Luminus, EDF Renewables, and Jan De Nul Group have joined forces to respond to an offshore wind call for tenders in Belgium for the first phase of the Princess Elisabeth Zone.

The Princess Elisabeth Zone was determined by the Belgian federal authorities with a view to increasing the production of renewable electricity in the country. The total offshore wind energy capacity ultimately produced over the three phases of the area could reach 3.5 GW.

The creation of a joint venture will allow the three partners to combine their expertise and experience in offshore wind power to offer a qualitative and competitive offer. With this project, Luminus, EDF Renouvelables and Jan De Nul Group are committed to achieving Belgium's objectives in terms of developing renewable energies.

EDF Renewables is a key international player in offshore wind power, already operating the C-Power offshore wind projects in Belgium since 2012. Jan De Nul, a leading company in Belgium, has extensive global experience in the offshore and maritime wind sectors. Finally, Luminus, leader in the field of renewable energies in Belgium, develops its activities as a vertically integrated electricity producer, energy supplier and energy service provider.

Frédéric Belloy, executive vice-president and director of International Operations of EDF Renewables, said : “We are very happy to collaborate with Luminus and Jan De Nul in Belgium. As a member of a world-leading low-carbon energy group, with an ambition for significant growth in the field of renewable energies and experience of more than 10 years in offshore wind power, we are determined to provide an offer competitive for the future Princess Elisabeth Zone and to contribute to Belgium's energy transition and the development of a European offshore wind industry. »

Philippe Hutse, Offshore Director of Jan De Nul Group, added : “Last week we announced the award for the design and construction of the world's first artificial energy island in the same Princess Elisabeth area. Today, we are delighted to announce the creation of this joint venture, which represents a major milestone in our efforts to drive the growth of offshore wind energy in Belgium. After working with EDF Renewables and Luminus for several months, we found that we share the same overall objectives for the offshore wind sector: developing new large-scale projects to reduce costs, creating opportunities for the offshore wind sector. local supply, develop the project in close collaboration with local stakeholders and contribute to the Belgian energy transition. »

Grégoire Dallemagne, CEO of Luminus, said : “EDF Renewables and Jan De Nul are the ideal partners for this project, bringing their experience in offshore and their ability to develop, build and operate an offshore wind farm in the Princess Elisabeth Zone in Belgium. This project is fully in line with our purpose, which we share with the EDF group: building a CO₂ neutral energy future, reconciling preservation of the planet, well-being and development, thanks to electricity and solutions and innovative services. »