Poland bets on offshore wind. President signs offshore energy bill into law

The signing of the revised Offshore Wind Energy Act by the president marks a significant step forward for Poland’s offshore wind sector. With the newly introduced regulations, investors gain increased predictability—crucial for deploying multi-billion-dollar investments and scaling projects in an ever-changing cost environment. The amendments address key concerns of the industry, such as simplifying administrative procedures, streamlining auction processes, and introducing solutions that improve the likelihood of a successful outcome for the first offshore wind auction scheduled for December 17, 2025. This move signals not only the stability but also the growing maturity of the Polish offshore wind market.

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05 november 2025   |   17:55   |   Source: Gazeta Morska   |   Prepared by: Oskar Wojciechowski   |   Print

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- The president’s signature sends a clear message that offshore wind energy is becoming a strategic pillar of Poland’s energy transformation and a step toward a secure, clean energy future for the country. It is encouraging to see that offshore wind development is receiving broad bipartisan support because these investments benefit the entire economy and future generations of Poles, said Janusz Gajowiecki, president of the Polish Wind Energy Association.

Regulatory stability and easier access to financing

From the perspective of developers and financial institutions, the revision of the Offshore Wind Act enhances the transparency and stability of the support mechanisms, leading to easier access to financing and reduced investment risk. For the industrial and infrastructure sectors, these changes present an opportunity to accelerate the development of the supply chain—from component manufacturing, logistics, and the construction of service ports to engineering services and installation.

The new regulations increase the certainty of realizing planned offshore wind projects in Poland's maritime zones, which had been uncertain prior to the revisions, particularly regarding the outcome of the first auction. With these changes, the first auction is expected to proceed with greater predictability, and a backup intervention auction in 2026 will ensure continued progress in case the 2025 auction fails. The new provisions provide a solid foundation for meeting Poland's 2040 energy policy targets, as well as the objectives of the National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP).

Growth of local content in the offshore supply chain

A key feature of the new regulations is the increased predictability, which enhances the development of “local content” in the offshore wind value chain. Polish companies—ranging from shipyards to steel producers, logistics firms, and service providers—now have a greater opportunity to participate not only in domestic projects but also in European offshore wind projects. However, this potential requires a coordinated industrial policy and investment in infrastructure, skills, and advanced production technologies.

In the coming years, offshore wind development is poised to become a major growth driver for Poland’s coastal regions and its industrial sector, particularly for shipbuilding and the production of components used in offshore wind energy systems.

Challenges remain – grid integration, cost management, and social acceptance

Despite the positive developments, the offshore wind industry in Poland faces several ongoing challenges, including the integration of new offshore capacity into the national grid, management of CAPEX and OPEX costs, and ensuring social and environmental acceptance of projects. While the law revision provides a solid foundation, the real test will come in the practical implementation of projects. This will determine whether Poland can build a competitive, sustainable offshore wind market that remains resilient and attractive to investors.

Offshore wind Poland 2025 conference – key moment for the sector

The president’s signing of the revised Offshore Wind Act gains added significance in light of the upcoming Offshore Wind Poland 2025 conference, organized by the Polish Wind Energy Association. This year’s conference, scheduled shortly after the law revision, will be a pivotal moment for the Polish offshore wind market. The event will take place just ahead of the first offshore wind auction, which will set the pace for the sector’s development in the coming years.

Discussions at the conference will focus on regulatory stability, financing for projects, infrastructure development, and building the national offshore supply chain. The event will bring together government representatives, investors, financial institutions, and industry players to jointly define the direction for the future of Poland's offshore wind sector. It will be a key platform for collaboration, turning ambitious energy transformation goals into concrete business and investment actions.

The revision of the Offshore Wind Energy Act marks a significant step toward ensuring a sustainable future for the offshore wind industry in Poland. Supported by stable regulatory frameworks and enhanced predictability, Poland is on track to become a leading player in the European offshore wind market, driving the country's energy transformation forward.

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