Paul Doherty, founder of GDG. The company is set to support Japan’s ambitious plans to increase wind energy generation as part of the government’s basic energy plan. Photograph: Karl HusseyIrish-founded engineering company Gavin & Doherty Geosolutions is stepping up its international expansion with a move into the Japanese market.
GDG, an expert in offshore engineering and geoscience, will partner with local Japanese companies Geo Marine Service Co and Nikken Sekkei, to offer survey specification, wind turbine foundation design and certification process support to the Japanese market. Founded in 2011, GDG was acquired last year for an undisclosed sum by the newly formed Venterra, a coming-together of British businessman Ayman Asfari and other climate technology investors. Founder Paul Doherty has a stake in Venterra.
“We’re delighted to partner with Japanese organisations who hold invaluable local knowledge of the marine regulatory regime, grid and development procedures. Together, we are committed to supporting projects that contribute to the global sustainability agenda.”