Offshore Wind Energy
Acteon continues serving complete sub-sea solutions for offshore in Pacific
Acteon, a company specializied as a subsea service provider, supports all stages of the life cycle of offshore wind farms. Acteon, which provides services on a global scale for the installation, maintenance and removal of marine infrastructures, starts its solutions in wind farms from the field investigation evaluation phase. Focusing on solving the challenges of transitioning to clean energy with engineering solutions, the company provides end-to-end services in the offshore industry as an integrated subsea specialist.
The wind energy industry met in Tokyo with Wind Expo, the largest wind energy event in Japan, between 15-17 March. Acteon Group’s Asia General Manager, LJ Pan, whom we interviewed at Wind Expo Japan, where we were a media partner as Wind Energy Magazine, shared the company’s activities and solutions in wind energy with our magazine.
Can you introduce yourself and tell a little bit about your technology?
I’m LJ, and work for Acteon Group. I’m the General Manager Asia for Acteon. Acteon Group specializing in subsea service providers for offshore wind. So as Acteon Group, we support all phases of the lifecycle of offshore wind farms development. For supporting the wind farms development, we start from the site investigation assessment phase. During the site investigation assessment phase, we can provide the geophy- sical & geotechnical site investigation. After the site investigation phase, we support the design & engineering phase. During the design & engineering phase, we can support the developer in the foundation design & engineering scopes . Next phase is the development phase for foundation installation offshore. During the development phase, Acteon Group support the T&I installer in the foundation installation scopes such as pile driving utilizing our impact hammers, drilling equipment, prepiling template, handling & lifting tools and grouting services.
As for floating wind, Acteon can support the design, provision and installation of mooring and anchor. After the development phase, we move to the operation & maintenance phase. During the operation & maintenance phase, we can support the Balance of Plant subsea O&M scopes which include the structural health monitoring, corrosion monitoring, ROV inspections, asset integrity management and digital twins services.
Lastly, after 20-30 years of the installation of wind turbines, Acteon can support the decommissioning of the wind farms. So this is a brief introduction of Acteon and what we can do for your offshore wind farm developments.
We can say you serve complete solutions from beginning to end.
Yes. This is where we call ourselves the integrated subsea specialists. We are providing special- ties, equipment and services. But we do not own any vessels and the vessel will be from T&I contractor, which owns the installation vessel. We are able provide all the installation and all the support during the development.
At the moment, at which market are you active in?
We have been very active for the past 4 years in Taiwan. I’m taking care of the Asia market and we have colleagues who take care of Europe and US markets. So we walk together as globally and we are actively supporting or have supported most of the development wind farms in Taiwan such as Formosa-1, Formosa-2, Changfang Xidao, Greater Changhua and others.
How do you foresee the Turkish market?
This is a very new market and we are excited to know that Turkey is coming out in the offshore wind market. And as you know, lots of countries and regions are moving into offshore renewable energy. Thus. Acteon needs to increase our capability in order to support regions like Turkey in its developments of wind farms.
After our conversation and information about Turkey to you, do you think you company will fo- cus more on Turkish market in the short term?
I think this is something we need to understand and investigate further from the Turkish government, what is the ambition and regulations, then we only can relocate our resources as well as our assets into the market.
Thank you for your time and for the interview. No problem, my pleasure. Thank you very much.
What’s in this news?
The European Commission has approved a €5 billion Danish State aid scheme to support offshore wind development. Covering the Hesselø and North Sea I Mid projects, the scheme is expected to play a key role in achieving the EU’s 2030 renewable energy targets and accelerating the transition to a net-zero economy.
The European Commission has approved a €5 billion (DKK 37.6 billion) Danish State aid scheme aimed at supporting offshore wind energy deployment.
The measure aligns with the objectives of the Clean Industrial Deal and is designed to contribute to the EU’s 2030 renewable energy targets.
Two offshore wind projects to be supported
The scheme will support the development of two major offshore wind farms:
- Hesselø Offshore Wind Farm
- Minimum capacity: 0.8 GW
- Expected annual generation: ~3.2 TWh
- North Sea I Mid Offshore Wind Farm
- Minimum capacity: 1 GW
- Expected annual generation: ~4.6 TWh
Combined, these projects are expected to generate electricity equivalent to approximately 25% of Denmark’s annual electricity production.
Two-way CfD mechanism
The support will be granted through a two-way Contract for Difference (CfD) mechanism:
- Producers receive payments when market prices fall below the strike price
- Producers pay back when market prices exceed the strike price
This design ensures both investor certainty and proper market functioning.
20-year support period
The scheme will run for 20 years and will be allocated via a competitive bidding process. Support will be based on potential generation capacity rather than actual production.
Supporting EU energy transition
The Commission concluded that the scheme is:
- Necessary and proportionate
- Supportive of the net-zero transition
- Effective in reducing fossil fuel dependency
and compliant with EU State aid rules.
Is Türkiye Ready for Offshore Wind? Industry Perspectives Point to Industrial Potential
Offshore wind energy is becoming one of the fastest-growing segments of the global energy transition. As the sector expands across Europe, discussions around Türkiye’s offshore wind potential are also gaining momentum.
Industry representatives speaking during KEY – The Energy Transition Expo 2026 highlighted both the opportunities and the structural challenges facing offshore wind development in Türkiye.
According to DÜRED Chairman Murat Durak, Türkiye already has a significant industrial base that could support offshore wind projects.
A Strong Industrial Ecosystem
Durak pointed out that Turkish shipyards and heavy industry facilities are already capable of manufacturing various offshore structures and components.
Some shipyards are already involved in manufacturing for European offshore projects, indicating that Türkiye could potentially play a role within the broader offshore wind supply chain.
This industrial capacity suggests that Türkiye could position itself not only as a project developer but also as a manufacturing and supply hub for offshore wind equipment.
Port Infrastructure Remains a Critical Requirement
Despite this industrial capacity, Durak noted that one of the key missing elements is dedicated offshore wind port infrastructure.
Offshore wind projects require large-scale logistics operations for transporting turbine components, installing foundations, and maintaining offshore structures.
Developing suitable port infrastructure is therefore considered an important step for enabling large-scale offshore wind projects in Türkiye.
Supply Chain Opportunities
DÜRED Board Member Bilgihan Yaşacan emphasized the importance of the offshore wind supply chain.
According to Yaşacan, offshore wind development creates opportunities across a wide range of sectors, including:
- marine construction
- engineering services
- offshore platforms
- subsea cable installation
- heavy logistics and equipment manufacturing
He stressed that supporting the development of companies capable of operating in offshore environments will be essential for building a sustainable offshore wind ecosystem.
Regional Opportunities
Industry representatives also highlighted that offshore wind opportunities should not be viewed solely within Türkiye’s domestic market.
Potential offshore wind developments in the Mediterranean region and the Middle East could create additional opportunities for Turkish shipyards, engineering firms, and industrial suppliers.
The Mediterranean Could Become a New Offshore Market
While Northern European countries have led offshore wind development for many years, the Mediterranean region is still considered an emerging market.
According to sector representatives, this situation could create new opportunities for countries with strong industrial capabilities such as Türkiye.
If offshore wind projects begin to expand in the Mediterranean basin, Türkiye’s industrial sector could play an important role in supporting regional offshore wind development.
On 14 January 2026, the United Kingdom awarded a total of 8.4 GW of offshore wind capacity under Allocation Round 7 (AR7), marking the largest offshore wind auction ever held in Europe.
The awarded capacity includes 8.2 GW of bottom-fixed offshore wind and nearly 200 MW of floating wind projects. The new capacity is expected to generate enough electricity to power approximately 10 million homes.
Record competition drives competitive pricing
AR7 was one of the most competitive offshore auctions ever held in Europe. A record 19 projects, representing a combined potential capacity of 24 GW, were eligible to bid.
The strong competition resulted in 2024 strike prices of:
£91.20/MWh in England and Wales
£89.49/MWh in Scotland
These levels are approximately 40% lower than the cost of building and operating new gas plants in the UK (£147/MWh) and nearly 30% lower than new nuclear plants (£124/MWh).
The 8.4 GW of new offshore wind capacity is estimated to save UK billpayers nearly £1.7 billion per year compared to gas generation.
CfD framework proves effective
The UK’s two-sided Contracts for Difference (CfD) mechanism once again demonstrated its ability to de-risk projects and provide long-term revenue visibility.
With a total budget of £1.79 billion — exceeding the initial £1.1 billion allocation — the UK Government secured additional capacity to enhance energy security and economic resilience.
Following the failed AR5 round in 2023 and limited new capacity under AR6, AR7 represents a significant turning point for offshore wind deployment in the UK.
AR7 winning projects
AR7 awarded support to six bottom-fixed offshore wind projects and two floating wind projects:
| Project | CfD Capacity (MW) | Owner(s) | Strike Price (2024) | Delivery (Phase 1) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awel y Mor | 775 | RWE (60%), Stadtwerke München (30%), Siemens Financial Services (10%) | £91.2/MWh | 2030/31 |
| Dogger Bank South | 3000 | RWE (51%), Masdar (49%) | £91.2/MWh | 2030/31 |
| Norfolk Vanguard East | 1545 | RWE | £91.2/MWh | 2029/30 |
| Norfolk Vanguard West | 1545 | RWE | £91.2/MWh | 2028/29 |
| Berwick Bank | 1380 | SSE Renewables | £89.49/MWh | 2030/31 |
| Pentland (floating) | 92.5 | Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (80%), Eurus Energy (10%), Hexicon (10%) | £216.49/MWh | 2029/30 |
| Erebus (floating) | 100 | TotalEnergies (80%), Simply Blue Energy (20%) | £216.49/MWh | 2029/30 |
The 192 MW awarded to floating wind projects marks another step toward commercial-scale floating wind deployment. Industry stakeholders emphasise the need for tailored support schemes, clear auction timelines for floating wind, and infrastructure investment in ports to sustain momentum.
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