Europe Inter Array Offshore Wind Cable Market Size - By Technology (11 kV – 33 kV, 34 kV – 66 kV), By Conductor Material (Aluminum, Copper), Country Outlook & Forecast, 2024 – 2032

Europe Inter Array Offshore Wind Cable Market Size

Europe Inter Array Offshore Wind Cable Market was valued at USD 24.89 million in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 57% during 2024 and 2032. Inter array cables, in the context of offshore wind farms, refer to the electrical cables that connect individual wind turbines within a wind farm to each other and to an offshore substation. They transmit the electricity generated by each individual wind turbine to a central point within the offshore wind farm, typically an offshore substation.
 

Innovations in cable design, materials, and manufacturing processes have improved the efficiency, durability, and performance of inter-array cables. Higher voltage ratings, enhanced insulation materials, and better cable protection systems have enabled the development of more reliable and cost-effective solutions will enhance the industry demand. Introduction of strict government mandates, norms and plans to address the rising greenhouse gas emissions will stimulate the industry dynamics.

Technological advancements in cable design and manufacturing have made it possible to produce high voltage inter-array cables that can withstand the harsh offshore environment, including corrosive seawater, strong currents, and variable weather conditions which will positively impact the business statistics. Furthermore, the wind farms move farther offshore into deeper waters, the need for high voltage inter-array cables becomes essential to efficiently transmit electricity from the turbines to the onshore grid will boost the product adoption.
 

Europe Inter Array Offshore Wind Cable Market Trends

Offshore wind is considered a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels, leading to growing public and corporate support for renewable energy projects will stimulate the industry trend. Many governments around the world are implementing policies to promote renewable energy, including offshore wind. These policies often include incentives or mandates for the development of offshore wind projects, which drive the demand for inter-array cables. Furthermore, reducing the cost of high voltage inter-array cables over the years owing to economies of scale, improved manufacturing techniques, and competition among cable manufacturers will enhance the industry growth.
 

Europe Inter Array Offshore Wind Cable Market Analysis

Based on voltage rating, the 34 kV – 66 kV segment is set to grow at over 64% CAGR through 2032, on account of reliability and durability, minimized downtime and maximized performance of offshore wind farms. Integration into existing onshore grids wherein high voltage cables facilitate the integration of offshore wind energy into the broader electricity grid, thereby helping to meet energy demands more effectively will boost the industry dynamics. Additionally, the cables enable the efficient transmission of electricity from offshore wind farms, further supporting the product adoption.
 

Based on conductor material, the copper segment is set to register gains at nearly 53.5% up to 2032, driven by technological improvements, sustainability goals, strategic industry partnerships, and substantial investments in offshore wind infrastructure. Significant investments in infrastructure with companies involved in large-scale projects will positively influence the industry scenario. Growing emphasis on sustainability in cable manufacturing along with Advances in cable technology, including the development of 66 kV inter-array cables, have improved the efficiency and reliability of power transmission will boost the product adoption.
 

Germany inter array offshore wind cable market is projected to surpass USD 407 million by 2032. Significant shift to higher voltage cables for it allows higher power transmission capacity, necessary for larger offshore wind farms. It reduces the number of required cables, leading to cost savings and less environmental impact which will stimulate the industry trend. Ongoing collaborations between major industry players, achieving technological advancements and operational efficiencies will contribute to the product demand. Furthermore, growing support for renewable energy coupled with initiatives comprising the Offshore Wind Accelerator program, will support in promoting the adoption of advanced inter-array cabling technologies.
 

Europe Inter Array Offshore Wind Cable Market Share

Strategic partnerships, acquisitions and numerous collaborations aimed at advancing technology and ensuring robust supply chains will sway the business scenario. These collaborations are crucial in driving the offshore wind cable market forward by combining technical expertise, manufacturing capabilities, and innovative solutions to meet the increasing demand for renewable energy infrastructure.
 

Europe Inter Array Offshore Wind Cable Market Companies

Eminent players operating in the Europe inter array offshore wind cable industry are:

• FURUKAWA ELECTRIC CO., LTD
• Hydro Group
• Hellenic Cables
• JDR Cable Systems Ltd.
• LS Cable & System Ltd
• LEONI
• NEXANS
• NKT A/S
• NSW Technology
• Prysmian Group
• Seaway7
• TFK Group
• ZTT
   

Europe Inter Array Offshore Wind Cable Industry News

• In November 2023, Vattenfall along with TKF signed a multi-year partnership to supply inter-array cables for various offshore wind farms across Europe. It includes the supply of 66 kV inter-array cables to all fixed bottom offshore wind projects. This will further support the company to produce electricity for over 1.7 million German households.
   
• In February 2022, Hellenic Cables entered into an agreement with Van Oord Offshore wind UK ltd, for the supply of 66 kV inter-array cables. The 360 km cables supplied to the offshore wind farm is one of the largest wind farms across the globe. The company will design, engineer, manufacture, test and supply the cables and accessories, to be completed by 2023.
   

This Europe inter array offshore wind cable market research report includes an in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of volume and revenue in “USD Million & km” from 2021 to 2032, for the following segments:

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Market, By Voltage Rating

• 11 kV – 33 kV
• 34 kV – 66 kV

Market, By Conductor Material

• Aluminum
• Copper

The above information has been provided for the following countries:

• UK
• Germany
• Denmark
• France
• Netherlands
• Belgium