“Big milestones on their own are not enough, we need the full offshore wind ecosystem to thrive and that requires attention.” A huge welcome to all our delegates from our CEO, Steve Foxley, who opened #Spotlight25 this morning! #spotlightonsupplychain

📢We announced this week that we have signed a contract with Ming Yang Smart Energy, the largest private wind turbine manufacturer in China, to provide testing and validation of the main bearing for its 18.5MW offshore wind turbine. Learn more: ore.catapult.org.uk/media-centre...

📢We're excited to announce the ambitious companies selected for our latest Fit for Offshore Renewables (F4OR) industry supply chain support programme, in the North East of England. The successful companies are: 🔹Subco Engineering 🔹Elisian 🔹WORR Ltd 🔹Chirton Engineering 🔹Walker Subsea Engineering

📢We've been awarded £500,000 by The Scottish Government through its Just Transition Fund, which is focused on offshore wind infrastructure and supply chain development. Read the full announcement here: www.gov.scot/news/backing...

📢We're excited to announce, in partnership with RWE, the result of a new pioneering testing programme which shows how the life of turbine blades could potentially be extended significantly. ore.catapult.org.uk/media-centre...

#FOW is one of the most exciting opportunities in the energy transition but it's not without its challenges. Our latest blog explores the idea of hybrid technology, an emerging concept which could bridge the gap between fixed and #floating. ore.catapult.org.uk/resource-hub...

📢 A huge 95% of SMEs who responded to an anonymous survey said they were able to progress further or faster with ORE Catapult support! In our latest blog we investigate our contribution to accelerating the UK deployment of #offshorewind. 📖: ore.catapult.org.uk/resource-hub...

📢 LATEST NEWS: Offshore wind supply chain programme launches in South Wales! Businesses in the Swansea region chasing success in the floating offshore wind market can now apply for our award-winning Fit for Offshore Renewables (F4OR) supply chain programme. ore.catapult.org.uk/media-centre...

📣REACTION: What do we need from #AR7 to deliver on 2030 ambitions? DESNZ has released its framework for the upcoming 7th Auction Round of the Contracts for difference scheme. Read our full analysis here: ore.catapult.org.uk/resource-hub...

📢 LATEST NEWS: Floating Wind Centre of Excellence (FOWCoE) to research key cost saving technology for floating offshore wind farms! 💡 Learn more: ore.catapult.org.uk/media-centre...

📢LATEST NEWS: Three innovative North East England companies have reinforced the region's status as a key offshore wind cluster by securing places on our TIGGOR 2 programme! The companies selected for the nine-month programme are: 🔷 SeaThor 🔷 Pulcea 🔷 Kinewell ore.catapult.org.uk/media-centre...

📢 First of its kind virtual world created for offshore wind robotics innovators! We're excited to announce a true-to-life simulation platform designed to fast track the deployment of #robotics and autonomous systems for #offshorewind. ore.catapult.org.uk/media-centre...

📢 @thecrownestate.bsky.social this week announced funding for our new regional Fit for Offshore Renewables (F4OR) programme in Wales! The dedicated supply chain programme will support SMEs to become increasingly competent, capable and competitive in the #floatingoffshorewind sector!

What role does #innovation play in accelerating the #offshorewind consenting process? 🚀 Duncan Smart, Scottish Power Renewables, explains the key role that #data will play in accelerating the consenting process of future offshore wind projects on the latest episode of our #ReEnergise podcast.

📢 𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒: 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐊 𝐭𝐨 𝐮𝐩𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬! Our latest report focuses on the crucial role that robotics can play in ensuring the UK is able to fully realise the economic potential of offshore wind. ore.catapult.org.uk/media-centre...

🏆 We're thrilled to announce that we have been recognised among the UK's Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™ 2024 by @greatplacetowork.bsky.social! Wellbeing is a huge priority for us and we're proud to have clinched the #81 spot for large organisations on this year's list.

📢 Read our CEO Steve Foxley's thoughts on the Government's much anticipated Industrial Strategy, which launched yesterday. ore.catapult.org.uk/media-centre...

We know what #MissionPossible looks like, now it's time to go away and deliver it! 🚀 That's a wrap on Global Offshore Wind 2025! It's been fantastic to experience two days of conversation, collaboration and ambition, and feel the positivity building around the future of the #offshorewind sector.

A great session at #RUKGOW25 this morning as our CEO, Steve Foxley, joined a panel on the main stage to discuss building a supply chain for the #netzero era. The panel covered progress on the #offshorewind Industrial Growth Plan (IGP) and how we strengthen the supply chain to meet 2030 targets!

What an morning it's been at Global Offshore Wind 2025! 🌅 We were delighted to welcome @gillianamartin.bsky.social MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Energy, to our stand earlier today. She's pictured below speaking with our Head of Business Development, Andy Overton.

💨 And we're off! #RUKGOW25! We've live from the #CatapultPavilion at @renewableuk.bsky.social 's Global Offshore Wind 2025! A great opening session focused on #collaboration, #investment and #confidence in the #offshorewind sector set the tone for what promises to be a great event!

🎧 NEW PODCAST: 'Mission Possible'... In Partnership with @renewableuk.bsky.social - Part 2! With the industry coming together at #RUKGOW25 tomorrow, we sat down with event sponsors and leading turbine manufacturer, Vestas to chat through #MissionPossible. on.soundcloud.com/69FsypO5hgOv...

📢 Our latest #ReEnergise Magazine delves into how we solve the UK's offshore wind manufacturing challenge and set about plotting a course for #MissionPossible! Grab a physical copy of the Magazine at @renewableuk.bsky.social #RUKGOW25! Download the magazine here: share.hsforms.com/11V2_quL5Tr2...

📢 SAVE THE DATE!! – 11/12/25 The UK Offshore Wind Supply Chain Spotlight is back and bigger than ever for 2025! Don’t miss out, grab your early-bird ticket now: supply-chain-spotlight.co.uk

🎧 NEW PODCAST: 'Mission Possible'... In Partnership with @renewableuk.bsky.social - Part 1! With Global Offshore Wind fast approaching, we sat down with event sponsors, Equinor and RWE, to discuss the #offshorewind picture and the event theme, 'Mission Possible'! on.soundcloud.com/zLLZyFZYtfM2...

Are you #MissionReady? 🚀 With Global Offshore Wind 2025 just around the corner, we're excited to highlight some key sessions at which colleagues are sharing their expertise! If you're attending #RUKGOW25, don't miss us on the Catapult Pavilion (stand H83)! @renewableuk.bsky.social

📢 What's next for the UK's #offshorewind industrial strategy? That's the question we're asking on the latest episode of our #ReEnergise podcast. 🎧 Soundcloud: on.soundcloud.com/D371qf2A6td6... This episode was recorded the same day that the news broke about Ørsted's Hornsea 4 project.

From installation to O&M, #robotics is transforming the offshore wind sector and driving safety, efficiency and sustainability. 🤖 Join us for a workshop on 'Bridging the Innovation Gap in Offshore Wind' at @renewableuk.bsky.social's Global Offshore Wind 2025! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bridging-t...

Fit 4 Offshore Renewables (F4OR) is boosting growth in the #offshorerenewables supply chain! 🚀 Since its inception, F4OR, our business support programme, has helped 173 companies get ready to bid for work the sector. Read our 2024 Impact Report here: ore.catapult.org.uk/programmes/f...

Fantastic piece in Fortune Magazine today from @davidrvetter.bsky.social highlighting the key #offshorewind test and validation work being done at our National Renewable Energy Centre in Blyth!

📢 FOWCoE Report: Deep Water Dynamic Cable Solutions 💡 The latest public report published by our Floating Offshore Wind Centre of Excellence (FOWCoE) is a comprehensive study exploring the opportunities in deep water floating wind. Download the full report here: fowcoe.co.uk/industry-ins...

As the East of England 'Connect' supply chain programme comes to a close, we're excited to highlight the fantastic regional impact that it's had! 🚀 We're excited to continue building relationships with the 37 companies and 4 universities that we engaged with through Connect.

📢 Last week, the Secretary for State for Scotland, @ianmurraymp.bsky.social visited our national Floating Wind Innovation Centre (FLOWIC) as part of a wider tour of the region and the Energy Transition Zone, during which he switched on Ocean Winds' new Moray West offshore wind farm!

We're excited to announce on World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2025, that we have received a silver RoSPA award! 👷‍♀️ 👏 This award recognises our dedication to a safety culture where each and everyone always thinks, talks and acts safely.

📢 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗜𝗚𝗚𝗢𝗥 𝟮 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗼𝗼𝗻! ⌛ Companies can apply until 2nd May 2025. Click here to find out apply and find out more: ore.catapult.org.uk/programmes/t...

What is a Circular Economy? 💡 On the latest episode of the ReEnergise podcast, Lorna Bennet, our Senior Engineer - Sustainability, explains exactly that! 👇 Click below to listen to the full episode on your favourite platform: 🎧 Soundcloud: on.soundcloud.com/u2Xty9RkQ9G6...

📢 Our TIGGOR 2 programme, funded by The North East Combined Authority (NECA) and supported by Equinor and EDF Renewables UK & Ireland, has been extended! Ambitious companies in Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland can apply until 2nd May 2025. APPLY NOW ore.catapult.org.uk/media-centre...

LATEST PODCAST: Circular Economy for the Wind Sector with RWE! As the very first offshore wind farms near the end of their lifespans, tune in to the latest episode of #ReEnergise as we discuss how we address the end-of-life challenge for wind! ♻️ 🎧 on.soundcloud.com/AxD8EnL8v2hC...

📢12 innovative businesses across Scotland's island and coastal communities chosen for our latest Fit 4 Offshore Renewables business support programme! This programme is in partnership with the developers of four major Scottish offshore wind farms, MachairWind, Spiorad na Mara, Stoura and Arven.

Tao Tech UK Ltd is pushing boundaries with its super lightweight variable altitude airships! 🌍 Tao Tech UK Ltd now has its sights set on providing cost-effective backup communications and surveillance for the offshore renewable energy sector Learn more: ore.catapult.org.uk/resource-hub... (1/2)

🚨 Spoiler alert: we really can make a significant impact on our future #skills shortage! Our latest blog celebrates our #STEM engagement at Levenmouth Academy, where leavers going to a STEM destination have increased from 6% in 2016 to a fantastic 37% last year. ore.catapult.org.uk/resource-hub...

📢A dozen North East-Scotland-based businesses have been chosen for our award-winning #offshorerenewables supply chain programme! We're excited to announce the 12 companies joining us on our 5th regional F4OR programme, which is funded by the Energy Transition Zone Ltd! bit.ly/4bzP5GM

📢 We've appointed leading shipbuilder APCL Cammell Laird to carry out an analysis of the future market opportunity for UK-built ships in #offshorewind! Learn more: ore.catapult.org.uk/media-centre... (1/2) Image Credit: Bibby Marine #offshorerenewables #cleanmaritime #ukmanufacturing

Nearly 1500 companies registered! 🚀 We’re excited to highlight our UK Offshore Wind Directory, which has had a surge of interest since its launch earlier this year. The directory is funded by Crown Estate Scotland, OWGP and our FOWCoE. 🔗https://uowd.co.uk

📢 LATEST NEWS: Floating offshore wind MOU signed in Tokyo! We recently signed a MOU with the Japanese Floating Offshore Wind Technology Research Association (FLOWRA) to work together to reduce development risks and costs of floating offshore wind. ore.catapult.org.uk/media-centre... (1/2)

An active day in Westminster for our CEO, Steve Foxley! 💡 Yesterday, Steve met with Special Advisors and the Business Engagement team at Downing Street, before presenting evidence to the Energy Security & Net Zero Select Committee for their enquiry "Industrial Strategy for Clean Power" (1/2)

Fantastic to be at the @innovateuk.bsky.social @catapultnetwork.bsky.social Parliamentary Reception this evening, celebrating UK #innovation and showcasing how the Catapults are supporting critical national missions! 💡 @laverymp.bsky.social | @chionwurah.bsky.social (1/2)

We're excited to be the Innovation Partner at @renewableuk.bsky.social's Ports & Vessels 2025! 🛥️ Drop by stand 7 to learn about our current #cleanmaritime opportunities. 📆25 February 2025 📍Newcastle (1/2)

📢This morning, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) launched the Clean Industry Bonus to support good jobs and low-carbon manufacturing factories linked to offshore wind! #offshorewind | #offshorerenewables | #manufacturing | #netzero

📢The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board has launched a cross-skill pilot to boost worker transferability between oil & gas and wind operations and maintenance (O&M)! We're excited to be partnering with ECITB and GWO to tackle the O&M skill shortfall. www.ecitb.org.uk/news/cross-s...