Post by RWE

It's not for branding, nor is it by chance. The yellow section near the bottom of offshore wind turbines and other offshore structures serves a clear safety purpose: visibility at sea.   Offshore wind farms stand in waters where ships, fishing vessels and small craft may pass nearby. In bad weather, fog or low light, every additional metre of visibility matters.   Where exactly the yellow sits depends on the structure. On many modern offshore turbines, especially those on monopile foundations, it is usually seen around the transition piece - the section connecting the foundation to the tower itself or lower visible structure. The same safety logic also applies to offshore substations, jacket foundations and other offshore structures above the waterline.   The colour itself is not arbitrary. Offshore structures are marked according to maritime safety and navigational-aid requirements, with international guidance from IALA and final requirements set through the relevant national authority and consenting process.   Whether it’s in the North or the Baltic Sea - the yellow is not for show.   It is part of making offshore wind farms visible, recognisable and safer for everyone operating at sea.

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