Our impact

Aligned with the national government policy and delivering on the Industrial Strategy’s and the Offshore Wind Sector Deal, we operate around five foundations of the Industrial Strategy – Ideas, People, Infrastructure, Business Environment and Places. We connect a range of experts from manufacturers, developers, operations and maintenance, skills providers, universities, local government and others to drive innovation in offshore wind energy and low-carbon sectors.

Ideas

£400k investmentin offshore wind studies

At Aura, we believe that collaboration is the key to pioneering innovation and growth. Read more about our ethos of working closely with others to deliver world-leading R&D to tackle challenges in the offshore sector head-on.

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Business environment

Over 300 SMEs engagedthrough the Aura Innovation Centre

Find out how Aura has developed pathways to help build a forward-thinking, unrivalled and vibrant supply chain whilst delivering economic value.

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Place

Over 30 inward investmentmissions to the Humber region.

The Humber is at the forefront of the offshore wind sector and is playing a leading role in securing the success of the industry for the UK and beyond. Discover how we’re combining knowledge and expertise to create growth and economic benefits for the region.

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Infrastructure

£12m Aura Innovation Centredesigned for innovation and collaboration

With impressive infrastructure capability already in the Humber, we’re continuously working with our partners to further support the UK’s clean energy targets by attracting further investment in R&D centres, facilities, supply chain and more.

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People

11 Siemens Gamesa apprenticeson MSc Offshore Wind at University of Hull

We’re creating innovative pathways to support the needs of the growing offshore wind sector, equipping more people with the critical skills and knowledge needed to benefit from the renewable energy revolution, driven by offshore wind. Find out how we’re increasing job mobility and creating a stronger workforce for future years to come.

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IDENTIFY AND OVERCOME SKILLS CHALLENGES IN OFFSHORE WIND

Read more about our approach to developing a sector wide strategy to bridge the skills gap, supporting the thousands of new jobs that need to be created as offshore wind becomes the backbone of a clean, reliable and affordable energy system.

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