Buchan Offshore Wind has unveiled a new office in central Glasgow, marking a key milestone for one of Scotland's most advanced commercial‑scale floating offshore wind projects.

The opening was highlighted during a visit by UK Energy Minister Michael Shanks MP, underscoring the project's growing team and its potential to stimulate large‑scale manufacturing and long‑term economic value in Scotland.

Speaking at the opening, Minister Shanks said: "I'm delighted that Buchan Offshore Wind has opened a new base in Glasgow. It’s a real marker of momentum in our clean power mission to back good jobs and supply‑chain opportunities, bringing more of that work and expertise together here in Scotland.

"With plans to develop floating foundation manufacturing capacity in the north of Scotland later this decade, this is exactly the kind of long‑term industrial vision we want to see, strengthening energy security and supporting communities as we build a clean powered future."

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Clare Lavelle, Project Director at Buchan Offshore Wind, described the launch as part of a broader national opportunity for Scotland and the UK in floating wind.

She said: "The United Kingdom – and Scotland in particular – are showing that we can be genuine global clean energy leaders.

"With our deep waters, powerful winds, range of ports and decades of offshore expertise operating in the North Sea, it's clear Scotland is the natural home for this new global industry to develop and grow.

"Buchan Offshore Wind is a pioneering development – one that showcases how Scotland can harness its natural advantages to create a globally competitive floating offshore wind industry. Today’s office opening marks the next step in that journey."

The project is a near‑1 GW commercial‑scale floating offshore wind farm located about 75 km northeast of Fraserburgh. It will feature up to 70 floating turbines mounted on concrete foundations manufactured in Scotland. Once operational, the wind farm is expected to generate enough clean electricity to power more than one million homes, making a significant contribution to the UK's long‑term energy security.

It is forecast to support around 2,900 jobs during construction and deliver over £2 billion in economic value to Scotland across its lifetime. Clare Lavelle added: “Recent global events have shown that energy security is economic security. Homegrown floating offshore wind is now essential national infrastructure – providing secure and stable power for households and industry across the UK.”