What The Wind Academy does

The Wind Academy is an offshore wind training provider based at the Port of Blyth in North East England, delivering GWO-certified safety and technical training alongside City & Guilds Assured technical programmes for the renewable energy workforce. Its core technology consists of instructor-led training delivered through purpose-built test rigs at Port of Blyth for cable testing, fibre optic testing, and high voltage training, plus recently refurbished facilities including the Old Carpenter's Shop. The course portfolio spans entry-level GWO Basic Safety Training (BST), Advanced Rescue Training (ART), Basic Technical Training (BTT), and a deeper specialist layer covering fibre optic, medium voltage 33kV, high voltage 66kV, subsea cable testing and fault location, and product-specific certifications from Pfisterer, NKT, and Nexans, with the company becoming the first UK firm accredited to deliver GWO's new HV Cable Pulling standard. ROV training (IMCA accredited), GWO Enhanced First Aid, GWO Slinger Signaller, ActSafe Power Ascender, ICS R-ALF Rescue, and Fast Reporter training round out the catalogue.

The business operates a hybrid B2C and B2B model: individual learners book courses directly via the website (one-time course fees, pricing quote-based and not publicly disclosed), while employers engage the sales team for workforce training contracts, and limited fully funded Skills Bootcamps are delivered in partnership with New College Durham under Department for Education eligibility criteria. Revenue diversification was materially expanded in 2025 through the online launch of TWA Global Resourcing, a sister recruitment division that deploys trained technicians globally (UK, Taiwan, Europe, USA), creating a closed-loop training-to-employment offering that competitors without parallel recruitment capability cannot easily replicate. Ancillary revenue is generated by on-site offshore medical certification services at the Blyth centre. Distribution combines direct website booking, inside sales for enterprise contracts, channel partnerships with New College Durham, TTE Middlesbrough, and Port Training Services, and event-driven demand generation through Offshore Wind North East exhibitions, JDR Networking Lunches, and Forces Transition Group veteran recruitment fairs.

Name

The Wind Academy

Legal name

The Wind Academy Ltd

Website

https://windacademy.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2024

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Wind Academy is a UK-based GWO-certified offshore wind training provider based at Port of Blyth, delivering instructor-led safety, technical, fibre optic, and high voltage courses to new entrants, existing technicians, and employers, complemented by its sister recruitment arm TWA Global Resourcing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Offshore wind vocational training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Renewable Energy Electrical (Solar PV, Wind, Storage) (EDAOABAI)

Keywords

• Offshore wind training
• GWO safety training
• Cable jointing courses
• Fibre optic training
• Wind turbine technician training

Headquarters

HQ city

Blyth

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Training Course Fees: One-time course fees for GWO-certified and City & Guilds training programmes ranging from 0.5-day refresher courses to 10-day intensive courses. Individual learners and employers can book courses directly.
2. Offshore Medical Services: Medical certification services provided at the Blyth training centre by Dr Maria Jackson, available to book alongside training courses or separately.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Wind Academy is an offshore wind training provider delivering GWO-certified and City & Guilds assured vocational training courses at Port of Blyth in North East England. The portfolio spans foundational safety courses (BST, ART, EFA, Slinger Signaller, Enhanced First Aid), technical training (BTT), and specialist cable-related courses (fibre optic, subsea cable testing, MV 33kV, HV 66kV, Pfisterer/NKT/Nexans jointing certifications, HV Cable Pulling), plus ROV training, offshore medical certification, and recruitment services via sister company TWA Global Resourcing.

Product overview

The Wind Academy is an offshore wind training provider based in North East England offering a comprehensive portfolio of vocational training courses and services. The core offerings include GWO-certified safety training (Basic Safety Training BST, Advanced Rescue Training ART, Basic Technical Training BTT) as the foundational entry-level programmes, supplemented by specialist technical training modules including fibre optic, subsea cable testing, and high voltage cable jointing/termination courses (City & Guilds assured programmes). Additional offerings include ROV training, offshore medical services, and specialist equipment training. The company operates as a training services provider rather than a software platform, delivering courses through instructor-led training at Port of Blyth locations. The sister company TWA Global Resourcing provides a complementary recruitment pathway helping learners transition from training into employment. TWA Global Resourcing was launched online in September 2025 as a new service offering under the corporate group.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) Combined five mandatory Global Wind Organisation training courses delivered over 5 days (or 3-day refresher) covering GWO Fire Awareness, GWO First Aid, GWO Working at Height, GWO Manual Handling, and GWO Sea Survival. Required for new entrants into the offshore wind industry.
• GWO Advanced Rescue Training (ART) 3-day advanced training enabling participants to perform entry-type injured person rescue operations using industry-standard rescue equipment, methods, and techniques exceeding those learned in GWO BST Working at Height.
• GWO Basic Technical Training (BTT) 4-day course consisting of four modules (Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, Bolt Tightening) providing necessary training for basic servicing and maintenance tasks in wind turbine environments. Additionally offers BTT Installation module for entry-level installation roles.
• Field Technician Fibre Optic for Offshore Wind (City & Guilds Level 3) 5-day City & Guilds Assured Programme covering cable handling, routing, stripping, enclosure components, fusion splicing, OTDR testing and reporting for fibre optic installation in offshore wind environments.
• Advanced Fibre Optic Testing Analysis & Reporting (City & Guilds) 5-day City & Guilds Assured Programme covering OTDR set-up requirements, testing, fault location, and FastReporter practical sessions for offshore network testing uni and bi-directional.
• Field Technician Medium Voltage 33kV for Offshore Wind (City & Guilds Level 3) City & Guilds Level 3 programme developed for cable installation in offshore wind, covering cable handling, routing, heating blankets, gas testing, and cable preparation.
• Field Technician High Voltage 66kV for Offshore Wind (City & Guilds Level 3) City & Guilds Level 3 programme for learners with existing cable jointing and termination experience. Covers MV/HV Connex cable connection systems and includes ROV Awareness option.
• Subsea Cable Testing and Fault Location (City & Guilds) City & Guilds Assured Programme equipping engineers and technicians with knowledge and practical skills for testing, analysing, and pre-locating faults on subsea cables safely and effectively.
• High Voltage Jointing & Termination (Pfisterer) 1-day hands-on training course covering accessory installation for MV/HV Connex Pfisterer Size 1, 2, 3, 3S & 4 up to 72.5kV and Seanex 66kV cable connection systems. Successful completion results in Pfisterer certification.
• High Voltage Jointing & Termination (NKT 72kV) Hands-on training covering accessory installation for NKT 72CB product. Successful completion results in NKT certification on the product. For MV and HV Cable Jointers requiring product knowledge and certification.
• High Voltage Jointing & Termination (Nexans 66kV) 2-day hands-on training covering accessory installation for Nexans 66kV product. Successful completion results in Nexans certification. For electrical test engineers or trades requiring upgrade in cable testing and fault location.
• GWO High Voltage Cable Pulling GWO-accredited training increasing knowledge and safety skills when carrying out HV cable pulling in Wind Turbine Environments. Covers safe handling, damage identification, mechanical stresses, electrical field theory, team coordination, and risk mitigation.
• ROV Awareness Training (IMCA Accredited) 3-day course covering six main elements of ROV training and operations: different types of ROV, safety considerations, applications, team roles, capabilities/limitations, and piloting. Prerequisite for ROV Introductory training.
• ROV Introductory Training (IMCA Accredited) 10-day intensive course covering HSEQ, industry awareness, and operations. Includes offshore industry codes of practice, electrical safety, ROV piloting skills, and launch/recovery systems.
• GWO Enhanced First Aid (EFA) 3-day course teaching safe and effective Enhanced First Aid in wind turbine environment per GWO Enhanced First Aid Standard. Modules include risks/hazards, anatomy, emergency response, life saving, and scenario-based training. 2-day refresher available.
• GWO Slinger Signaller GWO module enabling participants to conduct slinging techniques and signalling during simple lifting operations in the wind industry. Required for persons involved with slinger signalling duties in offshore wind sector.
• Fast Reporter Training 1-day training on consolidated data management and post-processing software for optical-layer testing including iOLM, OTDR, ORL, IL, PMD, CD and connector end-face inspection. For technicians, supervisors or managers producing optical test reports.
• Offshore Medical Services Industry-required medical certification services offered at Blyth training centre. Appointments available Wednesdays and Fridays with Dr Maria Jackson, qualified occupational health specialist. Includes OGUK medicals and Chester Step fitness tests.
• GWO Wind Limited Access GWO-accredited training course with both onshore and offshore modules, covering safe visit procedures, hazards, medical emergencies, fire emergencies, safety at heights, boat transfers, and sea survival. Allows participants to visit Wind Turbine Environments under supervision.
• ActSafe Power Ascender Training 1-day training on efficient and safe use of ActSafe Power Ascender for lifting equipment and goods. Covers operation, pre-use checks, safety procedures, rigging, and post-use inspection.
• ICS R-ALF Rescue Training Half-day training focusing on operational skills, safety proficiency, and certification renewal for ISC R-ALF system use in confined spaces and rescue scenarios. The ISC R-ALF is a hoist and descent system with 5:1 mechanical advantage certified for up to 250kg.
• TWA Global Resourcing Recruitment division of The Wind Academy Group providing specialist talent to the renewable energy sector. Differentiated by using sister company strength to provide training and resourcing turnkey solutions, supporting quick reaction to client requirements and reducing operational downtime risk.

Quantifiable outcome

• Learners are ready to progress straight into industry after courses with the right skill set for immediate employment
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• TWA Global ResourcingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister company and recruitment division of The Wind Academy Group. Provides workforce solutions to renewable energy sector using strength of training sister company. Can react quickly to client requirements ensuring technicians receive necessary training at short notice. Supports clients with complete training and resourcing turnkey solution. Has deployed technicians globally including UK, Taiwan, Europe and USA.
• TWA ConsultingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister company within The Wind Academy Group providing consulting services alongside training and recruitment.
• TWA PowercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister company within The Wind Academy Group, part of the overall group offering training, consulting, and power sector solutions.
• Global Wind Organisation (GWO)coreTechnology or IntegrationAccredited GWO training provider delivering certified safety and technical training standards including BST, ART, BTT, and new HV Cable Pulling standard. First UK company to pilot GWO's new training standard.
• City & GuildscoreTechnology or IntegrationAccredited provider for City & Guilds Assured Programmes including Field Technician Fibre Optic for Offshore Wind (Level 3), Medium Voltage 33kV, and High Voltage 66kV courses.
• New College DurhamcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership for delivery of Department for Education funded Skills Bootcamps in engineering and manufacturing. Subject to strict eligibility criteria including postcode, age 19+, employment status, and no previous DFE funding.
• RenewableUKmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerMembership in major UK renewable energy trade body with nearly 500 member companies. Provides industry advocacy, policy influence, and access to industry events and conferences. Marks step in company's growth and place in national supply chain.
• Forces Transition Group (FTG)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to guide and educate those leaving armed forces towards successful post-forces employment. Aligns with company's own values and bronze Armed Forces Covenant award. Provides career fairs and transition support with end-to-end guidance.
• Port Training Services (PTS)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTraining partner for skills session hosting and collaboration. Managing Director Geoff Briggs featured as speaker at PTS-hosted Skills Session during Offshore Wind North East 2024.
• NOF (National Offshore Wind Agency)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with NOF who organise Offshore Wind North East events. Supported by Energi Coast leadership group for industry networking and events.
• Energi CoastmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional leadership group for offshore wind in the North East. Supports Offshore Wind North East events and industry collaboration initiatives.
• NEPO (North East Procurement Organisation)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional procurement organisation partnership for public sector procurement opportunities in the North East.
• Department for EducationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGovernment department partnership for Skills Bootcamps funding. Courses are subject to DFE funding rules and eligibility criteria.
• TTE (Training and Technology Enterprise)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with TTE in Middlesbrough for expanded training delivery capacity. Second location for training alongside Port of Blyth sites.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• 3t Energy Group: Global training, technology and consulting group for the energy sector including offshore wind; directly competes with The Wind Academy on GWO and City & Guilds programmes but with broader scale and global sites.
• Mintra: Maritime and energy digital training provider offering e-learning and competency solutions for offshore workers; comparable customer base (offshore technicians, employers) but delivers via digital platforms rather than physical rigs.
• RelyOn Nutec: Global safety and wind training incumbent (formerly Falck Nutec) operating across the UK with GWO-certified programmes; broader portfolio than The Wind Academy but overlapping on entry-level and refresher safety courses.
• Falck Safety Services (UK): Established international safety training business delivering GWO courses across the UK and Europe; comparable courses but much broader portfolio and significantly larger scale than The Wind Academy.

Direct peers

• Stream Marine Training: UK-based training company delivering GWO, STCW and offshore courses comparable in target learners and accreditation profile to The Wind Academy.
• Maersk Training: Global offshore wind and safety training provider with GWO-accredited programmes and multiple UK sites including Newcastle; competes most directly with The Wind Academy in GWO BST, BTT and cable-related courses.
• Survivex: UK-based energy training provider headquartered in Aberdeenshire delivering GWO, ROV and offshore safety courses; directly comparable in target customer, certifications offered and Aberdeen-style centre model.
• Port Training Services: UK-based training partner collaboration with The Wind Academy delivering skills sessions at Offshore Wind North East; directly comparable in courses offered and overlapping North East customer base.

Regional players

• Aberdeen Skills & Enterprise Training Services: North Sea-focused safety and technical training provider for the offshore energy sector; comparable curriculum (GWO, offshore safety) and similar customer profile though based in Aberdeen rather than Blyth.
• Atlas Knowledge: Norwegian-headquartered provider of e-learning for maritime and offshore sectors including wind; comparable in target learners (offshore wind technicians) but focused on digital delivery across a different primary geography.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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