10 March 2026

• FEEDERDOCK is a next-generation offshore wind installation solution, delivering a 30–50% productivity advantage through an innovative fixed-to-fixed methodology using feeder vessels and a heavy lift jack-up vessel.

• The ABS approved, patented design is futureproof, capable of installing 25+ MW turbines and 2,800 tonne foundations while unlocking access to constrained ports and reducing infrastructure costs.

• Energy Estate is supporting FEEDERDOCK’s entry into Australia and New Zealand, positioning the solution to address critical installation bottlenecks and accelerate offshore wind deployment in the region.  

FEEDERDOCK, a next-generation marine logistics solution for offshore wind developed by ONP Management and Renewable Resources International, is poised to transform the way largescale wind farms are built globally, unlocking significant productivity gains and cost reductions for the rapidly growing sector.

Designed to address the future technical challenges of offshore wind development, FEEDERDOCK introduces an innovative fixed-to-fixed installation methodology using a heavy lift jack-up vessel supported by a fleet of feeder vessels. This approach delivers a step change in efficiency compared to conventional installation methods, with productivity advantages of up to 30–50 per cent.

The FEEDERDOCK solution has received full Basic Design Approval from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), confirming its technical readiness and progress to build phase. The patented design is protected by international intellectual property rights and is engineered to support the next generation of offshore wind turbines, including foundations of up to 2,800 tonnes and turbines in the 25+ MW class.

By separating installation operations from port logistics, FEEDERDOCK removes one of the key bottlenecks facing offshore wind globally: access to suitable installation vessels and ports. The use of smaller, shallow draft feeder vessels enables access to a broader range of ports, including those with infrastructure constraints, while reducing the need for costly port upgrades.

In addition to technical and operational benefits, FEEDERDOCK offers strong commercial advantages for project developers. By shortening construction schedules, the solution can deliver substantial cost savings across offshore wind projects, while supporting earlier power generation and improved project economics.

FEEDERDOCK has been developed by ONP Management, drawing on more than 15 years of European offshore wind and heavy lift vessel experience, in partnership with Renewable Resources International in the United States. Development, design funding and execution are backed by a leading US based private equity firm focused on the global energy transition.

Energy Estate has been appointed as exclusive advisor to the project developers, supporting FEEDERDOCK’s entry into the Australian and New Zealand offshore wind markets. This appointment reflects growing interest in innovative marine logistics solutions to enable the next wave of offshore wind development in the region.

Frank Witte, FEEDERDOCK Project Director at ONP Management, says:
"FEEDERDOCK has been developed precisely for markets like Australia – it removes the need to rely on rare deepwater, heavy lift ports and gives developers a bankable pathway to deliver their first projects."

 Andy Geissbuehler, Managing Partner of Renewable Resources International, says:
"Global analysis is clear – from the end of this decade, developers will be competing for a limited pool of suitable offshore wind installation vessels, at the same time as offshore wind is scaling up in every major region. FEEDERDOCK is designed to be part of the solution – a highly efficient installation platform that can work alongside the heavy‑lift jack‑up fleet and significantly increase the volume of turbines installed per season."

Mark Richards, Commercial Director at Energy Estate, agrees:
"FEEDERDOCK is our answer to the availability of installation vessels challenge, giving Australian projects a dedicated, future‑proof solution for the region, that is not hostage to international vessel scarcity anticipated from 2030 onwards. A successful offshore wind industry needs an ecosystem to thrive, not just projects.”  

The FEEDERDOCK solution is designed to encourage participation of local supply chains and support local jobs in the offshore wind industry.   Engagement with Australian shipyards and maritime industry participants is underway to identify roles in construction, outfitting, operation and maintenance, supported by a multi‑port strategy that diversifies the options for the offshore wind industry.

With its future‑proof design, strong productivity advantages and flexibility across offshore wind, operations and maintenance, and decommissioning activities, FEEDERDOCK represents a significant step forward for the global offshore wind industry.  

ENDS. 

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About ONP Management
ONP Management is headquartered in Germany contributes specialist engineering and offshore wind delivery expertise built over more than two decades at the forefront of Europe’s offshore wind industry. Its leadership team has been directly responsible for the design, construction and operation of some of the world’s most advanced heavy lift installation vessels and for the execution of landmark offshore wind projects across Europe, Asia and North America. ONP’s role in FEEDERDOCK is underpinned by this extensive hands-on experience, ensuring the solution is technically mature, operationally robust and aligned with the evolving requirements of turbine manufacturers and offshore developers. 

About Renewable Resources International 
Renewable Resources International (RRI) is a US based company which adds international capital markets involvement and large-scale infrastructure execution capability to FEEDERDOCK, drawing on decades of experience across offshore wind, port logistics, subsea transmission and maritime operations. RRI has advised governments, developers and institutional investors on market entry strategies and major energy infrastructure programs, particularly in North America. For FEEDERDOCK, RRI plays a key role in connecting the project to global investors, vessel operators and supply chain partners, helping translate technical innovation into a bankable, investable platform with long-term commercial reach.