BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 22. Azerbaijan continues
its activities aimed at expanding cooperation with international
partners in the field of offshore wind energy.
According to the State Agency for Renewable Energy Sources
(BOEMDA), Fagan Abdurahmanov, Deputy Director of BOEMDA,
participated as part of the Azerbaijani delegation in the "Global
Offshore Wind 2026" international conference held in Manchester,
UK, on June 16–17, 2026. The visit was organized with the support
of the British government and upon the invitation of the
embassy.
Within the framework of the conference, the delegation
participated in the exhibition and panel discussions held at the
Manchester Central Convention Complex, became acquainted with
numerous international companies operating in the offshore wind
energy sector, and held networking meetings.
During the visit, presentations were delivered specifically for
the Azerbaijani delegation by companies representing the UK
offshore wind energy supply chain—including GE Vernova, Tekmar,
Kinewell, Marsh UK, ABL Group (OWC), Ryse Energy, CM Energy
Services, Briggs Marine, Haskoning, Xlinks, ASCO World, JDR Cables,
Subsea7, Wood, and Worley.
Speaking at the event, Fagan Abdurahmanov delivered a
presentation titled "Azerbaijan's Renewable Energy Transition and
Vision 2030." The presentation provided extensive information on
the country's offshore wind energy potential, ongoing initiatives,
and international investment opportunities.
Following the conference, the delegation visited the "Gwynt y
Môr" and "Rhyl Flats" offshore wind farms owned by the RWE company
in Wales. As part of the program held at the Port of Mostyn, the
participants closely familiarized themselves with the offshore wind
farm management systems, offshore substations, and operational
processes.
It was noted that this visit holds significant importance in
terms of expanding international cooperation in the offshore wind
energy sector, studying advanced practices, and evaluating
potential investment opportunities.
