Oceaneering Secures Grant for Offshore Wind Cable Qualification Projects
Oceaneering’s Rosyth, Scotland, umbilical and cable manufacturing facility has received grant funding from Scottish Enterprise (SE) to support its floating offshore wind dynamic cable qualification projects. This grant will enable Oceaneering to further its research and development efforts in the renewable energy sector.
The initial project will utilize the existing manufacturing equipment at the Rosyth facility for the first phase of research and development. Once the product is designed and certified, Oceaneering plans to invest in new equipment and machinery to enhance project capacity.
Suzanne Sosna, Director for Energy Transition at SE, expressed enthusiasm about Scotland’s role in the energy transition and the potential economic benefits it can bring. She emphasized SE’s vision for Scotland to become a global hub for offshore wind excellence, with world-leading supply chains in terms of value, competitiveness, and service.
She stated, “We are committed to driving technology innovation, enhancing supply chain capabilities, and attracting investment in manufacturing and critical infrastructure. Oceaneering exemplifies the type of company that embodies this ambition.”
Established in 1999, Oceaneering’s Rosyth manufacturing facility has been a key player in providing subsea communication, power, and hydraulic umbilicals to both fixed and floating offshore oil and gas facilities. With this grant funding, Oceaneering is poised to expand its capabilities in the renewable energy sector and contribute to Scotland’s growing reputation as a leader in offshore wind technology.