Offshore For Sure (O4S)
Energy transition is also taking place at sea
Our coasts are blessed with an abundance of energy sources, including tidal and wave energy. The development of a carbon-neutral energy system with reduced reliance on gas is a concern at the local, regional, national, and European levels. And, of course, the region must remain secure. Therefore, there is a significant need for integrated solutions for climate mitigation and adaptation. With the increasing installations at sea, comprehensive attention to cybersecurity is also crucial.
Promising offshore energy solutions
Five developers of promising offshore energy solutions are joining forces in Offshore For Sure (O4S), supported by specialists from Belgium and the Netherlands. These five projects represent innovative solutions from technology developers with a proven track record and a clear plan for deployment in the fields of tidal energy, wave energy, offshore floating solar energy, and energy storage
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Progress
The Offshore For Sure project introduces a Virtual Cockpit, a digital dashboard that tracks the progress of technology developers and project activities, visually showcasing the percentage of completion using this bar chart. This cockpit is updated every 3 months to keep stakeholders informed about development milestones and ensures transparency.
October 2026 - The Offshore For Sure project is steadily advancing toward its goal of accelerating innovation in offshore renewable energy technologies. Since the start of the project, the following key achievements have been achieved:
WP 2 Communication and outreach
- The project is actively promoted through social media, website updates, presentations and events. More than 130 communication activities have now been completed.
- Highlights in 2026 included workshops on policy and environmental impacts with the Netherlands Water Partnership, the Province of South Holland and the Zeeland Environmental Federation, as well as participation in the Belgian Offshore Days and ICOE OEE.
- At ICOE OEE, more than 500 participants from around the world came together in The Hague for four days. Offshore For Sure was prominently represented with a photo exhibition showcasing the project’s innovations, a side event attended by nearly 100 participants, and an excursion to the project sites.
WP 3 Technology and services Development
Most simulations and component tests have now been completed.
The partners are working on the permits required for the next demonstration phases.
FLASC is validating its Digital Twin model using measurement data from a real pilot installation at Plant-ONE in Rotterdam.
- Water2Energy has installed an upgraded turbine in a sluice gate in Vlissingen.
- Tocardo has completed its Digital Twin model and is using it to optimise the next generation of tidal turbines for projects in Wales.
- Oceans of Energy is constructing a new onshore test bench to enable controlled fatigue testing.
- Dutch Wave Power is well advanced with the assembly of its wave-energy pilot, but is experiencing delays in gaining access to the pilot site.
WP 4 Market readiness and Certification
- Work is ongoing to develop certification frameworks for new offshore energy technologies. These frameworks are intended to strengthen investor confidence and accelerate the scale-up of these technologies.
- Research into the role of offshore energy storage in grid stability is nearing completion, together with policy recommendations for regulatory harmonisation between the Netherlands and Belgium.
- The project’s results have contributed to parliamentary questions and to the public debate on improved government support for offshore innovation, including access to test sites.
WP 5 Education and training
Deftiq has developed and published eight online courses, covering topics including cybersecurity, Digital Twins, Nature Inclusive Design and multi-use.
- An education Advisory Board has been established, with participants from both the Netherlands and Belgium.
Several masterclasses have been organised on multi-use and cybersecurity, tailored to specific target audiences.
The Regional Skills Partnership (RSP) for North Sea Offshore Renewable Energy has been approved under the EU Pact for Skills, strengthening cross-border cooperation and supporting the development of a skilled workforce for the sector.
Offshore For Sure demonstrates how industry, knowledge institutions and public partners can work together to accelerate offshore renewable energy. From wave and tidal energy to floating solar, energy storage and Digital Twins, the project’s results are making new technologies better tested, certifiable and ready for scale-up.
Stay up to date with the latest results as we work together towards a sustainable, secure and competitive offshore energy sector.