Daily Korea Offshore Wind News

Dadepo offshore wind (KRW 1.4tn impact) delayed amid licensing hurdles

The Dadepo offshore wind project—reported to have an economic impact of KRW 1.4 trillion—is facing delays due to multiple hurdles in the licensing process. The article underscores the importance of sustained progress in renewable energy development despite permitting complexity.

Vestas and Mokpo National Maritime University launch offshore wind talent development partnership

Vestas has initiated a collaboration with Mokpo National Maritime University to develop a long-term offshore wind talent training program. The partnership plans to jointly operate education and research activities focused on offshore wind technologies, aiming to strengthen the sector’s professional workforce.

Ulsan floating offshore wind forum highlights offshore wind testing discussions

A floating offshore wind forum was held in Ulsan, bringing together industry stakeholders and experts. Discussions focused on offshore wind testing and related considerations for advancing floating offshore wind development.

Fisheries group calls for stronger acceptance process for existing offshore wind projects

The National Federation of Fisheries stated that existing offshore wind projects must secure acceptance from fishermen. The article highlights the need to gather fishermen’s responses and opinions and to explore coexistence measures between fishing activities and offshore wind development.

Taean offshore wind cluster conditionally designated; testing-focused development moves forward

Coverage this week reports the conditional designation/selection of the Taean offshore wind power cluster (including references to offshore wind testing and an indicated capacity of up to 1.4GW in related reporting). Articles describe the designation as a milestone and focus on progress linked to testing and implementation steps.

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

GS Entec showcased offshore wind substructure technology at “Smart Energy Week 2026,” presenting innovations positioned as supportive of future offshore wind projects. The article frames the technology as relevant to advancing offshore wind industry capabilities.