Dajin Heavy Industry is expanding its offshore wind business into installation vessels as Europe prepares for larger turbines and heavier foundations.

The company said it plans to offer European offshore wind developers a single service model covering foundation fabrication, sea transport, marshaling and offshore installation. The approach is aimed at linking manufacturing and marine execution within one project delivery chain.

Dajin Heavy Industry is also assessing whether to develop its own fleet of advanced installation vessels to help ease supply chain pressure in the sector.

The company said its current review includes technical and commercial studies on vessel functions, suitable vessel types and possible cooperation with partners.

According to Dajin Heavy Industry, the shift toward larger turbines and heavier foundations is creating demand for crane capacity and deck space beyond what many current vessels can provide.

The company said next-generation foundations will require installation capacity above 3,500 tonnes, with demand expected to rise from 2030.

Dajin Heavy Industry has signed a Letter of Intent with a leading European offshore wind farm owner-operator to explore cooperation on installation vessel solutions.

The parties plan to coordinate on vessel specifications, construction schedules and operating models for future offshore wind projects.