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The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has released three revised dynamic positioning (DP) guidance documents. The first, Recommended Practice for the Operation of Class 1 DP Vessels (IMCA M268), is the industry’s first comprehensive guideline for the safe and efficient operation of DP1 vessels. These vessels are increasingly used in the offshore wind sector.
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The Spanish wind energy sector has welcomed Royal Decree-Law 7/2025 as a positive step for renewable energy development, particularly for simplifying project procedures and supporting grid operation. However, the Asociación Empresarial Eólica (AEE) highlights several unresolved issues and calls for additional measures to ensure legal certainty and accelerate project deployment.
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The European Commission has introduced a new framework for State Aid, known as the Climate, Energy and Environmental Aid Framework (CISAF), to support the Clean Industrial Deal. Published on 25 June 2025, CISAF enables EU Member States to fund strategic projects in electrification, industrial decarbonisation, and clean tech manufacturing. The framework will remain in place until the end of the decade, providing long-term policy and investment clarity.
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The Republic of Moldova has completed its first public tender for large-scale renewable energy, marking a milestone in the country’s energy transition. Five new wind projects have been selected, to be implemented by three companies. The auction process attracted strong interest, with more than 40 proposals submitted.
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The global offshore wind sector reached a cumulative installed capacity of 83 GW by the end of 2024, according to the Global Offshore Wind Report published by the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC). This follows the addition of 8 GW of new capacity last year, a 26% decline compared to 2023. Offshore wind now accounts for 7.3% of global wind capacity, with the sector maintaining steady long-term momentum despite near-term headwinds.
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The Spanish Government has published its findings on the widespread blackout that affected the Iberian Peninsula on 28 April. The investigation identifies power oscillations as the immediate cause of the disruption but does not determine their origin. It highlights the urgent need for Europe to invest in smarter and more resilient electricity grids to support energy security, competitiveness, and climate neutrality targets.
- Wind sector training pilot builds cross-sector skills in Grangemouth and Aberdeen
- UK Government outlines new Industrial Strategy with focus on clean energy and manufacturing
- UK government, Great British Energy and industry boost offshore wind supply chain investment
- Recycling challenges for carbon fibre in wind turbine blades
- ARESCA seeks wind energy experts to support national standards adoption
- US Senate proposes clean energy tax credit overhaul, phasing out wind and solar support by 2028
- WindEurope calls for reform of German offshore auction system
- Clean Energy States Alliance updates offshore wind tracking tool for the USA
- Guidance published on integrating offshore wind with coastal communities and ecosystems in Spain
- Lithuania relaunches tender for second offshore wind farm
- Poland announces offshore wind auction for December 2025
- Industry outlook softens for wind energy, with North America showing marked decline
- Scottish Government consults on updated offshore wind marine plan
- Policy reforms could unlock clean energy for APAC businesses
- Nova Scotia outlines 40GW offshore wind proposal as part of national energy strategy
- Private sector coalition formed to support COP30 presidency in Brazil
- Spain doubles wind power additions in 2024, led by Castilla y León
- Scotland consults on updated marine plan for offshore wind development
- UK offshore energy workforce faces sharp decline without urgent action, says RGU report
- USA clean power sector adds 7.4 GW in Q1 2025
- MEASNET publishes report on anemometer calibration proficiency test
- Wind Energy Ireland warns urgent action needed to safeguard offshore wind ambitions
- Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam sign agreement to explore cross-border renewable electricity trade
- Wind power gains ground in USA electricity mix in early 2025
- ACP criticises House vote to cut clean energy tax credits
- Floating wind developers scale back as confidence drops amid delays and financial barriers
- New study warns of major risks in Germany’s current offshore wind auction model
- Over 6,500 new offshore wind jobs needed in East of England by 2030, report finds
- Clean energy manufacturing supports jobs and growth across the USA
- Denmark sets framework for 3 GW offshore wind tender