Oceans of Energy secured the contract from CrossWind, a joint venture between Shell and Eneco.

Van Hoeken says the project will functionas an example for combined offshore wind and solar parks in the future.

The rig is still operational despite being hit by some pretty severe storms over the last few years.

Dutch startup to build floating solar array at North Sea wind farm

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Sion is a freelance science and technology reporter, specialising in climate and energy.

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