KR grants Approval in Principle for Samsung Heavy Industries’ SnapWind Float platform
Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) has received an Approval in Principle (AiP) from the Korean Register (KR) for its innovative floating platform SnapWind Float, designed to support offshore wind turbines with a capacity of 15 MW. The official announcement was made during the Gastech exhibition in Milan.
Platform features
The SnapWind Float was developed in response to the growing global demand for efficient and cost-competitive offshore wind solutions. Its design is characterized by:
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lightweight and modular construction, simplifying building and installation;
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stability, achieved with at least three mooring lines anchored to the seabed;
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versatility, making it compatible with turbines of different capacities.
Certification process
KR conducted a comprehensive review of the platform, assessing its structural integrity, mooring system, and compliance with international safety and classification standards.
Industry impact
Hae-Ki Jang, Chief Technical Officer of SHI, emphasized that SnapWind Float combines SHI’s extensive experience in offshore projects with innovative design, delivering an optimized and environmentally friendly solution for large-scale wind projects.
Lee Youngseok, Executive Vice President of KR, added that the introduction of a 15 MW floating wind platform opens new horizons for the industry and accelerates the adoption of advanced substructures for the next wave of global offshore wind projects.
