Cadeler, a company based in Copenhagen, has just received its tenth vessel, Wind Mover, which is part of a new generation of wind turbine installation ships. This marks an important step in the company's fast growth within the offshore wind industry.

The ship arrived ahead of schedule from the Hanwha Ocean Shipyard in Korea and will start operations in Europe right away, with contracts worth up to EUR 75 million already secured. Wind Mover is the second vessel in Cadeler's M-class series, following the earlier delivery of its sister ship, Wind Maker.

This delivery follows an extraordinary year for Cadeler, which has doubled its fleet from five to ten vessels in just a year. By mid-2027, the company aims to operate the largest installation fleet in the industry, with a total of 12 vessels in service.

Mikkel Gleerup, the CEO of Cadeler, stated, “The timely delivery of Wind Mover is a crucial part of our strategy to maintain the most advanced and flexible fleet in the offshore wind sector. With both Wind Mover and Wind Maker now in operation, we are well-prepared to handle the scale and complexity of global offshore wind projects.”

Wind Mover comes equipped with a main crane capable of lifting 2,600 tonnes and a DP2 dynamic positioning system, making it suitable for working in water depths of up to 65 meters. Its specifications enable it to install and maintain the largest wind turbines that are currently being introduced to the market, as offshore wind continues to expand around the world.

The company reported that the vessel was built within budget and maintained a strong safety record during its construction. The design was developed in collaboration with several maritime engineering firms, including Hanwha Ocean, ABB, Kongsberg, GustoMSC, and Huisman.

Upon delivery, Wind Mover will start working immediately on contracts signed earlier this year with undisclosed clients for operations and maintenance tasks in European waters. This agreement covers the period from the vessel's arrival in Europe until its next planned installation project.

The swift expansion of the fleet highlights the increasing need for specialized installation vessels as offshore wind farms become larger and venture into deeper waters. With five new ships delivered in 2025 alone, Cadeler is solidifying its position as a key player in the industry during this significant growth phase.