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SouthCoast Wind selected to enter long-term contracts by Massachusetts and Rhode Island!
What an achievement! After a rigorous selection process, OW has been chosen to negotiate contracts that will deliver 1,087 MW of offshore wind power to Massachusetts and 200 MW to Rhode Island from our SouthCoast Wind (SCW) project. This incredible milestone supports both states’ 2030 climate and renewable energy goals!
Our SCW project is set to deliver clean, reliable energy to the region’s electric grid, helping to meet the growing demand for electricity while pushing forward our mission to build a sustainable energy future.
With contract negotiations about to begin, we’re set to collaborate with the largest utilities in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Construction is expected to begin in late 2025, once all federal, state, and local permits are secured; and pending final investment decision.
We’re not just focused on generating energy but committed to making a positive impact on local communities. We’ve set aside $93 million for initiatives including:
- Workforce development
- Fisheries and marine science research
- Environmental justice
- Ratepayer support
Craig Windram, our CEO, put it best, “Today marks a pivotal moment for New England’s energy future, one where offshore wind will help meet Massachusetts’ and Rhode Island’s ambitious climate goals and the increasing demand for electricity. It is also an important milestone for Ocean Winds as we continue to strengthen our activities in the United States.”
Michael Brown, our CEO for SouthCoast Wind and Ocean Winds North America, also added, “We’re ready to work hand-in-hand with the state administrations, communities, and businesses to build a cleaner, more equitable energy future.”
This project marks one of the largest-ever energy investments in southern New England and will transform Brayton Point, a former coal plant, into a clean energy hub fostering local innovation and providing decades of job growth and economic stability.
Big shoutout to our dedicated teams who worked tirelessly to make this happen—your hard work and expertise have been instrumental in securing this monumental opportunity! We’re proud to lead the charge in bringing clean energy to New England!
OW teams up with Tokyo Gas in new collaboration!
In case you missed it this summer… Just over a month ago we announced Tokyo Gas in our WindFloat Atlantic project!
This isn’t our first collaboration with Tokyo Gas – we’re already co-shareholders of Principle Power, and now, we’re taking our partnerships to new heights! That’s not all, this is also Tokyo Gas’s first direct investment in an overseas floating offshore wind power project.
As Craig Windram, our CEO, said, “We are thrilled to welcome our well-known partner Tokyo Gas to our journey of more than 10 years in developing, building and now operating WindFloat Atlantic […] This collaboration has the potential to advance floating offshore wind development in Japan, contribute to the country’s renewable energy goals and foster a resilient and environmentally conscious energy landscape for future generations”.
Congratulations to all our teams who helped mark this key before and after in the industry of offshore wind!
Successful and crowded inauguration of our Moray West’s O&M Base in Buckie!
Exciting news! Earlier this month, Scotland’s First Minister visited Buckie to mark the official opening of our brand-new Operations & Maintenance (O&M) base, in presence of Craig Windram our CEO, Adam Morrison our UK Country Manager, and Jaime Dempster our Moray West Senior O&M Manager. This state-of-the-art facility will service our Moray West project and ensure smooth operations for years to come.
Built by local Scottish contractors, the base is fully equipped with offices, warehousing, and even pontoons and cranes for the Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs) which will carry personnel and equipment to the wind farm daily. Once fully operational, the base will handle up to 100 vessel movements each week!
Our 882 MW Moray West project is nearing the final stages of construction and is on track to become fully operational in 2025. With 60 of the world’s largest serially produced wind turbines and the largest monopile foundations in UK waters this multi-billion-pound investment is a game-changer.
However, it’s not just about the turbines — it’s about the people. Moray West is expected to inject over £800 million into the local Scottish economy during its lifespan, generating over 1,500 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) years of jobs throughout its construction. Our new Buckie base will create over 60 long-term local jobs working closely with our sister facility in Fraserburgh supporting our Moray East project. Together, they’ll form an O&M hub to efficiently manage our offshore wind farms in the Moray Firth, including the upcoming Caledonia project.
A huge thank you to everyone who has played a part in bringing this vision to life—your tireless efforts and unwavering commitment are driving the future of clean energy in Scotland!
Don’t miss a beat and check out the video below!
BC-Wind transmission infrastructure receives environmental approval!
This month, in Poland, OW received the environmental decision for the transmission infrastructure of our BC-Wind project, a crucial step in advancing the project. The decision was issued by the Regional Director of Environmental Protection in Gdańsk and covers both offshore and onshore transmission components.
Our BC-Wind project will feature approximately 33 km of submarine cable and 8 km of onshore cable, connecting the 400 kV Choczewo Substation. The construction will use Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) to ensure that the shoreline, including beach areas, remains undisturbed.
Located 23 km north of the Polish shore, near the municipalities of Krokowa and Choczewo, the BC-Wind project is planned to have a capacity of up to 500 MW, covering a total area of 90.94 km². Initial onshore construction is set to begin in the second half of 2025, with the Final Investment Decision (FID) expected by the end of 2024.
Kacper Kostrzewa, our Project Director, said: “Obtaining the environmental decision for the transmission infrastructure is a crucial milestone. We are moving closer to the Final Investment Decision and the construction phase, which will significantly contribute to Poland’s energy transition.”
We are very proud of our teams at OW who embody hard work and determination as a synonym of our commitment!
Green light! Our KF Wind project awarded Environmental Impact Assessment!
Ramping up the next project phase for our colleagues in Korea! The Ministry of Environment of the Republic of Korea has awarded the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for our entire 1,125 MW floating offshore wind project off the coast of Ulsan.
This approval marks a significant milestone in the development of our two-phased floating offshore wind project, moving us one step closer to construction.
The EIA comes after over 12 months of hard work from our dedicated teams working on monitoring campaigns and several rounds of consultations with key local communities, stakeholders, and fisheries. The approval puts a special emphasis on our commitment to upholding the highest environmental standards.
Commenting on the matter is Austin Park, KF Wind’s project director, stated, “I am very proud of achieving this key milestone for our project. The KF Wind teams, supported by Ocean Winds and Mainstream Renewable Power, are working diligently for the future 1,125 MW floating offshore project to not only generate clean energy and contribute to Korea’s energy transition but will also adhere to the highest standards of coexistence with local communities, other sea users, and the environment.”
Congratulations to all our teams who have helped to make this key moment happen in the industry of offshore wind!
WindFloat Atlantic: More than 320 GWh in 4 years!
What a success! We’re excited to celebrate four years of operations at WindFloat Atlantic, which continues to surpass expectations. Since launching in 2020, the project has demonstrated the potential of floating wind technology, with steady annual increases in production. Indeed, it has:
- Generated 320 GWh of clean energy
- Provided power to 25,000 Portuguese households annually
- Prevented over 33,000 tons of CO2 emissions each year
- Coexisted with more than 270 marine species
- Created 1,500 direct and indirect jobs
Additionally, our project has proven its resilience, withstanding the challenges of Storm Ciaran in 2023, with waves reaching up to 20 meters and wind gusts of 139 km/h.
This 4th anniversary also marks a before and after for OW, as we celebrate Pedro Afonso Rodrigues, a Viana do Castelo local and international kitesurfer, as our very first #OWAmbassador. Pedro helps raise awareness of the benefits of offshore wind energy, both locally and globally.
In the words of Jose Miguel Moreira Pinheiro, our Country Manager for Southern Europe: “We are proud to see how WindFloat Atlantic continues to make a positive impact, not only on the environment but also within the local community. Our ongoing commitment to education and community engagement ensures Viana do Castelo plays an active role in this internationally significant project.”
It’s phenomenal the see the success of our project, showcasing the relentless effort and determination of our teams, who embody the talent and dedication that defines Ocean Winds!
Picture of the month
We’ve successfully installed over one-third of all monopile foundations at our Île d’Yeu and Noirmoutier project!
OW’s Global Presence
OW proudly represented at several events this September!
This month OW was present at the Gippsland New Energy Conference 2024 in Gippsland!
We were lucky enough to have two of our colleagues participate in different panels throughout the conference; Catarina Rei, our Permitting and Environmental Director, participated in the panel “Developing and Environmental Effects Statement for Offshore Wind” and Pelayo Rodríguez Alonso, our Head of Business Development APAC, contributed to the panel “International Lessons in Offshore Wind for Gippsland”.
Following our 1.3 GW High Sea Wind project award in April, we continue driving offshore wind energy in Australia, starting with key stakeholder engagement. Over dinner with the Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation (GLaWAC), we discussed their culture and the Pathway to Partnership document, alongside other developers. The event offered a great chance to engage with local stakeholders and included the Hon. Chris Bowen, Minister for Climate Change and Energy, who emphasized offshore wind’s key role and opportunities for the nation.
Last but not least, we were very delighted to participate in the launch of the Gippsland Offshore Wind Alliance (GOWA), a key step towards accelerating offshore wind development!
Thank you to Pelayo, and to Catarina for representing us!!
And that wasn’t all! In North America, OW was proud to sponsor the 8th Annual National Clean Energy Week, an important event that celebrated U.S. leadership in clean energy and emphasized the value of bipartisan collaboration in achieving sustainability goals. This week-long celebration brought together various stakeholders to discuss strategies for accelerating the clean energy transition.
We are also excited to share that Seth Kaplan, Development & Communications Director for NA, participated in a panel during the NCEW Policymakers Symposium, where he explored the challenges and opportunities of offshore wind deployment.
And in Europe, we also had a strong presence! Our OW Polska team was very active! First, the team participated in Campus Poland of the Future 2024, an annual event in Olsztyn organized by the Polish Wind Energy Association (PWEA) focused on engaging young individuals in discussions crucial to Poland’s future. Our BC-Wind Project Director, Kacper Kostrzewa, highlighted educational initiatives like our “Career with Wind” program and OW’s international Graduate Programs aimed at preparing future offshore wind professionals. His insights emphasized the importance of robust education and innovation to drive Poland’s sustainable energy ambitions forward.
The team also participated in the Maritime Economy Conference at the Baltic Sea, a unique event held on a cruise! Aleksandra Jampolska, BC-Wind Public Affairs and Stakeholders Senior Manager, joined the panel on “Infrastructure and support facilities for the offshore wind sector,” sharing insights on key requirements and considerations for effective development.
Thank you to everyone who represented OW!
InnOWation
INNOW is speeding up with first F2F session held this month!
We are pleased to announce that INNOW has officially kicked off. This program is a unique opportunity for all members of our company to explore a few challenges that our company faces and to develop and carry out their innovative ideas, thus contributing to the growth and success of OW.
What is INNOW?
INNOW is designed to foster innovation within OW. Through this program, employees will have access to resources, mentorship, and support to transform their ideas into tangible outcomes that have the potential to make a significant impact on our business.
INNOW Objectives:
- Fostering Innovation: Creating an environment where innovative ideas can flourish.
- Professional Development: Providing employees with the opportunity to develop new skills and knowledge.
- Business Growth: Identify and develop projects that can contribute to the growth and success of our company.
Team 1:
Members:
- Angie García
- Johanna Jordi
- Dominik Dados
- Lourenço Horta Correia
Challenge:
How might we leverage our existing offshore wind infrastructure to develop new business opportunities for us?
Team 2:
Members:
- David García Edo
- Giulia Licocci
- Surabhi Verma
- Andrés McKay
Challenge:
How might we make sure governments trust and choose our proposals way above those of our competitors?
Team 3:
Members:
- Aileen Burke
- Raquel Araujo Oramas
- Elena Caja
Challenge:
How might we enhance and boost knowledge sharing across OW?
Team 4:
Members:
- Pawel Sitarski
- Rodrigo Lorca
- Dugan Becker
Challenge:
How might we increase local content without increasing costs?
Team 5:
Members:
- Stefan Dominioni
- Gaëlle Desmergers
- Remy Majoie
- José David Jiménez
Challenge:
How might we optimize operations and maintenance processes to improve both efficiency and safety simultaneously?
Until December, program participants will receive specialized training, access to key resources, and the opportunity to work with experienced mentors. In addition, they will be periodically meeting the Innovation Committee to present the progress of their developments. In this case the Innovation Committee is formed by the following people:
- Daniel Santa Cruz
- Pablo Alberte
- Stèphane Baillargeau
- Ernesto Vargas
- Claire Stewart
- Peter Sutton
- Sergio Pinar
People
OW Graduate Program: Developing talent!
At OW, we are committed to investing in young talent through our two-year Graduate Program. For those new to OW, this program, currently in its Third Edition, not only offers an international development experience through challenging projects and job rotations, but also gives graduates the opportunity to engage in valuable training that covers both technical and transversal skills.
With the second rotation now underway, some of our graduates have transitioned to new roles in different countries, with placements in Boston, Porto, Edinburgh, and Madrid! This rotation allows them to gain experience across various regions and business areas, deepening their understanding of our international projects and connecting with new teams.
As part of the Third Edition Graduate Training Program and its tailored training program, our graduates have already started Learning Unit 3, where last week participated in an in-person Communication and Negotiation training session, sharpening their skills, and fostering cross-border collaboration.
What a great opportunity, and good luck with this new challenge!
Communications
Less than a month to go until the OW Global Meeting!
Less than one month left before the OW Global Meeting!
With the OW Global Meeting just around the corner, we are excited to remind you of all the key information for these two incredible days ahead.
This event will be a wonderful opportunity for us to come together, meet face-to-face, exchange experiences, discuss our promising business and the challenges we face, all while enjoying time together as ONE TEAM!
We are finalizing the issuance of airline tickets and hotel arrangements, and we’ll be sharing all the details with you soon.
Don’t forget to review the agenda below and stay tuned for more updates!
Agenda Madrid 2024
October 16th:
- 9:30 am Hotel Transfer to Venue
- 10:00 am Welcome Coffee
- 10:30 am Start of OW Global Meeting. Main content:
- Welcome by Craig Windram (CEO) and Bautista Rodriguez (COO)
- People Session
- Projects Session
- Sponsors Session
- 8:00 pm Dinner
- 9:30 pm Show and OW Global Meeting Celebration
*Please note that the schedule may be subject to change. Lunch break at 1:30 pm and a coffee break will be provided in the afternoon.
October 17th:
- 9:00 am Hotel Transfer to Venue
- 9:30 am Welcome Coffee
- 10:00 am Country Managers – Q&A session
- 11:30 am Team Building and Lunch
- 2:30 pm End of OW Global Meeting
LinkedIn post of the month
In case you missed it in August... Moray West hits the halfway point in turbine installation!! What an achievement!
