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Engineered for the demands of offshore wind. Our 12-strand HMPE ropes deliver the strength, durability, and reliability that wind energy installations require – from turbine installation to long-term mooring and dynamic cable management.
Rope Solutions for New Energy
Offshore wind installations operate in some of the most punishing marine environments on the planet. Saltwater corrosion, constant dynamic loading, UV exposure, and extreme weather conditions demand rope solutions that simply do not fail. We supply HMPE ropes purpose-built for the offshore wind sector – from floating wind mooring systems to turbine installation and maintenance operations. Backed by over 250 years of experience and trusted by industry professionals worldwide.
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250+ years of experience
850+ t Annual rope production
300 t Test Bench Capacity
FAQ
Everything you need to know about our rope solutions for offshore wind energy applications – from product specifications to delivery and support.
Why are HMPE ropes the preferred choice for offshore wind applications?
HMPE ropes offer an unmatched combination of high tensile strength, low weight, and resistance to fatigue – making them ideal for the dynamic and cyclic loading conditions typical in offshore wind environments. Compared to steel wire, HMPE ropes are up to 8× lighter, fully corrosion-resistant, and significantly safer to handle on installation vessels and platforms. For floating offshore wind in particular, HMPE mooring lines are rapidly becoming the industry standard.
What offshore wind applications are your ropes suited for?
Our ropes are used across the full lifecycle of offshore wind projects, including:
- Floating wind mooring systems – synthetic mooring lines for semi-submersible and spar-buoy platforms
- Turbine and foundation installation – lifting slings, tugger lines, and guide ropes
- Cable pull-in and J-tube operations – controlled pulling of power cables and umbilicals
- Vessel mooring and towing – support vessels, jack-up barges, and installation ships
- Maintenance and inspection operations – work positioning and safety lines
Do your ropes comply with offshore wind industry standards?
Yes. Our HMPE rope products are manufactured in compliance with relevant international standards and are available with third-party type approval, including DNV GL certification – widely recognised across the offshore wind industry. Full material traceability, test certificates, and technical documentation are provided with every order to meet the requirements of project owners, insurers, and certification bodies.
Can ropes be customised for specific wind energy project requirements?
Yes. We work directly with project engineers, procurement teams, and installation contractors to specify the right rope construction, diameter, MBL, and coating for each application. Custom lengths, end terminations, colour coding, and project-specific marking are all available. Whether you’re outfitting a single installation vessel or supplying a full-scale wind farm project, we can tailor the solution to your exact specifications.
How do your ropes perform under the dynamic loading conditions of floating wind?
Dynamic loading is one of the most critical design factors for floating offshore wind mooring systems. Our 12-strand HMPE ropes are specifically engineered to handle high-cycle fatigue, tension-tension loading, and the long-term creep behaviour that characterises deep-water mooring applications. The proprietary 3-step coating process ensures the core and cover work as a unified structure – maintaining performance integrity throughout the operational lifetime of the installation.
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ICON
ICON is a DNV type‑approved, high‑performance 12‑strand rope manufactured from HMPE fibers, each strand individually treated using a rotating 360° kiss‑roller coating process to ensure uniform protection and performance stability.
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ICON HD
The ICON HD is engineered for peak performance – starting with a powerful 12-strand core and finished with a precision 24 or 32-strand tight braided cover. The advanced 3-step coating technology provides unmatched defense against particle ingress, combats abrasion on every level, and ensures the core and cover work as one seamless unit.
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ICON XHD
The ICON XHD redefines what a high-performance rope can be. At its core, low-twist HMPE yarns deliver extraordinary strength, while each of its 12 strands is individually encased in a tightly woven 16/24/32-strand braided cover – providing strand-level protection against wear and abrasion in the most rugged environments imaginable.
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TERRAX
TERRAX – a revolutionary 12-strand polyester rope that rewrites the rules of strength. Outperforming conventional polyester ropes by more than 2x, it achieves an extraordinary breaking strength that sits 150% above the ISO standard. When ordinary simply won’t cut it, TERRAX delivers the extraordinary.
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From floating offshore wind farms to fixed-bottom turbine installations, our ropes are trusted by developers, contractors, and installation teams operating at the cutting edge of the renewable energy transition. Join a global network of professionals who demand uncompromising quality, performance, and safety.
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The combination of our ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, alongside DNV type approvals, and our registrations with IMCA, NATO, and ShipServ, places our company among the most qualified, trusted, and compliant suppliers in the global maritime and offshore industry. These credentials are a testament to our relentless pursuit of quality, safety, environmental responsibility, and operational excellence – ensuring our customers receive nothing but the very best
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