembly of next-generation floating wind turbines up to 350 m tall Construction of the site is due to start in 2027 leading potentially to the first wind turbine installations in 2030 As well as contributing to France's energy independence and Europe's efforts to support the transition to a carbon-neutral economy the project will secure the long-term future of an industry that creates value and jobs in the region Egis and BRLi have multi-disciplinary experience in port infrastructure they will manage the program from design studies through construction supervision Egis will provide support during the consultation phase and management and development of BIM processes The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has floated out its third superyacht at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire This milestone marks Luminara’s first contact with water and initiates the final construction phase leading to its anticipated debut in July 2025 where the team will focus on refining interiors and completing the suites “The float out ceremony is a testament to the unwavering dedication and craftsmanship of everyone involved in the construction of Luminara,” said Jim Murren Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection “Our ongoing collaboration with the team at Chantiers de l’Atlantique has been invaluable we remain committed to delivering exceptional journeys at sea setting new standards in luxury cruising with unparalleled amenities and service.” RELATED: The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Debuts Ilma Luminara’s float out and seamless transfer to the outfitting dock were completed with great success As we look ahead to its exciting launch next summer we are proud to continue our valued collaboration with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection to deliver another extraordinary yacht that will embody the pinnacle of luxury cruising,” said Arnaud Le Joncour Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing Luminara will embark on her maiden voyage in the Mediterranean next summer followed by cruises to  Asia-Pacific destinations marking The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s inaugural regional itineraries Location of Lhyfe (green) and Elyse Energy (blue) in the Montoir-de-Bretagne industrial port zone (Credit: Lhyfe and Elyse Energy) Green hydrogen producer Lhyfe and low-carbon molecules specialist Elyse Energy have set out plans to jointly develop the production of e-methanol from green hydrogen at Nantes Saint-Nazaire Port area in France will be developed the heart of the Loire estuary’s industrial and logistics port ecosystem to produce e-methanol – one of the key fuels for the decarbonization of maritime transport industry Nantes Saint-Nazaire Port selected Lhyfe to set up an industrial production and distribution operation for green hydrogen Lhyfe presented its plans to build an industrial unit with a renewable green hydrogen production capacity of up to 85 tonnes per day with installed electrolysis capacity of 210 MW Elyse Energy has positioned itself to produce renewable fuel in the industrial port zone A synergy between these two project leaders led to the signing of an exclusive agreement to study the feasibility of producing e-methanol from Lhyfe’s green hydrogen in order to decarbonise maritime transport The rest of the production would be used to decarbonize mobility and industry locally and is subject to the granting of operating licenses The project is part of the Loire Estuaire Décarbonation initiative which includes Saint-Nazaire Agglomération Incat Hull 096 – the world’s largest battery-electric ship – has been officially launched in Tasmania U.K.-based PD Ports has outlined its plans to develop one of the U.K.’s largest offshore wind manufacturing and installation… Belgium-based offshore installation services company DEME has completed the acquisition Havfram One of the world's biggest liquefied natural gas suppliers is in talks with Japanese firms for a long-term… As fleet management personnel juggle all of the critical tasks required to keep crew and vessels maintained how efficiently they are able to do so directly correlates to asset we excel in creating stunning illuminated yacht names and logos and cutting-edge LED and fiber optic solutions Maritime Reporter E-News is the maritime industry's largest circulation and most authoritative ENews Service delivered to your Email five times per week This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page the Bay of Biscay in western France may seem like an unusual place for warm smiles and sunny celebrations—especially in late November But the winds of the Loire-Atlantique region and Atlantic Ocean are being cheered today as France’s first commercial-scale offshore wind project becomes fully operational French project partner EDF Renewables and EIH S.à.r.l built the Saint-Nazaire Offshore Wind Farm which is aiming for renewable energy to make up 30% of final energy consumption by 2030 The 480-MW Saint-Nazaire Offshore Wind Farm can generate electricity to power an equivalent of about 400,000 homes or 20% of the Loire-Atlantique region’s electricity consumption The arrival of a new supply of clean and affordable energy is also fortuitous coming as a global energy crisis caused by the war in Ukraine confirms the importance of reliable we’re proud about the arrival of the company’s first commercial-scale offshore wind project in France and about our role as a leader of the global energy transition,” says Matthew Akman Enbridge’s Senior Vice President of Power “The project demonstrates our commitment to moving towards a lower-carbon economy and leading the energy transition,” Akman says “Enbridge is advancing several renewable energy projects in Europe and North America and we are proud to have met this achievement ahead of schedule We extend our appreciation and thanks to our partners and look forward to continuing our work together in growing France’s offshore wind sector.” The project covers an area of about 78 square km between 12 and 20 km off the southwest coast its 80 turbines set at depths between 12 to 25 metres We’re supporting society’s transition to a lower-carbon economy by pioneering clean hydrogen Our 37 renewable energy projects (operating or under construction) produce enough electricity to power about 1.3 million homes managed the development and construction phases of the wind farm over the past three years which is split between CPP Investments at 49% ownership and Enbridge at 51% ownership Enbridge is a partner in three other French wind projects that are currently under construction: Fecamp We continue to build our low-carbon portfolio which has grown from an investment in a single wind farm in 2002 to more than C$8 billion invested in renewable energy projects at the end of last year We now have 23 wind farms in operation and under construction two hydrogen facilities and 10 other renewable power assets Read today’s full news release about Saint-Nazaire Offshore Wind Farm (TOP PHOTO: The 480-MW Saint-Nazaire Offshore Wind Farm © Parc éolien en mer de Saint-Nazaire – Cbeyssier) Friends of RGV Reef officially begin research into carbon sequestration capacity of reefs Acquisition provides a big boost to Enbridge’s renewables business we take seriously our responsibility to deliver it safely and reliably Stanton Farms becomes province’s first agriculture-based RNG supplier connecting with Enbridge Gas distribution network To continue reading this article you must log in If you've never set a password you may need to register for free here and get unlimited access TTG Media Limited.Place of registration: England and Wales.Company number 08723341.Registered address: 2-6 Boundary Row You have recently made the decision to come and live in Saint-Nazaire: welcome On this page we have gathered together all the information and guidance you will need to help you settle in There are also brochures and information available at reception in the Town Hall and in other key locations around the town in which you will find useful contacts (administrative together with AVF (national organisation Accueil des Villes Françaises) is organising a meeting at the Town Hall for new arrivals to the town This will be an opportunity for Saint-Nazaire’s elected officials to welcome you and to present the town.  During this session there will be a presentation of council services with the option to sign up for guided visits of the town to take place on the afternoon of the ceremony The ceremony will close with a welcome drink at which it will be possible to chat and ask any potential questions around your arrival and settling in Saint-Nazaire For any questions on the welcome ceremony, contact La Ville de Saint-Nazaire’s Public and International Relations department on Tel: (00 33) + 2 40 00 42 20 or at protocole@mairie-saintnazaire.fr  You will be welcomed in the Town Hall (L’Hôtel de Ville) at Place François Blancho in Saint-Nazaire AVF (Accueil des Villes Françaises) which supports residents moving to new towns across France) is also available to support you The organisation’s volunteers can help you to settle in to integrate and to participate in cultural activities Do you want to have fun? Find all the cultural amenities – music, theatre, reading … – and sports  activities in the area To register on the Saint-Nazaire electoral list find a sporting or leisure activity… Consult our collection of practical guides or access our Information and steps : Saint Nazaire is France's first commercial-scale offshore wind farm Saint Nazaire is a 480MW offshore wind farm being located in the Loire-Atlantique region of France it is the country’s first commercial-scale offshore wind farm Parc du Banc de Guérande is a subsidiary of Eolien Maritime France (EMF) a joint venture between EDF Renewables and EIH SARL which is jointly owned by Enbridge and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments) EMF won the competitive bidding for the project in 2012 from the French Government while the operating permit was received in August 2016 The final administrative permit to operate the wind farm was granted in June 2019 Construction works on the project started in September 2019 with the first turbine erected in April 2022 The wind farm became fully operational with all 80 turbines in November 2022 The €2bn ($2.21bn) project was developed as part of the government’s aim to increase renewable energy’s share in consumption to 32% by 2030 KfW IPEX-Bank contributed €100m ($111.6m) for the development of the wind project Apart from the Saint Nazaire project, EMF is developing three other wind farms in France, namely Dunkirk which will have a combined capacity of 1.42GW The Saint Nazaire wind farm is situated on the bench of Guérande The site was selected due to strong and steady winds such as regulatory easements and maritime safety and was located away from major commercial shipping routes The Saint Nazaire offshore wind farm is equipped with GE’s 80 Haliade 150-6MW wind turbines The Haliade 150-6MW wind turbine has a rotor diameter of 150m and swept area of 17,860m² The rotor of the turbine is fitted with blades stretching 73.50m Located approximately 12km to 20km offshore the wind turbines are installed 1km apart on monopole foundations Each turbine features a Pure Torque design and direct drive permanent magnet generator for enhanced efficiency GE Renewable Energy manufactured the first turbine nacelle The nacelle was the first in a series of Haliade 150-6 MW wind turbines The first foundation for the wind farm was installed off the Guérande peninsula The foundations were transported from the port of La Rochelle Each foundation includes a monopile structure and transition piece The monopiles were installed in the seabed at water depths between 12m and 25m while the transition pieces on top of them were equipped with maritime signal lights for safety The excavation of 73 monopile foundations with 7,700mm was performed at water depths between 6m and 24m using the newly developed Herrenknecht offshore foundation drilling (OFD) technology of Herrenknecht AG to install large-diameter monopiles for wind turbines the Pioneering Spirit vessel was used to install the jacket for the electrical offshore substation 12km away from the coast The offshore substation was installed on the jacket in the same month and 19 wind turbine foundations were also installed at the same time The electricity generated by the wind farm is transmitted through a 33km submarine link and 27km underground link to Saint-Nazaire Trignac A substation in Prinquiau was also constructed The 2,100t electrical offshore substation manufactured for the project by GE Renewable Energy’s Grid Solutions’ AC Systems division is integrated with high and medium voltage systems The systems include five 220kV gas-insulated switchgears (GIS) supplied by French company Aix-les-Bains two 220/33kV transformers manufactured by German company Monchengladbach two SCADA systems developed in Montpellier one 33kV GIS and a telecommunications system The power generated from the offshore wind farm is evacuated to the national grid operated by Réseau de Transport d’Électricité (RTE) which was responsible for the construction of the transmission infrastructure The port of La Turballe was selected as the base port for operation and maintenance activities of the project The site features a control room and telecommunication office The maintenance building is located just before the shroud area and has a surface of 1,250m² The base was inaugurated by EDF in October 2021 One 25m-long and two 30m-long vessels are moored on three pontoons along the Spanish wharf of the port The vessels are used to transfer 12 maintenance technicians to the project site daily COWI was awarded the contract for the detailed design of the monopile foundations in 2019 Eiffage Metal received a €500m ($559.5m) contract from EDF Renouvelables and Enbridge to design manufacture and install 80 monopile steel foundations for the offshore wind farm in August 2019 Eiffage Metal subcontracted Sif Group to manufacture the foundations Jan De Nul Group was responsible for installing the wind turbines on the monopile foundations Brunel was contracted to provide high voltage control engineering Scada supervision and commissioning services for the wind turbine generators foundations and inter-array grid of the project The electrical substation for the project was constructed by a consortium of Atlantique Offshore Energy, GE Grid Solutions and DEME Group’s French subsidiary SDI. The transportation and installation of the offshore substation were carried out by DEME Offshore SPIE constructed the test bench in Saint-Nazaire to check the operations of the offshore wind farm’s turbines before installation GE Renewable Energy signed a contract with ACTA MARINE to charter the ACTA AURIGA service operation vessel for the project’s commissioning activities were involved in environmental monitoring for the project while Fugro was involved in conducting geotechnical surveys Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights View all newsletters from across the GlobalData Media network Elyse Energy becomes Lhyfe’s first project partner following its selection under a call for expression of interest by Nantes Saint-Nazaire Port in November 2023 one of the world’s pioneers in the production of green hydrogen today announced a partnership with Elyse Energy a pioneer in the production of low-carbon molecules The partners aim to develop the production of e-methanol from green hydrogen at the heart of the Loire Estuary’s industrial and logistics port ecosystem Lhyfe was selected as the winner of a call for expression of interest (CEI) launched in late 2022 by the Nantes Saint-Nazaire port authority (Grand Port Maritime de Nantes Saint-Nazaire) to set up an industrial green hydrogen production and distribution operation at the Montoir-de-Bretagne site with a view to decarbonising maritime transport announced that they have signed an exclusive agreement for the technical financial and regulatory feasibility study of a project to produce e-methanol from green hydrogen at this site within the port of Nantes Saint-Nazaire This is the first collaboration of this kind for either of these two French industrial SMEs E-methanol is a clean fuel that can be used to decarbonise maritime transport which represents a key industrial and technological challenge for achieving the dual objectives of carbon neutrality and moving away from fossil fuels Implementation of the project will be subject to the conclusions of this study the granting of operating licences and building permits A presentation of the project by the partners is scheduled for September 2024 Lhyfe inaugurated the first industrial-scale green hydrogen production plant in the world to be interconnected with a wind farm it inaugurated the first offshore green hydrogen production pilot platform in the world and currently has several sites under construction or expansion across Europe Lhyfe is represented in 12 European countries and had 195 staff at the end of December 2023. The company is listed on the Euronext market in Paris (ISIN: FR0014009YQ1 – LHYFE). Lhyfe.com Click to access the Lhyfe Media Kit (press releases and visuals) The luxury cruise line announced its inaugural itineraries to Alaska aboard Luminara marking the first time that any ship from Ritz-Carlton's fleet sails in the region The collection of 13 voyages is set to take place between May and September 2026 and will cover 11 destinations in Alaska and Canada with itineraries ranging from 7 to 11 days Ilma at sea off Belize City (Photo: Adam Coulter) the ceremony featured a blessing and a bottle of celebratory Champagne cracked across the bow the line chose a  group of female leaders from the company who collectively fulfilled the role of Ilma's godmothers The christening of the superyacht -- which is how Ritz-Carlton refers to its ships -- at Port Everglades was attended by executives and employees from the company's Fort Lauderdale office executive chairman and CEO of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Ilma's captain Magnus Bengtsson and port chaplain Father Sanford Raymond Sears Murren said: "The christening of Ilma marks a significant moment in our journey as we officially welcome this extraordinary yacht into our fleet Ilma represents growth and the exciting future of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection We are incredibly grateful to all those who have worked tirelessly to bring this beautiful yacht to life from our dedicated team members to our global partners This ceremony offers a glimpse of the exceptional design and unforgettable experiences that await those who step aboard Ilma." The Living Room bar on Ritz-Carlton Ilma (Photo: Adam Coulter) The vessel, constructed at the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in France, will join sister ship Evrima in the Caribbean for its inaugural 2024-2025 winter season In summer 2025 the vessel will reposition to Northern Europe marking the line's first itineraries in the North and Baltic Seas Itineraries will also visit the Greek and Balearic islands and the French and Italian rivieras In 2025, Evrima and Ilma will be joined by the third vessel in the fleet, Luminara Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's Evrima at St Lucia (Photo: Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection) These luxury Caribbean voyages span 21 countries with 30 individual ports of call spread across 32 new voyages departing between November 2025 and April 2026 most Caribbean voyages are between five and eight nights in duration Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is also rolling out a select number of shorter four-and-five-night Caribbean cruises as well making it easy for cruisers looking for a slice of the good life to steal away “The latest Caribbean itineraries for Evrima and Ilma underscore The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s dedication to curating enriching explorations of the world’s most picturesque destinations offering extraordinary accommodations and personalized service all set against the stunning backdrop of turquoise waters,” said Jim Murren executive chairman and chief executive officer “The intimate size of our yachts provides access to secluded ports of call in the region and exclusive opportunities for authentic discovery that discerning luxury travelers are looking for.” Both Evrima and Ilma will sail their 2025-26 Winter Caribbean season from a variety of homeports including Port Everglades (Fort Lauderdale) Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s 2025-26 Winter Caribbean cruise itineraries are now open for booking. Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's third vessel will be called Luminara (Rendering: Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection) The ceremony took place at Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire and marks the first time that the 452-passenger ship comes in contact with water The milestone is considered the final phase of the vessel's construction Luminara's maiden voyage is slated for July 1, 2025 and will consist of a 7-day voyage from Barcelona to Rome (Civitavecchia) the ship will move to the Asia-Pacific region offering the cruise line's first itineraries in the destination Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's newest ship debuted in Monaco (Photo: Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection) The 790-foot yacht will visit St. Tropez, Cannes, Livorno and Porto Cervo before reaching the Italian capital “It is with immense pride and excitement that we welcome Ilma to our growing fleet,” said Jim Murren we have been steadfast in our pursuit of excellence at sea The addition of Ilma signifies a continuation of our mission to deliver legendary service and unparalleled enjoyment to our guests.” With capacity for 448 passengers in its 224 suites, Ilma is almost twice as large than the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's first vessel, Evrima The cruise line will welcome a third yacht, Luminara The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection took delivery of Ilma at Chantiers de l'Atlantique (Photo: Sundeck Films the 448-passenger luxury ship completes its construction process that began two years ago The ceremony featured customary changing of the flags maritime tradition as well as a celebratory toast on the new yacht's pool deck The event was helmed by Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection executive chairman and CEO Jim Murren; the cruise line's president and CFO including general manager Laurent Castaing and Arnaud Le Joncour the shipyard's senior vice president of sales and marketing and project director “Today marks the culmination of a shared vision and the relentless pursuit of excellence a testament to the craftsmanship and dedication of all those involved,” said Jim Murren Executive Chairman and CEO of Then Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection “We are deeply grateful to the exceptional teams here at Chantiers denl’Atlantique whose hard work and passion have brought this vision to life.” Following the handover ceremony, Ilma is set to depart in a series of preparation voyages ahead of its September 2 maiden voyage from Monte Carlo The 46,750-gross-ton ship doubles the luxury cruise company's fleet by joining Evrima, which was launched in 2022. A third yacht -- Luminara -- is scheduled to arrive in 2025 Ritz-Carlton's Ilma on its sea trials (Photo: Sundeck Films / Chantiers de l’Atlantique) Ilma's sea trials -- a series of tests on open waters designed to examine the ship's systems -- took place over a period of four days under the supervision of the cruise line and the shipyard With capacity for 448 passengers across 224 suites Ilma is notably larger than the cruise line's first superyacht Evrima Your request has been intercepted via Enbridge Security policy EDF Renewables and Maple Power have increased the debt package backing their Saint Nazaire offshore wind farm in France by EUR 800m to repay a bridge loan and pay themselves dividends which became fully operational in November refinanced the existing EUR 1.45bn term loan for the project signed in 2019 and increased its size to about EUR 2.25bn Part of the new debt refinanced a EUR 431m equity bridge loan which also includes another roughly EUR 250m of revolving credit facilities and other credit lines Societe Generale and Standard Chartered.  BNP Paribas acted as financial advisor in the refinancing process Clifford Chance acted as legal advisor to the borrower and Linklaters acted as legal advisor to the lenders a joint venture of Canada’s Enbridge and CPPIB completed the Saint Nazaire project in November after three years of construction connecting all 80 GE turbines to the Loire-Atlantique coast.  When its debt package closed in 2019 Saint Nazaire was the first offshore wind project in France to secure financing.  The previous debt package had an 18.5-year tenor and also included a EUR 97m stand-by tranche Caixabank and Rabobank were among the previous lending group while new members of the latest lending group include Bank of China and Norinchukin Helaba and KfW are among the original lenders that did not participate in the latest refinancing Maple took ownership of its stake in Saint Nazaire in 2016 as part of Enbridge’s acquisition of a 50% stake in French offshore wind development company Éolien Maritime France (EMF) for CAD 282m (EUR 193m).  EDF Renewables already owned the other half of EMF and at the time of Enbridge's acquisition of EMF the new partners announced plans to co-develop three large-scale offshore wind farms in France with a combined capacity of 1.42 GW Saint Nazaire was the first of the three projects to be developed which is due to start operating by the end of the year Lastly the consortium’s 448 MW Courseulles-sur-Mer is also under construction and is expected to begin commercial operations by the end of 2024 Beyond the initial three projects the partners are also currently developing a 400-600 MW offshore wind project near Dunkirk It is expected to be ready for operations in 2026 MUFG and Standard Chartered declined to comment Rabobank and Société Générale did not respond to a request for comment By submitting this form, you consent to allow ION to store and process the personal information submitted. For more information, please review our Privacy Policy Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information (Opt-Out) using its installation vessel Innovation has now installed all 80 foundations at the Saint-Nazaire offshore wind farm in France the industry’s first project to employ drilling to install XL monopiles Eolien Maritime France (EMF), the consortium that owns the wind farm, awarded an EPCI contract for the 80 foundations to DEME Offshore and Eiffage Métal in 2019 The same year, Eiffage Métal placed an order with Sif for the delivery of the 80 monopiles and primary steel for the accompanying 80 transition pieces 73 of the wind farm’s XL monopiles have to be drilled through the calcarenite rock at the project site located between 12 and 20 kilometres off the coast of the Guérande peninsula deployed its 350-tonne Offshore Foundation Drill (OFD) and MODIGA a solution which allows encapsulating the drilling and installation operations and shields them from the adverse Atlantic marine conditions The OFD was developed together with Herrenknecht while for the design and development of MODIGA DEME teamed up with TMS “Deploying this world’s first equipment enabled us to complete the installation well ahead of schedule Installation operations continued through the winter season despite the combination of severe weather conditions and the harsh Atlantic ocean environment” our teams and crew have not only gained substantial experience for the next offshore wind farm projects at the French coast but also to successfully carry out installation works in similar challenging conditions across the globe.” DEME Offshore and Eiffage Métal said that to execute their contract they had involved more than 200 companies from Pays de Loire and France will comprise 80 GE Haliade 150-6MW turbines the first of which was installed last month The 480 MW Saint-Nazaire offshore wind farm is scheduled to be commissioned this year when it will become the first commercial-scale wind farm installed in French waters The project consortium Eolien Maritime France (EMF) comprises EDF Renouvelables Leveraging 20 years of experience with offshore windDecember 2023 will forever mark a milestone in our company history as we became part of the world-wide CS WIND group The acquisition goes beyond a mere change in ownership; it marks a leap into a future where our combined strengths will pave the way for optimized production […] The information on this page is intended for journalists If you click NO you will come back to Mynewsdesk.com We are delighted to announce that we have extended the service contract for Saint Nazaire and thereby continue servicing the first-ever French offshore wind farm Parc éolien en mer de Saint-Nazaire as it is called in French 12 to 20 kilometers off the Loire-Atlantique coast This extension of the service scope is the continuation of our successful installation of the 80 GE Haliade 150-6MW turbines which began in April 2022 For two years Global Wind Service (GWS) has undertaken preventive maintenance and corrective works and we are delighted to continue with our strong setup in Saint Nazaire “We take great pride in having remained on site since Day one Our team is highly experienced with Haliade 150-6MW turbines and that has been recognized by GE Vernova We were chosen for our expertise and dedication to the highest standards of safety and quality The installation phase was completed successfully and ahead of schedule and we are very happy to continue to work on this project.” Said Country Manager Adrien Galinier France’s offshore wind energy sector is poised for significant growth with 15 projects planned for completion by 2035 Global Wind Service is proud to be a key supplier in this development GWS is committed to support the continuous development of the French offshore wind energy sector and look forward to continuing our successful collaborations in the French ports and waters Global Wind Service (GWS) is a leading provider of turbine installation and service solutions for onshore and offshore wind projects worldwide The company is dedicated to delivering sustainable and reliable wind turbine solutions that enable the transi-tion to a cleaner and greener energy future When you choose to create a user account and follow a newsroom your personal data will be used by us and the owner of the newsroom for you to receive news and updates according to your subscription settings To learn more about this, please read our Privacy Policy, which applies to our use of your personal data, and our Privacy Policy for Contacts which applies to the use of your personal data by the owner of the newsroom you follow Please note that our Terms of Use apply to all use of our services You can withdraw your consent at any time by unsubscribing or deleting your account French hydrogen producer Lhyfe has won the call for proposals launched at the end of 2022 by Nantes Saint-Nazaire Port to develop a green hydrogen industrial production and distribution site in Montoir-de-Bretagne (Loire-Atlantique) concerning the provision of land located at the port’s industrial and logistics ecosystem in Montoir-de-Bretagne for industrial renewable hydrogen production Lhyfe plans to build an industrial unit with a production capacity of up to 85 tonnes per day of green and renewable hydrogen (installed electrolysis capacity of 210 MW) located north of the bulk port terminal This project is expected to contribute to the industrial port complex and maritime transport decarbonization It is also in line with the action program for the development of a “Low Carbon Industrial Zone” (ZIBaC) supported by the Association des Industriels Loire Estuaire (AILE) The project’s implementation is subject to the granting of operating authorizations and construction permits as well as to financial investment decisions GE Renewable Energy (GE) has selected Global Wind Service (GWS) as a partner for the load-out and installation of the 80-turbine Saint-Nazaire offshore wind farm Work is scheduled to start during the spring and run throughout the summer and fall The 480 MW Saint-Nazaire wind farm, also known as Parc éolien en mer du Banc de Guérande, will comprise 80 GE Haliade 150-6 MW wind turbines “We are extremely happy that GE Renewable Energy decided to continue our long-term partnership We have worked with the Haliade turbine since its early days From installation of the Haliade 150 prototype at Østerild test center in Denmark in 2016 to the installation of projects in Europe and the United States,” said Lars Petersen Chief Commercial Officer at Global Wind Service Saint-Nazaire will become the first commercial-scale wind farm installed in French waters Located between 12 and 20 kilometres off the coast of the Guérande peninsula Saint-Nazaire is being developed by Eolien Maritime France (EMF) over 200 employees from the Airbus Atlantic site in Saint-Nazaire gathered to form the number 100 This group photo announces the start of a series of activities and animations such as photo exhibitions fly-past… organised for their employees all year long by the Airbus Atlantic sites in Saint-Nazaire and Montoir-de-Bretagne to mark the 100th anniversary of aeronautics in the Saint-Nazaire area The history of aeronautics in the area dates back to 1923 when the first aircraft took flight in the region becoming a major player in the local economy and a symbol of innovation and progress the Airbus Atlantic sites in Saint-Nazaire and Montoir-de-Bretagne carry on this tradition by participating in the production of state-of-the-art aircraft such as the A320 The turnout for the photo shows the motivation of the teams from both our sites for this great project and sets the tone for what promises to be an exciting year A great thank you to the many volunteers who helped organise the many projects to celebrate this centenary throughout the year 2023 marks a significant milestone not only for the aeronautics industry but also for the employees who have worked with dedication over the past 100 years to make it what it is today CONSTRUCTION BEGINS ON NEW ROYAL CARIBBEAN SHIP the Sixth Oasis Class Ship Will be the First of its Class Powered by LNG MIAMI, April 8, 2022 – A new adventure has begun: Construction on the sixth ship in Royal Caribbean International’s revolutionary Oasis Class is now underway in Saint-Nazaire, France. The cruise line revealed the name of the upcoming ship, Utopia of the Seas at the steel-cutting ceremony that took place in the Chantiers de l‘Atlantique shipyard the first Oasis Class ship powered by LNG (liquefied natural gas) will be a bold evolution of the class of ships that changed the industry more than a decade ago “We are excited to begin construction on Utopia of the Seas,” said Michael Bayley vacationers can look forward to the signature combination of Royal Caribbean experiences and many brand-new adventures that has and will continue to make the Oasis class of ships the ultimate vacation for guests of all ages.” Utopia’s first piece of steel was cut to mark the start of the 30-month journey that is the construction process Representatives from Royal Caribbean and Chantiers de l’Atlantique attended the milestone event Royal Caribbean Group; and Laurent Castaing Royal Caribbean’s game-changing Oasis Class redefined cruising with the introduction of Oasis of the Seas in 2009 these ships are known as the ultimate vacations for families and travelers of all ages With the recent debut of Wonder of the Seas the renowned class continues to push what is possible with innovations across every aspect of the cruise experience – from unparalleled thrills to original entertainment By introducing the first LNG-powered Oasis Class ship the cruise line will take yet another step toward a clean-energy future after its first LNG ship The use of the cleanest fossil fuel available to cruise ships today and additional environmentally friendly applications on board Utopia will boost energy efficiencies and further reduce emissions overall Learn more details about Utopia at a later date on Royal Caribbean’s website the first in the Perfect Day Island Collection Royal Caribbean has also been voted “Best Cruise Line Overall” for 19 consecutive years in the Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards Media can stay up to date by following @RoyalCaribPR on Twitter and visiting RoyalCaribbeanPressCenter.com For additional information or to make reservations vacationers can call their travel advisor; visit RoyalCaribbean.com; or call (800) ROYAL-CARIBBEAN 12 Reasons Why Your Next Vacation Should be a Cruise Top Cruise Tips from Royal Caribbean Experts Protecting The Environment Is Our Business   ZWIJNDRECHT, Belgium – Allseas’ Pioneering Spirit has installed France’s first offshore substation (OSS) for the Saint-Nazaire wind farm in the Bay of Biscay DEME Offshore had transported the 2,100-metric ton (2,315-ton) structure The Pioneering Spirit lifted the electrical substation onto its jacket foundation yesterday having installed the 50-m (164-ft) high supporting structure earlier this week A consortium of Atlantique Offshore Energy GE Grid Solutions and DEME Group’s French subsidiary SDI constructed the OSS for the 480-MW offshore wind project developed by EDF Renouvelables and EIH S.à r.l a subsidiary of Enbridge Inc and CPP Investments The Saint-Nazaire wind farm (Parc du Banc de Guérand) is due to start operating in 2022 The substation measures 15 x 27 x 39 m (49 x 88.6 x 128 ft) while the jacket is 26 x 26 x 48 m (85 x 85 x 157 ft) and weighs 1,250 tons Chantiers de l’Atlantique managed the topsides and jacket foundation design GE Grid Solutions’s ACS division in Saint-Priest designed and integrated the high and medium-voltage systems These include five 220-kV gas-insulated switchgears manufactured in Aix Les Bains southern France; two 220/33kV transformers made in Mönchengladbach western Germany; two SCADA systems developed in Montpellier southern France; and one 33-kV gas insulated switchgear and a telecommunication system The deal could ramp-up energy transition on the Loire Estuary and beyond with new technology for large-scale green hydrogen production facilities Carbon-free hydrogen coupled with offshore wind power will play an increasingly important role in the European energy mix Lhfye is one of the world’s pioneers in producing renewable green hydrogen by using water and wind or sun to power electrolysers It already operates a renewable hydrogen production facility employing water electrolysis and plans similar onshore facilities across Europe the world’s first offshore renewable hydrogen production pilot in the Saint Nazaire dock basins at the end of September which will have a capacity of 1 MW and will be connected to a floating wind turbine The France-based multinational is also considering developing fixed or floating offshore renewable hydrogen production platforms It is ramping up research and development investments as close as possible to energy sources at sea the offshore sector could represent additional installed capacity of the order of 3 GW for Lhyfe is strongly committed to energy transition The Port Authority is focussing on the energy sources of tomorrow and is studying possible deployment scenarios for the hydrogen sector It aims to make Nantes - Saint Nazaire the first major port facility for hydrogen on France’s Atlantic Seaboard Nantes - Saint Nazaire Port and Lhyfe will combine their efforts and expertise to explore the establishment of an offshore hydrogen production supply chain The collaboration also aims to identify port areas and facilities capable of accommodating R&D prototypes as well as the industrial requirements for the construction of equipment and supporting infrastructure needed for large-scale offshore hydrogen production The companies will also study how best to bring the renewable gas ashore and integrate it into the land-based network “The development of offshore hydrogen production is the next major challenge awaiting us” said Matthieu Guesné “Following the integration and inauguration of our Sealhyfe platform at the Saint Nazaire port facility we are going to pursue our collaboration with this port facility which possesses a great deal of related expertise to accelerate the development of solutions that will make it possible to decarbonise mobility and industry on a massive scale Chair of the Management Board of Nantes - Saint Nazaire Port added that over the course of several years now energy transition has become a reality at the Port of Nantes - Saint Nazaire “We are confronted by climate and energy challenges that require us to speed up our actions and to rapidly identify new solutions” said Mr Trétout “Green hydrogen is a sector of the future in which we have great faith as do many of the regional community’s industrial and institutional players The Port of Nantes - Saint Nazaire has the credentials to be a major port facility for the accommodation of that sector of activity The partnership agreed with Lhyfe constitutes an essential first stage in the process of identifying the requirements for the large-scale deployment of renewable hydrogen production.” Lhyfe Nantes – Saint Nazaire Port 7:30 am CEST – Lhyfe (EURONEXT: LHYFE) a global pioneer in the production of renewable green hydrogen for transportation and industrial applications announces that it has won the call for proposals (AMI) launched at the end of 2022 by Nantes Saint-Nazaire Port to develop a green hydrogen industrial production and distribution site in Montoir-de-Bretagne (Loire-Atlantique) concerned the provision of land located at the heart of the port’s industrial and logistics ecosystem for a project to set up an industrial renewable hydrogen production activity By focusing for many years on the energies of tomorrow Nantes Saint-Nazaire Port has embarked on a path towards a new low-carbon economic model for its business which is still heavily dependent on fossil fuels Nantes Saint-Nazaire Port wanted to offer a solution to encourage the development of the hydrogen industry in the region Lhyfe will build an industrial unit with a production capacity of up to 85 tonnes per day of green and renewable hydrogen (installed electrolysis capacity of 210 MW) located in the north of bulk port terminal Lhyfe produces green and renewable hydrogen through the electrolysis of water at production units powered by renewable energy The company’s first site has already been in operation since the latter half of 2021 and seven other sites are currently in construction throughout Europe (France This project will contribute to the decarbonization of the industrial port complex and of the maritime transport It is consistent with the action program for the development of a “Low Carbon Industrial Zone” (ZIBaC) supported by the Association des Industriels Loire Estuaire (AILE) the Estuaire and Sillon areas and the Pays de la Loire Region An ambition and a roadmap have been drawn up to transform the Loire Estuaire territory into a low-carbon energy hub This project confirms this ambition and the momentum that has been built up to accelerate the energy transition in the industrial port area of the Loire estuary The project’s implementation is subject to the granting of operating authorizations and construction permits Lhyfe is a European group devoted to energy transition and a producer and supplier of green and renewable hydrogen Its production sites and portfolio of projects intend to provide access to green and renewable hydrogen in industrial quantities and enable the creation of a virtuous energy model capable of decarbonising entire sectors of industry and transport Lhyfe inaugurated the first offshore green hydrogen production pilot platform in the world Lhyfe is represented in 12 European countries and had 192 employees at the end of June 2023. The company is listed on the Euronext market in Paris (ISIN: FR0014009YQ1 – LHYFE). Lhyfe.com Click to access the Lhyfe Media Kit (press kit and visuals) Investor Relations : LHYFE – Yoann Nguyen | investors@lhyfe.com