Innovate UK has announced it will award funding to support the development of a floating offshore wind platform for applications in the Celtic Sea.
The funding will be utilised to establish the Launchpad project, which will ensure a local supply chain for the development and deployment of the unique and flexible floating offshore wind platform – PelaFlex.
The £800,000 project will be led by Marine Power Systems, with Swansea University’s Department of Mechanical Engineering collaborating with Ledwood Mechanical Engineering, Tata Steel UK, ABP (Associated British Ports) Port Talbot, and the Port of Milford Haven.
The project aims to unblock the marine energy potential of South-West Wales by developing local supply chains and capitalising on local skills and expertise.
Graham Foster, Chief Technology Officer at Marine Power Systems, commented: “We are really excited to receive support through Innovate UK.
“With the…
