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Event Details
Event: Offshore Wind Journal Conference – Balancing growth with emerging pressures
Date: 2 February 2026
Location:
Park Plaza London Riverbank
18 Albert Embankment
London, SE1 7TJ
Presentation: Autonomy in the Offshore and Wind Industry
Presented by:
Peter Solvang
Managing Director
DP & Marine Assurance Norway AS
As the offshore wind sector accelerates at unprecedented speed, the industry faces a defining challenge: how to balance rapid growth with increasing technical, regulatory and operational pressures. On 2 February 2026, industry leaders, vessel operators, developers and technical specialists will come together in London for the Offshore Wind Journal Conference: Balancing growth with emerging pressures—a one-day strategic event focused on the future of offshore wind and the vessels that support it.
DP & Marine Assurance Norway AS is proud to announce it is a gold sponsor and presenter of the Environmental Award for 2026. As well as our participation in this key industry forum, with a thought-provoking presentation delivered by Peter Solvang, Managing Director, titled:
Autonomy in the Offshore and Wind Industry
This presentation will explore one of the most talked-about and often misunderstood developments in offshore operations: autonomy, dynamic positioning (DP), and the emergence of un-crewed and remotely operated vessels in offshore wind projects.
Why This Conference Matters
The Offshore Wind Journal Conference has become a respected platform for discussing real-world challenges and opportunities facing the global offshore wind market. As projects move further offshore, into deeper water, and increasingly towards floating wind, vessel capability and assurance are no longer optional considerations—they are critical success factors.
The 2026 programme places strong emphasis on:
- Evolving vessel requirements for fixed and floating wind farms
- Operational risk, safety and assurance
- The growing role of digitalisation, autonomy and remote operations
- Aligning innovation with regulation and industry best practice
For DP & Marine Assurance Norway AS, this makes the conference the ideal setting to address one of the most pressing questions facing offshore wind operators today: how do we define, assess and assure DP capability in an increasingly autonomous future?
Autonomy, DP and a Changing Offshore Landscape
Dynamic positioning has long been a cornerstone of offshore marine operations, enabling vessels to maintain precise position and heading without anchors. However, as offshore wind pushes technological boundaries, the traditional definition of a DP vessel is being challenged.
In his presentation, Peter Solvang will take a deep dive into the fundamentals of DP and its application in modern offshore and wind operations, addressing questions that are increasingly being asked by developers, charterers, regulators and insurers alike.
Key topics include:
What is a DP vessel?
A clear and practical explanation of what defines a DP vessel—not just in terms of equipment, but in terms of capability, redundancy, human factors and operational intent.
When is a DP vessel not a DP vessel?
As vessels become more specialised and automation increases, some units blur the lines between DP, assisted positioning and advanced control systems. This session will explore where those boundaries truly lie, and why misclassification can create serious operational and contractual risk.
Can a USV be a DP vessel?
Un-crewed Surface Vessels (USVs) are already active in offshore wind for survey, inspection and monitoring tasks. But can they legitimately be considered DP vessels? And if so, under what conditions? This is a critical discussion for projects aiming to integrate USVs into safety-critical operations.
Challenges of USV DP activities in offshore and wind markets
From redundancy and control logic to assurance, responsibility and regulatory acceptance, the presentation will highlight the real-world challenges facing USV DP operations—and what the industry must address before widespread adoption becomes viable.
Why Attend This Presentation?
For offshore wind stakeholders, the shift toward autonomy brings both opportunity and risk. Reduced personnel exposure, lower operational costs and increased efficiency are attractive benefits—but only if systems are properly understood, assured and governed.
DP & Marine Assurance Norway AS brings a unique perspective to this conversation. With extensive experience in DP assurance, trials, audits, CMID inspections and marine risk management, the company operates at the intersection of technology, regulation and practical offshore operations.
Peter Solvang’s presentation is designed not as a sales pitch, but as an industry reality check—cutting through marketing language to address what autonomy and DP actually mean in operational terms.
Attendees will leave with:
- Greater clarity on DP definitions and limitations
- A better understanding of autonomy in offshore wind operations
- Insight into assurance challenges surrounding USVs
- Practical considerations for future vessel selection and project planning
Book Your Place and Join the Discussion
The offshore wind industry is evolving rapidly, and decisions made today will shape operational safety and efficiency for decades to come. Understanding how DP and autonomy truly fit into this future is essential for developers, vessel owners, project managers and regulators alike.
DP & Marine Assurance Norway AS invites conference delegates to attend this presentation and engage in an open, informed discussion on autonomy, DP vessels and the realities of un-crewed operations in offshore wind.
We look forward to welcoming you in London on 2 February 2026—and to helping shape a safer, smarter future for offshore wind.
