Atlas NextWave played a vital role in supporting the successful delivery of South Fork Wind - the United States’ first commercial-scale offshore wind farm. A joint venture between Ørsted and Eversource, the 12-turbine, 132 MW development now powers approximately 70,000 homes across Long Island. Through a mix of technical project personnel, union labour, and offshore construction management support, Atlas NextWave contributed to a milestone achievement for clean energy in North America.
Project:
South Fork Wind
Scope of Work:
Project Staffing, Union Labour Provision, Offshore Construction Support, Substation Installation
Duration:
Location:
New York, USA
Atlas NextWave’s mix of white-collar expertise and union labour was vital to South Fork Wind’s success - their local network and responsiveness set them apart.
Delivering America’s first commercial-scale offshore wind farm required a complex and multi-phased workforce solution. With multiple clients involved, including Ørsted, Boskalis, BGB Renewables, and Van Oord, the project demanded flexible yet reliable staffing support across consenting, permitting, construction, and offshore installation. In addition, union labour compliance and coordination were essential due to the U.S. regulatory landscape and project-specific requirements.
Atlas NextWave deployed a robust mix of project professionals, offshore specialists, and union labour to ensure efficient and compliant operations across all phases of the South Fork Wind development. Services included:
Atlas NextWave ensured that all staffing complied with union requirements, safety protocols, and international maritime employment standards – enabling our clients to maintain momentum in a complex regulatory environment.
Atlas NextWave recorded over 70,000 union labour man-hours throughout the South Fork Wind project – a significant milestone in the delivery of this pioneering offshore wind farm. Our ability to source, manage, and coordinate diverse personnel across multiple contractors helped keep the project on schedule while maintaining safety and quality standards.
This case underscores Atlas NextWave’s strength in providing integrated staffing and union workforce solutions for offshore wind projects in emerging global markets.
Atlas NextWave is a trusted partner in delivering tailored offshore staffing solutions across both established and developing markets. Our experience in navigating complex labour frameworks, including union and non-union environments, enables our clients to focus on project delivery, not administrative challenges.
Our involvement in South Fork Wind highlights our growing presence in North America and our continued commitment to accelerating the global energy transition through people-driven excellence.
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