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European Marine Energy Centre - EMEC

Name: European Marine Energy Centre - EMEC
Address: The Charles Clouston Building, ORIC, Back Road, Stromness, KW163AW, GB
Telephone: +44 (0)1856 852060

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An innovation catalyst pioneering the transition to a clean energy future EMEC is proud to be based in Stromness, Orkney in the North of Scotland.

EMEC is at the forefront of the development of marine-based renewable energy technologies that generate electricity by harnessing the power of waves and tidal streams. As the first centre of its kind to be created in the world, we offer developers the opportunity to test full scale grid connected prototype devices in unrivalled wave and tidal conditions. EMEC is committed to supporting the transit

ion to net zero and has expanded activities into new sectors including green hydrogen, energy systems and floating wind. Beyond device testing EMEC also provides assistance with research and development, as well as consultancy support.

03/06/2026

EMEC attended the Scottish Green Supply Chain Awards last week and were delighted to win the Supply Chain Development Award 🎉

The award recognises the role EMEC plays in helping turn innovation into real-world deployment, connecting developers with the facilities, expertise and partners needed to bring new technologies to life.

Over the years, our work has helped foster a strong marine energy supply chain in Orkney, with more than 20 local businesses and organisations active in the sector, providing services from planning and engineering to construction, operations and environmental support.

With continued investment in tidal energy R&D infrastructure, DeepWind test site development and collaborative research and innovation programmes, we’re proud to be supporting the growth of Scotland’s renewable energy sector and the transition to net zero.

Thanks to Scottish Renewables for hosting a great event, and congratulations to all the winners and finalists 👏

🔗 Find out more: https://www.emec.org.uk/emec-wins-supply-chain-development-award/

14/05/2026

Finance & People Director – applications closing soon

We’re looking for an experienced Finance & People Director to join EMEC’s Executive Team, providing strategic leadership across finance, people and organisational development.

You’ll help shape EMEC’s long term sustainability, supporting investment and growth, and nurturing an inclusive and high performing culture.

⏳ Applications close: Tuesday 19 May at 1pm
👉 Find out more and apply: https://www.emec.org.uk/vacancy-finance-people-director/
📞 For an informal chat, call Matthew Finn on 01856 852064

04/05/2026

🗺️ Shaping Scotland’s future through island innovation 🏝️

In our latest blog, Eileen Linklater explores how Scotland’s islands are driving innovation and building skills to help deliver the energy transition. She reflects on the value of collective effort and place‑based learning in reducing risk and ensuring innovations are fit for purpose before wider adoption.

🔗https://www.emec.org.uk/shaping-scotlands-future-through-island-innovation/

30/04/2026

We’re hiring: Finance & People Director

Join EMEC’s Executive Team, providing strategic leadership across finance, people and organisational development.

This senior role includes Board responsibility, shaping EMEC’s long term sustainability, culture and performance.

📊 Finance: Lead EMEC’s financial function, ensuring strong governance and risk management, and supporting investment, growth and innovation.
👥 People: Lead EMEC’s People Strategy, working with our HR Manager to oversee recruitment and development to foster a positive, engaged and high-performing culture.

Find out more and apply: https://www.emec.org.uk/vacancy-finance-people-director/
📞 call Matthew Finn if you’d like an informal chat about the role: 01856 852064

14/04/2026

Apply now!

There is still time to submit your application for the following roles:

📊Project Portfolio Manager (Islands Centre For Net Zero - ICNZ)
Shift the dial on our island’s decarbonisation challenges by developing and delivering ambitious energy transition projects. You’ll work closely with local communities, businesses and industry to shape a varied portfolio of demonstrations, spanning technology trials in local supply chains and community-based solutions.

📈 Business Development Officer (graduate)
Kick-start your career by supporting the growth of our project portfolio. You’ll help identify and secure new opportunities, assist clients with fundraising and grant applications, and contribute to exciting deployments at our test sites.
This role is co-funded by Orkney Islands Council and is based in Orkney. 📍

⏰ Closing date: Friday 17th April @ 1pm

Find out more and apply: https://www.emec.org.uk/join-our-team/vacancies/

02/04/2026

It was a pleasure to welcome Dan McGrail, CEO of Great British Energy to EMEC and Orkney last week.

The visit highlighted Orkney’s long‑standing role as a real‑world testbed for innovation. The experience and infrastructure developed here can directly support Great British Energy's mission to accelerate renewable technologies and enable secure, home‑grown energy solutions for the UK.

27/03/2026

Join our team🌍

We’re looking for passionate people for two exciting roles to help us pioneer the transition to a clean energy future.

📊Project Portfolio Manager (Islands Centre For Net Zero - ICNZ)
Shift the dial on our island’s decarbonisation challenges by developing and delivering ambitious energy transition projects. You’ll work closely with local communities, businesses and industry to shape a varied portfolio of demonstrations, spanning technology trials in local supply chains and community-based solutions.

📈 Business Development Officer (graduate)
Kick-start your career by supporting the growth of our project portfolio. You’ll help identify and secure new opportunities, assist clients with fundraising and grant applications, and contribute to exciting deployments at our test sites.
This role is co-funded by Orkney Islands Council and is based in Orkney. 📍

Closing date: Friday 17th April @ 1pm

Find out more and apply: https://www.emec.org.uk/join-our-team/vacancies/

23/02/2026

Apply now!

There’s still time to join our team and make an impact in clean energy innovation.

We have two exciting roles we’re seeking to recruit 🌍

⚡Technical Project Manager – closing date: 1pm Wednesday 4th March
Take the lead on delivering projects focusing on strategic infrastructure and growth. You’ll work across EMEC’s diverse portfolio and manage technical site development activities, from feasibility and engineering design through to implementation, commissioning and handover.

💻Administration Officer (maternity cover) – closing date: 1pm Monday 2nd March
Play a key role in supporting business functions across EMEC by providing key administrative services

Find out more and apply: https://www.emec.org.uk/join-our-team/vacancies/

19/02/2026

🌊 Multimillion pound investment to expand tidal energy R&D infrastructure

We’ve been awarded £15 million to expand our tidal test facilities in Orkney to support the demonstration of tidal energy arrays.

Backed by the UK Government and delivered through UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), the investment will help tidal energy scale up, creating skilled jobs in coastal communities and supporting the government’s mission to make the UK a clean energy superpower.

🎧 Hear more from Eileen Linklater, EMECs Corporate Affairs Director, on BBC Radio Orkney’s “Around Orkney” (BBC Sounds, 19/02/2026 – from 09:20 min)
👉https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002rwj5

For more details, read: https://www.emec.org.uk/multimillion-pound-investment-to-expand-tidal-energy-rd-infrastructure/

04/02/2026

📢 Join our team

We’re looking for talented people to join EMEC and support the delivery of our world-leading clean energy demonstration and innovation projects.

🔹 Technical Project Manager
Take the lead on delivering projects focusing on strategic infrastructure and growth. You’ll work across EMEC’s diverse portfolio and manage technical site development activities, from feasibility and engineering design through to implementation, commissioning and handover.
🗓 Closing date: 4 March 2026 @ 1pm

🔹 Administration Officer (maternity cover)
Play a key role in supporting business functions across EMEC by providing key administrative services.
🗓 Closing date: 2 March 2026 @ 1pm

If you’re passionate about clean energy, offshore renewables and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.

Find out more and apply: https://www.emec.org.uk/join-our-team/vacancies/

Address

The Charles Clouston Building, ORIC, Back Road
Stromness
KW163AW

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+44 (0)1856 852060

Website

http://www.emec.org.uk/

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