JULY 16-18

Join Us in the Jewel of Southern Italy for the 9th Offshore Energy and Storage Symposium.

Speranza Dalla Terra.
Luce Dal Mare!

OSES2025
BARI, ITALY

OSES Comes to Italy!

The 9th OSES Annual Symposium takes place July 16 - July 18, Summer 2025. This year's home is spectacular Bari, Italy, the jewel of Italy's Southern Coastal Region. This event brings together researchers, industry players and policy makers dedicated to driving the development and growth of offshore renewables and energy storage. This event follows a number of successful events held in Windsor, Canada; Edinburgh, Scotland; Valetta, Malta; Cape Cod, USA; Ningbo, China; Brest, France, and St. Julian's, Malta, and New Bedford, USA.

Speranza Dalla Terra. Luce Dal Mare! | Hope From Earth. Light From the Sea!

Challenging Times need Light. Hope springs eternal from our Earth and from its People. The movement to save our planet is facing headwinds in many places around the world. At no time has it been more critical to transparently illustrate how clean energy systems are essential for economic sustainability. It is incumbent on us to action Good Science into Great Business! So come to unforgettable Bari this Summer. Action your hope to help everyone sea the light. The time is now.

Do You Know Bari?

Stunning Coastal City that is a vital economic centre of mainland Southern Italy.
Bari boasts the Longest Seafront in Europe.
450 km From Rome, and 250 km from Naples.
This City of St. Nicholas is home to the famous Basilica of San Nicola, Cathedral of San Sabino, and the Norman Swabian Castle!
Home to unrivalled Sea Food and Pasta Dishes like Oricchette.
Bari is a charming old town with the narrow streets of Bari Vecchia, ancient structures, and vibrant, bustling markets!

MEET YOUR OSES2025 CONFERENCE CHAIR

Sergio Camporeale

Dr. Sergio Mario Camporeale is a Full Professor of Fluid Machinery (ING-IND/08) at the Department of Mechanics, Mathematics, and Management at Politecnico di Bari, Italy. He has been serving in this role since December 1, 2017.

Professor Camporeale coordinates the Master of Science program in Mechanical Engineering at the Politecnico di Bari. His research interests include gas turbines, combustion, wave energy, and wind turbines. His work has garnered significant recognition, with over 4,800 citations.

In addition to his teaching and research responsibilities, Professor Camporeale has contributed to the academic community through various publications and collaborations. He is actively involved in advancing the field of mechanical engineering, particularly in areas related to energy and fluid mechanics.

OSES2025 CELEBRATED KEYNOTES AND FEATURED SPEAKERS

Franc Mouwen

Franc Mouwen serves as the European Innovation Council (EIC) Programme Manager for architecture, engineering, and construction technologies. In this role, he is dedicated to leveraging technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship to transform building design and construction practices, aiming to mitigate climate change impacts. Mr. Mouwen holds a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from TU Delft. His professional expertise encompasses technology scouting and venture building, particularly focused on the future of construction. As an EIC Programme Manager, he is responsible for developing visions for technological and innovation breakthroughs, actively managing portfolios of EIC-funded projects, and bringing together stakeholders to realize these visions. Through his efforts, Franc is at the forefront of driving sustainable advancements in the construction industry, contributing to the European Union's broader goals of innovation and environmental stewardship.

Marc Cahay

Marc Cahay is a research and development manager at Technip Energies in Paris in charge of offshore activities. He is Principal Expert in the Technip Energies internal expert network responsible for defining and implementing R&D programs focused on floating LNG (FLNG) and floating renewables (mainly solar and wind). Mr. Cahay graduated in Civil Engineering in 1990 from the Ecole Spéciale des Travaux Publics (E.S.T.P.) in Paris, France. With almost 35 years of experience in fixed and floating platform EPC projects, he was involved in and initiated several EU collaborative development projects on marine renewable energies. He is a member of the Board of Directors of SPE France since 2013. With a multidisciplinary minded, he has participated in several patent applications and regularly promotes the technology development he is involved in with publications and lectures in international conferences (ATC, IOWTC, LNG17, MCEDD, OTC, OMAE, OSES …). He has been part of the scientific committee, topic organizer and session chair for OMAE and IOWTC conferences. Marc is the Technical Program Chair of the IOWTC 2025 conference. Mr Cahay Regional Projects, Facilities and Construction Award Recipients in 2018 and International Projects, Facilities and Construction Award Recipients in 2024.

Antonio Marco Pantaleo

Antonio Marco Pantaleo is a seasoned expert in renewable and clean energy technologies, with over 20 years of experience leading multidisciplinary research projects. His work spans solar, wind, biomass, and hybrid energy systems, as well as energy integration, biosystems engineering, and optimizing energy use in agricultural engineering and food processing. Since October 2020, Antonio has served as a Programme Manager for the European Innovation Council (EIC), where he plays a pivotal role in fostering innovation and supporting groundbreaking research and development in clean energy and sustainable technologies. As one of only four current EIC Programme Managers, he is dedicated to identifying and mentoring high-potential projects, ensuring they have the resources and guidance needed to make transformative impacts. A thought leader in his field, Antonio is driven by a mission to accelerate the transition to cleaner energy systems, promote sustainable practices, and contribute to a more resilient and equitable future.

EXPLORATION TOPICS

Topic 1: Offshore Renewable Energy Generation
- Wind energy
- Wave and tidal power

- Offshore solar power
- Hybrid systems

Topic 2: Offshore Energy Storage

- Green Hydrogen

- Compressed air
- Pumped hydro
- Batteries
- Thermal storage
- Offshore biomass systems

Topic 3: Integration of Centralised/De-centralised Energy Storage in Electrical Power Networks
- Island networks and smart grids
- Interconnection systems
- Delivery of non-electrical energy services from offshore energy farms

Topic 4. Implementation of Offshore Renewable Energy Generation and Storage Projects
- Multi-purpose use of offshore platforms and marine space

- Economic feasibility analysis

- Mobilization, deployment, and/or decommissioning for offshore energy assets

Topic 5. Decarbonization of Maritime Transport and Other Activities
- Wind and solar-assisted sea faring vessels

- Green fuels for sea faring vessels

- Energy efficiency in sea faring vessels

- Integration of renewables with offshore oil and gas platforms

- Grid impacts of maritime decarbonization

Topic 6. Engineering for Environmental Impacts of Offshore Energy Assets
- Impacts of offshore energy harvesting on sea life

- Engineered measures to mitigate environmental impacts of offshore energy assets

- Symbiotic/synergistic solutions for offshore energy harvesting/storage and marine life

Topic 7. Offshore Energy Systems Policy Analysis and Design

- Policy challenges to sustainable offshore energy systems

- Policy enablement mechanisms for offshore energy system enablement

Topic 8. Energy Systems Economics

- Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) innovations

- Energy service contract architectures

Topic 9. Energy-Food Nexus

- Offshore energy for food production

- Food production at sea

- Symbiotic energy and food harvesting

IMPORTANT

DATES/DATA

Abstract Deadline
MAR.19.2025

Abstract Acceptance Notification
APR.11.2025

Early Bird Registation Ends
MAY.16.2025

Last Minute Registration Begins

JUN.11.2025

Submission Deadline for Peer-Reviewed IOP Journal of Physics Conference Series Publication
JUN.2.2025

Submission Deadline for Non Peer-Review Event Proceedings Inclusion
JUN.9.2025

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION, PAPER PUBLISHING

Abstract Submission

Submitted Abstracts should be prepared using the DOWNLOADABLE ABSTRACT TEMPLATE.

Please submit your Abstract by sending it in PDF format to this LINK.

Paper Publishing (Peer-Reviewed) | IOP Journal of Physics Conference Series

Authors with Accepted Abstracts that wish to Submit Full Papers for Review to be included in OSES2025 IOP Journal of Physics Conference Series Open Access Publication must FOLLOW IOP PUBLISHING GUIDELINES AND FORMATS AVAILABLE HERE:

Declaration of Use of Generative AI.docx

IOP Conference Series Publication Instructions.pdf

CONFERENCE VENUE

Beautiful Politecnico Di Bari

Politecnico di Bari, located in Bari, Italy, is a prestigious public university specializing in engineering, architecture, and industrial design. Established in 1990, it is one of Italy's three polytechnic universities and is renowned for its commitment to innovation and technological research. The university offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, fostering interdisciplinary approaches to address contemporary challenges. With strong ties to industry and a focus on sustainability, Politecnico di Bari provides students with practical skills and opportunities for impactful careers in their chosen fields.

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TRAVELLING TO BARI AND PUGLIA REGION

Destination

Bari is the main city of Apulia, as well as one of the biggest in Southern Italy. It has a well-connected airport and station, getting there is easy.

By Air

The Airport (BRI) is just a few kilometers from city centre. Many major European cities have direct flights: EX: Amsterdam - Bari: direct flight, 2h 30min, London Stansted - Bari: direct flight, 2h 40min, etc.

By Rail

Bari is also well-connected by land, with direct trains to the main Italian cities. So, if you're already in Italy and you wish to go to Bari, here you'll find a list of direct trains to the Apulian city, EX: Roma Termini - Bari Centrale: direct train, 4h, Torino Porta Nuova - Bari Centrale: direct train, 8h 15min, etc.

Great Details are available at wondefulitaly.eu.