Stillstrom by Maersk is set to deploy its offshore vessel charging solutions commercially in the UK, establishing a dedicated Aberdeen entity after seven years of development and collaboration with North Sea shipowners, suppliers, and regulators. The move marks a major step in bringing proven offshore charging systems to one of the world’s most active offshore wind markets.
Since 2019, Stillstrom has been advancing charging systems for service operations vessels (SOVs), among the most energy-intensive ships operating in wind farms. Extensive testing and collaboration with fleet owners and developers in Aberdeen is now translating into tangible momentum, with discussions underway with major global wind farms as well as partnership and compatibility agreements signed with leading SOV owner-operators.
In addition, Graeme Wood joins Stillstrom as UK Managing Director. He brings more than 40 years’ maritime and engineering experience, including board positions with Rever Offshore (formerly Bibby Offshore), Bibby Hydromap, Bibby Subsea, and Vroon Offshore Services, as well as senior leadership roles at ACE Winches, Aker Qserv, and Technip. Over the past four years, he has supported the development of Stillstrom’s integrated charging systems as a consultant and now leads the company’s commercial rollout in the UK.
Wood said: 'The UK is leading the way in offshore wind and maritime decarbonisation. Having a permanent presence in Aberdeen allows us to build on the momentum we’ve generated, working directly with operators to deliver a commercially viable offshore charging solution that keeps vessels on station longer without the use of fossil fuels. Stillstrom’s approach has always been to design a system that fits how offshore wind actually operates, and we are now ready to support the industry at scale.'
Kristian Borum Jørgensen, CEO of Stillstrom, said: 'Our offshore charging solutions are now ready for operational deployment. With a focused UK entity, it allows us to strengthen opportunities for our Aberdeen team to work closely with operators, developers and regulators as the offshore wind market expands, ensuring our systems integrate seamlessly into real-world operations.
'Graeme has been closely involved in the evolution of our technology from early studies and design through to build, testing, and commissioning, while working with vessel owners to ensure smooth integration. His leadership reflects both the strength of the market opportunity and the importance of supporting customers locally as offshore wind continues to grow in the North Sea.'
Stillstrom was recently recognised with the Emerging Technology award at the Offshore Achievement Awards, highlighting the company’s transition from development to deployable offshore power solutions and its readiness to support operational vessels across the sector.
Source: Stillstrom
