Offshore Wind
We have extensive involvement in offshore wind ecological surveys. We have provided the benthic surveys for some of the world’s largest windfarms and then conducted the associated monitoring of these sites.
We also provide marine mammal mitigation, monitoring and advice through our fully qualified Marine Mammal Observers and experienced passive acoustic monitoring (PAM) operators. Our consultants in the offshore wind sector are also experts in their fields.
Comprehensive survey capabilities
Our expertise covers a wide range of survey types and techniques, including:
- Benthic Surveys: Comprehensive subtidal and intertidal surveys, including habitat mapping, water and sediment sampling, eDNA and advanced assessment of Annex I habitats (e.g., Sabellaria reefs and stony reefs).
- Predictive Habitat Modelling: Cutting-edge approaches combining geophysical data and seabed imagery to map sensitive habitats over large areas efficiently.
- Marine Mammal Monitoring and Mitigation: Fully qualified Marine Mammal Observers (MMOs) and experienced Passive Acoustic Monitoring (PAM) operators ensure compliance with marine mammal mitigation guidelines during construction and site investigation surveys.
A Trusted Partner for Offshore Wind Projects
Since our inception in 2014, we have supported many of the UK’s and Europe’s leading offshore wind developers, including:
- Ørsted, RWE, SPR, SSE, Vattenfall, Northland Power, Mainstream Renewable Power, Ocean Winds, Blue Gem Wind, Floventis, Floatation Energy, BlueFloat Energy and Falck Renewables.
Our collaborations extend to industry-leading geophysical survey contractors such as N-Sea, ROVCO, Fugro, Acteon / Terrasond and GeoXYZ, as well as prominent EIA consultancies like AECOM, ERM, Tetratech, Royal Haskoning, WSP, and Wood.
We’ve developed a reputation as the go-to provider for benthic ecology services, known for delivering robust data, innovative solutions, and actionable insights for complex projects.
Proven Experience Across All Stages of OWF Development
Our portfolio includes high-profile contributions to projects such as:
- Scotwind Projects: Design and implementation of benthic baseline surveys and subsequent data analysis, interpretation, and technical reporting and mapping for several proposed developments to date.
- Celtic Sea Floating Offshore Wind Projects: Comprehensive benthic characterisation surveys, bathymetric surveys, marine mammal mitigation and bird flight assessments.
- Hornsea Offshore Wind Farms (Ørsted): Multi-phase support, including characterisation and baseline benthic surveys, Annex I habitat mapping, herring spawning monitoring, and post-construction monitoring.
- Sofia Offshore Wind Farm (RWE): Advisory services and benthic monitoring plan development, alongside extensive pre-construction benthic surveys.

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We work extensively in the offshore wind sector
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