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Beam

August 7, 2024

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Rovco Joins Global Wind Energy Council

Rovco Joins Global Wind Energy Council to Boost Offshore Wind Innovation

We are excited to announce that we have joined the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC). This membership brings Rovco into a network of over 1,500 companies across 80 countries, all working to improve global wind power policies.

Enhancing Offshore Wind Ecosystem

GWEC represents the full offshore wind ecosystem and aims to include more SMEs across the supply chain. As a British scale-up, Rovco will share its expertise in AI and automation technologies, proven to reduce costs and improve efficiencies in offshore wind farms. This knowledge is vital for emerging markets and advancing technologies like floating offshore wind.

Global Growth and New Partnerships

With offices in the UK, US, and Europe, Rovco is expanding globally. By the end of 2025, the company plans to hire 200 new employees worldwide, including key roles in the US and Asia. New offices are also set to open across Europe and Asia to support recent agreements with industry leaders like Ørsted.

Brian Allen, CEO of Rovco, said, “We’re delighted to have joined GWEC. It’s a pivotal time for offshore wind and the need for industry collaboration is stronger than ever. Whether working towards capacity targets in established markets like the UK, or accelerating promising markets like Japan and South Korea, AI technologies and automation will have a pivotal role to play. We look forward to working with industry leaders and innovators across global markets in our shared goal of helping wind power reach its full potential.”

Stewart Mullin, Chief Industry Officer of GWEC, said, “GWEC is delighted to welcome Rovco to our membership. The global wind industry is growing and expanding into new markets throughout this decade. Being able to call on the expertise of Rovco provides valuable insight to support our work driving offshore wind, and floating offshore wind, forward as the foundation of the energy transition. Wind energy can deliver new industry alongside clean and secure energy. We look forward to working with Rovco to ensure offshore wind fulfils its potential in a confident green world.” 

Shaping the Future of Wind Power

Rovco’s GWEC membership highlights the importance of collaboration and innovation in the offshore wind industry. By leveraging its AI and automation technologies, Rovco aims to make wind power more efficient and cost-effective, supporting the global push for renewable energy.