Bridging the Digital Divide in Offshore Wind: How GustoMSC Is Accelerating Innovation

In the quest for a sustainable energy future, offshore wind power stands out as a critical solution. However, as the industry scales up, it faces a new challenge: bridging the gap between mechanical advancement and digital transformation. While wind turbines and installation vessels have grown in size and capacity, many operational processes still rely on manual methods and fragmented systems. To truly unlock offshore wind's potential, a shift toward smarter, connected operations is essential.

Enter GustoMSC, part of NOV, a company with deep expertise in offshore engineering and a forward-looking approach to digital integration. By combining decades of experience with cutting-edge digital tools, GustoMSC is transforming how offshore wind operations are managed. Their mission: enhance data quality, automate repetitive tasks, and drive actionable insights — all while improving safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

🔍 Challenges Facing Offshore Wind Operations Today

• Manual Data Collection Many offshore operations still rely on handwritten logs and paper-based reports, leading to inconsistencies and delays.
• Limited Automation Tasks such as installation tracking, reporting, and coordination are often performed manually, increasing operational inefficiencies.
• Low Digital Integration Data is siloed across systems, making it difficult to derive meaningful insights for strategic decision-making.

🚀 GustoMSC’s Digital Innovations: Turning Data into Action

1. Practical Digital Tools – Not Just Buzzwords GustoMSC cuts through the digital hype by offering tools that deliver real, measurable value.

2. The oss.events Application A flagship tool in GustoMSC’s Operator Support System (OSS), this app:

• Automates activity tracking and reporting
• Captures real-time data from offshore equipment
• Reduces administrative workload for crews
• Ensures more accurate and timely documentation

💡 Results: Cost savings of 5%–15%, enhanced productivity, and faster decision-making.

3. Built for Flexibility and Accessibility

• Runs on NOV’s Max™ Platform — a secure, cloud-ready environment
• Accessible via modern browsers from both offshore and onshore locations
• Supports fast deployment and scalability across projects

🌍 The Broader Impact: Toward a Smarter, Greener Future

GustoMSC’s digital approach contributes directly to:

• Lower operating costs
• Fewer delays and errors
• Improved safety and coordination
• Greater sustainability through efficiency gains

As offshore wind grows in size and strategic importance, innovations like those from GustoMSC are essential to keep pace and ensure long-term success.

🔗 Learn more about GustoMSC’s digital capabilities: http://www.nov.com/gustomsc/digitalsolutions