The EIC is proud to be hosting the UK Pavilion at WIND EXPO Japan taking place on 24 -26 March 2027.

Why Wind Expo Japan?

WIND EXPO is Japan’s largest and most influential wind energy trade show, serving as a premier platform for the latest technologies, market intelligence, and industry connections. With over 38,000 attendees, 120 national pavilions, and 850+ exhibitors, the show brings together global leaders across the wind energy value chain.

As Japan accelerates its journey toward carbon neutrality by 2050, wind power is expected to play a central role as a core energy source. WIND EXPO showcases a comprehensive range of solutions — from onshore and offshore wind turbines to wind farm construction, maintenance, operation, and cutting-edge offshore technologies.

The event is ideal for companies seeking to:

- Discover new business opportunities

- Gain technical insights and expert consultations

- Build and strengthen partnerships early in the project lifecycle

Whether you’re entering the Japanese market or expanding your presence in Asia, WIND EXPO offers unmatched visibility and access to key decision-makers in the wind energy sector.

Bookings open in the below order:

• 5 May 2026: EIC Global Members
• 12 May 2026: EIC Primary Members
• 19 May 2026: All Companies

Offshore wind power is an integral part of Japan’s decarbonisation strategy. The government aims to deploy 10 GW of offshore wind capacity by 2030 and 30-45 GW by 2040, including 15 GW of floating offshore wind, as part of its broader target to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

Currently, 458.59 MW of fixed-bottom offshore wind capacity has been installed across four projects with 72 wind turbines (average 6.37 MW per turbine). In addition, the floating Goto City Offshore Wind Farm began operations in January 2026 with 16.8 MW from eight turbines, each with a capacity of 2.1 MW.

The government has finalized a revised offshore wind auction framework effective April 2026, following the implementation of the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) legislation. The framework will apply to the 2026 re-auction of cancelled Round 1 sites off Akita and Chiba, as well as the upcoming Round 4 auction. It introduces a price floor, narrows the scoring gap to 20 points, and prioritizes project stability, detailed planning, and domestic procurement over speed and low-cost implementation.

Japan plans to achieve over 65% local content in its offshore wind supply chain by 2040. The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has signed an MoU with Vestas and Nippon Steel to support the localization of turbine component production.

These initiatives underscore Japan’s rapidly growing offshore wind market. With clear capacity targets, updated auctions, and strong local supply chains, Japan is set to become a hub for sustainable offshore wind investment.