Energy Minister Michael Shanks MP, said: “With a coastline that stretches among the longest in Europe, it's time we finally deliver on our marine energy potential and put our waves and tides to work.

“We will work closely with industry in breaking down barriers, unlocking investment, and kickstarting growth in our coastal communities, as we deliver clean homegrown power that we control.”

Mike Dobson, Head of New Energies at The Crown Estate, said: “There is significant potential around the UK’s coastline to capture the predictable nature of our tides and waves and harness them in support of the clean energy transition. We’re pleased to support the Government’s Marine Energy Taskforce to help accelerate the growth potential of this sector and explore the contribution it could make to the UK’s future energy mix, ensuring key information is considered as part of our Marine Delivery Routemap as we take a long-term view of seabed use out to 2050.”

Tom Mallows, Head of Offshore Development for Emerging Technology & Infrastructure at Crown Estate Scotland, said: "Crown Estate Scotland is pleased to support this Taskforce and grateful to partners for the focus it brings to the tidal stream and wave energy sectors in particular. As the organisation responsible for managing seabed rights around Scotland, we have a key role to play in supporting the sustainable development of offshore renewable power generation. Tidal stream and wave energy offer significant long-term potential if we take deliberate and co-ordinated action. The Marine Energy Taskforce roadmap will help clarify what needs to be done to realise this potential."

Sue Bartlett-Reed, Chair of the Marine Energy Taskforce said: “The UK has the natural resource and maritime engineering expertise to lead the world in tidal stream and wave energy. The Taskforce is a critical initiative in providing a roadmap to realising that potential.

Marine energy projects are currently deployed with over 80% of UK supply chain content spend. The Marine Energy Council’s ambition is to maintain high levels of UK content as the sector grows, and our waves and tides are harnessed.

I thank The Crown Estate, Crown Estate Scotland, and DESNZ for their support of the Taskforce.”

Anders Jansson, Head of Business Development at CorPower Ocean, said: “Wave energy is no longer a distant promise – it’s a near-term opportunity to power homes, create jobs, boost exports, and strengthen the UK’s energy independence. The launch of the Marine Energy Taskforce and CorPower Ocean’s seat at the table marks a decisive moment in turning that opportunity into a powerful, sustainable reality. With cutting-edge technology delivering high power-to-weight ratios and resilience in extreme sea conditions, CorPower Ocean is well-placed to guide the sector toward scalable, cost-effective solutions.”