Qair has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Etermar Energia aimed at future offshore wind projects in the Iberian Peninsula.
The document was signed during a visit by Etermar Energia to Eolmed, Qair’s 30MW floating offshore wind project under construction in Port-La Nouvelle, France.
With this agreement, Etermar Energia and Qair are joining forces around a “mutual strategic ambition to become key players in the rapidly expanding global floating offshore wind market”.
It reflects the parties’ shared interest in collaborating on the construction and operation of floating offshore wind farms within the Portuguese Maritime Spatial Planning Plan (PSOEM) zones and other geographically proximate QRI projects.
The MoU spans component stockpiling, foundation manufacturing, logistical support, and operation and maintenance (O&M) services and Qair’s expertise in renewable energy project development, gained as a pioneer with Eolmed.
“This partnership with Qair marks a significant step in our commitment to advancing floating offshore wind energy in the Iberian Peninsula,” said Luis Machado (pictured right), Etermar Energia’s executive director.
“We are eager to leverage our expertise and resources to contribute to the growth of sustainable energy solutions.
“This MoU demonstrates the market’s confidence in Etermar Energia and our vision for the future of offshore wind,” he added.
Inigo Viani (left), general manager of Qair Renewables Iberica, said: “Collaborating with Etermar Energia aligns with Qair’s multi-local strategy based, which aims to guarantee a local content approach.
“Offshore wind projects are more than renewable energy projects, they are socioeconomical proposals by themselves, and our goal is to benefit as much as possible the regions where we will be operating.”
Etermar has over five decades of experience in constructing and installing floating structures-using both steel and concrete-and has extensive port facilities in Setubal, Portugal.
The company is set to establish a floating foundation manufacturing facility at its premises to serve European and global markets, further positioning itself as a competitive provider with solutions across various technologies.
Over 30 years ago, Qair’s team began involvement in delivering wind and solar energy.
Guided by a comprehensive end-to-end approach, Qair continues to innovate by exploring diverse technologies to harness the full potential of natural resources.