Q ENERGY France has signed two memoranda of understanding with Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) and innovation agency The PIER as it advances through Nova Scotia’s pre-qualification process for offshore wind seabed licences, the company said.
The partnerships will focus on workforce development, applied research and sector-wide collaboration, as the province moves to establish an offshore wind industry aimed at delivering local economic benefits while aligning with global best practices.
“To deliver on offshore wind’s promise, it’s essential to work hand in hand with educational, research, and industry partners right here in Nova Scotia,” said Junu Lee, chief executive of Q ENERGY France.
Under the agreement with NSCC, the parties will collaborate on workforce training for marine operations and offshore wind maintenance, alongside applied research initiatives through the college’s SEATAC facilities and sector engagement with Marine Renewables Canada.
“NSCC is proud to collaborate with Q ENERGY as Nova Scotia advances its emerging offshore wind sector,” said Don Bureaux, president of NSCC. “By bringing together Q ENERGY’s global expertise and NSCC’s strengths in applied research, training and sector collaboration, we are helping to build the foundation for a clean-energy future that benefits communities across Nova Scotia.”
Q ENERGY will also work with The PIER on innovation programmes, supply chain readiness and the development of digital solutions to support transparency and collaboration across the sector.
“Supply chain innovation is critical for success,” said Mike Davie, vice president of operations, sustainability and technology at the Halifax Port Authority. “We look forward to working with our innovators and partners as we tap our experienced and globally-connected network to support this exciting step in Nova Scotia’s offshore wind energy development.”
The agreements follow Q ENERGY France’s decision to enter Nova Scotia’s pre-qualification phase alongside sister company Hanwha Ocean and form part of Hanwha Group’s broader engagement in Canada.
Q ENERGY said its 25 years of renewable energy experience, combined with access to Hanwha’s industrial and technological capabilities, positions the group to support Canada’s clean energy transition.
