Compagnie D'Entreprises CFE S A : DEME Offshore signs contract for largest ever inter-array cable order with Dogger Bank Wind Farm

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DEME Offshore signs contract for largest ever inter-array cable order with Dogger Bank Wind Farm

650 km of inter-array cable to be installed at world's biggest wind farm.

DEME Offshore has been awarded a substantial (1) EPCI contract for the inter-array cables at the Dogger Bank A and Dogger Bank B wind farms in the UK, the first two phases of the 3.6 GW Dogger Bank Wind Farm which is the world's biggest offshore wind farm under development.

The far-reaching scope includes the engineering, procurement, construction and installation of the subsea cables for the combined 2.4 GW wind farm. DEME Offshore will supply, install andprotect 650 km of 66 kV inter-array cables and all related accessories.

Dogger Bank Wind Farm is located more than 130km off the North East coast of Englandand is currently being developed in three 1.2 GW phases by joint venture partners SSE Renewables and Equinor. Dogger Bank will be the world's largest offshore wind farm when complete and will generate enough energy to power over 4.5 million homes every year - around 5% of the UK's electricity needs.

Production of the cable for Dogger Bank A and Dogger Bank B will start in 2021 and will be installed using our state-of-the-art DP3 cable installation vessel 'Living Stone'. She was selected based on her huge cable capacity of more than 10,000 tonnes, and proven track record. This unique vessel boasts a DEME-designeddual-lane system, consisting of two cable highways - one for laying the cable and one where the next cable can be simultaneously prepared and have the cable protection system (CPS) installed. This significantly reduces the time needed for preparing the cables, minimises manual handling, increases the vessel's workability and ultimately, improves production rates.DEME Offshore will work closely with SSE Renewables and Equinor to engage with the UK supply chain in the delivery of the project.

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and installation of the 66 kV inter-array cables for Dogger Bank phases A and B in what is the largest ever inter-array cable order of its type. DEME, using its state of the art 'Living Stone'

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vessel, has a proven track record in delivering large inter-array cable scopes, and this experience and capability will be essential to successfully install the 650 km of cable required for DoggerBank A and B."

"Dogger Bank Wind Farm is pioneering new technology, and at the forefront of scaling up significant energy infrastructure.Halfdancontract,Brustad, Vice President for Dogg Bank at Equinor says:

This for the largest ever order for inter array cables, demonstrates the sheer scale of this project: when complete it will be able to generate around 5% of the UK's electricity needs with power from the wind. The dual lane system on the 'Living Stone' means we can reduce the time needed to install the cables, which for a project of this size greatly helps to reduce costs."

The contract with DEME Offshore is subject to joint venture partners SSE Renewables and Equinor reaching Financial Close on Dogger Bank A and Dogger Bank B, expected in late 2020.

DEMEAboutisDEMEa world leader in the highly specialised fields of dredging, solutions for the offshore energy industry, infra marine and environmental works. The company can build on more than 140 years of know-how and experience and has fostered a pioneering approach throughout its history, enabling it to be a front runner in innovation and new technologies.

DEME's vision is to work towards a sustainable future by offering solutions for global challenges: a rising sea level, a growing population, reduction of CO2 emissions, polluted rivers and soils and the scarcity of natural resources.

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While the company's roots are in Belgium, DEME has built a strong presence in all of the world's seas and continents, operating in more than 90 countries worldwide. DEME can rely on 5,200 highly skilled professionals across the globe. With a versatile and modern fleet of over 100 vessels, backed by a broad range of auxiliary equipment, the company can provide solutions for even the most complex projects.

DEME achieved a turnover of 2.62 billion euros in 2019. www.deme-group.comVickyContact:Cosemans, Head of Communications [e-mail]

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