Electrification Consulting for Offshore and Subsea Projects
Widespread electrification is central to meeting growing global energy demand while achieving decarbonisation targets set out in the Paris Agreement. Across the energy, maritime and offshore sectors, the transition from fossil-fuel-based systems to electrical power is now a strategic necessity rather than a future ambition.
ABL provides electrification consulting services that support this transition, helping clients design, upgrade and integrate electrical systems that are efficient, resilient and fit for long-term operation.
Electrification and renewables reshaping energy systems
The rapid deployment of renewable energy sources – including offshore wind, solar and hydroelectric power – is fundamentally changing how energy is generated, distributed and consumed. Electrification and renewables are increasingly interdependent, with electrical infrastructure forming the backbone of a low-carbon energy system.
However, electrification requires more than generation capacity. Electrical grids must evolve to manage higher loads, decentralised generation and variable supply, while maintaining system stability. At the same time, ports, vessels and offshore structures require significant upgrades to accommodate new operational demands.
ABL applies a holistic electrification approach, integrating renewable energy, grid infrastructure and end-use systems to deliver scalable, practical solutions across complex environments.
Overcoming marine, offshore, and subsea electrification challenges
Electrification introduces technical, operational and regulatory challenges across the value chain. ABL supports clients through early-stage advisory, detailed engineering and project execution support across marine, offshore and subsea electrification environments.
Port Infrastructure
- Emissions generated by vessels while alongside infrastructure not designed for large-scale vessel electrification
- Matching renewable power supply with variable vessel demand
Vessel Design
- Transition to battery and hybrid-electric vessels
- Integration with port and offshore charging infrastructure
- Redundancy, safety and operational resilience
Offshore Structure Electrification
- Electrification of offshore assets and charging stations
- Integration of novel technologies
- Managing operational risk and skills gaps
Grid Connection
- Grid infrastructure was not built for increased electrical loads
- New renewable generation requirements
- Network resilience and grid code compliance
Battery Energy Storage Systems
- Battery Energy Storage Systems integration
- Grid connection constraints and high connection costs
- Regulatory, cybersecurity and supply-chain risks
Our electrification consulting solutions
ABL delivers electrification consulting expertise across the full project lifecycle, from concept and feasibility through to design, delivery and assurance, supporting onshore, offshore, and subsea electrification projects.
Ports & Onshore Facilities
- Cold-ironing and shore power systems
- Vessel battery charging facilities and integration
- Port electrical infrastructure and Power-to-X systems
- Battery Energy Storage Systems
Vessels
- Electric and hybrid propulsion for newbuilds and retrofits
- Battery and fuel-cell propulsion and power distribution
- Offshore and onshore charging solutions
- Redundant power systems and FMEA for hybrid vessels
Offshore Oil & Gas
- Electrification of offshore structures
- Offshore substation design and engineering
- AC/DC offshore transmission systems
- Offshore charging station design
Grid Interconnection
- Grid connection applications and offer review
- Curtailment and power system studies
- Grid code compliance and technical assurance
Energy Storage Systems
- Technical advisory across the full energy storage lifecycle
- Experience in hybrid renewable and storage projects
- Lenders’ Technical Advisor support for project financing
The value ABL brings
Extensive track record in renewables and offshore engineering
Ability to resolve complex technical challenges analytically
Global presence across 77+ offices in 44+ countries
Wide range of specialist subject matter experts
Collaboration across service lines and disciplines
Speak to an electrification specialist
ABL’s electrification consulting services are led by experienced technical specialists with hands-on delivery expertise across offshore, maritime and energy transition projects.
For project-specific discussions on port-side, offshore, or subsea electrification, clients are encouraged to connect with Jeff Fodiak, Lead Principal Electrical Engineer and Director of Americas.
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