Offshore Construction

Trump Administration Suspends Five Major East Coast Offshore Wind Projects

In December 2025, the Trump administration ordered construction on five major offshore wind projects to cease due to national security concerns related to radar interference. These included Vineyard Wind, Revolution Wind, Sunrise Wind Empire Wind and Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind; their developers are challenging this order in court.

China

Global Offshore Construction Industry Hits Milestones Amid Tight Market Conditions

Offshore construction activity over the month has seen wind cable installation progress in the US, new multi-purpose support vessel orders in Europe, and next generation construction support equipment contracts across Asia. Taken together, these suggest an industry tentatively increasing capacity and capability while effectively managing costs and meeting shifting project schedules.