RWE Secures Long Term Jack Up Vessel Capacity Through Renewed Agreement with ZITON to Support Growing Wind Portfolio

Thorsten Jalk (ZITON) and Thomas Michel (RWE)

(IN BRIEF) RWE has extended its strategic partnership with ZITON for three years to secure jack-up vessel capacity for offshore wind maintenance operations across Europe. The agreement includes vessels, lifting, and auxiliary services for at least 240 days annually starting in 2027, supporting efficient component replacement and reducing operational risks in a competitive market. The collaboration enhances flexibility, minimizes downtime, and ensures stable performance across RWE’s growing offshore wind portfolio. The move aligns with RWE’s broader strategy to maintain efficiency and reliability as it expands its renewable energy operations.

(PRESS RELEASE) MADRID, 22-Apr-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — RWE has renewed its long-term collaboration with ZITON, extending their strategic agreement for an additional three years to support offshore wind operations across Europe. The updated framework ensures continued access to specialised jack-up vessel capacity, a critical resource in an increasingly competitive market.

The agreement, which builds on a partnership originally established in 2023, guarantees vessel availability along with lifting and auxiliary services for a minimum of 240 operational days per year starting in 2027. This arrangement is designed to support the maintenance and replacement of key components within RWE’s expanding offshore wind fleet in both the UK and continental Europe.

By securing dedicated vessel capacity, RWE aims to improve operational reliability and reduce exposure to fluctuating market costs. The collaboration also enhances the company’s ability to respond quickly to maintenance requirements, minimizing downtime and supporting consistent energy generation across its assets.

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ZITON’s fleet of jack-up vessels is specifically tailored for offshore wind turbine maintenance, enabling safe and efficient execution of complex operations such as major component replacements. The continued partnership leverages the combined strengths of both companies, integrating RWE’s operational expertise with ZITON’s specialized service capabilities.

The agreement plays a key role in supporting the long-term performance of RWE’s offshore wind portfolio, which continues to grow as new projects come online. Among the developments currently underway are large-scale wind farms across multiple European markets, contributing to the company’s expanding renewable energy capacity.

With more than two decades of experience in offshore wind, RWE continues to strengthen its position as a global leader in the sector. The extended partnership with ZITON reflects a broader strategy focused on operational efficiency, cost stability, and the reliable delivery of renewable energy.

ZITON
ZITON is the leading O&M service provider within major component replacements in the European offshore wind market. With more than 2,100 successful interventions, ZITON has the experience and know-how to execute all kinds of major component replacements on all installed WTG models. ZITON offers a range of services, which covers all relevant aspects; vessels, manpower,
equipment and planning & documentation, which can be combined in full service and turnkey solutions.

RWE
RWE is leading the way to a modern energy world. With its investment and growth strategy, RWE is contributing significantly to the success of the energy transition and the decarbonisation of the energy system. Around 20,000 employees work for the company in over 20 countries worldwide. RWE is one of the leading companies in the field of renewable energy. RWE is investing billions of euros in expanding its generation portfolio, in particular in offshore and onshore wind, solar energy and batteries. This is perfectly complemented by its global energy trading business. Thanks to its integrated portfolio of renewables, battery storage and flexible generation, as well as its broad project pipeline of possible new builds, RWE is well positioned to address the growing global demand for electricity, particularly driven by further electrification and artificial intelligence. RWE is decarbonising its business in line with the 1.5-degree reduction pathway and will phase out coal by 2030. RWE will be net zero by 2040. Fully in line with the company’s purpose – Our energy for a sustainable life.

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