Offshore Wind Growth Partnership adds new director to its board

The Offshore Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP) has appointed Iain Sinclair to its board as a non-executive director.

Iain has over 20 years of experience in the renewable energy supply chain, most recently as the executive director of Global Energy Group, a major port operator and energy sector service company.

He replaces outgoing board member Richard Turner, whose term ends on July 29.

“I’m delighted to join the board of the Offshore Wind Growth Partnership and can’t wait to get stuck in at such an important moment for the development of the UK’s renewable energy sector," said Iain.

"Since joining Global Energy Group we’ve seen the Scottish Port of Nigg become a household name in offshore wind, securing major investments and supporting world-leading offshore wind projects including Seagreen and Moray West.

"I want to use this experience to drive OWGP’s strategy, supporting development throughout the UK, and helping companies across the country to share in this growth with innovative products and services.”

Anil Sayhan, OWGP programme director, said: “We are grateful to Richard Turner for his support and guidance as OWGP established itself as a key player in developing the offshore wind supply chain.

"We are delighted to welcome Iain Sinclair, whose wealth of experience in manufacturing, ports and other critical areas will be highly valued as OWGP takes its next steps to help UK companies scale.”

Tim Pick, OWGP chair, added: “It is great to have Iain on the OWGP Board. Iain joins us at a pivotal time for OWGP as we seek to align our programmes more closely with the recently published Industrial Growth Plan and roll out new initiatives such as our forthcoming Manufacturing Facility Support Programme."

OWGP is a long-term business transformation programme that was established as part of the UK Offshore Wind Sector Deal.

Its mission is to support a globally competitive offshore wind supply chain in the UK.