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ETZ Ltd, the not-for-profit company tasked with spearheading the North East of Scotland’s energy transition ambition, is recruiting a number of new roles as it enters a crucial phase of delivery. The key focus of the organisation is the delivery of the Energy Transition Zone adjacent to the new £400 million Aberdeen South Harbour port development and encompasses Alten’s and East Tullos Industrial estates. The Zone will, on completion, be the largest dedicated energy transition complex in Scotland and a comprehensive investment programme is underway to deliver market-ready properties and development sites for high-value manufacturing and the wider energy transition supply chain. This coordinated investment will include the creation of specialist campuses for Marine Development, Offshore Wind, Hydrogen, Innovation, and Skills.  ETZ Ltd is only 18 months in operation and has already secured agreement to create the National Floating Wind Innovation Centre within the Zone. Established by Offshore Renewable Catapult, the £9 million centre has the specific aim of accelerating the delivery of floating offshore wind through the development of cutting edge products and services. The organisation is also progressing with new business growth facilities which include the Energy Incubator and Scale Up Hub and the Advanced Manufacturing Skills Hub which will be located on separate sites in the Altens Industrial Estate. These are transformational projects to support the growth of the region’s crucial energy supply chain and upskill the workforce to be able to capitalise on employment opportunities within new and green energies. Trojan Energy, one of Scotland’s fastest growing cleantech businesses, announced last month it will co-locate their headquarters and production facility in the Energy Transition Zone and confirmed its intention to double its workforce in Aberdeen. ETZ Ltd will be announcing a range of new private sector investors and partners in the Zone throughout 2023 and are currently recruiting for a range of new roles to support them in delivering a wide range of exciting activity: Administration AssistantBusiness Development ManagerProject Development Manager (Hydrogen)Project Managers (various roles)Corporate & Social Responsibility ExecutiveClick here to view all jobs ETZ Ltd Chief Executive, Maggie McGinlay, said: “Working at ETZ Ltd represents a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting organisation at the very forefront of this region’s ambition to be a global leader in energy transition.  “Through the specialist campus model, ETZ Ltd is building an innovative ecosystem, unrivalled anywhere in the UK, that will facilitate collaboration, company growth and export opportunities. By investing in the Zone, businesses will benefit from being part of a dedicated net zero cluster with access to market-leading test and demonstration space, an advanced manufacturing skills hub, an energy incubator and scale-up hub, and cutting- edge R&D facilities. “This region is, without doubt, one of the most attractive locations in the world for investment in low carbon technologies so if you are ambitious, dynamic and seeking to be part of a hugely talented team striving to achieve positive change, then ETZ Ltd would like to hear from you.”

Businesses in the North East of Scotland aiming to enter the expanding offshore renewable sector can apply to the Fit For Offshore Renewables (F4OR) Programme, run by the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult, from today (Monday). F4OR is entering its third round of support in the region and is set to transform 20 companies through the programme, after receiving a further £250,000 from the Energy Transition Zone Ltd (ETZ Ltd) following their successful application to the Scottish Government’s North East and Moray Just Transition Fund. F4OR is a key part of ETZ Ltd’s two-phase support initiative alongside a challenge fund that will deliver capital investment grants to help North East Scotland energy supply chain companies achieve their low-carbon business ambitions. ETZ Ltd supported the second round of F4OR in 2022. Andrew Stormonth-Darling, F4OR Programme Manager at ORE Catapult said: “With the allocation of this follow-on funding, I am very pleased to see ETZ Ltd endorse the programme in this way and recognise the impact we are having on these regional businesses. “The launch of this new cohort will mean we have supported over 60 companies in North East Scotland, where we are proud to aid many in their cross-sector transition, support the local energy supply chain and fuel the growth in offshore renewables.” In previous rounds, F4OR supported Three60 Energy, an independent energy service company, by broadening their network of likeminded businesses, ultimately leading to a long-term partnership with market leaders Dron & Dickson Ltd. Optimus Aberdeen, a specialist engineering and consultancy company, also took part in the F4OR programme which robustly tested the businesses’ existing procedures and practices, and supported them in taking a more targeted approach. The latest round of the F4OR NE Scotland programme will be available to established companies in the Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire and Moray areas that are focused on moving into the offshore renewables market. The F4OR programme aligns with ETZ Ltd’s overall ambition to create a world-class energy supply chain. David Wilson, Director of Energy at ETZ Ltd, said: “Fit For Offshore Renewables has firmly established itself as a market-leading programme providing companies with the skills, insights and expertise needed to capitalise on the vast energy transition opportunities before us. “ETZ Ltd has a pivotal role to play in spearheading North East Scotland’s energy transition ambition and the latest cohort will ensure an additional 20 businesses across the region are supported by this vital programme. This aligns closely with our key focus on accelerating the growth of a dedicated and world-class offshore renewables supply chain and we are delighted to offer our continued support.” For more information on the programme and to submit an Expression of Interest, please click here

Firm commits future to Aberdeen and plans to double workforce by end of 2023. One of Scotland’s fastest-growing cleantech businesses, Aberdeen-based Trojan Energy, is continuing to grow its business here in the North East by co-locating their headquarters and production facility in the Energy Transition Zone within Altens Industrial Estate. ETZ Ltd is providing bespoke accommodation for Trojan within the Zone’s W-Zero-1 building (formerly Richard Irvin House), alongside the ORE-Catapult National Floating Wind Innovation Centre. The property is undergoing a comprehensive refurbishment which, upon completion, will provide Trojan the ideal space for their high-value manufacturing along with excellent quality office accommodation. The company develops the Trojan Electric Vehicle Charging System which aims to support car owners as they transition to electric vehicles by being able to charge on the street outside their home. Currently around 33% of drivers in the UK park their cars on-street and, in cities, the average is around 50%. Trojan currently has 135 charge points in operation in London and is ramping up production to meet demand. They recently announced the biggest order for on-street charging points anywhere in the UK with 510 charging points to be deployed in Barnet and are anticipating significant growth ahead. The firm currently employs 45 people at locations across the UK and expects to increase its headcount to 100 by this time next year. They intend to double their Aberdeen workforce to at least 50 in the same period, along with plans to raise £20 million through its latest funding round in 2023. ETZ Ltd Chairman, Sir Ian Wood, and Chief Executive, Maggie McGinlay, joined Trojan Energy Chief Executive, Ian MacKenzie, at their new office to formally welcome the company to the Energy Transition Zone. Trojan Energy Chief Executive, Ian MacKenzie, said: “Trojan Energy is proud of its Aberdeen roots and the opportunity to locate our new headquarters in the Energy Transition Zone is a hugely significant and positive milestone for the company. The move has allowed us to support our growth ambitions as we steadily build up our production team to deliver charging points for our current projects in London. “I’m very grateful to the team at ETZ Ltd for their support in helping us to reach this point - the building has great facilities and the innovative ecosystem that is being developed in and around the Zone makes this the ideal location to start and grow a cleantech business. Being able to draw upon the incredibly talented energy workforce across the region as we seek to increase our headcount is of major benefit to us. “Electrification of everything that can be electrified is fundamental to addressing the climate emergency and that is the most important task for this generation's most talented engineers and technicians. “Trojan Energy is keenly aware of the importance of achieving a ‘just transition’ and ensuring that the benefits of energy transition are felt by the people and communities our technology serves. This an over-riding purpose that all of us at the company share.” ETZ Ltd Chairman, Sir Ian Wood, said: “It is a real privilege to formally welcome Trojan to the Energy Transition Zone. They are an extremely impressive company with ambitious growth plans both across the UK and internationally. “The fact they have decided to commit their long-term future to Aberdeen is a major boost to the local economy and for our ambition to reposition this region as a global leader in energy transition. “ETZ Ltd is continuing with our comprehensive investment programme to deliver market-ready properties and development sites for high-value manufacturing and the wider energy transition supply chain. We are confident of attracting a range of exciting companies, like Trojan Energy, to the Zone as we progress with our plans.”

ETZ Ltd provides an update summarising the emerging masterplan proposals for the Energy Transition Zone. The update highlights the specialist campus model being developed to build an innovative ecosystem, unrivalled anywhere in the UK, that will facilitate collaboration, company growth and export opportunities. The full Masterplan update can be found here. Please get in touch if you have any questions regarding our Masterplan update: information@etzltd.com

ETZ Ltd is a not-for-profit, private sector-led company tasked with spearheading the North East of Scotland’s ambition to become a globally recognised energy cluster focussed on the delivery of Net Zero. Our clear focus is on harnessing the region’s critical mass of energy companies and its skills, innovation, infrastructure and financial capital to accelerate energy transition and remain at the vanguard of developing new green energies. Supported by significant levels of funding from the private sector and both the Scottish and UK Governments, ETZ Ltd adopts a collaborative approach to fully realise this ambition. It is positioned as a catalyst and a trusted partner of individuals and organisations to secure a sustainable future for the region and the people who live and work here. Throughout the first year in operation, ETZ ltd engaged with over 300 organisations across both the private and public sectors, supported the delivery of 12 programmes benefitting almost 500 individuals. The key priority of the company’s activity is the development of a unique Energy Transition Zone adjacent to the new £400 million Aberdeen South Harbour. This is the focal point of the cluster, attracting new investment and high-value employment opportunities. Significant progress on the Zone has been made already with the creation of the world’s first floating wind innovation centre within the Altens Industrial Estate and confirmation of new private sector tenants. The Scottish Government recently awarded over £14 million to ETZ Ltd through the North East & Moray Just Transition Fund to support the delivery of an Advanced Manufacturing Skills Hub and Supply Chain Pathway & Challenge Fund. These projects seek to address key challenges – expanding the skillset of our region’s people and capacity of the supply chain – in order to accelerate energy transition activities. ETZ Ltd is seeking to recruit Board Members who can support the company’s role as a regional catalyst and offer strategic advice on the next phases of development of the Zone. This represents a unique and exciting opportunity to support our Board, whose wealth of experience is proving invaluable as the organisation navigates the next crucial steps in its delivery. Applications are invited from interested individuals who are senior decision-makers in their field and who can demonstrate a range of skills, attributes and experience that will contribute to the effective functioning of the Board. We are seeking applications from individuals, with knowledge and applied experience in energy transition, in the following areas:- Applicants with a good knowledge of the regulatory framework, fiscal and funding environment within which the UK energy industry operates. Applicants with a commitment to the North East of Scotland and with strong networks across Scotland and the UK, both in business and the wider political environment.Applicants who have extensive experience working at a leadership level within the energy supply chain and can provide informed guidance on the sector’s requirements to accelerate transition, particularly for SME’s.The Board formally meets 6 times per year, and attendance can be in person or virtually. There may be a requirement for occasional meetings out with the Board cycle. All appointments will be made after a process of selection carried out by an appointing panel. The Board is committed to equality of opportunity, encouraging a diverse range of applicants, and to the principle of appointments on the basis of merit, applying openness and transparency of the process. The deadline for applications is 2 December 2022. Please send a CV and short cover letter/e-mail to David Beattie David.Beattie@etzltd.com demonstrating your interest and relevant experience for this Board position.

The Scottish Government has awarded over £14 million to ETZ Ltd through the North East & Moray Just Transition Fund to support the delivery of an Advanced Manufacturing Skills Hub and Supply Chain Pathway & Challenge Fund. Both projects will accelerate energy transition across North East Scotland. ETZ Ltd Chief Executive, Maggie McGinlay, said: “The Just Transition funding is hugely welcome and the two successful projects will certainly accelerate our ambition to reposition North East Scotland as a globally recognised net zero energy cluster. “It is of the upmost importance we equip people with necessary skills required to take advantage of the vast opportunities that energy transition will bring and this is particularly the case in offshore wind, hydrogen and CCUS where we will see a significant increase in activity over the coming years. We are delighted to be partnering with North East Scotland College and the National Manufacturing Skills Academy in delivering the Hub, which will have a key focus of supporting young people from communities across the region to gainful employment. “Owing to our world-class oil and gas industry, the North East is home to the highest concentration of energy supply chain companies in the UK and we must support them to increase their capacity as they reposition to capitalise on the opportunities provided by new and green energies. Through capital grant funding to supply chain companies, the Pathway and Challenge Fund will be a hugely valuable initiative that seeks to achieve precisely that.” ENDS Advanced Manufacturing Skills Hub ETZ Ltd has been awarded £4.5 million over two years (FY 22/23 & 23/24) toward the delivery of Scotland’s first dedicated Advanced Manufacturing Skills Hub within the Alten’s based Skills Campus of the Energy Transition Zone. ETZ Ltd is partnering with North East Scotland College (NESCOL) and other stakeholders across industry to deliver the project. This additional funding will accelerate the delivery of the Hub and the net zero skills required to capitalise on these opportunities. It will deliver: New Technologies Demonstration & Teaching Facility – a flexible teaching and demo space with new equipment showcasing future green technologies and skills to students, visitors and the community. Welding & Fabrication Academy – modernised workshop showcasing innovative practices, with flexible welding booths and an augmented virtual reality welding zone for students and commercial clients. A wider array of courses is linked to net zero for full-time and part-time students. A learning and sharing space for community groups to benefit directly from the Hub. Can be used to engage regional schools across the STEM syllabus and demonstrate clean fuel technologies or lorries as a platform. The concept, if successful, could then be rolled out across Scotland The Hub will be a net-zero exemplar in terms of the building configuration and be used to promote the principles of circular economy construction. Supply Chain Pathway & Challenge Fund ETZ Ltd has been awarded £9.7 million over four years (FY 22/23, 23/24, 24/25, and 25/26) toward the creation of a Supply Chain Pathway & Challenge Fund. This will support energy supply chain companies to determine business opportunities in low-carbon energy alongside capital grant funding to strengthen capacity and better position companies to bid for and win next-generation global energy business aligned with energy transition.