Energy Transition Zone Ltd

ETZ Ltd is delighted to share that our Quarterly Update is now available.    In this edition, we outline key advancements across the Energy Transition Zone and highlight regional progress as we continue to support our world-class supply chain and regional partners.    North East Scotland has once again been identified as a preferred location for major offshore renewables investment, this time for the Bowdun Offshore Wind Farm. ETZ Ltd has secured significant additional funding to strengthen our leadership, while Scotland’s First Minister has reaffirmed the region as the destination of choice for developing energy skills.

𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝 ‘𝐔𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐍: 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬’, 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 Scottish Development International Spaces are filling fast - this event is a critical opportunity for low carbon energy businesses to access South East Asia’s rapidly growing markets. Hear directly from expert speakers representing companies such as Scotsbridge, Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce and EIC (Energy Industries Council), amongst others, with proven experience in international trade and energy transition across ASEAN. Secure your place now, by visiting: https://lnkd.in/eGqqAuta See the full agenda below. Nicola McGeown | Freda Miller | Lisa Law | David Wilson

We recently hosted an interactive workshop with Great British Energy, bringing together industry leaders to discuss the funding programme aimed at strengthening UK supply chains for offshore wind and clean energy technologies. This initiative forms part of a wider £1 billion investment strategy to accelerate the UK’s clean energy transition and drive regional growth. Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the insightful conversations! Nicola McGeown | Freda Miller | David Wilson | Martin McCormack | Rob Gilbert | John Underhill | Iain Cocker

ETZ Ltd’s Chief Executive, Maggie McGinlay, recently featured in Holyrood Communications Magazine, shared her perspective on why a managed and seamless transition is critical for Scotland’s energy future.   She emphasised the need to recognise the role oil and gas has played, and will continue to play, in enabling the energy industry to capitalise on new opportunities, while safeguarding our workforce, world-class supply chain, and key infrastructure.   Read the full article below: https://lnkd.in/e6B4ixVe

Register now to secure your place at our internationalisation event ‘Unlocking ASEAN: Export Opportunities for North East Scotland Supply Chains’, hosted in partnership with Scottish Development International. With limited spaces available, this event offers a timely opportunity for businesses across the low carbon energy sector to explore South East Asia’s fast-growing markets.   Attendees will gain strategic insights from expert speakers, each bringing valuable experience in international trade and energy transition across the ASEAN region.   Don’t miss this chance to position your business for global growth and contribute to North East Scotland’s international success. Link to register in the comments. Nicola McGeown

Last week, ETZ Ltd attended the Floating Offshore Wind 2025 exhibition and conference, hosted by RenewableUK and Scottish Renewables. The event provided an excellent opportunity to connect with professionals from the offshore wind and wider energy sector.   To conclude the first day, we hosted a networking evening at the Aberdeen Art Gallery, in collaboration with Invest Aberdeen. Guests heard from Maggie McGinlay, Chief Executive at ETZ Ltd, Alan Wood, Director of Environment and Infrastructure Services at Aberdeenshire Council, and Andy Overton, Head of Business Development at Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult.   On day two, we welcomed attendees to an informal breakfast at our stand, while showcasing ETZ Ltd and wrapping up a couple of days full of meaningful conversations and new connections that will help drive the energy transition forward. Isla Robb | Neil Young | David Wilson | Jacqui Watt | Karri Tough

The latest ETZ Ltd Strategy Shift programme wrapped up with a collaborative session that brought participants together to share experiences, and build valuable connections. The day also included a tour of Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult's FLOWIC, offering a first-hand look at pioneering technologies and innovation in action.   ETZ Ltd’s Strategy Shift programme is designed to help supply chain companies identify their capabilities and align with low-carbon and green energy opportunities, while equipping participants with strategic roadmaps to navigate the energy transition.   To learn more about Strategy Shift and explore ETZ Ltd’s full range of supply chain support programmes, visit our website and discover how your business can get involved. Nicola McGeown | Hugh Riddell

Last month we hosted a Masterclass on Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) at Score Group in Peterhead. Delivered in partnership with NECCUS and the EIC (Energy Industries Council), the event brought together the supply chain from across North East Scotland for an insightful session focused on the future of CCUS in Scotland.   It was a valuable day spent in Aberdeenshire, reinforcing the collective regional commitment to a low-carbon future.   In this video our director of Hydrogen and CCUS, Martin McCormack, shares some key takeaways from the event. Nicola McGeown | Lisa Law | Freda Miller | David Wilson