Who we are

A specialist Australian offshore wind developer.

As the team behind Star of the South, we’ve been pioneering offshore wind in Australia since 2017.

In 2024 we expanded our portfolio with Kut-Wut Brataualung and set up Southerly Ten to lead both projects and help build Australia’s offshore wind industry.

Together, our projects could power 2.5 million homes, create thousands of jobs and deliver a $16 million economic contribution.

Our mission is to advance Australia’s offshore wind industry and leave a legacy of clean energy for future generations.

How we operate

Our work on Star of the South locally, backed by deep global expertise, gives us rare insight into what it’ll take to bring projects from idea to reality, and make offshore wind a success in Australia.

Demonstrated commitment

We’re working to support the achievement of energy and climate goals and to realise economic opportunities that exist for the nation and local communities from delivering offshore wind projects.

Respectful and responsible

We partner with Traditional Owners, communities, governments, industry and scientists to build a sustainable industry and develop responsible projects that are right for Australia.

Global expertise,
local values

We match global expertise in the financing, design and delivery of offshore wind with a local-first approach to jobs, culture, community and environment. Our local team is supported by energy specialists worldwide through CIP’s global network.

Key personnel

Leadership team

We’ve built the most experienced and capable offshore wind team in the region – bringing together specialists in energy, the regions where we operate, project development and project delivery.

Charles Rattray

Chief Executive Officer

Erin Coldham

Chief Development Officer

Jo Begbie

People & Culture

James Perry

Engineering & Procurement

Matt Gill

Commercial

Kelly-Ann Ee

Health & Safety

Adam Mitchell

Environment & Approvals

Gippsland team

Our local team works with Traditional Owners, local residents and businesses, education providers and local government to build a new industry and shape projects that are good for Gippsland.

Paul Johnson

Regional Engagement

Stella Bodman

Communication

Meet our Gippsland team