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1 April 2026

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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 Secures Two Nominations at the Wind Investment Awards 2026

Tamarindo has announced the shortlist for the Wind Investment Awards 2026.

We are delighted to share that OWC has been shortlisted in two categories: Technical Adviser of the Year and Rising Star of the Year.

Both nominations at the Wind Investment Awards 2026 underscore OWC’s global impact as a leading global technical adviser, supporting investment decisions across the renewable energy sector.

With a long track record in delivering technical due diligence and lender’s technical advisory services, OWC continues to play a pivotal role in helping investors, lenders, and developers move projects to bankability – advancing the development of renewable energy projects worldwide.

Nominated Technical Advisor of the Year for a 3rd Year

For the third consecutive year, OWC has been recognised in the Technical Adviser of the Year category, following our win in 2025. This recognition reaffirms OWC’s commitment to delivering excellence across a diverse portfolio of innovative wind financing assignments.

Rising Star of the Year: Gokul Kannan | OWC Germany

This year’s shortlist also includes Gokul Kannan, Project Manager at OWC Germany, who has been nominated for the Rising Star of the Year Award. His nomination highlights the strength of emerging talent within OWC and represents the next generation of technical leadership shaping the future of independent engineering in wind energy.

Now in its seventh year, the Wind Investment Awards celebrate excellence across the global onshore and offshore wind industry, recognising innovation, financing, project development, and asset management.

Christian Apeah

“OWC’s nominations at the Wind Investment Awards 2026 reflect the expertise, dedication, and collaboration across our global teams. This is a testament to OWC’s ability to deliver independent, high‑quality technical advisory services supporting bankable wind investments worldwide, and we are proud to see both our organisation and our people recognised for this impact.”

Christian Apeah, Head of Independent Engineering

OWC’s technical advisory teams have supported over 100 GW of renewable energy capacity, combining multi-disciplinary engineering expertise with deep sector knowledge to guide projects from early feasibility through to operation.

Hosted by renewable energy and clean technology advisory Tamarindo, the Wind Investment Awards bring together industry leaders and key decision-makers to celebrate outstanding individuals and companies shaping the global wind market.

The winners will be announced at the Wind Investment Awards 2026 ceremony on 21 May in London. Click here to view the full list of nominees.

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