Issue 10 2020

Facilitating a Future of Innovation As renewable energy becomes increasingly important across the globe in the crucial fight against climate change, markets are witnessing a growth in interest in offshore wind energy delivered through cost-efficient resources. Future Services provides total solutions for carrying out operations in hard to reach locations, specialising in offshore wind turbines, from inspections to repairing paint coatings to mechanical work. Built on the fundamental principles of safety and professionalism, Future Services uses insights and expertise to create complete, tailored solutions for the execution of labour and activities in hard to reach locations. Specialising in offshore wind turbines, Future Services provide services in inspections, repairs of wind turbines and foundation coatings, bolting campaigns and general mechanical work. This work often involves rope access work, working in confined spaces and using drones to deliver the best service to their clients. With the growth of the industry-wide interest in delivering renewable energy in a cost-effective way, Future Services’ activities in the installation or maintenance of wind farms is plentiful, and the team is well versed in carrying out such practices. Based in Belgium, currently the fourth largest offshore wind energy producer in the world, Future Services is well situated to capitalise on the demand for this resource. Partnerships are a vital element of the Future Services process, thus the establishment of trusting and longstanding relationships between the team and their clients has been vital to the company’s success. Alongside a client base predominantly made up of wind park owners, EPCI contractors and general contractors working on offshore wind farms, Future Services also works with onshore clients such as petrochemical companies and large industrial clients. Regardless of the scale or operation of the company, the partnerships established by Future Services are designed to guarantee peace of mind for their clients. Operating with a customer-centric approach, Future Services looks to identify their clients’ needs and adapt their business model accordingly. Collaboration is key and the Future Services team engages in conversations with clients right from the beginning of a project so as to create thorough plans and prepare for contingencies. Challenges that are faced are tackled efficiently and with the authority of the client in order to maintain high levels of quality, customer satisfaction and minimal impact on the overall operation. Working in complex environments means that Future Services are frequently faced with opportunities to think creatively. As a result, innovation that aligns with customer demands is central to the entire Future Services operation, allowing the company to constantly improve upon the safety and quality of the services they provide. As renewable energy becomes more significant to the future of the planet, Future Services is committed to encouraging the same innovation in their clients by providing them with sustainable and cost-effective means to realise these ideas. In order to deliver such a high quality of service, Future Services is meticulous in the recruitment and training of its staff. Through the combination of strong management and the encouragement of collaboration and discussion, Future Services is able to uncover where there is room to improve their services for the benefit of both clients and employees of FS. For example, the team of painters and inspectors have recently worked together to develop an alternative paint application technique based on the recommendation of technicians, resulting in longer-lasting results for clients and higher quality products for the Future Services team to work with. As the company looks to expand their global reach, Future Services’ fundamental principles based on excellence in preparation, execution, reporting and flexibility remain consistent. Acknowledging the success of their established partnerships, Future Services is looking to continue building these relationships whilst taking on some exciting projects in the near future, offering greater innovation in their services that they hope will lead to the formation of even more partnerships. As the expected growth of the offshore wind energy market combines with major advances in cost-efficiency, Future Services believes that their innovative and self-critical approach will give them the competitive edge within the domestic and international marketplace. Maintaining their cutting-edge and customer-centric approach to business, there is no doubt that the future is bright for Future Services. Contact: Jonas Selders Company: Future Services Web Address: www.futureservices.eu Future Services is looking to continue building these relationships whilst taking on some exciting projects in the near future, offering greater innovation in their services that they hope will lead to the formation of even more partnerships. Nov19021