Offshore wind ports and vessels are crucial for the development, construction, operation, and maintenance of offshore wind farms. Key elements include port infrastructure like heavy lift quays, deep-water berths, storage areas, and assembly yards for turbine components (blades, nacelles, towers). Vessel types are diverse, encompassing wind turbine installation vessels (WTIVs) or jack-up vessels, capable of lifting and installing turbines at sea; crew transfer vessels (CTVs) or fast crew boats for transporting personnel to and from the wind farms; service operation vessels (SOVs) acting as floating accommodation and maintenance platforms; cable laying vessels for subsea cable installation and repair; survey vessels for site assessment and seabed mapping; guard vessels for site security; and tugboats for maneuvering and assisting larger vessels. Port operations involve logistics, crane operations, heavy cargo handling, and supply chain management. Vessel operations require specialized navigation, dynamic positioning systems, offshore lifting expertise, and adherence to stringent safety regulations. 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Offshore Wind Ports and Vessels Course

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Offshore Wind Ports and Vessels Course

The Offshore Wind Port and Vessels Training Course provides a comprehensive understanding of the port and vessel operations within the offshore wind industry. This course covers the essential elements of supporting logistics and transportation requirements for offshore wind projects. Participants will explore the core functions, challenges, and best practices associated with port and vessel management in the offshore wind sector.

This course will take place from 9am until 4pm EST each day.

Course Objectives:

Describe the role of ports and vessels in offshore wind logistics and project execution
Differentiate between types of offshore wind ports and vessels and explain their functions and operational constraints
Analyze key factors influencing port site selection, design, and construction for both fixed-bottom and floating offshore wind projects
Identify regulatory, permitting, and safety requirements for port and vessel operations in the offshore wind industry
Interpret case studies and best practices to evaluate successful offshore wind port and vessel strategies
Apply project planning and management principles to schedule, budget, and coordinate port and vessel activities in offshore wind development

Who Should Attend:

- Professionals in offshore wind logistics and transportation.

- Project managers, engineers, and developers in the offshore wind sector.

- Port and vessel operators and managers.

- Government officials, policymakers, and union affiliations in the renewable energy sector.

- Skilled Trades and Technical Roles

- Anyone interested in gaining expertise in offshore wind port and vessel management.

Course Outline:

Day One

Module 1: Introduction to the course

- Offshore Wind Ports - Contrast to Other Types of Ports

Overview of the offshore wind industry.
Factors influencing port location and selection.

Module 2: Port Types and the Vessels that use them.

Marshalling Ports Facility
Storage Port Facility
Manufacturing Port Facility
Operation and Maintenance Facility
Service Port

Module 3: US vs EU Ports

A comparative analysis of offshore wind ports in the United States and the European Union.

Module 4: Ports Construction for Fixed Bottom

Strategic Ports Evaluation
Preliminary Assessment and Planning
Environmental/ Geophysical
Geotechnical & Intro to Load Bearing Capacity
Permitting, Design and Procurement
Construction/ Oversight
Operation and Maintenance

Module 5: Port Operations and Logistics

Port layout and design considerations for offshore wind.
Cargo handling and transportation within ports - Cranes and SPMTs.
Supply chain and logistics management for offshore wind projects.
Real-life examples of efficient port operations.

Module 6: Ports Construction for Floating Wind

Variations on the theme - what is different about floating wind
Siting and Logistics for Floating Offshore Wind Ports

Day Two

Module 7: Offshore Wind Vessels

Overall Strategy: Feeder Barge vs Direct Install with WTIV
Vessel Operations and Technology

Module 8: Types of Offshore Wind Vessels - Deeper Dive

Construction and Installation Vessels
Transportation Vessels and Barges
Personnel and Equipment Transport - SOV/CTV

Module 9: Floating Offshore Wind Vessels

Safety and Regulatory Considerations for offshore wind vessels.
Regulatory and Safety Considerations
Maritime regulations related to offshore wind projects.
Safety protocols and best practices for port and vessel operations.
Environmental impact assessments and compliance.
Risk management in offshore wind port and vessel operations.

Module 10: The Special Case of Floating Offshore Wind and the Implications to Ports

Types of Floating Wind
Construction Considerations for Floating Wind
Single Super-Port vs Distributed Cooperative Port Concepts
Differences in Port Design and Function
Costs and Timelines

Module 11: Specifications: A deeper dive into the Construction of the Port

Load Beaing Capacity
Cranes
SPMTs
Other Transport
Quayside and Bulkhead Design
Bulkhead and Wall Types
Berth
Jack-up Pad Design
Unpland Design
Appurtenance Design
Floating Wind Pot Design Special Case

Module 12: Project Management and Planning

Planning and scheduling port and vessel activities.
Budgeting and cost control in port and vessel operations.
Utilizing project management tools and software.
Examples: Project management for offshore wind.

Module 13: Case studies and Best Practice:

Examining successful offshore wind port and vessel management through case studies.
Learning from past projects.
Identifying industry trends and future developments.
Embracing best practices in the field.

Course Instructors

Jay Borkland

Director of Ports and Supply Chain Development, Avangrid

Mr. Borkland currently holds a Director position in Ports and Supply Chain Development at Avangrid Renewables in the U.S. He is a Visiting Scholar at Tufts University in Massachusetts, teaching and conducting research in Offshore Wind and Sustainability. Mr. Borkland is also currently acting as Chairman of the Board of Directors for the U.S. Offshore Wind trade organization: The Business Network for Offshore Wind; and is an active participant in the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), where he is an editor and contributing author for UNGC document development for its Sustainability and Ocean Renewable Energy programs.

Over the past 38 years, Mr. Borkland has been involved in large infrastructure and energy projects, with over two decades of that in the Offshore Wind sector of the Ocean Renewable Energy arena. He was the team lead for the development and construction of the first-in-the-nation Offshore Wind marshalling port facility in the U.S. in Massachusetts, and has acted as lead and/or contributing author for the Offshore Wind Infrastructure Master Plans for the states of MA, VA, NY, CT, NJ, NC and MD. Today he stays active assisting Avangrid Renewables develop multiple Wind Farms in the U.S.

Richard Baldwin

Senior Scientist, McAllister Marine Engineering

Mr. Baldwin currently holds a position of Senior Scientist at McAllister Marine Engineering and his practice focusses primarily on supporting the offshore wind (OSW) industry currently developing off of the coasts of the U.S., as well as addressing coastal area impacts associated with global climate change. He is a licensed Professional Geologist in New York and in Pennsylvania, and an American Institute of Professional Geologists Certified Professional Geologist. He is an Adjunct Professor in the Earth Sciences Department at State University of New York at Stony Brook.

Over the last 36 year, Mr. Baldwin has been providing subject matter expert (SME) expertise and consulting services associated with projects involving ports and harbors/waterway infrastructure studies, OSW development (including its local, national and international supply chains), OSW vessel logistics strategies, storm recovery and remedial actions, resiliency, flood-event evaluations, environmental investigations at industrial, private, federal and publicly-owned facilities. He has been involved in multiple state-led OSW ports studies and OSW strategic plans for a multitude of states including Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina and Virgina. He has designed and implemented environmental investigations, remediation work plans, evasive species identification and eradication programs, bathymetric surveys, geotechnical evaluations, regulatory permit evaluation/acquisition, contractor evaluation/oversight, and public awareness and education. In his volunteer life, Mr. Baldwin as a volunteer Emergency Medical Technician for the East Moriches Community Ambulance and is a Board Member of the Peconic Land Trust.

The course outline is subject to change and a detailed agenda will be shared after enrollment.

Course Completion & Certificate: In order to complete this certificate program, attendees will require a device with an internet connection and a valid email address. Upon attending at least 50% of the course and achieving a minimum passing score (shared during the course) on a post-course assessment, participants will receive a course certificate valid for three years. This certificate verifies that the essential learning outcomes of the course have been met and thus that the certificate holder is well-versed in the subject matter.

This certificate program is currently undergoing an accreditation process to further enhance its value, allowing it to be used for job applications, promotions, and professional license renewals, such as the PE (Professional Engineer) license.

Cancellation policy:

You are eligible for a full refund if you request cancellation within 24 hours of course enrollment. Payment is due within 30 days of the invoice date. Cancellations or deferrals made after the initial 24-hour period but up to two months before the scheduled course date will be eligible for a 50% refund. Due to program demand and the volume of preprogram preparation, no refunds will be issued if cancellation occurs less than two months from the course start date.

Confidentiality of Information:

Information collected by the certificate issuer during the training and certification process is treated as strictly confidential. This information will only be disclosed to third parties under the following conditions:

With the explicit consent of the individual providing the information
When required by law, regulation, or accrediting body
When necessary to verify the authenticity of a certificate or qualification, and only to relevant parties (e.g., employers or regulatory bodies), and in accordance with applicable privacy laws

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