November 3, 2025No applications for construction of new wind farm in the North Sea

Netherlands
No applications for construction of new wind farm in the North Sea

The tender for a new 1 GW offshore wind farm in the North Sea closed without a single bid, marking a setback for the Netherlands’ energy policy. Rising costs and lower-than-expected electricity demand deterred investors, prompting the government to reconsider its strategy: subsidies are now expected to be reintroduced in future auctions to secure the development of the offshore wind sector.

October 30, 2025APPA Marina strengthens its Board of Directors and demands urgent measures to avoid missing the boat on offshore wind energy

Spain
APPA Marina strengthens its Board of Directors and demands urgent measures to avoid missing the boat on offshore wind energy

The Section warns of missed opportunities due to the lack of auctions and a stable and agile regulatory framework. Marine R&D suffered a serious setback when Royal Decree-Law 7/2025, which would have streamlined the process, was not ratified. Recent additions strengthen a more diverse and robust Board of Directors that aims to develop the various technologies that comprise marine energy in Spain.