Ben de Sonneville

The combination of a passion for water – being a kite-surfer – and technology has drawn me to the development of offshore wind energy. I like to engage in projects where my analytical approach can enhance the development of offshore wind energy.

After graduating cum laude in Delft University, I worked as an offshore engineer at Deltares for 10 years, where I developed a thorough understanding of programming, hydraulic engineering, and the environmental conditions offshore. Seeking a larger impact and a birds-eye view on offshore wind farm project development in 2015, I joined BLIX Consultancy. My projects there allowed me to advise developers and governments on their strategy and development activities. Since then, I have been managing and executing site investigations for offshore wind farms and supporting the development of the foundations and cables packages.

In 2019, I decided to form my own company, Sideshore Consultancy, to advise project developers and governments on the development of offshore wind energy, with a key focus on site investigations and data for offshore wind farms.

In 2020, I joined forces with my study and surfing friend Jan, establishing a new company called Sideshore Technology. This company brings together Jan’s exceptional computing skills with my offshore wind experience. We solve problems that other companies can’t. We believe our combined skills bring most value to wind farm layout optimisation, hence this is our primary focus.”