October 23 - 25, 2024
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Below is a preliminary agenda for the 2024 New Bedford Offshore Wind Conference, which will continue to be updated as the conference draws closer. This year’s agenda will include four program tracks (Supply Chain Development, Workforce Development & Training, Innovation & Technology, and Ports & Vessels), presentations, panel discussions, fireside chats, facility and port tours, and ample time for networking. Set in historic downtown New Bedford and designed to be an interactive and experiential event, the NBOC’s Annual Offshore Wind Conference is not to be missed! View last year’s agenda.
Wednesday
23
Morning/Afternoon
Offshore Wind Cables Pre-Conference event in partnership with Global Underwater Hub
The event will bring together key stakeholders from across the cable and energy industries. Attendees will learn about the latest developments in cables and interconnectors manufacturing and protection, understand challenges around installation, inspection and maintenance, and discover more about planned projects and the size of the market opportunity. Registration is separate and will open soon.
Evening
Kick-Off Reception & Facility Tour at Massachusetts Maritime Academy
Thursday
24
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Afternoon
Ecosystem Tour (Multiple Facilities)
Program Tracks:
Supply Chain Development & Integration
The O&M Supply Chain, Opportunities for Local Engagement
The State of Manufacturing in New England to Support Offshore Wind
Workforce Development & Training
In Demand Skills to Support O&M
Understanding Project Labor Agreements for Successful, Local Hiring
Research, Innovation & Technology
Joint Dutch/U.S. Research & Development Opportunities for Offshore Wind
Joint Industry Research and Monitoring to Mitigate the Impacts of Offshore Wind on Fisheries
Ports & Vessels
The Feeder Barge System: Meeting U.S. Offshore Wind Demand
Vessel Mobilization for O&M and Construction
Port Tour by Boat
Flash Talks
Evening
Cocktail Reception
Friday
25
Morning
Networking Breakfast
Keynote Presentations
Program Tracks:
Supply Chain Development & Integration
HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environment, Quality) Standards, What Companies Need to Know to Work in Wind
How to Tap into the Offshore Wind Supply Chain, Tips from the Experts
Workforce Development & Training
Vineyard Wind 1 Jobs Report – Outcomes, Learnings, Next Steps for Industry Growth
Best Practices for Engaging the Next Generation Workforce in Offshore Wind
Research, Innovation & Technology
Floating Offshore Wind: Key Technologies and Gulf of Maine Developments
Future Technologies for Operations & Maintenance
Ports & Vessels
Emerging Technologies for Vessel Efficiency and Safety
Port Infrastructure Development, Meeting Industry Demand While Advancing Carbon Neutrality