ORLEN Neptun supports talent development for offshore wind energy in Świnoujście

The goal of the “Polish Offshore Competence Center Szczecin-Świnoujście” program is to develop the knowledge and practical skills necessary to work in the offshore wind energy sector, as well as to build lasting cooperation between business, education and local communities.

“Offshore wind energy is one of the strategic directions for the development of the Polish maritime economy. In parallel with the implementation of these projects, we must build the human resources capacity that will ensure their long-term operation and further development. We support initiatives that align education with the needs of the modern economy and enable students to acquire practical competencies that meet the demands of the labor market. The collaboration between ORLEN Neptun, Świnoujście Offshore Terminal, and the Maritime School Complex in Świnoujście is a good example of an effective partnership between business and education. Supporting young people in acquiring the competencies sought by the labor market is a project for the future of the Polish offshore sector and the entire maritime economy”, notes Arkadiusz Marchewka, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Infrastructure.

“The development of the offshore wind energy sector will only be possible if, in parallel with the implementation of these projects, we build the competencies necessary for their development and their subsequent operation. That is why our collaboration with the Maritime School Complex in Świnoujście is of strategic importance to us. We want to inspire young people to build their future in an industry that will play a significant role in the development of the Polish economy”, admits Rafał Żendarski, President of the Management Board of Świnoujście Offshore Terminal.

“The Maritime School Complex in Świnoujście has been training personnel for the maritime economy for 66 years. The modern economy is changing very rapidly. That is why our school needs to be open to new opportunities. A special highlight of today’s oath-taking ceremony for first-year students is the signing of a cooperation agreement with ORLEN Neptun and Świnoujście Offshore Terminal. This is an honor and a very important step for us, as this partnership will allow our students to explore new areas of the maritime economy and gain knowledge directly from professionals working in the offshore wind sector. This is an opportunity for both the development of the school and our students, and in particular for enhancing their professional competence”, adds Marzena Gańcza, the headmaster of the Eng. Eugeniusz Kwiatkowski Maritime School Complex in Świnoujście.