Solar2Wave is Indonesia’s first floating offshore solar PV prototype, designed to withstand open sea conditions and generate renewable electricity in coastal environments.

The project is a collaborative initiative involving:
Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS)
Cranfield University (UK)
Universitas Pattimura
Orela Shipyard
HelioRec & Achelous Energy Ltd (UK)
Funded by Innovate UK
With engineering & installation support from GMN Energy

Location:

Gili Ketapang, East Java, Indonesia
Prototype launched in March 2024

Project Scope & Role of GMN:

GMN contributed as the engineering and installation partner, delivering expertise in offshore solar deployment, structural mounting, and electrical integration under challenging marine conditions.

This floating PV system is designed for:

Surviving high wave exposure

Coastal energy generation

Sustainable electrification in archipelagic areas

Key Features:

Floating structure with wave-resilient design

Grid-independent solar electricity generation

Expandable for small islands, ports, & fisheries

Impact:

Solar2Wave opens a new frontier for renewable energy in Indonesia — enabling solar access in locations where land-based installations are limited or impossible.