Associated British Ports (ABP) and global engineering leader Sarens have formed a strategic partnership to drive floating offshore wind (FLOW) development in the Celtic Sea.
The two companies aim to transform Port Talbot into a hub for offshore renewables, facilitating the deployment of FLOW technology in the region.
“We are delighted to work with Sarens, a trusted partner in offshore wind,” said Andy Reay, head of offshore wind at ABP.
”ABP’s GB£500 million investment in Port Talbot’s infrastructure will create a vital hub for floating offshore wind, generating thousands of jobs and attracting substantial investment to the UK. This initiative is a major step toward our net-zero goals.”
Green energy
The partnership will focus on the technical and logistical requirements needed to deploy FLOW in Port Talbot, supporting ABP’s broader plans to turn the port into a centre for green energy.
Bev Bentley, director of strategic global projects at Sarens, added: “At Sarens, we are committed to driving the growth of renewable energy by providing cutting-edge lifting and transport solutions that are both sustainable and efficient.”
”This collaboration reflects our ongoing dedication to playing a pivotal role in the global energy transition.”
With this collaboration, ABP and Sarens are positioned as key players in the UK’s offshore renewables sector, poised to leverage local expertise and drive the growth of the floating offshore wind industry in the Celtic Sea.
Sarens has a 65-year history of delivering large-scale offshore renewables projects across key international markets, including the USA, Europe and Asia.
