Seabed User
& Developer Group
Sustainable Marine Development
The Seabed User & Developer Group represents the UK's key marine industries.
We are an informal grouping whose participants have a common interest and commitment to sustainable development within the UK’s marine environment. Working with Government, its agencies and other stakeholders, such as environmental NGOs, we support the development of regulation and marine management that benefits both business and the environment.
Unmute for sound
Priorities
We are currently experiencing unprecedented change in the marine space as we meet the challenges of the energy and biodiversity crises. We believe delivering on the following key priorities would make a considerable difference to industry, government, and the environment:
1
Creating a holistic and shared vision for the sustainable use of our future seas.
2
Streamlining regulatory processes
Through better service standards, protocols, and clearer focus on the most significant environmental impacts of development
SUDG Members
Meet Our Executives
The SUDG is heavily reliant on the contributions of its industry members. The day to day running of the SUDG is supported by Jennifer Godwin, Chief Executive Officer, and Peter Barham MBE, Chair.
Jennifer Godwin
Chief Executive Officer
Jen has supported the work of the SUDG since 2019, bringing experience of working with developers to gain marine consents alongside working with governments on international marine environmental policy. Jen's vision for a future marine space that balances a diverse range of marine industries alongside a flourishing and resilient marine environment drives her to push forward the work of the SUDG.
Peter Barham MBE
Chair of the SUDG
Peter's career in ocean and coastal management spans over four decades. He is an outcome-focussed innovator, promoting different ways of working that help to build trust and consensus around often challenging issues by focussing on the importance of win-win outcomes.
Our vision:
Thriving and resilient marine industries
working in partnership with others
to deliver sustainable economic growth,
societal wellbeing,
and contributing to marine recovery
and ultimately a high quality marine environment.