HydroWing wins at the 2024 Wales STEM Awards

HydroWing has been recognised for its contribution to STEM in Wales, winning the Innovation award.

The winners of the Wales STEM Awards 2024 were announced at a prestigious awards ceremony hosted by broadcaster Lucy Owen on 17th October 2024.

The 2024 awards ceremony, which took place at the Mercure Holland House Hotel, celebrated outstanding achievements in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), recognising trailblazing individuals and organisations driving innovation and making significant contributions to the sector in Wales.

The Wales STEM Awards shine a spotlight on the remarkable work being done within the STEM sector, addressing challenges such as the skills shortage and the need for greater diversity. The awards not only celebrate innovation but also inspire the next generation of STEM professionals in Wales.

The ceremony brought together finalists from across Wales to compete in 15 categories.

HydroWing, the tidal energy division of Inyanga Marine Energy Group, scooped the Innovation award .The company aims to advance its innovative tidal energy converter technology, HydroWing, to provide cost-effective, reliable, and predictable power to communities around the globe.

Commercial Manager Osian Roberts said: “We are thrilled to have won this prestigious award and to be recognised as leading the way in STEM in Wales. Our cutting-edge solutions in renewable energy technology are making waves at home and abroad.”

Co-Founder of Wales STEM Awards, Liz Brookes, said: “It’s incredible to see the impact that our winners and finalists are having. They are not just excelling in their fields but are also paving the way for the future of STEM in Wales.”

Matthew Taylor, Director of Innovation at Cardiff Metropolitan University, headline sponsor of the awards, congratulated the winners: “We are thrilled to see the incredible achievements of this year’s winners and finalists at the Wales STEM Awards. Their dedication, creativity, and innovation are not only driving the STEM sector forward but also inspiring future generations. At Cardiff Met, we are proud to support such talent and to play a role in fostering a thriving STEM community in Wales. Congratulations to all those who are making a real impact in their fields.”

For a full list of winners and more information about the Wales STEM awards, visit www.stemawards.wales.