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Ports and vessels are the backbone of the U.S. offshore wind industry. Understanding the improvements needed for the nation’s port infrastructure, as well as ensuring the availability and capacity of vessels, will be critical over the next decade as more turbines are installed in U.S. waters. As the pipeline of projects continues to grow, the industry needs to come together to determine logistics to affordably and efficiently receive, transport, hold, and install turbine components.
Join us in New Orleans to discuss and learn about the many port and vessel business opportunities rapidly unfolding in the U.S. offshore wind energy industry.
The Port & Vessel Summit takes place September 27-28, with an opening reception the evening of September 26. The complete Summit Agenda is below.
Blue Moon Taphouse, 333 Waterside Dr #108, Norfolk, VA 23510
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It’s no secret that America’s aging ports need billions in new investments to scale up and meet the multiple demand of the U.S. offshore wind industry, including the federal goal of deploying 30 GW of offshore wind energy by 2030. New Jersey and New York have already invested hundreds of millions in their port infrastructure, but that option is not available to all. States must get creative with funding options from the federal government, private sector, or a public-private partnership. A panel of industry experts will discuss financing options for upgrading the nation’s port infrastructure.
During construction, and for decades after a wind farm is completed, a logistical supply chain is needed to help keep a wind farm operational. Vessels need repair, crews need replenishment, and equipment needs to be marshaled and stored. With seven turbines in operation, that support supply chain already exists. Yet as the U.S. offshore wind industry expands, what early lessons can be learned as the industry goes from installing and servicing seven turbines to over 2,000?
Wind turbine installation vessels (WTIVs), critical for the deployment of offshore wind farms, are in short supply. With a price tag in the mid-nine figures for U.S.- built WTIVs, financing a new build has proven difficult in the U.S. market and rising global demand threatens the availability of foreign-built vessels. Industry experts will debate whether new financing options (federal or state support), or new construction techniques and designs are the best solution to increase the cost-effectiveness of these critical vessels.
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Scaling up the U.S. offshore wind industry will require hundreds of vessels – but do America’s shipyards have the capacity to meet this demand? Experts from the nation’s leading shipyards will explore options for expanding capacity, including private and public funding.
Pressure is building on project developers to achieve a zero-emission supply chain, including ports and vessels. The market is already seeing hybrid and alternative fuel crew transfer vessels (CTVs) and service operation vessels (SOVs)and federal and state governments are unlocking funding to green port operations. A panel of industry experts will share an overview of what’s powering new vessels and what stakeholders will expect from ports to help achieve a net-zero supply chain.
Sponsored by Netsco
Two dozen East Coast ports. 27 wind projects. At least a dozen manufacturing centers in the U.S. alone. Lacking the massive ports of Europe, the U.S. industry will instead need to rely on a sophisticated logistical system to reach 30 GW in the next seven years. As the center of this effort will be America’s marshalling hubs. Experts will talk about the state of the marshalling hub industry, how they come to life, and what the business opportunities are for suppliers.
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Sessions will be taking place from 9:00 a.m. CST to noon on February 4.
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Feedering was first used as a system to utilize foreign-flagged wind turbine installation vessels (WTIVs) in U.S waters, but the realities of the U.S. port system may make their use the norm. A panel of industry leaders will share their views on the future of feedering and what the industry hopes to learn from the experiences of Vineyard Wind.
Remotely operated vessels (ROVs) and drones are expected to play a major role in offshore wind development, from surveying and construction to operations and maintenance. With the expected shortage of vessels to build out 30 GW of wind energy by 2030, can ROVs and drones fill the gaps? Industry experts will speak to the newest trends and cutting edge-technologies that will soon be servicing wind projects in the U.S.
Sponsored by Netsco
While the U.S. is just building out the port infrastructure needed for the first wave of fixed-bottom turbines, the industry must also look ahead and start planning ports to accommodate floating turbine technology needs. Floating offshore wind projects will require uniquely large areas for staging and marshaling. Panelists will identify and discuss lessons we can learn from Europe’s current floating offshore wind development.
While the U.S. is just building out the port infrastructure needed for the first wave of fixed-bottom turbines, the industry must also look ahead and start planning ports to accommodate floating turbine technology needs. Floating offshore wind projects will require uniquely large areas for staging and marshaling. Panelists will identify and discuss lessons we can learn from Europe’s current floating offshore wind development.
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This session will focus on the exciting opportunities for U.S. supply chain development, including ports and vessel needs, as large-scale floating offshore wind projects are planned and deployed in the coming years. In addition to an overview from an industry representative, Department of Energy (DOE) will provide details on its recently announced $6.85M “FLOWIN” prize, and the Business Network will explain how they are available, in partnership with DOE, to support prize competitors in building supply chain networks appropriate to their needs.
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
601 Loyola Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70113
The 2023 OSW Port & Vessel Summit will be held at the Hyatt Regency in New Orleans. The Network has secured a block of discounted rooms for Port & Vessel attendees. Click here to book your room at the discounted rate of $249/ night.
To inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Denielle Christensen or Maryanne Jefferson at the Business Network for Offshore Wind. Download our Sponsorship Opportunities PDF to learn more.
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