Floating wind platform developer Gazelle Wind Power has taken a controlling stake in Spanish naval architect and marine consulting firm Faustino Carceller.
Faustino Carceller will continue to operate as an independent subsidiary of Gazelle while remaining focused on the commercial fishing, marine, and shipping industries.
As part of this transaction, Pablo Carceller has been appointed CEO and Director of Faustino Carceller, while the Carceller family remains an important shareholder in the company.
Gazelle’s shipbuilding approach for construction creates synergies for both companies, making this acquisition a practical fit to help the company accelerate the technical development of its floating offshore wind platform.
“Faustino Carceller’s impeccable reputation, knowledge, and experience have established it as one of the premier naval architecture, engineering, and consulting companies in Spain over the last 35 years; their expertise in the marine market will be key for Gazelle as we transition into an exciting new phase of development for both our company and the offshore wind industry,” said Gazelle CEO, Jon Salazar.
“Through Faustino Carceller’s team of top-tier technical personnel, Gazelle is better positioned to accelerate engineering processes, project development, R&D, and overall innovation activity.”
Faustino Carceller CEO Pablo Carceller added: “This agreement allows us to continue servicing the needs of shipowners and shipyards to the highest ability-while giving us and our customers a pathway into the burgeoning offshore wind market.
“Gazelle’s unique offshore platform technology works in harmony with fishing corridors, making this partnership an ideal fit for both companies.”