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Seminar on Offshore Wind Power: Business Risks and Legal Insights

On June 25, 2026, the Japan Planning Institute (JPI) will host an essential seminar focusing on the various business risks and legal considerations in offshore wind power generation. This event will feature esteemed attorney Koji Fukatsu from TMI Associates, who brings over two decades of experience in renewable energy and project finance.

Seminar Details

The seminar will take place from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM JST, offering participants a deep dive into the complexities of contracts related to wind turbine supply (TSA), construction contracts (BOP), and operations & maintenance (O&M). Attendees can also register for archived sessions following the live seminar.

Key Learning Objectives

Participants can expect to gain practical insights into:

• - Significant risks associated with TSA, BOP, and O&M contracts, along with practical considerations for contract clause design.
• - Practical points of judgment influenced by English law.
• - Responsibility allocation and loss minimization strategies in cases of delays, defects, and force majeure.

Target Audience

This seminar is specifically designed for professionals in:

• - Legal and contract departments dealing with offshore wind power projects.
• - Business development and management planning divisions promoting renewable energy.
• - Financial institutions and investment sectors involved in project finance.
• - Contract and project management teams within EPC, heavy industry, and engineering companies.

Overview of the Seminar

Given that offshore wind power projects are well established in waters such as the North Sea, understanding English law is essential for participants in Japan's wind energy sector—even if Japanese law is the primary legal basis, English legal concepts are often incorporated into clauses. The seminar will not only cover legal considerations in contracts for turbine supply (TSA), construction (BOP), and O&M but will also reference recent judicial decisions in England.

The lecture will touch on the following topics:
1. The processes involved in offshore wind power projects.
2. Business risk factors.
3. Contract forms in development and operational stages.
4. Key considerations in turbine supply contracts:
- Extensions and delays
- Completion and delivery
- Defects (damages and repairs)
- Force majeure
- Loss compensation and liability limits
5. Important considerations in the construction contract (BOP).
6. Key points for the O&M contract.
7. Related question-and-answer sessions.
8. Networking opportunities and business card exchanges.

The JPI seminar is a unique opportunity for direct interaction with the speaker, fostering exchange and networking beyond industry borders, which can lead to valuable information and potential new collaborations.

Attendance Options

• - In-Person Attendance (archived sessions not included)
• - Live Online Attendance (archived sessions not included)
• - Archived Session Only

Note: In-person and live attendees can add archived sessions for a special fee of 18,500 JPY (tax included).

Fees

• - Individual Registration: 37,740 JPY (tax included)
• - Additional Members from the Same Organization: 32,740 JPY (tax included)

- Special fee of 11,000 JPY (tax included for up to two attendees from local government organizations—limited to in-person and live sessions).

For more details and registration, visit: JPI Seminar Registration

Follow-Up After The Seminar

Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions after the seminar and create valuable professional networks, enhancing their business relationships and knowledge.

Contact Information

Japan Planning Institute
106-0047 Tokyo, Minato-ku, Minamiazabu 5-2-32
Kowa Hiroo Building
Tel: 03-5793-9761
Fax: 03-5793-9767
https://www.jpi.co.jp

About JPI

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