Eco Wave Power and C&S Welding Join Forces to Deliver First US Wave Energy Pilot at Port of Los Angeles

23 July 2025

(Image credit: Eco Wave Power)

Eco Wave Power Global AB, a leader in onshore wave energy technology, has announced that it has signed an agreement with C&S Welding Inc., a premier California-based industrial and maritime contractor, for the installation of its wave energy floaters and the company’s energy conversion unit at the Port of Los Angeles.

This milestone agreement marks the final step before deployment begins for Eco Wave Power’s first-ever onshore wave energy project in the United States.

C&S Welding Inc., headquartered in Wilmington, CA, is a certified Small Business Enterprise known for its excellence in welding, fabrication, and marine infrastructure projects. Founded in 2006 by Steve Crichton and now run by his son, Ian Crichton, C&S is a proud family-owned business. With zero lost-time accidents, industry-leading certifications (ASME, API 1104, ABS, L.A. City), and nearly two decades of successful projects in ports and coastal environments, C&S was a natural partner for the execution of this pioneering clean energy deployment.

“We’re excited to be part of this historic deployment of wave energy in the US,” said Ian C., President of C&S Welding Inc. “Eco Wave Power’s technology represents real innovation in clean energy, and we’re proud to apply our expertise to help bring this project to life at the Port of Los Angeles. It’s a great opportunity for local industry to contribute to a more sustainable future.”

This announcement follows a series of rapid developments:

All floaters have been fabricated by All-Ways Metal, a woman-owned, California-based business.
All floaters are expected to be fully assembled in the upcoming week, keeping the installation timeline on track.
The project is hosted by AltaSea at the Port of LA, with Shell’s Marine Renewable Program providing co-investment and support.

“This collaboration with C&S Welding represents the final operational piece of our US rollout puzzle,” said Inna Braverman, CEO of Eco Wave Power. “With the floaters complete and a trusted local installer now in place, we are full speed ahead toward installation. The future of wave energy in the US is becoming a reality—right here in Los Angeles.”