Chinese technology: Offshore wind turbin • Table.Briefings

Offshore wind turbines are an essential part of the energy transition in Germany. Some could become a safety risk.

The Ministry of Defense could halt the construction of a German wind farm fitted with Chinese turbines and monitoring technology over concerns of espionage and sabotage. This would set a precedent that could pose serious problems for the offshore wind industry.

The German Ministry of Defense (BMVg) could stop the approval process for the „Waterkant“ offshore wind farm operated by Waterkant Energy GmbH and the German investor Luxcara for reasons of „security for national and alliance defense.“ As confirmed by the responsible Federal Maritime and Hydrographic Agency (BSH) at the request of Table.Briefings, the BMVg has until May 26 to submit a statement.

Chinese technology: Offshore wind turbines may pose a threat to national security.

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