First steel cut in Poland marks start of key component production for Baltica 2 offshore wind farm

On July 31, 2025, the symbolic first steel cut officially marked the start of production for critical components of the Baltica 2 offshore wind farm. Grupa Przemysłowa Baltic, part of the ARP Group, will manufacture anodic cages and mooring structures for service vessels at its factories in Gdańsk and Gdynia.

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31 july 2025   |   17:27   |   Source: Gazeta Morska   |   Prepared by: Kamil Kusier   |   Print

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Maciej Górski, Vice President of PGE Polish Energy Group, emphasized that this project aligns with PGE’s 2035 strategy focused on strengthening the domestic supply chain.

- The implementation of PGE’s investment program, valued at over PLN 230 billion, will channel at least PLN 150 billion in orders to Polish industry. The contract awarded to a company within the ARP Group for Baltica 2 components is a clear example of this goal and provides a technological boost essential for the stable growth of Poland’s offshore wind sector, he said.

The Baltica 2 project has already entered the offshore construction phase in 2025, including seabed preparation for foundation installation and undersea cable laying. Onshore infrastructure construction began in mid-2024 in the Choczewo municipality, alongside the production of key components that will connect Baltica 2’s power to the national grid. Investors PGE and Ørsted have completed their final investment decision and secured all permits, contracts, and essential equipment for foundations, cables, turbines, and offshore substations.

- We clearly see that Polish companies have the expertise, skilled workforce, and production capabilities to become pillars of Baltic offshore wind development. The increasing involvement of local enterprises, research institutions, and specialists at every project stage is very encouraging, added Maciej Górski.

Agata Staniewska-Bolesta, Managing Director of Ørsted Offshore Poland, highlighted the importance of local content.

- Producing vital structural components in Pomerania at Grupa Przemysłowa Baltic confirms that Polish companies have real capabilities to join the offshore supply chain. This contract marks a step toward more advanced production and global competitiveness.

The anodic cages and mooring structures produced in Gdańsk and Gdynia protect turbine foundations from corrosion and mechanical damage and are part of Baltica 2’s secondary structures. Other secondary components, such as suspended internal platforms, will be manufactured in Żary (Lubusz Voivodeship) by Smulders.

Remigiusz Paszkiewicz, CEO of GPB, expressed pride in the trust placed by offshore energy leaders.

- This partnership proves that focusing on local European and Polish suppliers delivers tangible results. Polish companies are ready to participate in the energy transition as partners, not just subcontractors.

Baltica 2 will feature 107 turbines with a combined capacity of 1.5 GW, producing enough electricity to power approximately 2.5 million households annually. This major offshore wind project plays a crucial role in Poland’s energy transformation. Its implementation with strong local involvement marks a milestone in building a competitive and sustainable offshore wind industry in Poland.

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