Maersk Supply Service has partnered with wind energy firm Vestas to develop what it calls solutions and next-generation technology for the sustainable energy industry.

In a statement, Maersk Supply says the companies have overlapping long-term goals and notes wind energy production will double by 2027.

Steen S. Karstensen, chief executive of Maersk Supply, said: “This is an exciting step for Maersk Supply Service and a great example of how our marine knowledge and versatile fleet can be leveraged in new industries.