Canada Heads to WindEurope 2026: Marine Renewables Canada Leads Trade Mission to Advance Offshore Wind Opportunities
Halifax (Nova Scotia), April 17, 2026 – Marine Renewables Canada (MRC), with support from the Government of Canada, is on the ground next week at WindEurope 2026 in Madrid, Spain, leading a Canadian trade mission of 24 companies and organizations to advance international business opportunities and strengthen Canada’s position in the global offshore wind sector.
WindEurope is one of the world’s premier wind energy events, attracting more than 16,000 participants and 600 exhibitors from across the global energy industry. MRC is proud to host a Canada-focused exhibition booth at the event, showcasing the depth and diversity of Canadian expertise in offshore wind.
With world-class offshore wind resources, increasing policy alignment, and strong global demand for clean energy, Canada is well positioned to compete internationally. Participation at WindEurope provides a key platform for the Canadian delegation to showcase their capabilities, connect with established markets, and secure opportunities to supply products and services to offshore wind projects worldwide. It also supports efforts to attract investment and build the partnerships needed to advance projects in Canada.
The Canadian delegation brings together a diverse group of companies and organizations from across the offshore wind value chain, all focused on expanding into international markets and contributing to the growth of the global industry.
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“WindEurope provides an unparalleled opportunity for Canadian companies and organizations to connect with global partners, learn from established markets, and showcase the expertise they’ve established after decades working in ocean industries. With growing momentum in Nova Scotia and across Atlantic Canada, this is a critical moment to position our sector internationally and ensure Canadian businesses are part of the global offshore wind supply chain.” – Elisa Obermann, Executive Director, Marine Renewables Canada
“Nova Scotia has some of the best offshore wind resources in the world, and we are focused on turning that potential into jobs, investment, and long-term economic growth. With our Wind West initiative and a plan to award up to 5 GW of offshore wind in the first call for bids in 2026, we are showing the world that Nova Scotia is ready to lead. WindEurope is an opportunity to build the partnerships needed to move projects forward and grow our clean energy economy.” – The Honourable Tim Houston, Premier of Nova Scotia and Minister of Energy
Canadian Delegation:
- Angler Solutions Inc.
- ASL Environmental Sciences Inc.
- Atlantic Canada Bulk Terminal
- Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
- Atlantic Towing
- Bespoke Global Logistics & Strategies
- Bourque Industrial
- Cape Breton Partnership
- C-Core
- Cherubini Bridges & Structures
- Cox & Palmer
- Envigour Policy Consulting
- Holmes Maritime Inc.
- Jasco Applied Sciences
- Mi’kma’ki Energy Corp.
- Municipality of the County of Richmond
- Northgreen Capital Inc.
- Nova Scotia Department of Energy
- Nova Scotia Power
- Pedal & Shift
- Port of Argentia
- QSL Canada Inc.
- Seaforth Geosurveys Inc.
- Waterford Energy Services Inc.
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About Marine Renewables Canada (MRC)
MRC is the national association for tidal, offshore wind, wave and river current energy, representing technology and project developers, suppliers, utilities, Indigenous organizations, researchers, and communities. We strive to champion Canada’s growing marine renewable energy sector through advocacy, engagement, and education and expand market opportunities across the country and globally. Learn more at www.marinerenewables.ca.
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For media inquiries, please contact:
Anastasia Smolentseva
Senior Director, Communications
Marine Renewables Canada