Gazelle Wind Power secures TUPEM authorisation for OWP

Wind Energy – Demo Project

Gazelle Wind Power has achieved a project milestone with the approval of a 10-year TUPEM permit, paving the way for the deployment of its 2MW Nau Azul floating wind demonstration project, located off the coast of Aguçadoura, Portugal.

This project showcases the company’s floating offshore wind technology, which aims to develop deep water wind resources to strengthen Europe’s energy security through scalable renewable energy.

The TUPEM permit, issued by Portugal’s Directorate-General for Natural Resources, Safety, and Maritime Services (DGRM), grants Gazelle Wind Power Portugal the exclusive right to occupy and use a designated area of national maritime space for the installation, operation, and testing of its innovative floating platform technology.

The project is a critical step in demonstrating that Gazelle’s patented, lightweight, modular design can unlock deep water wind energy while also reducing the levelised cost of energy.

The Nau Azul project will use Gazelle’s patented platform, which uses a unique geometry and counterweight system that reduces the use of steel – helping to significantly reduce CAPEX and simplify industrialisation. Its compact design allows it to be deployed from shallow ports, resulting in a small footprint and lower overall costs.

The project site, located in Aguçadoura, is a landmark for offshore energy innovation, having previously hosted WindFloat 1, one of Europe’s earliest floating wind pilot projects.

In addition to generating a range of economic benefits for the region, including the creation of new jobs across the local supply chain, Gazelle is also working with local educational organisations such as IPVC, INESCTEC, and INESCTEC.OCEAN to reimagine floating offshore wind by advancing the underlying science. From manufacturing and assembly to marine operations and ongoing maintenance, the Nau Azul project will support skilled employment opportunities and help stimulate sustainable economic growth in the Viana do Castelo area.

Original Source: https://ocean-energyresources.com/2025/04/13/gazelle-wind-power-secures-tupem-authorisation-for-owp/