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OWC was founded in 2011 as one of the world’s first dedicated offshore wind consultancies, with a mission to support the development and innovation of offshore wind energy across the world. Since that time, OWC has expanded to support all wind power projects across their lifecycle, whether onshore, offshore, bottom-fixed or floating.

Our comprehensive portfolio of technical advisory and engineering consultancy services supports all types of stakeholders across the full value chain of a wind project.  Our global team works to identify origination opportunities and then optimise and de-risk projects at every stage of a windfarm project’s lifecycle, with expertise covering all phases, work packages and all critical components, from wind turbine generators (WTGs) to cables, foundations and electrical substations.   

Partner to Global Offshore Wind Development  

Having grown from our initial base in the UK to a presence spanning 14 countries and counting, OWC stays true to its commitment to grow into the offshore wind markets of tomorrow.  

Currently, OWC serves all the world’s leading and emerging wind power markets. We work with developers, operators, contractors, governments and government bodies, as well as investment funds, banks, and insurers, insurers, helping them make the most informed decisions and putting their best foot forward in bringing new wind power projects to life.  

In offshore wind, OWC has significant experience in market entry and origination, supporting clients in participating and succeeding in offshore wind auction processes, either with a range of technical studies and advisory services or with a more comprehensive package of support.  

Where we work in Wind

Fixed Offshore Wind Engineering Consultants

Fixed Offshore Wind Engineering Consultants

With our legacy in offshore wind, OWC offers extensive experience and market knowledge in the development and engineering for offshore wind farms, supporting on all components: foundations, WTGs, cables, substations and transmission.
Floating Offshore Wind Consultancy & Engineering

Floating Offshore Wind Consultancy & Engineering

Forecast for 20% of new offshore wind to be floating by 2035, OWC has already supported across 67 floating offshore wind projects.
Onshore Wind

Onshore Wind

Being one of the most cost-competitive sources of power in the world, onshore wind is a very attractive option, whilst not without its challenges. OWC offers local market knowledge to provide clients with a holistic understanding and feasible solutions to challenges in each market.

>250

GW of wind power

>300

Wind projects

>50

Floating wind projects

What we do  

With the wider ABL Group, OWC is able to offer expert advice and services from feasibility and planning, development, and engineering, to transportation & installation (T&I), operations & maintenance (O&M), and at decommissioning or life extension phases.   

The combination of our group-wide offering across energy, marine, engineering and digital means we are able to provide solutions at every step of a wind energy project that will reduce risk, maximise efficiency, and ultimately maximise the economics of a project.  

Market Studies

Market Studies

Supporting in early-market studies, site identification & characterisation, market regulations, and route-to-market strategy.
Technical Studies

Technical Studies

Offering a vast range of technical expertise to provide clients with technical studies in almost every area of interest.
Owner’s Engineering

Owner’s Engineering

Our owner’s engineering ensures your project runs on time, on budget and according to your objectives.
Technical Due Diligence

Technical Due Diligence

Specialist technical due diligence supporting the financing, acquisition, sale and refinancing of assets, technology and companies within the renewable energy market.
Engineering

Engineering

OWC draws on a vase range of engineering expertise to provide you with specialist engineering and analysis across every stage of a renewable project’s lifecycle.
Geoscience

Geoscience

Dedicated multi-disciplinary geoscience team covering geotechnical, geophysical, geospatial engineering, supporting renewable energy projects in understanding and mitigating their ground risks.
Research and Development

Research and Development

Innosea – the French branch of OWC – is a leading research & development (R&D) partner across the marine renewable energy landscape.
WTG Engineering

WTG Engineering

INNOSEA is a leading global specialist in wind turbine generator (WTG) engineering, emcompassing integrated loads analysis and foundation design for both fixed and floating offshore wind turbines. Our integrated service solution unlocks a turbine and foundation’s complex load interactions, driving greater design certainty in developing a WTG that meets your project specifications.

The value we bring

Legacy in wind from 2011 as one of the world’s first dedicated offshore wind consultancies.

Partner in the first steps of an emerging market’s development.

Group-wide comprehensive service portfolio, offering turn-key solutions.

Support across the full value chain of a wind project.

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Onshore Wind

Announcement: A Landmark Decision for Renewable Energy

Jul 9, 20245 min read
The Government has officially lifted the onshore wind ban in England, heralding a new era for renewable energy. OWC’s CEO, Will Cleverly, highlights the implications of this landmark decision, emphasising the economic benefits, public support, and the future of sustainable energy projects […]
Beach front, Banbury, Western Australia

Weather Challenges in Bunbury and Their Impact on Offshore Wind Construction

Jul 8, 20245 min read
In the concluding part of our series, Will Philbedge, Transportation and Installation Lead, and Anantha Kidambi, Senior Metocean Consultant at OWC, unveil the unique challenges in Bunbury and their profound impact on offshore wind projects […]
Bass Strait from Philip Island, Australia

Navigating the Turbulent Waters of Bass Strait for Offshore Wind Construction

Jul 3, 20245 min read
In our latest commentary, Will Philbedge, Transportation and Installation Lead at OWC, provides insights on the impact of weather conditions in Australia […]
The Impact of CfD (Contracts for Difference) on Italy’s FER2 Decree

The Impact of CfD (Contracts for Difference) on Italy’s FER2 Decree

Jul 2, 20245 min read
What does the future hold for Italy’s renewable energy landscape? To unravel this, we turned to David Wotherspoon, Director of New Geographies at OWC, and Riccardo Gnocchi, Senior Naval Architect at Longitude Engineering. In an exclusive deep dive, they elucidate the nuances of Italy’s FER2 Decree, breaking down the eligibility criteria, Contracts for Difference (CfD), and the potential impact on renewable energy projects. Their insights promise a compelling glimpse into the strategies shaping a greener Italy […]
From Price to Progress: Impacts of evolving offshore wind auction criteria

From Price to Progress: Impacts of evolving offshore wind auction criteria

Jun 20, 20243 min read
OWC Senior offshore wind consultant, Kirsty Watt, shares insights into the evolving offshore wind auction landscape, and namely an increasing transition to a more holistic set of criterion and the emergence of non-price criteria (NPC). Whilst NPC aims to drive increased social and community value for local markets from planned offshore wind projects, what impacts […]
Meet the Team: Anna Pulo, Principal Consultant

Meet the Team: Anna Pulo, Principal Consultant

Jun 17, 20243 min read
At OWC, our teams are constantly expanding, into more locations, in expertise, and in sectors of influence, so that our people can truly drive safety and sustainability across our energy and oceans. Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we invite you to get to know our team members so you […]