UK and Japan agree offshore wind industrial cooperation framework
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The UK and Japan have agreed on a framework to strengthen cooperation in offshore wind development, with a focus on floating and deepwater technologies, supply chain development and investment in both markets. The UK-Japan Offshore Wind Industrial Compact was signed on 10 November 2026 by Michael Shanks, UK Minister of State for Energy, and Kei Takagi, Japan’s State Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry.
Senegal, Türkiye and Rio de Janeiro join Global Offshore Wind Alliance
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The Global Offshore Wind Alliance (GOWA) has announced three new members: Senegal, Türkiye and the Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro. Senegal’s membership reflects its interest in assessing offshore wind potential as part of its energy transition plans. The country’s energy strategy is guided by Vision Sénégal 2050, its Just Energy Transition Partnership and its updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0).
European Commission approves Belgian offshore wind support scheme
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The European Commission has approved a Belgian state aid scheme to support the construction and operation of the first offshore wind farm in the Princess Elisabeth zone in the Belgian North Sea. The project is expected to have an installed capacity of up to 735 MW and generate up to 2.6 TWh of renewable electricity annually.
RWE increases earnings in first nine months of 2026
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RWE reported higher earnings across all business segments in the first nine months of 2026. The increase was driven by contributions from newly commissioned assets, more favourable wind conditions in Europe and improved results from Supply & Trading.
Siemens Energy selection expected to support more than 2,600 UK jobs
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SSE expects more than 2,600 jobs to be supported in the UK following its selection of Siemens Energy as preferred supplier of offshore wind turbines and substation platforms for the 1.4 GW Berwick Bank B offshore wind project. A total of 2,677 manufacturing, engineering, project delivery and servicing roles are expected to be supported across the north of England and Scotland. The appointment remains subject to a final investment decision by SSE and a final contract award.
Vestas reports higher revenue and operating margin in third quarter
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Vestas generated an increase of 6 per cent in revenue in the third quarter compared with the same period in 2025. Firm and unconditional wind turbine order intake totalled 3,377 MW, a decrease of 27 per cent compared with the third quarter of 2025. Order intake was supported by activity in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and Asia-Pacific, with higher average selling prices.
RWE and KKR reach financial close on 2.8 GW UK offshore wind projects
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RWE and investment firm KKR have reached financial close for the Vanguard West and Vanguard East offshore wind projects in the British North Sea. The two projects have a combined planned capacity of 2.8 GW.
Nordex to acquire C1 Connections
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Nordex Group has signed an agreement to acquire C1 Connections, a Dutch engineering company specialising in tower connection technology. The financial terms of the transaction have not been disclosed.
Maasvlakte onshore cable installation enters final phase
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The installation of underground cables for three offshore wind farm connections at Maasvlakte in the Port of Rotterdam is entering its final phase. Following the completion of the final horizontal directional drilling operation, the remaining cables will be installed, with all onshore cables expected to be in place by early 2027.
3t and Ørsted partner on wind industry training facility in Grimsby
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3t and Ørsted have entered into a partnership to provide training for the wind energy sector at a new facility in Grimsby, UK. The facility is scheduled to open in summer 2027. The partnership combines 3t’s training expertise with Ørsted’s experience in the development, operation and maintenance of offshore wind farms.
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