Your strategic local partner in offshore wind in South Korea

ER-MARINE specialises in strategy advisory and consultancy for Korean offshore wind and marine hydrogen projects, bringing over 20 years of offshore experience and a profound understanding of South Korea’s unique market dynamics.

Our strength lies in our local presence and deep knowledge of the local supply chain, cultural practices, energy politics, and permitting processes. We specialise in transforming the complexities of early-stage offshore wind projects into streamlined, achievable goals.

We excel in conflict resolution in fisheries, transport and installation (T&I), operations and maintenance (O&M), smart mooring solutions, and digital twins. ER-MARINE isn’t just about offering expertise; we're about crafting bespoke strategies that align with your specific objectives within the Korean market.

𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬

Our consultancy goes beyond mere technical services to encompass due diligence that adheres to Korean and EU energy policies, strategic business development, and robust local project support.
We are a strong believer in energy advocacy & policy dialogue and the circular economy principle.

With ER-Marine we are actively driving collaboration and the promotion of international efforts and multilateral cooperation.

Skills and expertise:

* Green energy advocacy, Korean and EU Energy Policy
* Offshore wind and marine hydrogen early-phase development
* Supply Chain Development explicitly for South Korean offshore wind projects
* Project Management and International Project Experience
* Marine Engineering and Technical, Commercial Leadership

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Our expertise in South Korea

  • Fishing vessel offshore Ulsan

    Fishermen Conflict Resolution

    ER-MARINE offer a proven solution to evaluate the ecological potential for fishermen by monitoring marine biodiversity, monitoring the potential of the offshore windfarms`s ecological function, the improvement of knowledge in collaboration with local universities…(more)

  • De- risking your project is the bridge to success

    Due Diligence - Perspectives

    We provide technical due diligence to de- risk your offshore wind projects and we are able to support your local project team, perform technology consulting and strategic business development where our goal is to help you navigate the many challenges of doing business in Korea…(more)

  • Vessel performing T&I in Korea

    T & I - Transport & Installation

    T&I is a complex process. We have a high safety standard, solid offshore experience and a deep knowledge of the local Korean supply chain capabilities and limitations. All play significant roles to be able to develop your T&I scope to success…(more)

  • Vessel performing O&M operations in Korea

    O & M - Operations & Maintenance

    We provide local expertise in developing winning strategies for the O&M scope for the Korean auction processes. We perform technical preparation, management of the O&M scope supporting your local team and provide realistic MCR solutions specifically for Korean floating wind projects…(more)

  • Digital twin the missing piece in the puzzle

    Digital Twins

    The future of floating wind is powered by digital twin technology. This solution is key to de- risk , optimise and improve the performance of your project. Floating wind is still at early stage and we are focusing on optimizing foundation designs with software which can quickly analyse high- fidelity models….(more)

  • Smart mooring system

    Smart Mooring Solutions

    Smart mooring solutions are important for the development of floating wind projects. Mooring systems equipped with load reduction devices create opportunities to reduce the mooring spread which is beneficial for fishermen and improves the coexistence between the offshore wind industry and fishermen…(more)

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Market Intelligence

ER-Marine strategic solutions offshore wind

Members Area for Market Intelligence

Members have access to exclusive market intelligence data and report:

  • Explicit South Korean insights.

  • All reports are in English.

  • Local supply chain analysis.

  • South Korean energy policy and Regulatory updates.

For questions about pricing and options on the Market Intelligence members area, please contact Erik Roelans.

Our latest 2024 Q1 report, unlocking the latest insights in the dynamic offshore wind industry in South Korea.

This report will be available for purchase - 6 May 2024*

—- Pre-bookings are available and receive a 10% discount —-

Use code “1Q2024”

(*If the Special Act Offshore Wind and the Special Act Nuclear waste would be announced to be discussed in the 21st National Assembly than the report will become available end of May)

Reality check of the offshore wind situation in South Korea, update first quarter of 2024.
Erik Roelans, CEO of ER-Marine in South Korea. ER-Marine provides solutions in the offshore wind and marine hydrogen industry.
The major milestones for the energy policy in South Korea for 2024.

Milestones for energy policy in South Korea for 2024

Marine Hydrogen Projects

  • Hydrogen as energy carrier

    Hydrogen - Ammonia - Fuel cell Hybrid

    Floating wind and hydrogen is the perfect match. ER-MARINE did start in 2020 with a zero- emissions project for future O&M operations in Korea. With recent developments where ammonia can be used in dual fuel 4- stroke engines, this opens up new opportunities to develop zero- emissions solutions with a hybrid solution (Dual fuel engine + ESS)…(more)

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