The Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Summit agenda is designed to tackle the most pressing challenges and opportunities shaping the future of offshore wind in the Baltic region and beyond. This thoughtfully curated programme brings together policymakers, industry leaders, and experts for a full day of engaging discussions, insightful panels, and exclusive networking opportunities.

With sessions covering key topics such as energy security, infrastructure development, innovation, and workforce growth, the Summit provides a dynamic platform to drive regional collaboration and solutions for a sustainable energy future.

Explore the detailed agenda below and register to join us in Gdańsk on the 10th or March as we chart the course for offshore wind in the Baltic Sea.

AGENDA 2026

European Solidarity Centre
pI. Solidarności 1, 80-863 Gdańsk, Poland

MORNING SESSION

8:00 - 9:15

Wind Leaders’ Breakfast

A high-level networking opportunity for industry leaders and policymakers to connect and discuss the future of offshore wind in the Baltic Sea region. (Invitation only)

9:00 – 9:30

Connections Begin:
Registration & Welcome Coffee

9:30 – 10:00

Good Morning, Offshore!

Opening Ceremony

Krzysztof Bulski

Managing Editor of BalticWind.EU and Host of the Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Summit

Agnieszka Pomaska

Member of Parliament, Chair of the EU Affairs Committee, Vice-Chair of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe

Janusz Gajowiecki

President of the Board, Polish Wind Energy Association

10:00 – 10:30

BALTIC WIND AWARDS CEREMONY

10:30 – 11:15

Geopolitics Meets Energy Transition: Strategic autonomy & fragmented energy markets

High-level keynote speakers will take the stage, each delivering an inspiring address to provide unique insights and guide the day’s discussions.

11:15 – 11:30

CEO Interview

Developing Offshore Wind at Scale: Lessons from the front line

Kacper Kostrzewa

Managing Director for Poland of Ocean Winds-4

MODERATOR:
Krzysztof Bulski

Managing Editor of BalticWind.EU and Host of the Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Summit

11:30 – 12:00

Coffee Break & Networking Recharge

12:00 – 12:45

Securing Offshore Wind: Physical and cyber threats; hybrid threats

Join us for the Leadership Insight Session, where three exceptional leaders will share their perspectives on steering the future of offshore wind in the Baltic Sea region and driving the energy transition. Moderated by Dr. Antonios Nestoras, this dynamic session will explore the challenges, innovations, and strategic opportunities shaping the Baltic Sea region, offering invaluable insights into effective leadership across government, industry, and policy.

Raimond Kaljulaid

Member of Parliament, Estonia, Chair of the Estonian Delegation to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly

Marija Golubeva

Distinguished Fellow,
Center for European Policy Analysis, former Minister of Internal Affairs of Latvia

Julian Wieczorkiewicz

Analyst, Operational Energy at the Defence Policy & Planning Division at NATO

Jarosław Ćwiek - Karpowicz

Director of the Polish Institute of International Affairs (PISM)

MODERATOR:
Zuzanna Nowak

Analysis Director at The Opportunity Institute for Foreign Affairs and Energy Expert at the I. Łukasiewicz Institute for Energy Policy

12:45 – 13:00

CEO Interview

13:00 – 14:00

Lunch & Networking

AFTERNOON SESSION

14:00 – 14:45

Made in Europe – Made in the Baltic: Supply chains, scale-up, and business experience

Tomasz Szymczak

Grupa Przemysłowa Baltic

Michał Kaczerowski

President of the management Board at Ambiens

Dr. Antonios Nestoras

Founding Director
European Policy Innovation Council

MODERATOR:
Maciej Mierzwiński

CEO of CEE Energy Group

14:45 – 15:00

CEO Interview

15:00 – 16:00

The Baltic Supergrid: Accelerating Interconnectivity and Hybrid Grid Solutions for a Resilient Energy Market

Kristin L. Munthe

ENTSO-E Offshore Board Group Convenor

Robert Tomaszewski

Director of Strategy Department (DX) at Polskie Sieci Elektroenergetyczne S.A. (PSE)

Lars Thomsson

Coordinator of Energy Island Gotland

Jakub Budzyński

President at Polish Offshore Wind Industry Chamber (PIMEW)

MODERATOR:
TBC

16:00 – 16:30

Coffee Break & Conversations

16:30 – 16:45

Interview

16:45 – 17:45

People Powering Offshore Wind: Skills, talent, and future workforce

The global investment landscape is evolving under powerful geopolitical currents. In this session, we delve into how President Trump’s new term and China’s strategic policies are redefining the investment climate in Europe. Our expert panel will explore the implications for investor confidence, risk management, and strategic planning across key sectors. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on navigating these transformative shifts and capitalizing on emerging opportunities in an ever-changing global arena.

Agnieszka Rodak

CEO of Rumia Invest Park

Jānis Sticenko

Director of Customer Connections at Novikontas Academy

Jakub Budzyński

President at Polish Offshore Wind Industry Chamber (PIMEW)

MODERATOR:
Joanna Burnos

Founder of LEADERIS Institute, European Economic Congress Programme Board Member

17:45 – 18:30

Key Takeaways: From dialogue to action; policy recommendations

MODERATOR:
Joanna Burnos

Founder of LEADERIS Institute, European Economic Congress Programme Board Member

18:30 – 20.00

An Evening to Shin
Networking Dinner