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Forth & Tay Offshore launches updated supply chain survey for 2026

Forth & Tay Offshore has launched an updated supply chain survey to refresh our understanding of offshore wind activity across the east coast and the wider Scottish supply chain. This new survey builds on the findings from our previous survey and also invites feedback on the services we provide and the types of support or information that would be most valuable to businesses across the sector.

We are aiming to build a comprehensive picture of companies that are active in, previously involved with or looking to enter the offshore wind industry. This includes organisations within the Forth and Tay region and across the rest of Scotland. The results will help us highlight capability, identify areas of opportunity, strengthen engagement across the cluster and continue promoting the east coast as a leading hub for offshore wind activity.

You do not need to be a Forth & Tay Offshore cluster member to take part. If you are not yet a member, we would be pleased to welcome you. Membership is free and open to all companies with an interest in offshore wind.

All responses will be treated confidentially and presented only in anonymised form.

Your input plays a vital role in shaping the support we provide to the supply chain. We encourage all relevant organisations to participate and help build the most accurate picture of Scotland’s offshore wind capability.

Access the survey here.

Congratulations to Neart na Gaoith (NnG) Offshore Wind Farm: Winner of the Outstanding Project Award

We’re thrilled to celebrate NnG’s success at the Scottish Green Energy Awards in Edinburgh last week where Scotland’s newest offshore wind farm was recognised for its outstanding contribution to the renewable energy sector.

Located 15.5km off the Fife coast in the Firth of Forth, NnG is jointly owned by EDF power solutions UK and ESB. With 54 Siemens Gamesa turbines generating up to 450MW of clean electricity, the project is now fully operational and capable of powering around 375,000 homes.

As a long-standing member of the Forth and Tay Offshore Wind Cluster Steering Group, NnG has been instrumental in driving collaboration, investment and sustainable growth across our region. This award win highlights the impact of collective effort in building a cleaner, greener energy system for generations to come.

Congratulations once again to the NnG team on this well-deserved recognition – a milestone for the project and for Scotland’s renewable energy journey.

Atlas Copco Rental Introduces 4.6Ti+ Steam Boiler for Emergency Applications

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Atlas Copco Rental UK and Ireland has bolstered its steam offering with the introduction of a 4.6Ti+ Steam Boiler, a robust solution designed to meet urgent steam needs with efficiency and minimal environmental impact. 

Tailored for industries requiring rapid response, the integrated unit offers powerful performance with a compact footprint, empowering customers to maintain operations without compromise.

The 4.6Ti+ Steam Boiler elevates Atlas Copco Rental’s commitment to sustainable and high-performance solutions. The unit’s integrated smoke economiser supports its 95% operating efficiency and its low NOx dual fuel burner, means it can operate on natural gas or oil. 

Furthermore, key operating data is continuously collected and analysed to inform operations. Such as through the Variable Speed Drive (VSD) burner, which adjusts fuel and air intake to match the load demand, and the O2 regulation system monitors flue-gas oxygen levels and controls the fan speed accordingly. This intelligent monitoring not only maximises fuel efficiency and lowers emissions but also enhances reliability by ensuring stable steam quality and predictive maintenance.

Utilising Atlas Copco Rental’s ‘plug and steam’ approach, the unit can be mobile or integrated, ensuring a quick turnaround to avoid costly downtime. Its three-pass boiler shell ensures pressure consistency (16 barg design pressure) and steam quality. 

Scottish Company Powers Clean Tech Breakthrough in Offshore Wind

Venterra’s £10 Million Investment Boosts UK Clean Tech Manufacturing and Job Creation

Venterra Group, the global offshore wind services company, has launched the UK’s first fully designed and built fleet of dual LiDAR buoys for offshore wind, marking a major milestone in clean tech innovation led from Scotland. The £10 million investment places Venterra’s metocean specialist, Partrac, founded in Glasgow, at the forefront of a new era in offshore wind technology.

Venterra’s V-Lidar fleet was developed by Partrac and engineered and built by Osbit at its new 3,350-square-metre facility at the Port of Blyth. The project brings together expertise from across Venterra’s group of companies and represents a significant step forward in the UK’s ambition to lead the global offshore wind supply chain.

 Sam Athey, Managing Director of Partrac, added: ““Partrac was founded in Glasgow and our Scottish roots have shaped our approach to innovation. Our experience in delivering metocean campaigns for some of the world’s largest offshore wind farms has informed every aspect of the V-LiDAR’s design. We’ve created a buoy that delivers the highest quality wind data, reduces deployment risks, and supports the bankability of offshore wind projects around the world.”

The V-Lidar buoys are designed to deliver real-time, high-frequency wind resource data with exceptional accuracy and reliability. With up to 20 months of operational endurance, they provide a robust and efficient solution for offshore wind developers, supporting project viability, financial due diligence, and faster consenting.

 Ed Daniels, CEO of Venterra Group, said: “This is a proud moment for the UK’s clean energy sector. With Partrac’s innovation and Osbit’s advanced engineering, we’re building world-class offshore wind technology that boosts jobs, skills and export potential. The V-LiDAR fleet is a testament to Britain’s engineering excellence and its role in powering our clean energy future.”

The Blyth facility is part of the North East Investment Zone, which is expected to unlock £3 billion in private sector investment and create 4,000 jobs across advanced manufacturing and clean energy sectors. The V-Lidar launch aligns with the UK Government’s “Build it in Britain” agenda and supports the Clean Energy Industries Sector Plan under the Modern Industrial Strategy.