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Star of the South seeks support from local businesses

By: Tom Russell 31/08/2022 Star of the South

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Local businesses can connect with future opportunities in Gippsland’s emerging offshore wind sector through a study now underway for what it poised to be Australia's first offshore wind farm - Star of the South.

The project is seeking out local businesses that supply goods and services needed for offshore wind projects and opportunities to grow local capabilities. Businesses who get involved may be featured in an offshore wind local supplier directory and promoted across the global offshore wind supply chain.

Star of the South stated it has identified more than 100 opportunities for Gippsland businesses to supply the offshore wind sector including welding, excavation, electrical, vessel and helicopter services, fencing and safety equipment.

The directory will also feature local steel, manufacturing, Traditional Owner, and social and inclusive procurement opportunities.

Gippsland businesses are already assisting in the development of Star of the South. Port Albert Fishin’ Charters has so far provided vessel services for offshore surveys and site visits.

"As a small Gippsland business, it's excellent to have an opportunity to work with Star of the South”, said Port Albert Fishin’ Charters Owner Brian Spiteri.

“I’m looking forward to an offshore wind industry coming to the region. I can see some great opportunities not only for my business, but for many others around Gippsland. I really encourage all local businesses to look at how they can make the most of what this new industry will bring”.

To be included in the study and directory, businesses are encouraged to register and identify their capabilities on the project’s ICN Gateway at gateway.icn.org.au before 30 September.

This work is co-funded through the Victorian Government’s Energy Innovation Fund, aimed at creating a competitive offshore wind sector in Victoria.

Star of the South CEO, Charles Rattray: said: “This work is important because it’ll connect local businesses that can help bring offshore wind projects to life with buyers from across the globe - not just for Star of the South but for other offshore wind projects in Australia and the world.

“We’re excited to show the world what Gippsland, Victoria and Australia has to offer and ensure local businesses are well-positioned to make the most of opportunities and grow local jobs.

“We expect our contractors to work with local suppliers, Traditional Owner and Indigenous-owned businesses, and social enterprises – the directory will make it easy for them and increase use of local businesses.

“Expressing interest through our ICN Gateway is the best first step to get involved.

“Gippsland is the first region to adopt offshore wind so local businesses have the opportunity to gain a foothold and competitive advantage in the industry.”

Star of the South is Australia’s first offshore wind project, proposed to be located off the south coast of Gippsland in Victoria. It is expected power for up to 1.2 million homes, or nearly 20% of the State’s energy needs. If the project is approved and proceeds to construction, the earliest work could start is around the middle of the decade, delivering energy for Victorian homes from 2028.

The project is in the feasibility phase with environmental assessments currently underway to inform project planning and approvals. If Star of the South is approved and proceeds to construction, works could start by the middle of this decade with full power before the end of the decade.

These investigations are co-funded with the Victorian Government through the Energy Innovation Fund. The Victorian Government announced in March that it plans to build up to 9 GW of offshore wind by 2040 with first power by 2028.

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