Offshore wind energy technology has been used internationally for decades and increasingly, more countries, including Australia, are turning to offshore wind to become a key part of their renewable energy mix.

The challenges for offshore wind are as unique as they are complex from constructability to grid connections to workforce to policy settings. A must-attend one-day event for anyone involved in the evolution of this new industry in the Australian context.

Call for submission – your opportunity to share your expertise with your industry

As the peak body for the Australian offshore wind industry, join us to delve into the next frontier of renewable energy in Australia, offshore wind.  Set to become the pinnacle offshore wind event in the country, the Australian Offshore Wind Industry Forum will bring together industry voices, political insights and global learnings to collectively steer and elevate this burgeoning industry and the Clean Energy Council is looking for speakers to share their insights alongside industry leaders and innovators. Whether your expertise lies in policy formulation, ports and supply chain development, community engagement, vessel manufacturing, operations, and maintenance, finance, and grid and system readiness, we want to hear from you.  Join us at the forefront of offshore wind energy in Australia to deepen your expertise, foster collaboration, and to contribute to the advancement of the industry.

More information on how to submit your proposal, see the official website here.

Australian Offshore Wind Industry Forum 2025 program themes

• Best practice environmental mitigations & considerations eg. including issues such as co-existence with other marine users and maximising shared infrastructure.
• Connecting offshore wind into the grids eg. managing system security, getting the market regulations fit for purpose
• Delivering end-to-end supply chains eg, local content manufacturing, logistical challenges, recycling and decommissioning
• Finance & contracts eg. contracting structures, case for investment,  technology cost curves
• First Nations partnerships eg. ways of working with traditional custodians for equitable use of sea-country
• Jobs & skills eg. upskilling and reskilling to build an offshore wind workforce this decade
• Policy perspectives eg. regulations and policy settings across state and federal government to enable an offshore market.
• The maritime sector eg. the role of ports, vessels and subsea technologies to support project delivery and operations
• Working with coastal communities & ocean users eg. community engagement practices and benefit sharing opportunities

Holland Home of Wind Energy (HHWE) activities in Australia

In 2025, we are aiming to participate in the Australia Wind Energy Exhibition & Conference in July, combined with a trade mission. This means there are no plans yet to join the Australian Offshore Wind Industry Forum with a Netherlands delegation. If you are interested in the Australian wind market and need help to enter the market, reach out to us, and together with the diplomatic network in Australia we can support you where needed!