Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) with Philip Bassil

Why Germany Could Risk Losing? Karina Würtz, CEO StifTtung Offshore Wind Foundation on ExGOW (EP.12)Welcome to another episode of Excellence in Global Offshore Wind – The ExGOW Podcast. Today, our guest is Karina Würtz, CEO of Germany’s ShtifTung Offshore Wind FoundationGermany is currently attempting one of the most aggressive energy scale-ups in modern history — moving from 9.7 GW to 30 GW by 2030. But beneath the surface, a debate is raging over the 'Negative Bidding' auction design and the supply chain's survival. On this week’s ExGOW episode, Karina helps us pull back the curtain on the dynamics of the current German energy market and the path ahead… -- Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil is the premier Global Offshore Wind industry podcast. It brings insights and thought-leadership from the top leaders building and financing Offshore Wind projects across the globe. We discuss current market trends, key drivers, M&A deal flow, institutional investor perspectives and the evolution of the Global Offshore Wind landscape, including cost of capital, bankability, insurability, supply chain, regulatory regimes, auction design and much more... We also take a deeper dive into the backgrounds and real-life stories of the leaders in the industry to better understand what makes them tick and their passion to make an impact. Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil podcast is sponsored by NORTHGREEN, the leading Global Offshore Wind financial services platform bringing innovative solutions across Advisory (Strategic Partnerships, Financing, M&A), Asset Management and Private Equity. linkedin.com/in/philip-s-bassil-mba-a422343b https://www.northgreencapital.com/

Resilience of an Entrepreneur. Hugh Kelly, Co-Founder & CEO, Simply Blue Energy on ExGOW (EP.11)Welcome to another episode of Excellence in Global Offshore Wind. I’m your host Philip Bassil. Today I am pleased to have as my guest, Hugh Kelly, Co-Founder and CEO of Simply Blue EnergyOn this episode we focus on the resilience and evolution of an entrepreneurial organization and a leading offshore wind developer.Simply Blue Energy is currently one of the most talked-about developers in the sector, particularly following the recent landmark acquisition by Japan’s KEPCO (Kansai Electric Power Company) of an 80% stake in their offshore wind arm.Hugh is a civil engineer by training and a serial entrepreneur who has sold everything from "concrete Christmas tree stands" to "fairy doors" before co-founding Simply Blue in 2011. This "pioneering spirit" is exactly what led them to move into floating wind long before it was mainstream.--Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil is the premier Global Offshore Wind industry podcast. It brings insights and thought-leadership from the top leaders building and financing Offshore Wind projects across the globe. We discuss current market trends, key drivers, M&A deal flow, institutional investor perspectives and the evolution of the Global Offshore Wind landscape, including cost of capital, bankability, insurability, supply chain, regulatory regimes, auction design and much more... We also take a deeper dive into the backgrounds and real-life stories of the leaders in the industry to better understand what makes them tick and their passion to make an impact. Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil podcast is sponsored by NORTHGREEN, the leading Global Offshore Wind financial services platform bringing innovative solutions across Advisory (Strategic Partnerships, Financing, M&A), Asset Management and Private Equity.linkedin.com/in/philip-s-bassil-mba-a422343bhttps://www.northgreencapital.com/

The Great Paradox. Dennis Jul Pedersen, CEO of the Port of Esbjerg on ExGOW (EP.9)In this episode of Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) with Philip Bassil, we sit down with Dennis Jul Pedersen, CEO of the Port of Esbjerg in southern Denmark. Dennis, a master mariner and naval officer, is arguably the most influential port executive in the offshore wind world, today. Under his leadership, the Port of Esbjerg in Southern Denmark has transformed from a regional hub into the "Silicon Valley" of offshore wind logistics, shipping out over 80% of Europe’s offshore wind capacity.In this episode of ExGOW, we go beyond "port talk" and treat Esbjerg as a case study for the global energy transition. We discuss the fascinating evolution of a sleep port in Esbjerg, a traditional oil and gas town into a leading offshore wind logistics center and the dominate port for offshore wind capacity shipments across Europe. Dennis highlights the importance of building a multi-purpose port with strong cross-port alliances (including Esbjerg's partnerships with UK and Polish ports) to coordinate schedules, reduce space bottlenecks, and support growing turbine sizes, while noting Denmark’s reduced offshore wind manufacturing market share and the broader need for integrated European grid planning and infrastructure security. We discuss the great paradox and Europe’s shifting energy needs and the key drivers. What does it take to scale a Wind Port? What are the markets and Port economics? How do you solve Europe's 15GW Paradox and why ports matter early. How do we finance this key enabling infrastructure?We also touch on Drone ports and regulation as well as what’s next for energy ports.--Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil is the premier Global Offshore Wind industry podcast. It brings insights and thought-leadership from the top leaders building and financing Offshore Wind projects across the globe. We discuss current market trends, key drivers, M&A deal flow, institutional investor perspectives and the evolution of the Global Offshore Wind landscape, including cost of capital, bankability, insurability, supply chain, regulatory regimes, auction design and much more... We also take a deeper dive into the backgrounds and real life stories of the leaders in the industry to better understand what makes them tick and their passion to make an impact. Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil podcast is sponsored by NORTHGREEN, the leading Global Offshore Wind financial services platform bringing innovative solutions across Advisory (Strategic Partnerships, Financing, M&A), Asset Management and Private Equity. linkedin.com/in/philip-s-bassil-mba-a422343b https://www.northgreencapital.com/

Next Crown Jewel of Southeast Asia? Alessandro Antonioli, CEO, COP Vietnam on ExGOW (EP.10)In this episode of Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) with Philip Bassil, we sit down with Alessandro Antonioli, CEO, Copenhagen Offshore Partners (COP), Vietnam. We take a deep dive into the massive potential and unique complexities of building gigawatt-scale offshore wind projects and jumpstarting a brand new energy industry in Southeast Asia. We also discuss the strategic advantage of bringing established development frameworks to frontier markets, the evolution of Vietnam's Power Development Plan 8 (PDP8), and the importance of joint ventures with local state-owned enterprises like PetroVietnam , while noting the broader challenges of grid congestion, capital flow limitations, and the critical need for bankable Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) to secure international project financing.--Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil is the premier Global Offshore Wind industry podcast. It brings insights and thought-leadership from the top leaders building and financing Offshore Wind projects across the globe. We discuss current market trends, key drivers, M&A deal flow, institutional investor perspectives and the evolution of the Global Offshore Wind landscape, including cost of capital, bankability, insurability, supply chain, regulatory regimes, auction design and much more... We also take a deeper dive into the backgrounds and real life stories of the leaders in the industry to better understand what makes them tick and their passion to make an impact. Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil podcast is sponsored by NORTHGREEN, the leading Global Offshore Wind financial services platform bringing innovative solutions across Advisory (Strategic Partnerships, Financing, M&A), Asset Management and Private Equity. linkedin.com/in/philip-s-bassil-mba-a422343b https://www.northgreencapital.com/

The Billion $ Conversation. Jonathan Cole, Chair GWEC and founding CEO Corio on ExGOW (EP.8)In this episode of Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) with Philip Bassil, Jonathan Cole, Chair Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) and the Founding CEO of the Macquarie-backed global offshore wind developer, Corio Generation. Jonathan spent nearly 15 years at Iberdrola and ran the Spanish Utility's Global Offshore Wind business. This is the Billion $ Conversation.--Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil is the premier Global Offshore Wind industry podcast. It brings insights and thought-leadership from the top leaders building and financing Offshore Wind projects across the globe. We discuss current market trends, key drivers, M&A deal flow, institutional investor perspectives and the evolution of the Global Offshore Wind landscape, including cost of capital, bankability, insurability, supply chain, regulatory regimes, auction design and much more... We also take a deeper dive into the backgrounds and real life stories of the leaders in the industry to better understand what makes them tick and their passion to make an impact. Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil podcast is sponsored by NORTHGREEN, the leading Global Offshore Wind financial services platform bringing innovative solutions across Advisory (Strategic Partnerships, Financing, M&A), Asset Management and Private Equity.linkedin.com/in/philip-s-bassil-mba-a422343bhttps://www.northgreencapital.com/

Surviving first Trump Administration - STATES at play. Abby Watson, Groundwire Group on ExGOW (EP.7)In this episode of Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) with Philip Bassil, we sit down with Abby Watson, Co-Founder and President of The Groundwire Group and former Head of North American Government Affairs at Siemens Gamesa in Washington. We dive in to the critical enabler for US offshore wind and Abby's key role working with the first Trump Administration and especially in helping the STATES drive the significant growth in renewables we saw during that first Administration despite the federal opposition. We also look at some examples of structures that have delivered a more resiliency and lower-risk in the current environment such as Dominion Energy's 2.6 GW Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project and what that could mean for future project de-risking and financing structures. At the end of the end day, we conclude that it really comes down to the people and quality long-term relationships we build across the industry that will determine our ultimate success.--Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil is the premier Global Offshore Wind industry podcast. It brings insights and thought-leadership from the top leaders building and financing Offshore Wind projects across the globe. We discuss current market trends, key drivers, M&A deal flow, institutional investor perspectives and the evolution of the Global Offshore Wind landscape, including cost of capital, bankability, insurability, supply chain, regulatory regimes, auction design and much more... We also take a deeper dive into the backgrounds and real life stories of the leaders in the industry to better understand what makes them tick and their passion to make an impact. Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil podcast is sponsored by NORTHGREEN, the leading Global Offshore Wind financial services platform bringing innovative solutions across Advisory (Strategic Partnerships, Financing, M&A), Asset Management and Private Equity. linkedin.com/in/philip-s-bassil-mba-a422343b https://www.northgreencapital.com/

The Ultimate Contrarian Strategy. Mark Leybourne, CEO Dyna Energy on ExGOW (EP.6)In this episode of Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) with Philip Bassil, we sit down with Mark Leybourne, CEO of Dyna Energy and former head of the offshore wind development program at the World Bank. An aerospace engineer with an engineering Doctorate degree in Offshore Renewable Energy from South Hampton, Mark brings a unique "insider-outsider" perspective from the bird’s-eye view of a former World Bank official and now, the reality perspective of an emerging developer at Dyna. We discuss the biggest 'myths' about offshore wind as well as the true and varied system-value of adding offshore wind to the energy mix for both mature and frontier markets, globally. We also delve in to Dyna's contrarian strategy and share a broader perspective on the abundance of opportunities across the industry.--Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil is the premier Global Offshore Wind industry podcast. It brings insights and thought-leadership from the top leaders building and financing Offshore Wind projects across the globe. We discuss current market trends, key drivers, M&A deal flow, institutional investor perspectives and the evolution of the Global Offshore Wind landscape, including cost of capital, bankability, insurability, supply chain, regulatory regimes, auction design and much more... We also take a deeper dive into the backgrounds and real life stories of the leaders in the industry to better understand what makes them tick and their passion to make an impact. Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil podcast is sponsored by NORTHGREEN, the leading Global Offshore Wind financial services platform bringing innovative solutions across Advisory (Strategic Partnerships, Financing, M&A), Asset Management and Private Equity. linkedin.com/in/philip-s-bassil-mba-a422343b https://www.northgreencapital.com/

What every CEO needs to hear - Patrick Samson, Sandbrook Capital on ExGOW (EP.5)In this episode of Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) with Philip Bassil, we sit down with Patrick Samson, Operating Partner at Sandbrook Capital and former Global Head of Real Assets at PSP Investments - the global pension fund with $300 billion in Assets Under Management (AUM).  Patrick discusses his pivotal role in shaping PSP’s Infrastructure Group’s strategy and elevating it to a world-class investment platform. His tenure at PSP Investments, combined with more than a decade of Infrastructure Advisory experience at PwC, gives him deep expertise in managing a global, multi-billion-dollar portfolio across digital infrastructure, real estate, energy, transportation, and natural resource investments. His leadership in large-scale transactions and oversight of complex assets strengthens Sandbrook’s ability to manage and grow its infrastructure platforms. On this episode of ExGOW,  we discuss the recalibration happening in the offshore wind industry and explores the shifts in cost of capital as well as supply chain dynamics, and the role of institutional capital in the sector in 2026. Patrick provides insights into market changes, the challenges but also the significant opportunities in the sector, and the strategic importance of building conviction based on factual analysis. We also delve into the case study and success story of the Havfram deal, exploring Sandbrook Capital's strategic approach and the potential opportunities in the OPEX side of the offshore wind ecosystem. Patrick also offers important advice every CEO needs to hear.https://www.investpsp.com/en/news/sandbrook-capital-and-psp-investments-announce-sale-of-offshore-wind-pioneer-havfram-to-deme/--Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil is the premier Global Offshore Wind industry podcast. It brings insights and thought-leadership from the top leaders building and financing Offshore Wind projects across the globe. We discuss current market trends, key drivers, M&A deal flow, institutional investor perspectives and the evolution of the Global Offshore Wind landscape, including cost of capital, bankability, insurability, supply chain, regulatory regimes, auction design and much more... We also take a deeper dive into the backgrounds and real life stories of the leaders in the industry to better understand what makes them tick and their passion to make an impact. Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil podcast is sponsored by NORTHGREEN, the leading Global Offshore Wind financial services platform bringing innovative solutions across Advisory (Strategic Partnerships, Financing, M&A), Asset Management and Private Equity. linkedin.com/in/philip-s-bassil-mba-a422343b https://www.northgreencapital.com/

Is Mark Carney's Canada Gearing up to be an Energy Superpower? Tom Timmins, Gowling on ExGOW (EP.4)In this episode of Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) with Philip Bassil, we sit down with Thomas (Tom) J. Timmins, who leads the Energy Practice Group at Gowling WLG in Toronto. We discuss some of the elements of how Canada Gearing up to be an Energy Superpower by adding offshore wind to its energy mix alongside its other abundant conventional natural resources. We delve into Tom's journey as an energy lawyer and his work on one of Canada's first wind farms. The discussion explores the exciting developments and challenges in the renewable energy sector, particularly offshore wind in Canada. Key topics include the regulatory and legal frameworks paving the way to accelerate deployment, the role of indigenous partnerships, the importance of transmission in energy transition, and the evolving global supply chain. The episode also highlights the future of electrification, the impact of investment tax credits, and the invaluable lessons Canada can learn from the UK’s offshore wind industry.00:00 Introduction01:13 Tom's Journey into Renewable Energy03:34 The Evolution of the Sector09:41 Accelerating Regulatory Landscape in Canada17:25 The Importance of Supply Chain Structuring23:08 Investment Tax Credits (ITCs)31:22 Lessons from the UK and Future Growth34:42 Advice for the Next Generation37:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts--Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil is the premier Global Offshore Wind industry podcast. It brings insights and thought-leadership from the top leaders building and financing Offshore Wind projects across the globe. We discuss current market trends, key drivers, M&A deal flow, institutional investor perspectives and the evolution of the Global Offshore Wind landscape, including cost of capital, bankability, insurability, supply chain, regulatory regimes, auction design and much more... We also take a deeper dive into the backgrounds and real life stories of the leaders in the industry to better understand what makes them tick and their passion to make an impact. Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil podcast is sponsored by NORTHGREEN, the leading Global Offshore Wind financial services platform bringing innovative solutions across Advisory (Strategic Partnerships, Financing, M&A), Asset Management and Private Equity. linkedin.com/in/philip-s-bassil-mba-a422343b https://www.northgreencapital.com/

Why offshore wind will not be built without this? - Martin Beck, Marsh on ExGOW (EP.3)In this episode of Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) with Philip Bassil, we sit down with Martin Beck from Marsh Asia, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor. We dive into the complexities and evolving landscape of insuring offshore wind projects and the role of risk management.  We also answer important question for offshore wind developers such as "What is the optimal timing in the project lifecycle to start the insurance conversations?" Martin shares insights from over 20 years of experience, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in the industry, and talk about why he's so passionate about making an impact.00:00 Introduction to Global Opportunities00:07 The Role of Insurance in Offshore Wind00:26 Meet Martin Beck: Passionate About Insurance01:07 Understanding the Offshore Wind Insurance Market03:04 Trends and Challenges in Offshore Wind Insurance04:01 Regional Differences in Offshore Wind Insurance09:07 Emerging Suppliers and Technologies18:38 Risk Management Strategies23:10 Personal Insights and Reflections27:29 Future Outlook--Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil is the premier Global Offshore Wind industry podcast. It brings insights and thought-leadership from the top leaders building and financing Offshore Wind projects across the globe. We discuss current market trends, key drivers, M&A deal flow, institutional investor perspectives and the evolution of the Global Offshore Wind landscape, including cost of capital, bankability, insurability, supply chain, regulatory regimes, auction design and much more... We also take a deeper dive into the backgrounds and real life stories of the leaders in the industry to better understand what makes them tick and their passion to make an impact. Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil podcast is sponsored by NORTHGREEN, the leading Global Offshore Wind financial services platform bringing innovative solutions across Advisory (Strategic Partnerships, Financing, M&A), Asset Management and Private Equity. linkedin.com/in/philip-s-bassil-mba-a422343b https://www.northgreencapital.com/

Knut Vassbotn, CEO Deep Wind Offshore on persistence, long-term mindset and alignment - ExGOW (EP.2)In this episode of Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) with Philip Bassil, we sit down with Knut Vassbotn, CEO of Deep Wind Offshore. The energetic Knut shares the importance of being persistent, having a long-term mindset and strong partner alignment from day one. We discuss his transition from a long-standing career in the oil and gas industry to his current mission in the offshore wind sector. With the inception of Deep Wind Offshore in late 2020, he highlights the challenges and opportunities he has seen in the sector. Knut also provides unique, first-hand insights into the evolution of the global offshore wind market and the important role of technology has in meeting our electricity needs today and in the future.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:41 Journey into Offshore Wind01:31 Founding Deep Wind Offshore03:26 Securing Partnerships and Investments06:01 Global Market Opportunities09:59 Challenges and Strategies in Offshore Wind15:50 Future of Offshore Wind and Personal Insights23:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts--Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil is the premier Global Offshore Wind industry podcast. It brings insights and thought-leadership from the top leaders building and financing Offshore Wind projects across the globe. We discuss current market trends, key drivers, M&A deal flow, institutional investor perspectives and the evolution of the Global Offshore Wind landscape, including cost of capital, bankability, insurability, supply chain, regulatory regimes, auction design and much more... We also take a deeper dive into the backgrounds and real life stories of the leaders in the industry to better understand what makes them tick and their passion to make an impact. Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil podcast is sponsored by NORTHGREEN, the leading Global Offshore Wind financial services platform bringing innovative solutions across Advisory (Strategic Partnerships, Financing, M&A), Asset Management and Private Equity. linkedin.com/in/philip-s-bassil-mba-a422343b https://www.northgreencapital.com/

Is Offshore Wind the Energy of the Future? Father of modern wind power Henrik Stiesdal ExGOW (EP.1) Our guest for the inaugural podcast episode of “Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) with Philip Bassil” is none other than Henrik Stiesdal, the father of modern wind power. Every offshore wind developer needs to hear this conversation. It includes a great perspective from Henrik on the history of wind power and some very insightful discussion on the future of the global offshore wind industry. We cover important topics such as the optimal size of offshore wind turbines moving forward, the Trump administration's opposition to US offshore wind and the three real challenges for the industry, globally. As well as the likelihood of Chinese offshore wind turbines gaining traction in the West and the role of floating offshore wind, its value proposition and expected timeline. We also take a look at the key drivers and real cost of electricity from fossil fuels, nuclear, renewable energy including offshore wind. Finally we discuss Henrik’s recent partnership with global offshore wind leader Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) on his Stiesdal platform Discussion with Henrik Stiesdal chapters breakdown below: 00:00 Introduction and guest welcome 00:44 Henrik's early inspiration in Denmark and the oil crisis in the 70’s 02:47 First wind power experiments 11:20 Collaborations and licensing 23:59 Joining vestas and the industry’s growth 27:52 The optimal size of offshore wind turbines and the evolution of wind turbine technology 30:31 The evolution of offshore wind turbines 40:12 The Trump administration’s opposition to US offshore wind and the three real challenges for the industry, globally 49:04 The likelihood of Chinese offshore wind turbines gaining traction in the West 51:50 The role of floating offshore wind, its value proposition and expected timeline 58:05 The key drivers and real cost of electricity from fossil fuels, nuclear, renewable energy including offshore wind 1:03:14 The recent partnership with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) on his Stiesdal platform 1:07:25 Henrik’s advice for the younger generation Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil is the premier Global Offshore Wind industry podcast. It brings insights and thought-leadership from the top leaders building and financing Offshore Wind projects across the globe. We discuss current market trends, key drivers, M&A deal flow, institutional investor perspectives and the evolution of the Global Offshore Wind landscape, including cost of capital, bankability, insurability, supply chain, regulatory regimes, auction design and much more... We also take a deeper dive into the backgrounds and real life stories of the leaders in the industry to better understand what makes them tick and their passion to make an impact. Excellence in Global Offshore Wind (ExGOW) w/ Philip Bassil podcast is sponsored by NORTHGREEN, the leading Global Offshore Wind financial services platform bringing innovative solutions across Advisory (Strategic Partnerships, Financing, M&A), Asset Management and Private Equity. linkedin.com/in/philip-s-bassil-mba-a422343b https://www.northgreencapital.com/