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ARB Wind establishes new Glenrothes headquarters as growth continues across UK wind sector
ARB Wind has opened a new head office in Glenrothes, marking the latest stage in the company’s growth as it expands its support for wind farm owners and operators across the UK.
The move sees the Fife-based business establish a larger operational base to support its growing workforce and increasing portfolio of work across both offshore and onshore wind projects.
Part of the Briggs Marine Group since 2021, ARB Wind has evolved from its foundations in statutory inspection services into a specialist provider of asset integrity and technical services, supporting wind assets throughout their operational lifecycle.
Today, the company works with asset owners, operators and principal contractors across the renewable energy sector, delivering services ranging from inspection, maintenance and repair through to balance of plant support, technical resource provision and client representation.
The new headquarters at Scotia House in Glenrothes will provide a central hub for the company’s engineering, commercial and operational teams, complementing its presence in Burntisland and Montrose, and strengthening its ability to support projects throughout Scotland and the wider UK.
The investment reflects continued growth in demand for specialist expertise as the UK’s wind fleet matures and asset owners increasingly focus on maximising performance, reliability and long-term asset value.
Arran Bell, Managing Director of ARB Wind, said:
“Opening our new head office in Glenrothes is an important step for ARB WIND and gives us a strong base for the next stage of the company’s growth.
“As the wind industry continues to mature, there is an increasing need for specialist partners who can support assets throughout their operational life, ensuring they remain safe, reliable and productive.”
“Since joining the Briggs Marine Group, we have continued to broaden our capabilities, grow our team and expand the range of technical services we provide to clients across both offshore and onshore wind.”
“Glenrothes gives us a fantastic base from which to continue that journey. As a business with strong roots in Fife, it was important that our growth continued to deliver investment within the local area while allowing us to support projects throughout the UK.”
ARB Wind’s continued expansion comes at a time when policymakers and developers are placing increased emphasis on local content and supply chain capability, with businesses across Scotland playing an increasingly important role in supporting the delivery and long-term operation of renewable energy infrastructure.
From its bases in Glenrothes, Burntisland and Montrose, ARB Wind now supports projects throughout the UK, providing specialist asset integrity and technical services that help owners and operators maintain critical renewable energy assets safely and efficiently.
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About ARB Wind
ARB Wind is a specialist provider of Asset Integrity & Technical Services to the wind industry. Supporting both offshore and onshore wind assets throughout their operational lifecycle, the company delivers above-waterline integrity services, balance of plant support, statutory inspection services and technical resource solutions to clients across the UK. ARB Wind became part of the Briggs Marine Group in 2021 and operates from offices in Glenrothes, Burntisland and Montrose
Website: www.arbwind.co.uk
Jan De Nul - Supply Chain Engagement Opportunity
Scottish Enterprise and Scottish Development International are working with Jan De Nul, a leading international offshore energy and marine infrastructure contractor, to scope Scottish supply chain capabilities across a number of products and services for future offshore energy projects. Scottish companies with relevant experience and capabilities are invited to register their interest using the online form linked below.
Following the registration process, Jan De Nul will review all submissions and identify companies whose capabilities best align with Jan De Nul’s requirements. Selected companies will be invited to participate in follow-up discussions.
The areas of interest are:
- Cable Protection Systems (CPS)
- Sea-bed intervention - Controlled flow excavation, ploughing (boulder clearance, not trenching), boulder grabbing
- Landfall works
- Horizontal Directional Drilling
- Marshalling harbour activities - Foundations storage, RORO activities, heavy lift load in/out (shore crane based), heavy duty quays, cable storage
- Crew Transfer Operations - Either CTV’s or W2W depending on the offshore location of the project site
- Grouting applications
Please complete this online form to sign up: Jan de Nul - Supply Chain Opportunities – Fill in form
Deadline: September 30th
If you have any queries, please contact Adam Swainbank @ Scottish Enterprise – adam.swainbank@scotent.co.uk
SWIFT: Scottish Wind Innovation for the Forth and Tay
After a year of collaboration, consultation and development, we are proud to announce a new identity for our Place-Based Impact Accelerator on Offshore Wind:
Scottish Wind Innovation for the Forth and Tay, or SWIFT.
Funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), SWIFT brings together the The University of Edinburgh, the University of Dundee and the Forth & Tay Offshore industry cluster.
Together, we are connecting world-class research and expertise with industry needs to accelerate offshore wind technology and innovation across the east coast of Scotland.
This is just the beginning. Follow SWIFT for:
• New funding opportunities
• Free online masterclasses
• Project news and insights
• Industry and academic networking events
• Opportunities to collaborate and get involved
There is much more to come, so watch this space!
Offshore Wind Networking at the Angus Training Group Open Day
As Scotland’s offshore wind sector continues to grow, building the right skills pipeline and industry connections has never been more important.
Join us at the Angus Training Group Open Day on 1 September (09:30–13:00) in Arbroath for a business-focused event bringing together employers, industry partners, and offshore wind colleagues from across the region.
Alongside seeing ATG’s training facilities and learning about apprenticeships, funding support and workforce development opportunities, the event offers an excellent chance to network with other businesses involved in the offshore wind supply chain, discuss shared skills challenges, and make new industry connections.
You’ll also hear about ATG’s Wind Turbine Training Programme and how emerging talent is being prepared for careers in renewable energy.
Whether you’re looking to recruit, upskill your workforce, or connect with others supporting Scotland’s offshore wind ambitions, we encourage you to attend.
Apollo moves PALM QCS closer to commercial deployment promising potential through-life savings of £120m in a GW-scale floating wind farm
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HIGHLIGHTS:
- Tech delivers potential through-life savings of £120m in a gigawatt-scale floating OWF
- The PALM QCS simplifies the connection & disconnection of dynamic cables from floating wind turbines, without the need for specialist vessels, divers, or personnel transfer.
- Dynamic cable reconnection achieved in 5.5 hours, compared with marine operations that can take several days
Leading energy advisory and engineering consultancy, Apollo, has received Approval in Principle (Level 2) from Bureau Veritas for its PALM Quick Connection System (QCS), marking a significant step towards commercial deployment in floating offshore wind.
The milestone follows a 12-month full-scale FEED study of the system, funded by the Offshore Wind Growth Partnership and Wave Energy Scotland.
The certification confirms the PALM QCS has been independently reviewed against recognised industry standards and can now progress towards full technical qualification and Type Approval.
The PALM QCS is designed to simplify the connection and disconnection of dynamic cables from floating wind turbines, without the need for specialist vessels, divers, or personnel transfer.
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