IPF, the largest offshore renewable energy conference in the Americas, “Powers ON”, convening global industry for continued U.S. offshore renewable energy advancement
For Immediate Release: February 13, 2025
Media Contact: Luke Jeanfreau | [email protected] | 504-302-8079
BALTIMORE – Oceantic Network today released an agenda preview for its 2025 International Partnering Forum (IPF), the largest offshore renewables conference in the Americas, taking place April 28 to May 1 in Virginia Beach, Virginia. New in 2025, IPF will host an Ocean Renewables Summit, a Central Atlantic Supplier Fair, the Ventus Gala, and tours showcasing the local supply chain and Dominion Energy’s utility-scale offshore wind project. With America’s first wave of commercial-scale projects in operation and under construction, IPF will convene offshore wind industry leaders to chart the path forward for continued success.
“The American offshore wind industry is moving forward, supporting our nation’s economy, delivering jobs and local investment, and helping American homes and businesses Power ON,” said Liz Burdock, CEO at Oceantic Network. “This year’s IPF is the first U.S. industry gathering under the new federal administration, making it an essential platform for sharing vital information, strategizing on future directions, and bringing our community together. Now more than ever, it’s critical that the full industry convene and advance American-made offshore energy.”
At 2025 IPF, the U.S. offshore wind industry will gather to Power ON – celebrating its progress of $25 billion in investment and showcasing its thriving supply chain that stretches across 40 states. The offshore wind industry is creating jobs from California to Maine, delivering new business to local companies and advancing American energy independence. The theme also encapsulates the collective need to advance, adapt, and assert the role of domestic, renewable energy in national policy discussions.
“The City of Virginia Beach is honored to host the largest offshore renewable energy conference in the Americas,” said Virginia Beach Mayor Bobby Dyer. “The International Partnering Forum brings together thousands of offshore wind leaders from around the world each year. With our city’s investments, infrastructure, workforce, and strategic location, Virginia Beach is uniquely and proudly positioned to be the global hub of collaboration for offshore wind. As the home of the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project—the first project in federal waters and the largest offshore wind project in the U.S.—we are proud to be at the forefront of the industry. Virginia Beach is the natural choice for the 2025 International Partnering Forum and remains a leader in American renewable energy innovation.”
IPF Week will kick off Monday, April 28 with the U.S. Market Update featuring critical conversations with representatives of key states. They’ll discuss the recent federal changes and share how their states, the primary drivers of demand for offshore wind energy, continue to advance the industry, expand their supply chains and workforces, update their transmission infrastructure, and work to meet their clean energy goals.
“As a host sponsor of the 2025 IPF, LS GreenLink USA, Inc. is proud to support a platform that unites the brightest minds and leaders in the offshore energy industry,” said Patrick Y. Shim, managing director at LS Greenlink USA. “The collaboration and innovation fostered at IPF are essential to advancing the industry, and we are excited to contribute to the conversation. With the growing momentum in offshore wind development, events like IPF will continue to drive progress and help shape the future of renewable energy.”
2025 IPF’s keynote plenary session will take place Tuesday, April 29, where speakers will chart a course forward for offshore renewable energy and explore how to garner continued investments in ports, shipyards, steel mills, and factories in a way that also bolsters our nation’s security and global competitiveness. Additionally, attendees can get their start exploring the sold-out exhibit hall earlier this year, starting at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday. More details on the exhibit hall, the keynote plenary session, and other speakers will be released in the coming weeks.
For the first time, 2025 IPF will host the Ocean Renewables Summit, happening Wednesday, April 30, dedicated to offshore renewable energy sources besides offshore wind. The Summit brings together the offshore wind industry and providers of other ocean-based energy technologies such as wave, tidal, offshore solar, and more. Attendees will learn about these cutting-edge technologies, meet potential supply chain partners, and have day-of access to the Exhibit Hall. The Summit will reveal insights into pilot projects, co-location opportunities, and the policy frameworks needed to advance ocean renewables in the U.S.
Registration to attend the week-long event offers attendees full access to a host of programming tracks, focused summits, tours, business matching services, startup support, networking opportunities. IPF hotel reservations can be made online until March 30.
2025 IPF is supported by Host Sponsors Dominion Energy, LS GreenLink USA, RWE, and the City of Virginia Beach.
Members of the press can request a complementary pass to IPF online. For more information about IPF or to arrange an interview with an Oceantic spokesperson, contact Luke Jeanfreau at [email protected] or 504-302-8079.
Additional Information:
- Website: 2025 IPF
- Website: 2025 IPF Agenda
- Video: CEO Liz Burdock on What to Expect at IPF
- Program: U.S. Market Update
- Program: Ocean Renewables Summit
- Report: Offshore Energy at Work
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As a non-profit organization, Oceantic Network strives to help businesses find success in offshore wind and other ocean renewable industries. We’re mobilizing governments, corporations, and organized labor to take advantage of the vast offshore wind and renewable energy resources that lie in the world’s oceans. The collective, coordinated efforts of our 400+ members are equipping American communities with the tools they need to accelerate the transition to clean energy and create economic opportunities. For more information about Oceantic membership, products and services, visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn.
