One Rhode Island-based operator has quietly taken the helm in America’s growing offshore wind sector. Atlantic Wind Transfers is not only moving technicians and equipment across the waves but also redefining what local excellence looks like in a field traditionally led by international players. With US-built vessels, American crews, and a reputation built on safety, innovation, and seamanship, the team has established itself as a trusted presence behind the turbines driving the nation’s clean energy transition.
While attention often focuses on turbines, cables, and megawatts, the daily operations that keep these assets running depend on a dedicated network of mariners and vessels. Transporting people and materials to installations miles offshore is not a supporting role but a critical function that ensures efficiency and uptime.
At the center of this effort is AWT, headquartered in Quonset Point, Rhode Island. Founded by mariner and entrepreneur Charles A. Donadio Jr., who brings over 30 years of hands-on maritime experience, the operator has helped define what a modern US offshore wind service provider can be. Its track record proves that American innovation and local ownership are fully capable of leading in a rapidly evolving industry.