The increasing demand for renewable energy sources and the need to decarbonize the power sector are driving the growth of the floating wind power market. Floating wind power offers the potential to harness wind energy in deeper waters where fixed-bottom turbines are not feasible, thus expanding the geographical reach of offshore wind energy projects. Additionally, technological advancements and cost reductions in floating wind power technology are further fueling market growth.
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Report Coverage | Details |
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Segments Covered | Water Depth, Turbine Capacity |
Regions Covered | • North America (United States, Canada, Mexico) • Europe (Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe) • Asia Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, India, Australia, Rest of APAC) • Latin America (Argentina, Brazil, Rest of South America) • Middle East & Africa (GCC, South Africa, Rest of MEA) |
Company Profiled | General Electric, Vestas, Siemens Gamesa, Goldwind, Shanghai Electric Wind Power Equipment Co., ABB, Doosan Heavy Industries and Construction, Hitachi, Nordex SE, EEW, Nexans, DEME, Ming Yang Smart Energy Group Co, China), Envision, Rockwell Automation, Hyundai Motor Group, Schneider Electric, Zhejiang Windey Co.(China), Taiyuan Heavy Industry Co., Sinovel(China) |
However, the high upfront costs associated with deploying floating wind power projects remain a major restraint for market growth. The initial investment required for developing floating wind farms can be significantly higher than traditional fixed-bottom offshore wind projects, posing a barrier to widespread adoption. Additionally, regulatory challenges and permitting issues in certain regions can also hinder the growth of the floating wind power market.