Offshore wind energy is an important milestone in Taiwan's energy transformation. The localization of the industry is the main project promoted by the government. Among them, wind turbine towers and foundation are the key components of localization; currently, wind power system operators are mainly based on EU system manufacturers, so there is an urgent need for welding technology talents for production and manufacturing management. To complement the talent gap in the industry, ENCONAcademy is now working with German DVS/SLV, Metal Industries Research & Development Centre and Taiwan Welding Society to accelerate the training of international welding engineers to meet the needs of industrial development.

The first batch of trainees included 11 major manufacturers of domestic offshore wind energy structure manufacturers were all passed– they are SINGDA Marine Structure, CSBS Corporation, Tai-Shing Engineering and Construction, Wanchi Steel, Far East Machinery, etc. The relevant courses were completed at the end of April after three months of intensive training. The examiner was led by Mr. Joerg Vogelsang, CEO of the German Welding Association to conduct the oral and written test items. On June 13th, the charter ceremony was held at Metal Industries Research & Development Centre, witnessed by the Industries Development Bureau of the Ministry of Economic Affairs. Dr. Chiu-Feng Lin, the President of Metal Industries Research & Development Centre, who is also known the Chairman of the Taiwan Welding Society issued the certificates to the trainees, this symbolizes that the domestic offshore wind energy industry is taking a big step forward.

In the future, ENCONAcademy will gradually introduce technology management and talent cultivation mechanisms in line with international development in response to the needs of domestic industrial development. Dr. Chiu-Feng Lin said that how to create more business cooperation opportunities and professional needs to respond to the 20 wind farms in Taiwan's offshore wind energy industry in 2025 and the world's major wind power plants will set off a wave of investment and the mature market is just around the corner. Metal Industries Research & Development Centre will provide the latest in construction technology and quality requirements (EN1090, EN10901, ISO3834), anti-corrosion coating (FROSIO), and international marine engineering specifications for high-quality steel structures required for offshore wind energy. The most complete talent cultivation curriculum provides the great assistance to the development of domestic industry.