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Published by OOPSONLINE.IN · Source: The Manila Times · 1 min read · · Updated
What actually happened
THE Philippines must urgently fix critical gaps in port infrastructure, seabed data, and workforce certifications or risk missing out on its offshore wind potential, a maritime executive warned. Carl Martin Faannessen, CEO of Noatun Maritime and president of the Philippines-Norway Business Council, told industry leaders and policymakers at the recent Manila Times Offshore Wind Forum that despite vast natural resources and dozens of awarded contracts, the country cannot build a viable offshore wind industry without foundational onshore and technical readiness.
Key points
- THE Philippines must urgently fix critical gaps in port infrastructure, seabed data, and workforce certifications or risk missing out on its offshore wind potential, a maritime executive warned.
- Carl Martin Faannessen, CEO of Noatun Maritime and president of the Philippines-Norway Business Council, told industry leaders and policymakers at the recent Manila Times Offshore Wind Forum that despite vast natural resources and dozens of awarded contracts, the country cannot build a viable offshore wind industry without foundational onshore and technical readiness.
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