The University of Strathclyde and Japan Marine United Corporation (JMU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance maritime engineering and offshore renewable energy.
The partnership focuses initially on standardising and mass-producing floating offshore wind turbines. It combines Strathclyde’s research expertise with JMU’s industrial capabilities.
Professor Maurizio Collu said the collaboration will address technical and manufacturing challenges in floating offshore wind, especially standardisation and scalability. Haruki Yoshimoto of JMU added it will generate practical insights to improve reliability and design rationalisation of FOWTs.
The MoU encourages knowledge-sharing, organisational connections, and collaborative networks. It also supports joint education and professional development through seminars, workshops, and lectures.
Strathclyde is internationally recognised for wind energy research, including turbine control, system optimisation, and offshore wind engineering. JMU, a leading Japanese shipbuilder, has advanced floating offshore wind technology since 1999. The company’s Jade Wind floater is planned for large-scale government-led installations, moving the sector toward commercialisation.
