Korean Register (KR) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreeing to technical cooperation in the development and construction of offshore wind power projects with Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO).
KEPCO plans to build a 2.7GW offshore wind power plant by 2029, near the Korean south west coast. Under the MOU, KR will provide technical advice on safety, adequacy of construction, production and maintenance during the construction of the offshore wind power plant. In addition, KR will work to enhance the technical competitiveness of the companies involved in the power plant project by providing detailed survey and engineering services.