Record APAC Offshore Wind Activity Drives Acceleration of Development Processes
The Offshore Wind Race Heats Up in APAC
Offshore wind development in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is surging ahead. With 10 GW of projects entering tendering in 2025, and forecasts showing a sixfold increase in operational capacity by 2030, APAC has become one of the most dynamic and competitive offshore wind markets globally.
This growth is prompting developers to embrace early-stage screening and modeling tools at an unprecedented scale. In fact, Youwind estimates that APAC developers are currently evaluating 20 times more projects and configurations than they were five years ago.
The Challenge: High Volume, High Stakes
High Volume, High Stakes
Countries such as Japan, South Korea, China, and Taiwan are leading the regional charge. Japan, for instance, aims for 10 GW by 2030 and up to 45 GW by 2040. But with tender competition intensifying—especially in upcoming rounds like Japan’s fourth tender in early 2025—developers must act faster and smarter than ever.
To stay competitive, developers face key challenges:
- Navigating regulatory hurdles
- Managing supply chain constraints
- Performing robust wind resource assessment and site suitability studies
- Evaluating multiple prospective sites simultaneously
The Solution: Accelerated Workflows with Youwind’s Platform
Youwind’s platform has emerged as a trusted solution across the APAC region. Over the last two years, it has supported 10 successful offshore wind projects in Japan and nearby markets, totaling 9 GW of capacity.
Key Capabilities:
- Early stage screening (formerly Pixel+)
- Layout design and optimization
- Scenario comparison for wind farms
- Bankable yield assessment using high-resolution Time Series data
- GIS constraint analysis with environmental and permitting layers
By adopting Youwind’s web-based platform, APAC developers have been able to:
- Reduce site screening time by up to 80%
- Quickly adapt to policy and market changes
- Improve success rates in highly competitive tenders
Strategic Outlook: Agility Is the New Advantage
According to Anna Rivera, CEO and Founder of Youwind:
“As APAC’s offshore wind market continues to grow at an unprecedented pace, we’re seeing record demand for Youwind’s solutions. By adopting a strategic approach and leveraging the right tools, developers can ensure long-term success in one of the world’s most dynamic markets”.
Final Takeaway: In APAC, Speed Wins
With the next wave of tenders on the horizon and capacity goals rising fast, APAC developers can no longer rely on traditional, linear project workflows. The market demands platforms that deliver speed, precision, and strategic insight from the very first screening step.
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