The UK’s latest offshore wind auction round stunned the European wind industry when the results were announced this month, with a record-breaking 8.4GW of new capacity awarded. This time on the Wind Power Podcast, we speak with two experts on UK offshore wind to discuss why the auction was so successful, how other markets are responding, and what the results could mean for the UK’s energy transition going forward. 

GE Vernova reported heavy full-year losses in its wind power segment in 2025, blaming weakness in turbine demand and persistent offshore challenges. 

A federal court has ruled that the 806MW Vineyard Wind 1 project can resume construction – marking the latest victory for the US offshore wind sector against the Trump administration.

Ten incomplete turbines at the partially constructed 806MW Vineyard Wind 1 offshore wind project create a possible “safety risk,” the developer warned in court documents.

Norwegian renewables giant Statkraft has appointed Tor Lønnum as its new finance chief following the recent resignation of his predecessor.

Australia has set a new timetable for its first auction to award power deals for 2GW of offshore wind capacity after delaying the round last year.