Ocean Winds, the offshore wind joint venture between EDPR and ENGIE, has completed the installation of the final turbine at its Îles d’Yeu and Noirmoutier (EMYN) offshore wind farm, marking the project’s entry into full operation.

Located off the coast of Vendée, the wind farm is now fully operational after less than three years of offshore construction. The project has been generating electricity since June 2025, with its 61 turbines now supplying renewable energy equivalent to the annual consumption of nearly 800,000 people.

“The transition of EMYN from construction into full operation demonstrates Ocean Winds’ capability to deliver offshore wind projects at scale,” said Craig Windram, CEO of Ocean Winds. He added that the milestone reflects the company’s industrial model and its role in supporting energy security.

During construction, the project generated around 2,400 direct and indirect jobs and contributed to the development of the French offshore wind supply chain. This included the establishment of a blade and nacelle assembly facility by Siemens Gamesa in Le Havre, as well as the construction of the offshore substation by Chantiers de l’Atlantique in Saint-Nazaire.

Ocean Winds stated that the project was developed in coordination with local stakeholders, including the fishing sector, to ensure compatibility with existing maritime activities.

“The completion of EMYN shows that offshore wind can be developed in France with local industrial integration and coexistence with sea users,” said Marc Hirt, Country Manager for France at Ocean Winds. He also noted progress in other projects, including Dieppe–Le Tréport, where foundation installation is more than halfway complete.

The wind farm will now enter its operation and maintenance phase, creating around 80 long-term direct jobs, including 66 positions on the island of Yeu. Ocean Winds will focus on ensuring the plant’s performance while continuing to supply renewable electricity to the French grid.

The milestone comes as France advances its offshore wind targets, following a recent tender announcement by government officials including Roland Lescure and Maud Brégeon.