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Team WINDyFriday conquers yet another 24 Peaks Challenge

Sun, rain, hail, and…wind! The WINDyFriday team has conquered yet another 24 Peaks Challenge! ⛰️⛰️⛰️

Earlier this month, a group of our fittest colleagues from WIND and Friday & Co. Shipbrokers headed to the Peak District in the UK. Over 2 days, they covered 33 miles, tackled 24 peaks, and ascended a total of 13,000 feet.

All this was in support of The Seafarers’ Charity, dedicated to helping those who work at sea and their families.

This year’s challenge was marked by a mix of beautiful and harsh weather, creating a unique experience and the ultimate test of perseverance. The imposing mountains often left the group speechless, but the team spirit, stroopwafels, occasional sip of whiskey and the unlimited amount of poor jokes, made it feel like just a regular Sunday afternoon hike with friends (well, at some points!).

A huge thank you to everyone who supported the WINDyFriday team! There’s still time to donate to the fundraising page here: https://lnkd.in/ehnWET_U.

Your generosity is really appreciated 🙏

Who’s up for joining us or challenging us next year? It’s all for a great cause! 💪

WIND Group welcomes Draftec

WIND Group has announced that equipment engineering and manufacturing company Draftec will join the WIND family. Together, they will enhance the support and services provided to their shared clients in international offshore and renewable projects.

Draftec was founded in 2009 by Martijn Boone who, together with fellow Director Martijn Holtkamp, will continue to manage the company, bringing with them extensive experience in mechanical design, hydraulic and electrical systems and control system software and automation.

Over the years, Draftec has grown into a specialist system integrator and manufacturer of custom-designed, multi-disciplinary systems and mission equipment for sectors including offshore wind, marine & dredging and heavy lift. The company offers a comprehensive service covering everything from engineering to realisation and maintenance.

Tom Nooij, CEO of WIND, says, “We are delighted to welcome Draftec to the WIND Group. By bringing their skills and capabilities into the group we will be able to offer even more support to our clients’ projects. With Draftec available at our yards around the world, WIND is making another move towards supporting our clients from A to Z.”

Martijn Boone, MD of Draftec, says, “This is an exciting step forward for Draftec and takes us closer to our goal of being a worldwide innovative equipment supplier. Our companies’ common culture and values make this a logical move that holds great potential for the future. We are very much looking forward to being part of the WIND family and serving our shared clients.”

About WIND
WIND is the world leader in subsea cable logistics, cable recovery and related services to the offshore industry. With offices and yards in Europe, Asia and the USA, WIND unburdens its customers with innovative customer-oriented solutions.
WIND’s client base includes subsea cable manufacturers, subsea cable installation companies, EPIC contractors and utility companies. With a dedicated operations team and expert cable crew, their mission is to deliver a safe and cost-effective service characterised by trust and quality.

About Draftec
Draftec is an independent engineering and manufacturing company, founded in 2009. Since then, the company has grown into a specialized system integrator and manufacturer of custom-designed, multi-disciplinary systems and mission equipment for the heavy industries & offshore. Draftec has highly developed in-house knowledge in the fields of mechanical design, hydraulic systems, electrical systems and control system software and automation. www.draftec.nl

Ensuring Safety and Efficiency: WIND Prepares for Cable Load-Out to “Giant 7”

At WIND, safety is paramount.

In preparation for the first cable load-out to the crane vessel “Giant 7”…

There is a greener way to roll!

WIND Cable Services, TMA Logistics and Bredenoord have successfully conducted a trial – eliminating the use of…

Amazing Grace is ready for operations!

Thanks to BLRT REPAIR YARDS this ship has been converted from a general cargo vessel into…

WIND joins the IPF 2024 conference in New Orleans

WIND, a member of the Oceantic Network, will be attending the International Partnering Forum (IPF) in New Orleans from April 22-25. This year, WIND will collaborate with Rhode Island Commerce to showcase our ongoing activities at the Port of Providence with Waterson Terminal Services.

The International Partnering Forum (IPF) stands as the premier offshore wind energy conference in the Americas, hosted by the Oceantic Network. IPF provides a networking opportunity to connect global leaders and businesses in the supply chain, delivering relevant and important industry updates covering technology, policy, safety, and siting. Participating in IPF amid the rapid growth of offshore wind solidifies one’s leadership role within the industry.

The Oceantic Network, formerly known as the Business Network for Offshore Wind, is a non-profit organisation dedicated to informing, coordinating, and mobilising efforts to utilise the abundant offshore wind and renewable energy resources in the world’s oceans.

Additionally, WIND is a lead industry sponsor for the Rhode Island Reception, a VIP gathering of offshore wind industry leaders scheduled for Wednesday, April 24th. Co-sponsored by ProvPort and the Port of Davisville, the reception highlights Rhode Island’s unique value proposition as a hub for operations and maintenance, ports, and services in the North American offshore wind industry.

VIP Event

WHEN – Wednesday, April 24 | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

WHERE – Calcasieu Restaurant | 930 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans

RSVP – To help us maintain an accurate headcount, we ask you to please RSVP to William.Cox@CommerceRI.com by Monday, April 8.

WIND sponsors sailor Roos Wind’s Olympic Campaign

WIND Subsea Cable Services is sponsoring Roos Wind for the 2028 Olympic Games. Roos Wind is a Dutch sailor born and raised in Curacao and has been living in the Netherlands since 2017. She has achieved numerous victories and earned several medals throughout her career, and her upcoming challenge will be competing in the ILCA 6 class sailing at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

WIND in her sails!
Apart from being a niece to the company’s founder Jan Wind, Roos has several connections to WIND. WIND is of course a company specialising in cable logistics for the offshore wind industry. Wind is equally vital for Roos; without it, sailing becomes an even bigger challenge! A further connection is the shared Dutch heritage between Roos and the company, which is headquartered in Alkmaar in the northern part of the Netherlands. These links serve as the reason for the two to set sail together.

“We at WIND are immensely proud to sponsor this talented Dutch sailor for such a momentous event in her life. I have complete confidence in Roos for the 2028 Olympic Games and hope our collaboration will provide the wind in her sails as she sets out to compete in Los Angeles,” said Tom Nooij, CEO of WIND.

Who is Roos Wind?
Roos Wind (18 years old) was born and raised in Curacao and has been residing in Breukelen, Netherlands since 2017. Roos is the niece of Jan Wind, the founder of WIND Subsea Cable Services. In 2022, Roos Wind made a significant impression by securing third place during the Youth World Championship Sailing in Scheveningen. In December 2023, she achieved the title of world champion in sailing within the ILCA 6 International Laser Class Association under 19 category, held in Brazil. The Youth World Championship sailing is an annual event organised by World Sailing, where participants compete in various classes for world titles. With this world title, Roos concluded her youth career on a high note by being named the biggest sailing talent under 21. Since September, she has been part of the adult Dutch Sailing National Team with the intention to qualify for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

“I am incredibly grateful that WIND is sponsoring me for the campaign to reach the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. I’m also thrilled that the company will remain committed for the next four years as I train for the Olympics. It takes a lot to be among the best sailors at the senior level. You have to be physically strong to be able to sail the boat fast and you need to make smart tactical and strategic choices. In addition, every competition location is different: consider factors such as fresh/salt water, wind strength, waves and current. By training to get a little better every day, I hope to achieve my goal and reach the Olympics,” says Roos Wind regarding the agreement between the two parties.

Sail with Roos
Roos will provide updates every couple of months to keep you informed about her journey to the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. You can find these updates on WIND’s website and social media channels.
www.wind.nl

Team WINDyFriday conquers yet another 24 Peaks Challenge

WIND Group welcomes Draftec

Ensuring Safety and Efficiency: WIND Prepares for Cable Load-Out to “Giant 7”

There is a greener way to roll!

Amazing Grace is ready for operations!

WIND joins the IPF 2024 conference in New Orleans

WIND sponsors sailor Roos Wind’s Olympic Campaign

WIND is ready for 2024!

WIND is increasing its European cable storage yard capacity!

Annual Offshore Energy Exhibition & Conference

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