Cherbourg, France – 18 February 2026
Normandie Hydroliennes welcomes the confirmation in France’s Multiannual Energy Plan (PPE3) of a 250 MW allocation for tidal stream energy, with a first commercial tender expected by 2030.
This decision provides the long-awaited market visibility needed to move tidal energy from pilot arrays to structured industrial deployment. By committing to commercial-scale tenders, France is creating the conditions for supply chain investment, repeatable installation and long-term cost reduction.
Normandie Hydroliennes is already contributing to this next phase through the NH1 project (12 MW) at Raz Blanchard, with delivery activities now underway at one of the most powerful tidal sites in Europe. NH1 is a winner of the European Commission’s Innovation Fund and he Programme d’Investissements d’Avenir operated by ADEME.
As a key step ahead of large-scale industrial deployment, NH1 is advancing next-generation tidal arrays by integrating a high-efficiency system and a competitive industrial approach designed to support cost reduction and scalability. This initiative contributes to strengthening France’s position as a European leader in marine renewable energy while enhancing its energy security and supporting its decarbonised electricity mix.
NH1 is progressing full-scale turbine deployment while helping to establish the operational, environmental and regulatory frameworks required for future commercial arrays.
As a preparatory step towards industrial deployment, the project focuses on:
- Accelerating the transition from pre-industrial development to repeatable installation
- Reducing technical and regulatory risk through structured deployment with its LCoE reduction pathway validated by the European Investment Bank
- Mobilising ports and regional industry to strengthen the Normandy supply chain
- Integrating environmental monitoring and operational feedback to support responsible long-term growth
“The confirmation of 250 MW in PPE3 sends a strong signal,” said Drew Blaxland, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of Normandie Hydroliennes. “Industrialisation requires both policy certainty and operational delivery. NH1 is helping to lay the foundations for scalable tidal energy projects in France.”
With national support now aligned alongside European funding mechanisms, France is positioned to play a leading role in the industrial scale-up of tidal energy in Europe.
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About Normandie Hydroliennes
Normandie Hydroliennes is a French tidal energy company developing marine energy projects. It will act both as an electricity producer and supplier delivering renewable electricity from tidal stream power into the French grid.
The company is dedicated to converting powerful ocean currents into clean, predictable, and sustainable electricity to help decarbonize the energy mix and support the energy transition in France and Europe.
Based in Colombelles, Normandy, Normandie Hydroliennes combines expertise in project development, technology deployment, and marine renewable energy infrastructure.
Its flagship project, NH1, is designed to advance full-scale turbine deployment and establish the operational framework required for future commercial arrays. NH1 is delivered in partnership with Proteus Marine Renewables, EFINOR and ADNormandie.
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For further information
Katia Gautier
Development Director
Email: k.gautier@normandiehydroliennes.fr
Phone: +33 61770 5329
www.normandiehydroliennes.fr
