CWind
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UnclaimedCWind is a UK-based offshore power services provider delivering topside, splash zone and subsea engineering, crew transfer vessels and operations & maintenance solutions to the offshore wind industry.
Last updated September 26, 2026
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Overview
CWind is a specialist offshore power services company operating within the Global Marine Group. It delivers topside, splash zone and subsea engineering services to the offshore renewables and utilities market, with a particular focus on the offshore wind sector. The company describes itself as delivering integrated, effective solutions for scheduled and unplanned activity, maximising asset life expectancy and mobilising quickly when clients need support. CWind's core capabilities span inspections, maintenance and repair (IMR) both topside and subsea, subsea survey, cable pull-in, termination and testing, bolting and construction solutions, corrosion protection, and temporary power solutions. A defining asset of the business is its specialised fleet of Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs), which it continues to expand and improve to serve both short-term contracts and long-term charters. The company states that its commitment to investing in innovation, its impressive fleet and its highly qualified, experienced crew allow it to transport technicians quickly, safely and comfortably to and from sites, even in tough weather conditions. According to its own materials, CWind has experience at over 50 offshore wind farms and supports over 12GW of power generated by the offshore wind sector, with a track record across a vast number of UK and European offshore wind farms. As a group, it reports over 890 cable pull-ins to date. The company positions itself as the only partner offering a comprehensive, bespoke solution with an unrivalled and proven track record of success, providing fully qualified and experienced technicians, an extensive range of operations and maintenance solutions topside and subsea, and an extensive fleet of fuel-efficient crew transfer vessels. CWind is part of the Global Marine Group, which also announced the launch of OceanIQ, providing subsea cable data, survey, route engineering and consultancy services. The company works collaboratively with ORE Catapult and is committed to delivering innovative solutions to address clients' needs and industry challenges. Its leadership includes Managing Director Joe Browse, who began his career as a deckhand on CWind's crew transfer vessels and progressed through roles such as Vessel Master, Marine Superintendent, Business Development Manager and Head of Sales before becoming the youngest ever Managing Director of CWind.
History
CWind operates as a specialist offshore power services provider within the Global Marine Group, delivering topside, splash zone and subsea engineering services to the offshore renewables and utilities market. The company has built its business around supporting the offshore wind sector, and its own materials state that it has experience at over 50 offshore wind farms and supports over 12GW of power generated by the offshore wind sector, with a track record across a vast number of UK and European offshore wind farms. A central element of CWind's history and identity is its investment in a specialised fleet of Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs). The company states that its fleet continues to expand and improve to meet the needs of both short-term contracts and long-term charters, and that its commitment to investing in innovation, its impressive fleet and its highly qualified, experienced crew allow it to transport technicians quickly, safely and comfortably to and from sites, even in tough weather conditions. CWind has also introduced the CWind Pioneer, presented as the future of CTVs. CWind's service portfolio has grown to include inspections, maintenance and repair (IMR) both topside and subsea, subsea survey, cable pull-in, termination and testing, bolting and construction solutions, corrosion protection, and temporary power solutions. As a group, it reports over 890 cable pull-ins to date. The company has been at the forefront of wind turbine maintenance and servicing for decades, according to its own materials, and has an established track record of completing multiple scopes of bolting services and construction solutions for offshore wind projects across the UK and Europe. CWind works collaboratively with ORE Catapult and is committed to delivering innovative solutions to address clients' needs and industry challenges. Its leadership includes Managing Director Joe Browse, who served the company for over a decade and began his career as a deckhand on CWind's crew transfer vessels, progressing through roles such as Vessel Master, Marine Superintendent, Business Development Manager and Head of Sales before becoming the youngest ever Managing Director of CWind. The company is part of the Global Marine Group, which also launched OceanIQ, providing subsea cable data, survey, route engineering and consultancy services.
CWind provided cable pulling support to CT Offshore at the West of Duddon Sands array cable pull-in project.
CWind introduced the CWind Pioneer, described as the future of CTVs.
Global Marine Group launched OceanIQ, providing subsea cable data, survey, route engineering and consultancy services.
Products and positioning
The only partner offering a comprehensive, bespoke solution with an unrivalled and proven track record of success in offshore power operations and maintenance.
Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs)
CWind's specialised fleet of Crew Transfer Vessels continues to expand and improve to meet the needs of short term contracts and long term charters, transporting technicians quickly, safely and comfortably to and from sites.
CWind Pioneer
Presented as the future of CTVs, a new generation crew transfer vessel.
Topside Inspection, Maintenance and Repair (IMR)
CWind has a robust track record of experience delivering Topside Inspections, Maintenance and Repair (IMR), utilising owned assets, best people and proven procedures, delivered through one interface.
Subsea Inspection, Maintenance and Repair
Optimised, flexible solutions using cutting edge technology for Subsea Inspections, Maintenance and Repair.
Subsea Survey Solutions
Utilising the CTV fleet to undertake subsea surveys, a cost effective solution maximising the benefits of time on site.
Cable Pull-In, Termination & Testing
Experienced technicians who can work quickly yet handle array, export and PCC cable with care. Over 890 pull ins, as a group, to date.
Bolting and Construction Solutions
CWind has an established track record of completing multiple scopes of bolting services and construction solutions for offshore wind projects across the UK and Europe.
Corrosion Protection
Full corrosion protection services, inspection, procurement, application and transportation to maximise asset lifetime.
Temporary Power Solutions
Temporary power for turbines far out to sea allowing for smooth, uninterrupted construction and maintenance.
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