Floating Offshore Wind Engineering and Technology – Enabling Scalable Renewable Energy in Challenging Marine Environments

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Assess the key environmental data required to characterise an offshore site and determine the technical, environmental, and economic feasibility of installing a floating offshore wind farm.
• Explain the operating principles of wind turbine generators and distinguish the unique characteristics of floating wind turbine systems.
• Compare the different types of floating substructures used in offshore wind turbine installations.
• Evaluate the various station-keeping systems employed for floating substructures and their suitability for different marine conditions.
• Analyse the loads acting on floating offshore wind turbines and examine how control systems are designed to ensure structural stability and operational safety.
• Explain the methods used to transmit electrical power from floating wind turbines to shore or convert it into alternative energy carriers.
• Evaluate different strategies for manufacturing, transportation, installation, and commissioning of floating offshore wind systems.
• Describe offshore operational activities and identify the types of specialised vessels involved in installation and maintenance.
• Assess strategies to optimise operational availability and minimise downtime associated with scheduled maintenance.
• Apply the principles used to estimate the Levelised Cost of Energy (LCOE) for floating offshore wind farms.
• Discuss the strategic importance of floating offshore wind in the global energy transition.
• Illustrate the current global deployment and development trends of floating offshore wind projects.

This training programme is designed for professionals involved in the development, engineering, construction, operation, and management of offshore wind and marine energy projects, particularly those seeking to understand the emerging floating offshore wind sector.

• Renewable Energy Developers and Project Managers involved in offshore wind project planning and execution
• Offshore and Marine Engineers working on floating structures, mooring systems, and subsea infrastructure
• Wind Energy Engineers and Technical Specialists involved in turbine design, performance analysis, and integration
• Electrical and Power System Engineers responsible for offshore transmission, grid integration, and energy conversion systems
• Naval Architects and Ocean Engineers engaged in floating structure design and offshore stability analysis
• Installation, Marine Operations, and Logistics Professionals involved in offshore construction and vessel operations
• Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Engineers and Asset Managers responsible for offshore wind farm reliability and performance
• Energy Analysts, Consultants, and Technical Advisors supporting renewable energy investment and project evaluation
• Government, Regulatory, and Policy Officials involved in offshore wind regulation, planning, and maritime spatial management
• Investors, Commercial Managers, and Business Development Professionals assessing opportunities in floating offshore wind projects
• Professionals from Oil & Gas and Offshore Engineering sectors transitioning into offshore renewable energy

• Intermediate

This course will provide comprehensive learning resources, including course materials for future reference. Each topic will commence with a clearly defined intended learning outcome (LO). The learning experience will be enriched through diverse activities such as quizzes, videos, and assessments, ensuring engagement and understanding. In addition to the core material, participants will have access to additional resources like articles, case studies, and tools. The course structure incorporates interactive elements, such as group discussions, case studies, and practical exercises, enhancing hands-on learning experiences. Q&A sessions will provide opportunities for clarifications and deeper understanding.

Your expert course leader has held senior technical and leadership roles at organisations including Saitec Offshore Technologies, ADWEN, Gamesa Innovation & Technology, and Gamesa Wind US. At Saitec Offshore Technologies, he contributed to the development of pioneering floating wind technologies and served as Project Manager for the BlueSATH 1/6 scaled 10 MW floating wind prototype as well as Supply Chain Manager for the DEMOSATH 2 MW floating offshore wind project, one of Europe’s early grid-connected floating wind demonstration projects. Earlier in his career, he served as Technical Manager for the AD8-180 offshore wind turbine at ADWEN, overseeing prototype commissioning, certification, and industrialisation.

During his time with Gamesa, he played a central role in the development and industrialisation of several offshore wind turbine platforms, including the G128 5 MW offshore wind turbine and the G14X 7 MW turbine concept. He also previously served as Engineering Director at Gamesa Wind US, where he established and led the engineering department in the United States and managed multidisciplinary engineering teams supporting turbine design, manufacturing, and wind farm development activities.

He holds a Master of Science in Marine Engineering (Naval Architecture) from the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, one of Europe’s leading institutions for naval and offshore engineering. He is actively involved in international technical and industry initiatives related to offshore wind and marine renewable energy, including contributions to IEC standards development for floating offshore wind turbines and leadership roles within the Spanish Association of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers working groups on marine renewable energy.

Throughout his career, your expert course leader has been a frequent speaker at international offshore wind conferences and technical forums, sharing insights on floating offshore wind technology, marine renewable energy integration, and offshore project development. His practical experience in turbine engineering, floating platform development, offshore installation, and project economics enables him to deliver training that bridges engineering fundamentals, operational realities, and commercial considerations in floating offshore wind projects.

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