The Offshore Wind Podcast from GWEC

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  The Surprising Role of Collaboration and Competition in Accelerating Offshore Wind Development with Dajin Offshore 09.07.2026 38Min.

  GWEC's Deputy CEO Rebecca Williams is joined by Dajin Offshore's General Manager - Floating Wind, Carlos Martin to look at the vital role floating technology will play in the rise of offshore wind. Carlos explains how Dajin's commitment to innovation, collaboration, and sustainable growth is shaping the future of floating wind across Europe and globally. Hear how navigating industry ups and downs with patience and agility is key to unlocking massive potential—and why Europe's leadersh...
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  The Future of Offshore Wind: Why Geo-data Insights and Regional Collaboration Will Unlock Massive Growth 07.07.2026 29Min.

  GWEC's Deputy CEO Rebecca Williams and Chief Industry Officer Stewart Mullin welcome Brian Bell and Julia Roope from Fugro to discuss the impact of Geo-data and the power of cross-border cooperation in the offshore wind industry. Discover how insights into the built and natural environments optimise all stages of the offshore wind life cycle, and learn how regional partnerships are essential for unlocking unprecedented growth. This episode explores the efforts and alliances which are dr...
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  How Industry Collaboration and Standardisation Could Transform Offshore Wind Safety with Opito 06.07.2026 25Min.

  The offshore wind industry faces critical challenges in standardising safety training and managing crises. Hazel Lince, VP Strategic Partnerships (UK & Europe), OPITO discusses how lessons from oil and gas safety standards can revolutionise offshore wind operations. Explore the importance of collaboration, standardisation, and innovative training methods in enhancing safety and efficiency. Stewart and Hazel explore what is needed to make offshore wind safer and more resilient. GWEC's Off...
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  Inside Sungrow's Global Expansion: Transforming Renewable Energy Markets 03.07.2026 29Min.

  Recorded on the show floor at WindEurope in Madrid, this episode features GWEC's Chief Research Officer, Feng Zhao alongside Sungrow’s Overseas Marketing Director, Lin Wei and Senior Sales Mangager, Jason Yan. They dive into China’s ambitious five-year plans and recent policy shifts that could revolutionise global wind and solar markets much faster. In this episode, Sungrow breaks down how government policies and market focus shifting from LCOE to LCOV, are accelerating industry growth...
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  Unlocking the Future of Energy: The Role of Cables in the Green Transition with Hengtong 01.07.2026 33Min.

  Recorded on the show floor at WindEurope in Madrid, this episode features Arnau Torres, Business Development Director for Europe at Hengtong. Together, we explore why energy cables are the backbone of the energy transition, connecting offshore wind farms to the grid and enabling the clean energy systems of tomorrow. Tune in to hear how innovation is helping the sector keep pace with rapidly growing global demand. GWEC's Offshore Wind Podcast is hosted by Stewart Mullin, GWEC's Chief Industry...
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  How Technology and Policy Can Solve the Biggest Cost Challenges in Offshore Wind 25.06.2026 33Min.

  In this episode, Mark Neller, Director, UKIMEA Energy Leader at Arup, pulls back the curtain on what it takes to make offshore wind and renewable projects not just feasible, but irresistible to investors. Discover why a project must be built on solid engineering, community trust, and systemic planning to thrive in today’s volatile markets. You'll hear deep insights on guiding policy, synchronising international markets, and managing the complex transition from traditional energy to sustainabl...
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  The Industrial Revolution in Offshore Wind: Why Manufacturing Speed is the Key to Scaling, with Lincoln Electric 15.06.2026 51Min.

  Most offshore wind projects are held back by one bottleneck: the relentless push for faster, larger-scale manufacturing. But what if the key to unlocking explosive growth lies not just in bigger turbines, but in rethinking how we make them? Lincoln Electric’s Director of Global Equipment Strategy, Bryan O’Neil, reveals how innovations like wire arc additive manufacturing are revolutionising the industry—enabling serial, industrialised production of complex foundations and components that were...
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  The Secrets Behind Skyborn Renewables' Wind Farm Strategy 05.06.2026 34Min.

  This week Stewart is joined by Patrick Lammers, CEO of Skyborn Renewables for a podcast recorder at WindEurope's event in Madrid. Most offshore wind developers talk about scaling projects, but Patrick discusses Skyborn's approach: building standardised infrastructure that ensures predictable, repeatable success. In a market dealing with massive, unpredictable projects, Patrick shares how standardisation and a focus on supply chain efficiency make offshore wind more reliable, affordable,...
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  The Critical Role of Workforce and Skills in Enabling Wind Deployment at Scale 15.05.2026 38Min.

  Join us for a Global Wind Report 2026 special looking at the critical role of the workforce in enabling wind deployment at scale. Download this year's Global Wind Report 2026 here. Neil Mellin and Katy Hall from NES Fircroft reveal how expanding talent access and fostering diversity can accelerate offshore wind projects and unlock untapped markets worldwide. The panel also discuss the critical importance of predictable project pipelines for attracting the right talent, especially in eme...
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  "Renewables can transform lives and economies" - Selwin Hart, UN Assistant Secretary-General for Climate Action 13.03.2026 1Std.

  🔴 Watch the episode on Youtube (and subscribe!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xdv3tWC0fgE 🟢 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/53EL9PqEzIVL3G7WlPAGtd?nd=1&dlsi=f3d67027a4734eba 🟣 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wind-powering-the-future/id1884603192 Find the episode on your favourite platform... Here About the episode: In this in-depth interview, Selwin Hart, UN Special Advisor on Climate Change, shares his journey from diplomacy to climate action, disc...
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  Emergency Preparedness and Responses in Offshore Wind 03.03.2026 44Min.

  "Offshore wind comes with its own risks." In this episode, Stewart Mullin speaks with Marta Januszewska, New Markets and New Services Lead at OSRL, about the importance of emergency preparedness in the offshore wind industry. They discuss the challenges faced by the industry, the need for collaboration among stakeholders, and the role of technology in enhancing emergency response. Marta shares her background in oceanography and political science, highlighting her passion for energy transition...
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  Building the Blueprint for Offshore Wind Success in the Philippines with Undersecretary Rowena Cristina Guevarra 20.10.2025 47Min.

  For this episode Stewart Mullin and Rebecca Williams are joined by Undersecretary Rowena Cristina Guevarra from the Department of Energy, Philippines to discuss the burgeoning offshore wind industry in the Philippines. They discuss the significant potential for offshore wind energy in the country, the government's supportive policies, and the importance of engaging with developers. The conversation also highlights the challenges and opportunities in the energy sector, the role of regional col...
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  Offshore Wind and Victoria’s Bold Climate Vision, with Lily D’Ambrosio 13.10.2025 41Min.

  Season 7 is here! The Offshore Wind Podcast is back with a brand-new look and now streaming on YouTube too! For the first episode, we have a very special guest. DEECA's Minister for Climate Action; Minister for Energy and Resources; Minister for the State Electricity Commission, Hon. Lily D'Ambrosio MP joins Stewart Mullin, Chief Industry Officer at GWEC to talk about about the state's ambitious plans for offshore wind energy. D'Ambrosio's political journey, the significant increa...
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  From German Projects to Global Outlook - Scaling Offshore Wind 07.10.2025 48Min.

  For this episode Stewart Mullin and Rebecca Williams are joined by Holger Matthiesen, Director, Luxcara to talk about the company’s offshore wind journey. From developing projects in Germany to navigating turbine choices, supply chain pressures, and investor confidence. Holger shares lessons learned from early project milestones, reflects on how Germany compares with global markets, and looks ahead to future opportunities in floating wind, storage, and green hydrogen. GWEC's Offshore Wind Pod...
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  A New Era of Energy Collaboration in Offshore Wind 04.09.2025 34Min.

  🎧 In this episode of the APAC Wind Energy Summit Podcast, Stewart Mullin, Chief Industry Officer at GWEC and Ben Hunt, SVP Comms, Public Affairs and Sustainability, Jera Nex BP chat about the challenges of developing offshore wind projects in Australia. The conversation highlights the importance of collaboration across the value chain, the complexities of launching new ventures, and the potential for offshore wind to contribute significantly to the energy transition. 🎟️ Join the convers...
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  Asia Pacific Offshore Wind Local and Global Impact 03.09.2025 35Min.

  🎧 In this episode of the APAC Wind Energy Summit Podcast, Stewart Mullin, Chief Industry Officer at GWEC and Naomi Campbell, Offshore Wind Advisor, World Bank - ESMAP chat about the challenges and opportunities in the Philippines, highlighting the country's first offshore wind auction and its potential to transform the energy sector. Naomi shares her extensive experience and insights on the development of offshore wind projects, the importance of community engagement, and the evolving r...
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  Government, Community, and Wind: A Path to Renewable Success in Australia 18.08.2025 28Min.

  🎧 In this weeks episode of The APAC Wind Energy Summit podcast, Stewart Mullin, Chief Industry Officer at GWEC and Charles Rattray, CEO of Southerly Ten who is leading the Star of the South Project (Australia’s most advanced offshore wind project) chat about the challenges and opportunities in accelerating offshore wind deployment in Australia. The conversation highlights the importance of government support, community engagement, and maintaining momentum in project timelines. 🎟️ Join ...
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  The Intersection of Science and Community in Renewable Energy in Australia 15.08.2025 29Min.

  🎧 In this weeks episode of The APAC Wind Energy Summit podcast, Stewart Mullin, Chief Industry Officer at GWEC and Daniel Ierodiacono, Marine Science Professor from @DeakinUniversityAustralia dive into offshore wind development in Australia and focus on the importance of community engagement, scientific research, and addressing misinformation. 🔬 Ierodiaconou emphasizes the challenges posed by misinformation and the urgency of transitioning to renewable energy to combat climate ch...
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  Navigating Challenges in Onshore Wind Development in Australia 13.08.2025 19Min.

  In this episode of the APAC Wind Energy Summit podcast, Stewart Mullin, CIO at GWEC interviews Morten Dyrholm, Group Senior Vice President, Marketing, Communications, Sustainability and Public Affairs from Vestas about the significance of the Australian wind market, the challenges and opportunities in onshore wind, operational strategies, innovations in hybrid projects, and the importance of regional collaboration in the APAC wind sector. Dyrholm emphasizes Australia's strategic role i...
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  Ocean Winds - Lessons from a leading offshore wind developer 17.07.2025 50Min.

  Ocean Winds' Chief Business Development Office Rafael Munilla joins the pod to talk about what the pioneering company has learnt about offshore wind and how the industry can work together to explore growth opportunities and clear the barriers facing offshore wind energy. The pod crew also look at the recent Global Offshore Wind Report, which assesses the key topics for the offshore wind industry, as well as the definitive industry data from GWEC's Market Intelligence team. Download your...