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22 December 2025

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ABL Group (OSE: ABL Group ASA – ticker code “ABL”) is a leading independent global consultancy delivering energy, marine, engineering and digital solutions to drive safety and sustainability in renewables, maritime and oil & gas sectors. The group has offices in 39 countries worldwide and operates under four brands: ABL, OWC, Longitude and AGR.

OWC Announces Winner of the Ian Bonnon Award 2025

Congratulations to Charlie Spicer | Snr. Survey Manager, OWC Taiwan

At OWC, we believe that the future of renewable energy is built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. This ethos was instilled by our founder, Ian Bonnon, whose vision continues to inspire the next generation of leaders driving the energy transition forward.

Today, we are proud to celebrate that continuity through the Ian Bonnon Award, an annual recognition of emerging talent within OWC who exemplify these values.

Celebrating Our Winner: Charlie Spicer

We are delighted to announce Charlie Spicer as the recipient of the 2025 Ian Bonnon Award.

Charlie’s journey with OWC began as a graduate engineer and has evolved into a story of rapid growth, technical mastery, and leadership. From managing complex geoscience packages to spearheading major projects in Korea and Taiwan, Charlie has played a key role in supporting the expansion of OWC’s profile across Asia Pacific.

Why Charlie stood out:

  • Outstanding leadership in geoscience and project management
  • Driving OWC’s growth and reputation in Asia Pacific markets
  • Technical excellence and reliability under pressure
  • A collaborative, inclusive approach that strengthens team culture

Charlie’s success reflects not only individual achievement but also the strength of OWC’s growing in-house geo-consultancy capability – a global team committed to delivering world-class solutions for offshore wind and renewable energy projects worldwide.

Ali and Andrew Bonnon – Ian’s children – presenting Charlie with his award.
Charlie shares a few words.
Ali Bonnon presenting Charlie with the trophy.

Recognising Excellence Across Our Team

While Charlie takes home the award, we are equally proud to commend an exceptional group of nominees whose contributions continue to elevate OWC’s standards of innovation and client service.

From advancing digital capabilities to mentoring colleagues and driving operational efficiency, these individuals represent the depth of talent shaping our future.

Commended nominees include:

  • Finlay MacDonald – Jnr. Consultant, Onshore Renewables, OWC Brighton
  • Kiet Truong – Submarine Cables Project Engineer, OWC Vietnam
  • Dohee Lee – Jnr. Consultant, OWC South Korea
  • Khoi Tran – Electrical Engineer, OWC Vietnam
  • Emmett Lilley – Snr. Project Engineer, OWC South Korea
  • Hannah Rens – Jnr Consultants, Onshore Renewables, OWC South Africa
  • Suzie Wilcox – Snr. Consultant Onshore Wind, OWC Brighton
  • Jessica Warwick – Tendering Manager, OWC London
  • Rushabh Shah – Consultant, OWC London
  • Daniel Dolan – Modelling and Data Consultant, OWC London
  • David Guzman Vazquez – Snr. Consultant Onshore Wind, Solar and Storage, OWC London

Looking Ahead

The Ian Bonnon Award is more than a recognition – it’s a symbol of continuity between OWC’s founding principles and the ambitions of the next generation.

As we expand our geo-consultancy services and strengthen our global presence, we remain committed to nurturing talent and fostering a culture where innovation thrives.

Congratulations to Charlie and all our nominees. With you, we are helping to shape a cleaner, more sustainable future.

Contact Charlie and the Geoscience Team

Interested to know more about OWC’s multi-disciplined geoscience offering and how it could support your renewable energy or environmental project? Contact our team to discuss your needs and the right solutions for you.

Contact OWC Geoscience