Diver shortage concern for offshore wind

More than 2,200 commercial divers will be needed to help build and develop Europe’s offshore wind sector as it rapidly expands over the next six years, according to leading industry analysts.

The study by energy business analysts Douglas Woodward concludes that 2,200 divers will be required for offshore wind farm development in Europe over the next six years. Photo by Peter Barker.

More than 2,200 commercial divers will be needed to help build and develop Europe’s offshore wind sector as it rapidly expands over the next six years, according to leading industry analysts.