Daily Korea Offshore Wind News

Vestas partners with Mokpo National Maritime University on offshore wind talent development

Vestas launched a long-term collaboration with Mokpo National Maritime University to cultivate offshore wind professionals, including joint education and research programs focused on offshore wind technologies.

Taean offshore wind power cluster conditionally designated; testing referenced in coverage

Multiple outlets report that the Taean offshore wind power cluster has been selected/conditionally designated, with updates linked to offshore wind testing. One report references a complex of up to 1.4GW off Taean’s coast.

Equinor’s Firefly floating offshore wind project: bid restriction reportedly reduced to two years

Electimes reports that Equinor’s Firefly floating offshore wind project had its bid restriction period shortened from five years to two years, with further testing and development referenced.

Ulsan hosts floating offshore wind forum focused on testing discussions

A floating offshore wind forum was held in Ulsan, bringing together industry stakeholders and experts. Discussions highlighted offshore wind testing.

Fisheries group calls for stronger acceptance-building around existing offshore wind projects

The National Federation of Fisheries stressed that existing offshore wind projects should secure fishermen’s acceptance, including gathering responses and opinions and exploring coexistence measures between fishing and offshore wind.

GS Entec highlights offshore wind substructure technology at Smart Energy Week 2026

GS Entec showcased offshore wind substructure technology at “Smart Energy Week 2026,” presenting technologies positioned as contributors to future offshore wind projects.