About Dogger Bank
The Dogger Bank zone is in the North Sea, located between 125 and 290 kilometres off the east coast of Yorkshire. It extends over approximately 8660 km2 with its outer limit aligned to UK continental shelf limit as defined by the UK Hydrographic Office. The water depth ranges from 18–63 metres.
Forewind has agreed with The Crown Estate a target installed capacity of 9GW, though the zone has a potential for approximately 13GW, which equates to around 10 per cent of total UK electricity requirements. If developed it is likely to be the world’s largest offshore wind project.
To ensure that the work associated with meeting this objective is managed effectively, and to reduce demands on stakeholders and the supply chain, Forewind has proposed to develop the zone in four stages, or tranches, from Tranche A to Tranche D. Each tranche will be further sub-divided into three similar sized projects.
The Dogger Bank project heralds a completely new era for offshore wind, however there are many technical and logistical challenges to be addressed. Forewind will need to draw fully on the experience of each of the partners but will also be looking for innovative suppliers and contractors to help meet the challenges and achieve consent.
Key facts and figures about Dogger Bank
| Size | 8660km2 (3343 square miles). Largest of the Round 3 zones. |
| Equivalent to | Size of North Yorkshire. |
| Distance from shore | 125 to 290 kilometres (77 to 180 miles). |
| Water Depth | 18-63 metres (59 to 206 feet). |
| Estimated Capacity | agreed target 9GW, with the potential for approximately 13GW. |