Collett Delivers Enercon E-138 Wind Turbines to Dragon LNG Facility in Wales
- Meagan Wood
- Mar 2
- 3 min read
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Heavy transport specialist Collett has completed the delivery of three Enercon E-138 wind turbines to the Dragon LNG terminal in Wales, supporting the facility’s transition to lower-emission operations. The project involved transporting 39 turbine components and 12 containers of equipment, including 68-metre blades and tower sections weighing up to 73 tonnes, from the Port of Pembroke to the LNG site through a complex logistics operation.
Collett Completes Wind Turbine Deliveries for Dragon LNG
Specialist heavy transport and logistics company Collett has successfully completed the delivery of three Enercon E-138 wind turbines to the Dragon LNG facility in Wales.
The turbines form part of a project aimed at reducing emissions at the LNG terminal by generating renewable electricity for the site’s operations.
Once operational, the wind turbines will produce renewable power for the terminal, complementing an existing solar park already installed at the facility.
The combined renewable energy infrastructure will help improve energy resilience and sustainability at the Dragon LNG site.
Transporting Large Wind Turbine Components
The logistics operation involved transporting 39 turbine components along with 12 containers of supporting equipment required for installation.
Each turbine consisted of several major components, including:
Rotor blades
Tower sections
Nacelle units
Hub assemblies
The longest turbine blades measured 68 metres, while the heaviest tower section weighed 73 tonnes.
Specialised heavy transport equipment was required to move these oversized components, including:
Super wing carriers for turbine blades
Tower clamp trailers for large tower sections
These transport systems allow large wind turbine components to be moved safely and efficiently while maintaining stability during transport.
Port of Pembroke to Dragon LNG Site
All turbine components arrived in Wales via the Port of Pembroke, where they were unloaded before being transported to the Dragon LNG terminal.
The transport route covered a distance of approximately seven miles, but involved navigating a constrained and busy road network.
To minimise disruption, deliveries were carefully scheduled in coordination with local authorities and police.
Transport operations were also timed to avoid peak traffic periods.
Detailed Route Planning and Infrastructure Preparation
The project required extensive preparation to ensure the safe movement of oversized turbine components.
Collett conducted detailed planning activities including:
Route surveys
Swept path analysis
Bridge and infrastructure assessments
Temporary infrastructure adjustments were also implemented where required, including road widening and route modifications.
These preparations ensured the large wind turbine components could be transported safely through urban and industrial areas.
Coordinated Transport Operations
Each delivery movement involved an 11-person team, including drivers, escort vehicles and project management personnel.
Transport operations were carried out twice daily, allowing the project to maintain efficiency while reducing the impact on local traffic.
Collett said the project demonstrated the company’s capability to manage complex wind turbine logistics in challenging environments, particularly within built-up areas and high-security industrial locations.
Stakeholders including Enercon and Dragon Energy praised the collaboration and planning involved in completing the project.
The successful delivery highlights the importance of specialised heavy transport expertise in enabling renewable energy infrastructure projects.
About Collett
Collett & Sons Ltd is a UK-based specialist heavy transport and project logistics company providing solutions for the energy, infrastructure, construction and industrial sectors.
The company operates a fleet of heavy haulage vehicles and specialised transport equipment designed to move oversized and complex loads across the UK and internationally.
Website: https://www.collett.co.uk
About Enercon
Enercon is a global manufacturer of wind turbines headquartered in Germany. The company designs and produces wind energy systems used in renewable energy projects around the world.
Enercon turbines are widely used in onshore wind farms and industrial energy generation projects.
Website: https://www.enercon.de
Frequently Asked Questions
What project did Collett complete at Dragon LNG?
Collett completed the delivery of three Enercon E-138 wind turbines to the Dragon LNG facility in Wales.
How many components were transported for the project?
The project involved transporting 39 turbine components and 12 containers of supporting equipment.
What was the largest component transported?
The longest turbine blades measured 68 metres, while the heaviest tower section weighed 73 tonnes.
Where did the turbine components arrive before delivery?
All components arrived at the Port of Pembroke before being transported seven miles to the LNG terminal.
What equipment was used to transport the turbine components?
Specialised transport equipment including super wing carriers and tower clamp trailers was used to move the oversized loads.
