Metec Cathodic Protection Company
Substation jacket foundation cathodic protection made in the North East
For Inch Cape, Metec Cathodic Protection Company supplied the galvanic anode cathodic protection system for the offshore substation’s jacket foundation. The scope comprised the supply of 356 platform nodes (288 weighing 620 kilograms each and 68 at 400 kilograms each) totalling 206 tonnes
Outcomes
Inch Cape was a huge opportunity for Metec as it enabled the company to showcase its expertise in delivering projects that require extra engineering ingenuity. The anode pipes were “cod mouthed” for welding doubler pads to the structure, adding levels of difficulty especially with 168 millimetre outer diameter pipes and the need to work to tolerances of plus/minus only three millimetres. Feedback from Metec’s client, Smulders was extremely positive with all deliveries completed on time and in full, and with no fit up or engineering issues. The work the team completed on Inch Cape has set a benchmark for Metec’s future projects and has enable the company to highlight its capabilities to other clients in the industry.
The work scope enabled Metec to support the wider supply chain as another North East company was contracted to manufacture parts for jigs, and local transport companies were utilised in deliveries to suppliers. Metec was also able to leverage Inch Cape as a case study to local college students who may be considering a career in offshore wind, demonstrating the vast amount of work that goes into a major offshore wind project.
Metec’s Producton Manager Simon Cross said:
“At Metec, we are proud to contribute to the UK based Inch Cape offshore wind project by supplying galvanic anode solutions for the substation. Our commitment to reliability and innovation ensures long lasting corrosion protection, supporting the integrity and sustainability of this nationally significant renewable development.”
August 2025
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