Ocean Winds has signed an Agreement for Lease with The Crown Estate for a floating offshore wind site in the Celtic Sea, marking a key step forward for the UK’s floating wind sector.
The project is the third site to be leased under Round 5, following Ocean Winds’ selection as a preferred bidder in November 2025. The development could be delivered in phases up to a total capacity of 1.5GW over the next decade, adding to the company’s growing UK pipeline.
Ocean Winds, the 50-50 joint venture between EDPR and ENGIE, is a global leader in floating offshore wind technology and already operates projects in the UK and internationally.
Adam Morrison, UK Country Manager at Ocean Winds, said the agreement demonstrates the company’s commitment to delivering commercial-scale floating wind, supporting energy security and net zero targets while creating local benefits.
Julia Rose, Head of Offshore Wind at The Crown Estate, described Round 5 as a major opportunity to establish floating wind at scale in the UK, supporting jobs and clean energy ambitions.
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