The Scottish Green Energy Supply Chain Awards have taken place in Aberdeen, celebrating nine outstanding winners who have made significant contributions to Scotland’s thriving renewable energy sector.
Organised by trade body Scottish Renewables, the awards highlight the innovation, commitment and leadership within Scotland’s renewable energy supply chain.
From a shortlist of 44 finalists, this year’s winners showcase the cutting-edge excellence that drives Scotland’s world-leading renewable energy industry.
Verlume, a world leader in subsea energy management and energy storage technology, took home the Outstanding SME Award.
Renewable Parts, which refurbishes, repurposes and recirculates wind turbine components, received the Green Energy Skills Award for its leadership in training the next generation of energy professionals, offering apprenticeships and work experience to nurture young talent.
Cairn Risk, a risk and safety management specialist, was recognised with the Green Business Growth Award for its ambitious local and international expansion which has seen more than 20 people employed across the UK, 90+ projects secured worth £4.5m and operations extended to 13 countries across six continents.
Peterson Energy Logistics, a world-leading energy logistics company, took home the Technology & Business Innovation Award for its ‘Lighthouse’ software, which has revolutionised the logistics supply chain, delivering significant cost savings and reducing CO2 emissions by 8,915 tonnes.
Fred. Olsen Renewables, a developer, owner, and operator in renewable energy, was the winner of the Supply Chain Development Award for maximising Scottish content in renewable projects, securing £920m in contracts and creating 866 jobs.
RES picked up the Diversity and Culture Award; ECO Hire the Sustainable Supplier Award; Montrose Port Authority the Best Practice Award; and Offshore Wind O&M Partnership took the Collaboration in Action Award.
A special commendation was given to Forth Ports, a finalist in the Green Business Growth Award, for its commitment to the industry including its £150m+ renewables growth plan, its investment in Scotland’s first offshore wind facility in Dundee and its forthcoming renewable energy hub in Leith.
Claire Mack (pictured), chief executive of Scottish Renewables, said: “The Scottish Green Energy Supply Chain Awards are proud to support the nimble, agile, ambitious and innovative businesses, organisations and SMEs undaunted by the opportunity to deliver our new energy system.
“Hundreds of supply chain businesses are bringing their expertise across to the renewable energy industry while pushing new skills initiatives to grow, recruit and retain the people we will need in the future.
“The supply chain is a critical part of the vision we have for Scotland and the UK and I have been truly blown away by the ground-breaking work of this year’s finalists.
“Congratulations go to all off this year’s nominees, and of course the winners.”