Moventas remains renewable energy brand Moventas has today reintroduced its legacy brand Santasalo® as the brand for its industrial gears business. The Moventas Group, now renamed Santasalo Moventas, has two brands and business areas; Santasalo for industry and Moventas for new energy. Santasalo Moventas now reintroduces its long-standing brand Santasalo as the brand for its… Read more »
Maersk Training has announcement today the appointment of David Bowyer as new Head of Training and Education. David joins the senior management team to oversee all aspects of training, following recent growth in the number of delegates attending their courses.David Bowyer has a wealth of experience in the education industry and was previously the Assistant… Read more »
• The projects completed total a combined capacity of 5.41 MWp and will produce equivalent energy to supply the consumption of 13,000 inhabitants • To date, Martifer Solar sums three photovoltaic plants built for Eurowind Energy A/S in Romania Martifer Solar, a subsidiary of Martifer SGPS, has completed the construction of two photovoltaic plants in… Read more »
The Scottish Government’s Director-General for Enterprise, Environment and Digital, Graeme Dickson, yesterday opened a new Scottish Head Office for recently merged DNV GL Energy. The new office represents a vote of confidence in the future of energy and renewables in particular in Scotland at time of considerable regulatory change in the sector. Speaking on behalf… Read more »
Chinese manufacturers of solar modules put their trust in teamtechnik machine assemblies: within three months, the automation experts received orders for 50 stringer systems Freiberg/Germany and Jintan: Friday, December 06, 2013: The teamtechnik group received orders for more than 50 machine assemblies for the production of solar cell strings from China just in the last… Read more »
Printing technology market leader DEK announced today that ASM Pacific Technology (ASM PT) entered into an agreement to acquire DEK. ASM PT is the world’s leading supplier of equipment for the electronics manufacturing industry and is traded on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. If the transaction proceeds, DEK, with all its employees, locations and full… Read more »
Intersolar Europe 2014 promotes the exchange between established and young markets within this global growth industry Munich, December 2, 2013 – Following a consolidation phase in the photovoltaics industry over the last two years, the international market looks poised to continue expanding. Current forecasts estimate a growth of at least 18% in 2014, with Asian… Read more »
SUISSE OUTREMER AG group has just confirmed an order for two 53m units, the “KathrinT” and the “Karol W”, for delivery in May and September 2014, which will be commercially operated by ABC MARITIME AG in West Africa.After delivery of 4 ships that have been put into service on the West African coast and in… Read more »
* The 1,028MWp solar farm, located in Ma’an, southern Jordan, is set to be connected at the beginning of 2014.* The supply deal adds to other agreements recently reached by the multinational, which expects to sign new contracts in Morocco and Saudi Arabia soon. 2 December 2013. MECASOLAR has signed an important contract under which… Read more »
Dyesol (ASX:DYE) has been named the ‘Coolest Company in Australia’ beating 100 finalists to the top spot, as well as winning the Innovation Award at the Australian Anthill Cool Company Awards, the second largest business awards in Australia that attracts over 900 nominations and applications each year. The awards recognise companies that are doing things… Read more »
– Bald Hills wind project to be supplied with 52 MM92 turbines– Largest REpower EPC contract in Australia to date– Project scheduled for delivery in Q2 2014 Melbourne/Hamburg/Pune: Suzlon Group-subsidiary REpower Systems SE announced the conclusion of an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract with Mitsui & Co (Australia) Ltd. to deliver 52 wind turbines… Read more »
Karlsruhe/Stuttgart, 28/11/2013. In order to establish whether a particular site is suitable for a wind power project or not, investors, project engineers and system operators need to obtain an assessment. In so doing they must ensure that they take into account any uncertainties relating to meteorology and technology – something which will, in turn, have… Read more »
A group of highly qualified businesses in the wind energy sector and a strong maritime industry, with highly advanced port infrastructures and ancillary services: that is the foundation on which the Basque Government and the Basque Energy Board (EVE) are seeking to build a real “smart energy revolution” in the Basque Country, with the offshore… Read more »
During the China Renewable Energy Industry Association’s (CREIA) China Photovoltaic Industry Development Form and Conference, which took place this past weekend in Beijing, DEK Solar was honoured with a prestigious Excellent Supplier Award. Sponsored by CREIA and judged by a distinguished panel of solar industry experts, DEK Solar earned the Excellent Supplier Award based on… Read more »
Large-scale project with state electricity company EDF successfully concluded The Centrosolar AG subsidiary Centrosolar France was the main supplier for a large-scale solar project in Northern France, in the department of Seine Maritime. On behalf of EDF Optimal Solutions, a subsidiary of the state electricity company EDF, roof-integrated solar systems with a combined output of… Read more »
London, November 14th 2013 – TÜV SÜD PMSS has announced that it is completing two important studies for RenewableUK, the UK’s leading renewable energy trade association. This follows the recent launch at the RenewableUK Annual Conference of a series of position papers by a PMSS led-team which outlines current knowledge regarding the impacts of wave… Read more »
New frame improves performance and saves transport and storage costs Munich/Germany, November 27, 2013 – Scandinavian-German solar module manufacturer, Innotech Solar (ITS), has reduced the profile of its modules frames from 43 millimeters to 35 millimeters. The lower profile frame of its photovoltaic modules which is compatible with industry standard clamps for fixing modules to… Read more »
Dow Corning’s next-generation conductive adhesive is combined with Tianwei’s MWT technology to deliver high efficiency and durable back-contact modules. Shanghai, China, November 25, 2013 – Dow Corning and Tianwei New Energy Holdings Company jointly announced a new collaboration today. Dow Corning’s silicone-based, next-generation conductive adhesive Dow Corning® PV-5802 will be used in Tianwei New Energy’s… Read more »
* The products were delivered in November to six installations of 50kWp each, all of them located in the Gunma prefecture on Honshu Island, Japan.* Back in 2011, PROINSO decided to strengthen its presence in the solar PV market in Asia, opening a commercial branch in Tokyo to start operating in Japan.* In late August,… Read more »
Bosch Solar EnergyPotential buyer found for parts of the Arnstadt locationChance to save some 1,100 jobs SolarWorld plans to take over production of cells and modules Second investor plans to manufacture pharmaceutical products at the Arnstadt location Bosch intends to manufacture an automotive product in Arnstadt in the future Realization of the entire concept subject… Read more »
Collett & Sons Ltd, one of the UK’s top provider of heavy transport, shipping and project management for delivery of wind turbines, has recently announced the launch of its new Heavy Lift and Port facility in Grangemouth, Scotland. The new depot will complement Collett’s headquarters in Halifax, West Yorkshire, and its Heavy Lift and Port… Read more »
Delta Energy Systems (Germany) GmbH has expanded its advanced transformerless inverter series for the European market with three new models; a 6 kW, 8 kW, and 12 kW inverter. These models are ideal both for residential or small to medium commercial PV systems. The new small power 3-phase transformerless inverters allow Delta to offer more… Read more »
Tekmar Energy today (Wednesday, November 20) reinforced its market-leading position in the supply of offshore cable protection systems by unveiling a new innovation which will contribute significantly to reducing installation time and costs, and minimise associated cable risks onshore. The TekTube cable protection system is an onshore installed solution thus reducing the time and complexity… Read more »
Offshore solutions based on presence, performance and partnership German Offshore Partners (GOP) today announced its official launch at EWEA Offshore 2013 in Frankfurt. The Germany based company aims to conquer the global wind industry with its full turnkey offshore logistic solutions. “There is far too much paperwork and too little performance in the market”. The… Read more »
CTruk has utilised the wealth of performance statistics and operational feedback gained during its composite SWATH workboat CWind Astute’s first year at sea to fine tune the design for the next build. The Brightlingsea yard has recently started work on a 20m SWATH OWSV for Dungeness- based Technical Marine Support and CWind under the latter’s… Read more »
Transformer manufacturer CG has received certification from GL Renewables Certifcation (GL RC) for its liquid immersed SLIM® and “Bio-SLIM® distribution transformer”. The hermetically sealed transformer is also available with a bio-degradable transformer fluid which reduces the risk of pollution at environmentally sensitive locations, such as offshore. The certification was carried out according to GL’s Guideline… Read more »
Four leading North Sea offshore wind farms choose Mobil-branded high performance gear oil • Mobilgear SHCTM XMP 320 is used to protect more than 40,000 gearboxes worldwide, including the latest Bard 1 Offshore wind farm • Mobilgear SHC XMP 320 has been designed to enable wind turbines to operate at lower temperatures during winter months… Read more »
CTruk has utilised the wealth of performance statistics and operational feedback gained during its composite SWATH workboat CWind Astute’s first year at sea to fine tune the design for the next build. The Brightlingsea yard has recently started work on a 20m SWATH OWSV for Dungeness- based Technical Marine Support and CWind under the latter’s… Read more »
• Bigger rotor increases energy yield by 20%• Rated power of 6.15 megawatts and a rotor diameter of 152 metres• Prototype scheduled for installation in 2014 Pune/Hamburg: At EWEA OFFSHORE 2013, the Suzlon Group – the world’s fifth- largest* wind turbine manufacturer – will unveil its new offshore turbine, the REpower 6.2M152. With the new… Read more »
Two gas engines enhanced by ABB’s two-stage turbocharging solution, Power2, have facilitated a 10% improvement in power efficiency at a French market garden in Serres Vinet. After over two years fault-free operation, the exhaust gas that is usually a waste product from the engines is now routinely turned into a prime resource for growing crops…. Read more »
• 97 wind turbines and service for five years • Entrance for Siemens’ new 6 megawatt wind turbines off the German coast • Gode Wind 1 & 2 to supply clean electricity for approximately 600,000 households Siemens has received a further order for two German offshore wind power plants: The company will supply 97 wind turbines,… Read more »
Mexico WindPower 2014, taking place in Mexico City on 26-27 February, will cover 100% of its power consumption by wind energy and be labeled by WindMade. The event represents the most anticipated gathering of key players from within the wind power industry to discuss latest trends and business solutions in the Mexican wind market. The… Read more »
CWind Resolution named in BrightlingseaCWind, a leading provider of services to the offshore wind industry, has announced a second of its vessels, the CWind Resolution due to be named later today in Brightlingsea, has gained the new class notation ‘Wind Farm Service Ships’ introduced by Bureau Veritas earlier this year. The CWind Resolution is only… Read more »
On November 5th Mita-Teknik became members of the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC). The membership will strengthen Mita-Teknik’s global profile and create new possibilities through better market intelligence and insight. Additionally it will expand Mita-Teknik’s international network, which will benefit both existing and future customers. The GWEC membership is a natural step in consolidating Mita-Teknik’s… Read more »
Ingeteam has already started to deliver its inverters to the Llano de Llampos PV plant in the north of Chile. This plant, located close to the city of Copiapó, in the region of Atacama, is to occupy a surface area of 306,7 hectares. In total, Ingeteam will cover 47 MW of the plant’s power output…. Read more »
Nanosolar GmbH, which was acquired by Smartenergy Renewables AG in July 2013, has been renamed and operates under the new corporate name of Smartenergy Renewables Deutschland GmbH since November 1, 2013. The company will continue to support existing customers with exchange modules, technical support, and service. To support the ramping up of new products and… Read more »