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Trump’s Offshore Wind Policy Disrupts US Maritime Industry, Report Reveals

American shipbuilders and port operators are experiencing significant financial strain following policy shifts against offshore wind development. Industry sources report canceled vessel orders and withdrawn federal grants totaling hundreds of millions of dollars, creating uncertainty for maritime investments nationwide.

Policy Shift Creates Ripple Effects Across Maritime Sector

U.S. shipbuilders and port operators are facing substantial economic challenges as a result of the Trump administration’s opposition to offshore wind development, according to recent reports. Industry sources indicate the policy stance has triggered canceled government funding, vanished vessel orders, and created uncertainty for billions in maritime infrastructure investments.

by Owen Holt
EnergyManufacturingTechnology

Offshore Wind Sector Demands Advanced Protective Coating Standards for Longevity

Offshore wind developers are pushing for new protective coating standards as existing protocols fall short for unmanned turbines in extreme marine environments. With maintenance windows limited by weather and costs reaching $350,000 daily, the industry requires coatings validated for 35-40 year lifespans rather than traditional 25-year benchmarks.

The Maintenance Challenge in Offshore Wind

As offshore wind energy expansion accelerates globally, industry analysts suggest the sector faces unique infrastructure protection challenges unlike traditional offshore operations. Unlike frequently inspected oil and gas platforms, offshore wind farms remain unmanned and inaccessible for extended periods, exposed to what reports describe as some of the world’s most aggressive marine conditions.

by Owen Holt
EnergyInnovationTechnology

China’s HiCloud Pioneers Offshore Wind-Powered Underwater Data Center, Aims for 500MW Expansion

HiCloud has inaugurated a demonstration underwater data center directly powered by offshore wind energy near Shanghai. The company, alongside partners, has signed an agreement to develop a 500MW subsea facility, marking a significant step in integrating digital and marine economies.

Offshore Wind-Powered Data Center Launched

Chinese firm HiCloud has launched a demonstration underwater data center that sources indicate is directly connected to an offshore wind farm. According to reports, the project, located off the coast of Shanghai near the Lingang Special Area, was inaugurated recently, with plans to scale subsea deployments to 500MW. The demonstration site is said to offer 2.3MW of data center capacity, though the exact location of the wind turbines remains undisclosed.

by Owen Holt