In February according to the AFR, the Commonwealth Minister for Energy might announce an offshore area open for public consultation. This means that the process for applying for feasibility licences will begin for offshore wind proponents like HunterNet members Oceanex Energy & Equinor and Blue Float & Energy Estate.
HunterNet is committed to connecting its members with future opportunities to supplying an offshore wind industry, headquartered in Newcastle. All members are encouraged to register their interest using the Supplier Form, link found here: https://novocastrianoffshorewind.com.au/
Offshore wind will need Hunter local expertise across a broad range of industries: marine services, coatings, metal fabrication, ecological studies and aerial surveys, pilots, HDD drilling services, moorings, anchors, high voltage equipment, vessel charter, stevedores, Aboriginal cultural heritage consultants, marine biologists and the list goes on.
In order to maximise opportunities for Hunter regional businesses, developers must know what you can do.
