About the Company
Great Circle Wind Associates (GCWA), a Texas-registered limited liability company, was established with a singular vision: to revolutionize the offshore wind industry by merging cutting-edge technology with over 120 years of combined practical experience offered by the founders. Our professional team recognized the growing demand for renewable energy and perceived offshore wind as a vital, untapped resource with the potential to meet large-scale green energy needs while reducing carbon footprints to combat global climate change.
As pioneers in this field, we are driven by a commitment to sustainability and innovation. We believe that the future of energy lies in the winds and oceans, and we aim to be at the forefront of that transition. Our approach is about creating intelligent, reliable and scalable total solutions that stand the test of time alongside marine and offshore energy development.
Our experience spans multiple projects across diverse geographies, including challenging environments where we’ve successfully implemented cutting-edge marine and offshore technology. From feasibility studies to full-scale project management, we have consistently demonstrated our ability to adapt and deliver solutions that exceed expectations. Whether it’s navigating complex regulatory landscapes or integrating advanced technological systems, our team’s expertise ensures that each project is optimized for both immediate results and long-term viability.
What truly sets us apart is our focus on scalability. We create frameworks that can evolve with future advancements in renewable energy technology, ensuring that our clients are equipped for growth and innovation. This forward-thinking approach has cemented our reputation as a trusted partner in the marine and offshore industrial sector.
At the heart of our work is a dedication to collaboration and partnership. We work closely with stakeholders across government, industry, academic, and environmental sectors to ensure that every project not only meets energy demands but does so with a minimal environmental impact. By aligning technological advancements with responsible project development,
Great Circle Wind Associates is shaping the future of offshore wind power.
Meet Our Team
Jose H. Vazquez, Ph.D (CEO)
jose.vazquez@greatcirclewind.com
Chief Executive Officer of GCWA
Following 4 years as an assistant professor in the Maritime Systems Engineering department at Texas A&M University – Galveston, Dr. Vazquez began his “industry” career at Bennett & Associates. As its Technical Director, he was responsible for maintaining the quality and scope of all engineering analyses. He later became its Technical Director & CEO, and eventually President & CEO, continuing to be responsible for all technical matters for the company.
While at Bennett, he worked on jackup technology, co-authoring the Jack-up Primer and a number of papers on RPD. He also lead the team that designed the MinDOC 3 hull – for the first dry-tree floating production unit designed to post-Katrina standards.
Dr. Vazquez’s experience includes overseeing and directing the design work of structural engineers, naval architects, hydrodynamicists and project managers to ensure compliance with engineering and construction practices as well as regulatory agencies. He is well versed in structural dynamic and motion/mooring analyses as well as in the design of jackups, liftboats, semisubmersibles and deep draft production facilities. He has also developed proprietary software to bridge the gap among software packages from different engineering disciplines, and for monitoring in-place vessel performance (motion response and fatigue damage).
Dr. Vazquez is also co-founder of 3DENT Technology based in Houston, TX, responsible for new technology and client relations. He also teaches part-time in the graduate program at the University of Houston’s Civil and Environmental Engineering Department.
Dr. Vazquez is a graduate of the University of Houston (BSCE ’89, MSCE ‘ 90 and Ph.D. CE ’05).
Edward Huang, M.S. (CTO)
edward.huang@greatcirclewind.com
Chief Technology Officer of GCWA
Edward Huang is a Senior Project Engineering and Management Professional with over 45 years of experience in offshore/ocean engineering fields. Roles included project engineering manager position for the detail EPC engineering and FEED engineering design of Tension Leg Platforms, Semisubmersibles and Spar Floaters. He has extensive TLP/Semi detail engineering design experience includes Detail EPC Engineering for 14 TLP projects, Detail EPC Engineering for 4 Semi projects, FEED Engineering for 11 TLP projects, FEED Engineering 7 Semi projects, etc. Edward Huang held key managerial roles in Technip Energies / Genesis / Technip, FPS Engineering & Technology, FloaTEC, Versa Marine Engineering, SEA Engineering, ABB Lummus Global / HPA Engineering, Aker Omega Engineering, Brown and Root, Todd Shipyard, Bethlehem Steel Corporation, and Designers & Planners. He holds MS degree in Ocean Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, and BS degree in Naval Architecture at National Taiwan Ocean University,
Edward is also patent owner of below inventions:
- United States Patent “H-Shaped Pontoon Semi-submersible”, 2007
- United States Patent No.: US 6,786,679, “Floating Stability Device for Offshore Platform”, 2003
- United States Patent No.: US 6,371,697, “Floating Vessel for Deepwater Drilling and Production”, Single Column Floater (SCF), 2003
- United States Patent No.: US 6,447,208, “Extended Base Tension Leg Platform Substructure”, 2002
- United States Patent No.: US 7,033,115, “Temporary Floatation Stabilization Device and Method” for Tension Leg Platform Installation, 2002
Eddie Y. Wang, M.S. M.Sc. (CMO)
eddie.wang@greatcirclewind.com
Managing Partner & CMO
Eddie Wang is a reliable, resourceful, balanced and goal-oriented engineering and project management professional with over forty years combined experience in marine, offshore and renewable energy fields. Career advancement involved in ship design & construction & conversion projects, supervision, classification, & regulatory affairs, marine transportation, offshore installation, operation & maintenance, technology & project & business development. Current interest is in development of SEMI & TLP FOWT technologies for APAC region with integration, cost-effectiveness, min. environ/carbon footprint impact in mind. Eddie held key engineering and management positions in EMAS AMC, Bechtel Offshore, ABS, Great White Fleet/Chiquita Brands, Eastern Shipyard, Campbell Shipyard and Derecktor Shipyard in USA.
He holds M.S. Degree in Ocean Engineering at University of Connecticut, M.Sc. Degree in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering at University of London/University College London, and B.Eng. Degree in Naval Architecture at National Taiwan Ocean University. Eddie is a member of West Houston Christian Church and is a fan of Pickle Ball.