Clients

Overview An international utility‑scale developer and owner/operator asked to strengthen their bid for a major northern European offshore wind farm. We delivered a operation maintenance and service review of their proposed operational strategy and a robust cost model. This challenged key assumptions and provided targeted recommendations to optimise long‑term operations.…

Overview For a feasibility license application for Australia leasing round - a project in Victoria, Australia, we assessed a project’s economic and environmental impact. The project supported Victoria’s offshore wind targets and the goal of net zero by 2050. We quantified the project's contribution to job creation and economic growth…

Overview The Government of the Philippines commissioned BVGA to develop a tool for a marine spatial plan in the Philippines. This was to guide the development of offshore wind as part of the energy transition. We led a consortium including DivinaLaw, Royal HaskoningDHV, and The Biodiversity Consultancy. The resulting tool lays…

Overview An owner-operator of onshore wind assets in France, was exploring bringing wind turbine operations and maintenance in-house. This would involve creating a new internal service unit to manage maintenance. We provided an independent, strategic assessment to inform the asset management strategy for this significant decision. Key challenges Evaluating the…

Overview An international energy utility sought to establish a new operational control centre for its growing portfolio of renewable energy assets. It need to use our technical knowledge and a structured, strategic approach to complex delivery. We guided the client from concept through procurement and into implementation,. We continue serve…

Overview The Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) wanted to help developers make more informed operational decisions. They asked us to produce a tool to evaluate offshore wind operation and maintenance strategies. We delivered a user-friendly value based decisions operations analysis model to prioritise offshore wind initiatives based on value. Key…

Overview An international renewable energy fund had acquired a local asset management company, as part of a wider acquisition. Before divestment, it planned to make this company a leading independent service provider for European renewable projects. To support this, we carried out a review of review of asset management capabilities…

Overview To secure seabed acreage in The Crown Estate’s Round 5 Leasing process, our client required an assessment of workforce requirements and regional capabilities. BVG Associates, supported by recruitment specialists Taylor Hopkinson, delivered this analysis. We mapped out the workforce needed across all major project phases. We identified recruitment bottlenecks…

Overview The states of Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut launched a joint memorandum, the 83C IV solicitation, of understanding to procure up to 6 GW of offshore wind. This required developers' proposals to meet both state-specific and shared regional objectives. Our client asked us to develop a proposal that addressed…

Overview Our clients project in the Irish Sea required robust socioeconomic data to support its consent application. We developed a tailored supply chain narrative and applied our in-house jobs model to assess job creation by an Irish Sea project. This used our client’s high-level cost data to forecast economic benefits…

Overview Our client was preparing a ScotWind bid. It needed expert support to strengthen its bid documentation and strategy. It asked us to draw on our offshore wind auction expertise, flexibility and proven track record of delivering high-quality submissions. We worked with the client team throughout the process. Together we…

Overview For a feasibility license application for Australia leasing round - a project in Victoria, Australia, we assessed a project’s economic and environmental impact. The project supported Victoria’s offshore wind targets and the goal of net zero by 2050. We quantified the project's contribution to job creation and economic growth…

Overview A US energy major aimed to enhance its bidding credit strategy ahead of the US North Carolina offshore wind lease auction. It wanted to ensure it received the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM)'s 20% bidding credit for committing to investments in workforce training or supply chain development. We…

Overview A global energy major engaged us to develop an auction strategy and competitor assessment for the a North Carolina auction for offshore wind. We were able to use our understanding of the North Carolina market and local stakeholders network. We led a team that included Power Advisory (focused on…

Overview Greenrock engaged us to explore the role of offshore wind in Bermuda's decarbonisation efforts. Previous studies identified offshore wind as a promising opportunity. They also highlighted significant uncertainty around the levelized cost of energy (LCOE). We built a robust, evidence-based understanding of project cost modelling for small scale projects…

Overview Having helped our client win multiple US offshore wind lease auctions, our client turned to us once again to explore the US Gulf of Mexico lease auction offshore wind market. The Gulf presents distinct technical and commercial challenges. These include unique site conditions and limited offtake options. We led…

Overview The Government of Taiwan aimed to maximise cost-efficiency and local economic benefit of offshore wind (OSW) expansion. To support this goal, the Metal Industries Research and Development Centre and the Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research asked us to provide in-depth cost and policy analysis. We conducted a Taiwan detailed…

Overview To support supply chain investment as part of its Celtic Sea (Round 5) offshore wind leasing round, The Crown Estate needed to establish a rational basis for the long term Celtic Sea offshore wind capacity. This ambition would give developers, ports, and industry stakeholders confidence to invest. The technical…

Overview A US-based developer had ambitions to develop nearshore leadership using a small, nearshore wind farm in state waters using marinized onshore turbines. It needed to negotiate a seabed lease with a State and repurpose oil and gas infrastructure. We were asked to evaluate the technical and commercial viability of…

Overview To secure seabed acreage in The Crown Estate’s Round 5 Leasing process, our client required an assessment of workforce requirements and regional capabilities. BVG Associates, supported by recruitment specialists Taylor Hopkinson, delivered this analysis. We mapped out the workforce needed across all major project phases. We identified recruitment bottlenecks…

Overview Our client required a detailed assessment of the Celtic Sea supply chain in the south west of the UK to support its Celtic Sea bid. It needed to make robust, data-driven supply chain commitments to meet regulatory and stakeholder expectations. We used our supply chain expertise and proven economic…

Overview A major European manufacturer was facing declining demand from the oil and gas sector due to competition from Southeast Asia. It turned to BVG Associates deliver a study of offshore wind foundations by evaluating the outlook for the global market. The client sought to understand if offshore wind might…

Overview A leading European floating offshore wind developer asked us for insight into the floating foundation supply chain. The focus of this floating supply chain strategy was on overcoming the challenges of scaling from pre-commercial to commercial deployment. With floating sites in France and California, the client needed insight to…

Overview Our client wanted to assess the best UK location for a new offshore wind blade factory to serve domestic and export markets. We undertook a three-part UK facility location analysis to guide location selection. This focussed on workforce availability, demand forecasting, and economic impact. Our UK facility location analysis…

Overview Our client wanted to develop an offshore wind farm in Polish waters. To support development and meet regulatory requirements, we it needed an offshore wind Polish supply chain plan. Working with Polish consultancy WiseEuropa, we combined global insight with local intelligence for our client. We helped build relationships, ,…

Overview A global energy company partnered with us to shape a long-term offshore wind market entry strategy. This was to envision project operations extending to 2075. We applied clear, creative thinking with rigorous analysis and frank, collaborative dialogue. Using a mix of thought experiments, cost modelling, and cross-sector insight, we…

Overview A major global wind turbine manufacturer wanted us to provide input into its offshore wind product strategy. The client needed help to steer product decisions, identify differentiation, and flag competitive threats. Through research and workshops, we helped shape a technology roadmap to support global ambitions. Key challenges Anticipating future…

Overview Our client commissioned us to deliver a floating market assessment. This was to  show potential investors the commercial opportunities of floating offshore wind. We provided insights across 13 countries, detailing growth, market readiness and our client’s likely market share. The report was central to the client’s investor engagement and…

Overview Milford Haven Port Authority (MHPA) wanted to redevelop the Pembroke Dock area to become hub for floating offshore wind. We partnered with MHPA to gain support from the Floating Offshore Wind Manufacturing Investment Scheme. Our work focused on analysing the floating wind market and building a robust port business…

Overview Swire Energy Services (SES) wanted to diversify from oil and gas into offshore wind maintenance services market. strategic pivot requiring clear direction, market insight, and a compelling business case. To guide this major transformation, SES partnered with for their offshore wind market entry strategy. We helped SES develop a…

Overview An international utility‑scale developer and owner/operator asked to strengthen their bid for a major northern European offshore wind farm. We delivered a operation maintenance and service review of their proposed operational strategy and a robust cost model. This challenged key assumptions and provided targeted recommendations to optimise long‑term operations.…

Overview Drumlin Wind Energy Co-op was in the final investment decision stage for the repowering of three single turbines in Northern Ireland. The owners had provisionally selected the EWT DW54 to 250 turbine to replace the existing WTN250 turbines. We wrote a due diligence on EWT report that highlighted risks…

Overview Our client was considering the acquisition of an offshore wind subsea survey company. It asked us to provide an understanding of the subsea survey market and the competitive position of the acquisition target. Our investment due diligence ​included undertaking a deep dive on all relevant service lines. This covered…

Overview Our client originates and invests in offshore wind projects. It was looking to set up a joint venture (JV) to develop a floating offshore wind project in the Celtic Sea. It asked BVGA to carry out due diligence on potential joint venture partners. We held workshops with the client…

Overview The National Composites Centre was developing designs for composite alternatives to steel and cast iron components. It sought technical direction in a range of areas. We provided third party due diligence than included feedback on design bases and educated its team in relevant considerations and design drivers. We introduced…

Overview Our client was looking to invest in a blade inspection and repair business. We undertook a market analysis market, a competitor analysis, and a competency analysis. This supported the valuation and bidding strategy elements of this acquisition due diligence This included interpretation and commentary around the dynamics in the…

Overview An owner-operator of onshore wind assets in France, was exploring bringing wind turbine operations and maintenance in-house. This would involve creating a new internal service unit to manage maintenance. We provided an independent, strategic assessment to inform the asset management strategy for this significant decision. Key challenges Evaluating the…

Overview An international energy utility sought to establish a new operational control centre for its growing portfolio of renewable energy assets. It need to use our technical knowledge and a structured, strategic approach to complex delivery. We guided the client from concept through procurement and into implementation,. We continue serve…

Overview The Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) wanted to help developers make more informed operational decisions. They asked us to produce a tool to evaluate offshore wind operation and maintenance strategies. We delivered a user-friendly value based decisions operations analysis model to prioritise offshore wind initiatives based on value. Key…

Overview An international renewable energy fund had acquired a local asset management company, as part of a wider acquisition. Before divestment, it planned to make this company a leading independent service provider for European renewable projects. To support this, we carried out a review of review of asset management capabilities…