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Offshore and Floating Substations: Insights from Berlin 🔌 Fernando Javier Sada Rodriguez, Grid Connection & Electrical Works Senior Director, and Irene Leal Romero, Grid Assessment Analyst at BlueFloat Energy, represented us today at the Offshore and Floating Substations 2024 conference hosted by Leadvent Group in Berlin. This event brought together industry leaders and experts to explore the evolution of offshore substations and the path forward for green energy infrastructure. Fernando's presentation “Offshore Substations: Design & Standard” highlighted some of the most pressing challenges the industry faces today: 💡 The increasing scale of offshore substations, driven by large-scale wind farms nearing gigawatt capacity.  💡 Logistical limitations, as only a few global ports can handle the size of these large structures.  💡 A constrained supply chain for electrical equipment, which is extending lead times.  💡 The urgent need for standardized substation designs to streamline delivery and project execution. As Fernando explained, "the key to overcoming these challenges lies in finding the most reliable, flexible, and standardized solutions that align with the demanding timelines of offshore wind projects. Industry collaboration will be essential to achieving this." At BlueFloat Energy, we remain committed to addressing these challenges and ensuring the successful delivery of future-ready offshore wind projects. ⚡     #OffshoreWind #FloatingWind #Substations #GreenEnergy #ElectricalWorks #GridConnection #RenewableEnergy   

🎉 A night to remember at the RenewableUK Global Offshore Wind Awards 2024! 🎉 The event kicked off with an inspiring speech from Dan McGrail, RenewableUK Chief Executive, who highlighted the significant progress made within the last year, including the successful AR6 results which awarded CfD to circa 5GW of offshore wind projects. It was followed by a Ministerial address from Ed Miliband, Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, who reaffirmed the UK government’s commitment to reaching net-zero targets through the delivery of large-scale offshore wind capacity. ⚡ We are proud to share that Kirsty Adams, Head of Supply Chain at BlueFloat Energy | Nadara Partnership, was awarded the Future Leader Award! 🏆 Her outstanding work continues to drive the local supply chain, ensuring that our Scotland’s offshore wind projects stay at the forefront of the industry’s advancement towards net-zero. Most notably for our projects, Kirsty is the Industry Chair of The Offshore Wind Industry Council’s (OWIC) Supply Chain and Clusters Workstream, which works to ensure a robust supply chain for the ongoing deployment of offshore wind, liaising closely with government to ensure industry representation in legislation development. It is fantastic to see her leadership skills recognized so widely within our industry. Our congratulations also go to Walid Oulmane, Head of Sourcing and Ports, for being shortlisted candidate for the Aspiring Leader Award. 🌟 Walid’s work in port infrastructure is critical, as ports are a key component of the offshore wind supply chain. Their readiness and capacity will be vital as the industry grows, facilitating the development and deployment of future projects. Susie Lind, BlueFloat Energy UK Country Manager and Managing Director of the BlueFloat Energy | Nadara Partnership, proudly presented the Environment and Sustainability Award. This moment underscored our dedication to fostering sustainable offshore wind projects and reinforced our commitment to delivering projects that not only drive clean energy but also leave a lasting, positive impact on the environment and the communities we serve. 🌍 Congratulations to all the winners and shortlisted candidates for their achievements and a note of gratitude for their contribution to the industry’s success. 👏 Here’s to driving the future of offshore wind together! #RUKAwards24 #OffshoreWind #FloatingOffshoreWind #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #WindPowerUK #RenewableEnergy #FutureLeaders

🔔 The BlueFloat Energy | Nadara Partnership is looking forward to attending the RenewableUK´ Global Offshore Wind Awards 2024, a forum for celebrating the industry's key achievements and recognizing individual contributions. We are proud to see Kirsty Adams, Head of Supply Chain at BlueFloat Energy | Nadara Partnership, shortlisted for the Future Leader Award. ⭐ Kirsty’s strategic leadership has been key to advancing our floating wind projects in the north-east of Scotland and strengthening the role of local supply chains in achieving net-zero goals. Walid Oulmane, Head of Sourcing and Ports at BlueFloat Energy, is nominated for the Aspiring Leaders Award. Walid's vision and dedication have played a key role in ensuring that port infrastructure is ready to support the next generation of offshore wind projects, driving growth and innovation in the industry. ⚓ 🌿 We are also thrilled to sponsor the Environment and Sustainability Award, showcasing our deep commitment to ensuring that our projects leave a lasting positive impact on the environment, local communities, and future generations. We look forward to being part of this evening’s celebrations and celebrating the achievements of the offshore wind industry tonight in #London! #RUKAwards24 #OffshoreWind #FloatingOffshoreWind #Sustainability #CleanEnergy 

The BlueFloat Energy | Nadara Partnership proudly returned to Floating Offshore Wind 2024 conference in #Aberdeen, where we took part in insightful discussions and showcased our commitment to driving the future of floating offshore wind in #Scotland. 🔍 Driving Key Discussions: 🔵 Nancy McLean, Head of Consents at BlueFloat Energy | Nadara Partnership, led the panel “Roadmap to Consent”, making a compelling case for streamlining the consenting process to fuel economic growth and ensure Scotland’s sustainable energy future. 🔵 Derrick MacLeod, Senior Project Manager at BlueFloat Energy | Nadara Partnership, provided updates during “Rapid Fire Updates: The latest in floating offshore wind projects”, showcasing our portfolio’s expansion to over 3GW+, with major progress on #Stromar and #Bellrock Offshore Wind Projects. Derrick emphasized our ongoing commitment to local investment and supply chain growth. 🔵 Brian McGrellis¸ Head of Environment and Consents at @Nadara, chaired the “ Fisheries and Co-existence with Floating Offshore Wind”, highlighting the collaboration between the wind and fisheries sectors. He commented on initiatives like the Scottish Renewables’ awareness days, which promote dialogue and cooperation between stakeholders. 🏴 Government Support: 🔹 Scottish First Minister John Swinney MSP opened the conference, calling floating offshore wind an “era-defining opportunity” for Scotland’s future. During his visit to the Business Lounge sponsored by the BlueFloat Energy | Nadara Partnership, he spoke with Susie Lind and Richard Britton about the opportunities we’re creating for Scottish supply chains and communities. 🔹 Bill Esterson, MP, Chair of the Energy Security and Net Zero Select Committee, reinforced the Government’s commitment to achieving cost reductions for floating wind, aiming for the same success seen in fixed-bottom wind. 🔹 Michael Shanks, Energy Minister at Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, highlighted the importance of accelerating floating offshore wind growth, with Aberdeen set to become a key hub for the industry as GB Energy establishes its headquarters there. As we continue to advance our projects and engage with stakeholders, we're focused on actionable steps and partnerships that will translate Scotland’s renewable energy potential into tangible progress. 🚀 🌊 #BuildingTheIndustryTogether #FloatingOffshoreWind #Stromar #FOW2024 #RenewableEnergy #OffshoreWind #FloatingWind24 Floating Offshore Wind - Global Insight Conferences RenewableUK

🌏 Thank you for joining BlueFloat Energy in 2024 Energy Taiwan! 👥 Despite the delayed start due to Typhoon Krathon, Energy Taiwan & Net-Zero Taiwan 2024 was a resounding success, with the offshore wind industry showing remarkable resilience. This year, we reconnected with key stakeholders and held meaningful discussions to continue pushing forward Taiwan’s offshore wind ambitions. 🔑 During the event, we expanded our collaborations with the Ship and Ocean Industries R&D Center (SOIC) and the Classification Society (CR) through the signing of two Agreements with them. These agreements mark an important step in further strengthening Taiwan’s floating offshore wind industry by customizing floating wind systems and fostering a robust domestic #supplychain. 📈 We also engaged in meaningful conversations about Taiwan's energy transition, economic benefits, and international competitiveness. Each large offshore wind project in the country represents a significant investment of multiple billion NT$, with the industry poised to make a major impact on Taiwan's energy autonomy. With limited areas left for bottom-fixed projects after the upcoming 3.3 round, the focus will now shift to floating wind – a sector in which BlueFloat Energy is fully prepared to lead.    🤝 We were honored to meet with Director Chuang-Hsien Chen from the Energy Administration (MOEA), as well as the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan´ delegation, led by Alicia Varela, Director General for International Trade and Investment. We had the opportunity to reiterate our commitment to help Taiwan unlocking its #floatingwind potential with the development of our Winds of September project, and discuss the potential for future collaborations, including a proposed Taiwan-Spain Energy Dialogue next year.    🌏 Additionally, we welcomed Assistant Secretary Mylene Capongcol and Ms. jhajha Sernal from the Philippines Department of Energy to our booth whose presence further strengthened regional and global collaboration in advancing offshore wind.    🍃 As a testament to our ongoing commitment to sustainability, we repurposed discarded glass from Hsinchu’s Spring Pool Glass into our booth design —showcasing our dedication to the circular economy and the local community. ⚡Taiwan is approaching a critical turning point: 2024 must be the year to launch the floating wind demonstration program. Drawing inspiration from recent developments in France and the UK, Taiwan is ready to follow suit with its own projects. The time is now to establish this large and complex industry, reduce costs, and prepare the supply chain for commercial deployment. At BlueFloat Energy, we are ready for this next step and are calling for the DEMO tender to take place before the end of the year. #EnergyTaiwan #NetZeroTaiwan #TaiwanInternationalSmartEnergyWeek #TaiwanInternationalNetZeroSustainabilityExpo #FloatingOffshoreWind

🌊Deep Dive: the critical role of #ports in Floating Offshore Wind development ⚓ Over the past week, BlueFloat Energy has taken part in two important events focused on the contribution of ports to the energy transition and the challenges and opportunities facing the offshore wind industry:   📅 2-4 October: At the National Congress of the Spanish Association of Ports and Coasts (organized by Puertos del Estado and Autoridad Portuaria de A Coruña) in A Coruña, Daniel González Martín, Concrete Industrialization Senior Manager at BlueFloat Energy, presented the paper “Ports for the Floating Offshore Wind Industry: A Developer’s Perspective.” Daniel emphasized, “Without ports, there is no offshore wind,” underscoring that "this is an industry we are building together." He highlighted the critical need for collaboration between State Ports, Port Authorities, developers, and the local, regional, and global supply chain. The paper, produced by BlueFloat Energy (co-authored by Jorge Porres, Daniel González Martín, Walid Oulmane & Brice Le Normand), underscores that ports are a “critical link in the supply chain and a strategic asset” for the execution, operation, and maintenance of floating offshore wind farms. According to the study, "the resilience of port developments, alongside short-, medium-, and long-term planning, are key to overcoming the challenges of this industry." Collaboration among key stakeholders and a holistic vision are essential to build, adapt, and expand the necessary infrastructure, enabling ports to become a strategic link in the floating offshore wind supply chain. 📅 8 October: At the “2nd Day of Economy and Sustainability: The Offshore Wind Industry’s Value Chain” hosted by fundación Port Castelló, Daniel joined the roundtable “Port Requirements for the Upcoming Offshore Market.” He discussed the potential for offshore wind in the Western Mediterranean and the challenges of adapting port infrastructure to meet the needs of this emerging industry. "Ports play a strategic role in the growth of the offshore wind sector. Their capacity to host manufacturing facilities, assemble large-scale structures, and facilitate logistics is key to the success of future projects," commented Daniel. #OffshoreWind #FloatingOffshoreWind #FloatingWind #EnergyTransition #PortInfrastructure #SupplyChain #ATPYC  

The BlueFloat Energy | Nadara Partnership is back for the 3rd year at Floating Offshore Wind 2024 in Aberdeen! 📖 Everything you need to know:   📍 Business Lounge Sponsor – Join us at our sponsor area, Business Lounge K60, to connect with our experts, learn about our latest projects, and explore opportunities to collaborate. 🌊 Stromar Offshore Wind Project – We are proud to have the Stromar Wind Offshore Wind Project sponsoring the Welcome Reception on Tuesday, 8 October, where we will kick off Floating Offshore Wind 2024 with key industry leaders and partners. Come visit us at Stand C20 to meet the Stromar team and discover how we're advancing floating offshore wind in the UK. 🎤 Speakers:  Nancy McLean, Deputy Portfolio Director at BlueFloat Energy | Nadara Partnership will be speaking in the session A3: Floating offshore wind: A roadmap to consent (Conference Suite 1), | 1-2 PM | where she'll explore key questions such as how to streamline the consenting process for floating offshore wind, differences between fixed bottom and floating, and innovative planning approaches to overcome barriers to deployment. Derrick MacLeod, Senior Project Manager at BlueFloat Energy | Nadara Partnership, will take part in A5: Rapid-fire updates: The latest in floating offshore wind projects (Conference Suite 1), | 4- 5 PM | providing insights on how near-term offshore wind projects are setting a new standard, generating over £1 billion per project on average, along with updates from ongoing projects and procurement plans. 👥 Our Delegation – Full house for our partnership this year!: Carlos Martin Rivals, Pablo Necochea, Susie Lind, Richard Britton, Alessandro Ramoni, Mjriam Biscotti, Nancy McLean, Kirsty Adams, Catherine Speirs, Carmen Solórzano, Edward Maycock, Corentin THEPAUT, Scott Graham, Rory Hutcheson, Marcus M., Paul Cummins CEng MICE, Amy Parry, Derrick MacLeod, Brian McGrellis, Deborah Kilpatrick, Michael Torsney, David Stevenson, Gwenllian Elias, John Dykes (MEng ChPP MAPM), Kenny Craig. 🗓️ When & Where – 9-10 October 2024, P&J Live, #Aberdeen. With a new UK government in place and a growing focus on renewable energy, this is the place to connect and shape the future of floating offshore wind. #FloatingOffshoreWind #Stromar #FOW2024 #RenewableEnergy #OffshoreWind #FloatingWind24 Floating Offshore Wind - Global Insight Conferences

🌏 2024 Energy Taiwan: Proud to exhibit for a third consecutive year! BlueFloat Energy continues to make strides in advancing Taiwan’s offshore wind ambitions with our Winds of September – Phase 1 offshore wind project off the coast of Hsinchu. 👥 It’s a full house this year at our booth which draws inspiration from the wave-like architecture and wind elements of Nanliao Fishing Harbor's "Bo Guang Bazaar" in Hsinchu, evoking the power of wind over the sea. The day has been filled with productive meetings at the stand, including significant engagements with Dr. Alan Lin, Deputy Executive Director, Office of Energy and Carbon Reduction, Premier's Office, as well as key discussions with representatives from major players like Siemens Gamesa (SGRE) and Vestas.  🔑 🤝 We have signed two key #collaboration agreements with the Ship and Ocean Industries R&D Center (SOIC), the Classification Society (CR), and National Taiwan University Ocean Center marking a significant step forward in the deployment of floating offshore wind in Taiwan.    Ms. Alicia Varela Donoso, from Spain's General Directorate for International Trade and Investment, and Mr. EDUARDO EUBA Aldape, Director General of the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Taipei (Cámara de Comercio de España en Taiwán) also had insightful discussions on our contributions to Taiwan’s renewable energy goals and expressed the enthusiasm for the progress in bilateral cooperation. Read full news ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dEBeMs-7 📅 The event continues through October 6, and we invite you to visit our booth, learn more about our project, and discuss about the future of offshore wind in Taiwan! #EnergyTaiwan #NetZeroTaiwan #TaiwanInternationalSmartEnergyWeek #TaiwanInternationalNetZeroSustainabilityExpo #FloatingOffshoreWind

🙋♂️ Daniele Caruso, PMP®, Project Director at BlueFloat Energy - Nadara JV in Italy, recently took the stage at the AVENTA conference "Floating Wind: Shaping Our Future Blue" in Genoa. 🌊 During his presentation "From Concept to Construction: Developer Approaches to Bankability, Ports, and Supply Chain in Italy’s Floating Offshore Wind Market," Daniele discussed key elements to navigate the complexities of floating offshore wind in Italy, from financial viability to port infrastructure and supply chain readiness: ✅ Regulatory Support and Market Stability: The bankability of floating offshore wind projects in Italy will depend on stable and fit-for-purpose regulatory frameworks, government supported remuneration schemes, and market confidence. Clear permitting processes and grid connection investments will be crucial to mitigate risks and help attracting investments.  ✅ Proven Technology and Risk Mitigation: Although floating offshore wind is an emerging industry, the technology is proven from the technical point of view and successful projects with reliable performance will contribute towards further building market’s confidence.   ✅ Bankability: It will improve as more full-scale projects prove their viability in Italy’s specific marine conditions, lowering the perceived technology and operational risks.  ✅ Local Supply Chain and Port Infrastructure: The strength and maturity of Italy’s local supply chain, as well as the availability of port infrastructure to support large-scale floating platforms, will be key in determining the cost-efficiency and feasibility of projects, which in turn impacts their financial attractiveness. At BlueFloat Energy, we are committed to advancing the offshore wind industry in #Italy. Since nearly four years, we have been actively developing six offshore wind projects in Puglia, Calabria and Sardinia, and working with the policy makers and other key stakeholders on the development of a robust regulatory framework. Moreover, we are focused on fostering a strong supply chain to enable the timely deployment of offshore wind in Italy so as to enable the country achieve its net zero goals. To know more about our developments in Italy, visit the World of BlueFloat: https://lnkd.in/dYydkRWP #FloatingWind #OffshoreWind #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #Ports #SupplyChain #BlueEconomy

And that’s a wrap to yet another inspiring edition of WindEnergy Hamburg! 👏 The BlueFloat Energy team members who attended this flagship wind event: Brice Le Normand, Alper Esin, Pierre-Antoine Tetard, Bjarne Beck, Myriam Samba, Luca Bruschieri, Pablo Necochea, Thibault Desclée de Maredsous, and Hina Bhayani, have enjoyed a few productive days filled with interesting meetings and fruitful encounters. They are leaving Hamburg Messe und Congress GmbH energized and enthusiastic about the prospects for global offshore wind growth. 🚀 Myriam Samba, our Head of Government & Regulatory Affairs, participated in two panels of the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) Market Theatre Stage: 🔹 Speaking at the session “Australia – How to turn an emerging offshore wind market into an established market”, she highlighted the importance of establishing clear and consistent guidelines across all projects to enable Feasibility Licence holders to kick-off site surveys and scope their Environmental & Social Impact Assessment. A clear framework would also foster collaboration among developers to enhance project development efficiency and reduce development costs. She concluded by stressing the need to increase visibility around route-to-market to successfully advance offshore wind projects. In this regard, she praised the leadership of the state of Victoria state, which is pressing ahead with the plans to set up a   dedicated revenue support mechanism for offshore wind, following several market sounding consultations with the industry. This demonstrates Victoria government's commitment to achieving their target of 2GW of offshore wind deployment by 2032.    🔹 Myriam also shared her perspective on the Latin American market at the “Deep Dive: LATAM – around the markets of LATAM” panel, discussing the region's offshore wind potential and the steps needed to unlock opportunities for the sector.  An enabling regulatory framework will attract developers and provide long-term visibility to foster investment in the supply chain, ports, and grid. Colombia, which is about to launch its first offshore wind tender in the region, leads the way and might be followed by Brazil, which aims to pass an offshore wind bill and hold a tender next year.    #WindEnergyHamburg #OffshoreWind #RenewableEnergy #WindIndustry