OWGP begins market screening for CIB-compliant projects

The Offshore Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP) has commenced market engagements to identify supply chain investment projects that may qualify for funding under the Contracts for Difference (CfD) Clean Industry Bonus (CIB) scheme. The screening will improve OWGP’s understanding of the nature and volume of qualifying investment opportunities with the aim of strengthening the UK’s […]
OWGP awards twelve companies a share of £3m and announces a further £2m in scale up funding

The Offshore Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP) has launched a new £2 million Development Grant competition and announced a combined £3 million in funding awarded to 12 companies from their 2024 funding calls. OWGP’s Development Grant programme aims to support UK supply chain companies to scale up, significantly strengthening the country’s position in the global offshore […]
£20 million investment boost for subsea cable manufacturing company XLCC

The Scottish National Investment Bank has committed £20 million to support subsea cable manufacturing company XLCC, who is developing a cutting-edge production facility at the former Hunterston Terminal in Ayrshire. Upon completion, the plant will generate around 900 jobs, including over 200 apprenticeships, significantly boosting local employment. Designed to produce thousands of kilometers of high-voltage […]
Wind power tops UK’s energy mix in 2024

Wind power became the UK’s leading source of electricity generation in 2024, accounting for 30% of the total energy output, and surpassing all other sources for the first time, according to the National Energy System Operator (NESO). Renewable energy sources collectively produced more than half of the nation’s electricity for all four quarters of […]
Spotlight on the UK Offshore Wind Supply Chain: Minister announces new IGP Delivery Body

Energy Minister Michael Shanks has announced that the Offshore Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP) will become the new Delivery Body for the offshore wind sector’s Industrial Growth Plan (IGP). The Offshore Wind Industry Council’s (OWIC) decision to designate OWGP as the new Delivery Body aims to boost investment into the UK supply chain, aligned with […]
OWGP publishes inaugural Annual Report

The Offshore Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP) is pleased to announce the release of its first Annual Report. This comprehensive publication offers an in-depth overview of our mission, delivery model, and key activities over the past year. It provides valuable insights into the progress made, the impact of our initiatives, and the role OWGP plays […]
UK Government introduces Clean Industry Bonus to boost offshore wind investments

The UK Government has introduced the Clean Industry Bonus (CIB), a new initiative to encourage developers to make offshore wind investments in key industrial regions, coastal communities, and oil and gas hubs. Announced at COP by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the initiative aims to strengthen Britain’s clean energy leadership while driving economic growth. The […]
New opportunity for ambitious UK companies targeting offshore renewables success

Applications open for sponsored places on the F4OR programme for offshore wind tender readiness UK businesses targeting entry or expansion in the burgeoning offshore renewables sector can apply for the national Fit For Offshore Renewables (F4OR) programme, run by the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult. The Offshore Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP) will sponsor a national […]
OWGP’s WEST programme shortlisted for Global Offshore Wind Awards 2024

The Offshore Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP’s) Wind Expert Support Toolkit (WEST) programme has been shortlisted as a nominee for the Supply Chain Impact Award at the 2024 Global Offshore Wind Awards. This award celebrates initiatives that have made significant strides in advancing and developing the offshore wind supply chain. The WEST programme offers tailored, […]
OWGP launches new £2m support programme for UK manufacturing facilities

OWGP launches new Manufacturing Facility Support Programme £2m available to address the offshore wind industry’s manufacturing priorities Programme should unlock capital investment in new facilities or facility expansion The Offshore Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP) has launched its new Manufacturing Facility Support Programme (MFSP), targeted at unlocking investments and provide support for UK manufacturing facilities that […]