From Fjords to the Pacific: The Rising Tide of Norwegian Solutions in Japanese Offshore Wind [Save the date]

In connection with the visit of Special Adviser Taro Hattori to Ålesund, GCE Blue Maritime Cluster and Innovation Norway are organising a business lunch for cluster companies interested in offshore wind opportunities in Japan.

1. 12:30 - 12:40 Opening and Introduction (10 min) by Pierre-san

-Welcome remarks

-Objectives of the roundtable

-Introduction of speakers and participating organizations

2. 12:40 - 12:50 Current Status of Offshore Wind Development in Japan (10 min) Hattori-san

-Japan’s offshore wind policy framework and national targets

-Current project landscape:

-Fixed-bottom and floating offshore wind developments

3. 12:50 - 13:00Technologies required for Japanese Offshore Wind Market (10 min)

-Focus on future technical demand

-Market and industry perspective

4. 13:00 - 13:10 Innovation Norway: Support Framework and Case Studies (10 min)

-Explanation about support scheme

-Introduce about Case studies

5. 13:10 - 13:50 Presentations by Participating Norwegian Companies (40 min)

Short company pitches (7-10 minutes each)

6. 13:50 - 14:20 Q&A and Open Discussion (30 min)

Lunch and Japanese snacks will be provided