Category: Press Releases

£86m investment in offshore wind research facilities to accelerate UK development of next generation of super turbines

Development of the world’s most advanced wind turbine blade and drive train testing assets at ORE Catapult’s National Renewable Energy Centre in Blyth, Northumberland, set to deliver major boost to UK growth from offshore wind. Ambitious plans to keep the UK at the forefront of technology development in offshore wind have been given the green… Read more »

LONGi sets new world record with 27.30% for heterojunction back contact cells and renames next generation silicon tera wafer to TaiRay Wafer

Frankfurt am Main, 14th May 2024 – With 27.30%, LONGi sets a new world record for silicon heterojunction back-contact (HBC) solar cells, beating its own record from December 2023. The Germany’s Institute for Solar Energy Research Hamelin (ISFH) has certified this new record under laboratory conditions. This is LONGi’s 17th new world record in solar… Read more »

Nordex Group starts the year with solid sales growth and an EBITDA margin of 3.3%; Full year guidance confirmed

Strong order intake of 2.1 GW 29% growth in sales year over year First quarter EBITDA reaches EUR 52 million Working capital ratio at minus 7.0 percent   Hamburg, 14 May 2024. The Nordex Group (ISIN: DE000A0D6554) generated sales of EUR 1,574 million, which corresponds to a growth of 29 percent (Q1/2023: EUR 1,217 million)…. Read more »

Solis Confirms Compliance with UK Cyber Security Regulation

The UK is one of the first major markets to insist that manufacturers of consumer connected devices comply with cyber security rules – including solar inverters. 13 May 2024, London, United Kingdom: Solis Inverters (the company), a global powerhouse in the solar energy industry, announces full compliance with the new Product Security & Telecommunications Infrastructure… Read more »

Glamox lands contract to light the world’s most environmentally friendly intermediate-sized chemical tankers

Oslo, Norway, 14 May 2024: Glamox, a world leader in lighting, has won a contract to light two Vinga series vessels, regarded as the most advanced high-end intermediate-sized chemical tankers in the world, owned and operated by Sweden’s Furetank AB. Glamox will provide complete outdoor and indoor marine LED lighting for its two latest vessels in… Read more »

Operation Clean Sweep: Starting the Wave

Plastic usage pervades modern life, with more plastic products being produced each year. Yet, this convenience comes at a grave cost, as the lifecycle of plastic generates a staggering amount of waste. From the inception of raw materials to the final disposal of products, plastic waste proliferates largely unchecked. The consequences are dire: according to… Read more »

Gilbarco Veeder-Root announces turnkey EV charging business

Konect set to transform EV forecourt and fleet charging; SK Signet, an EV charger developer, to provide Gilbarco Veeder-Root with market-leading fast-charging hardware solutions. Konect delivers a comprehensive turnkey electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure specifically designed to enhance fuel retailers’ ROI and accelerate the transition to electric mobility Launched today at UNITI expo, Konect encompasses… Read more »

CHINT and PVH enhance their position in global solar market with strategic alliance

Shanghai, April 8 – CHINT New Energy (CHINT) and PV Hardware (PVH) celebrated a significant milestone with the signing of a Strategy Cooperation Agreement on April 8th in Shanghai. Mr. Martin Liu, Director of Overseas Investment Department of CHINT, and Mr. Carlos López, Chief Revenue Officer of PVH, sealed the agreement, marking the beginning of… Read more »

Scottish Renewables celebrates James Blyth – the locally born father of wind power

Industry body unveils plaque at former home of wind power pioneer Blyth’s great grandchildren attend celebration of his life in Aberdeenshire Scottish Renewables has recognised the achievements of James Blyth, ‘the father of wind power’, with the unveiling of a plaque at his former home in Marykirk, Aberdeenshire – the first building in the world… Read more »

Jan De Nul Group started 2023 with a high level of confidence, but our expectations were far exceeded.

The turnover continued to grow to 2.9 billion euro, a record in the history of the Group. This led to an increase in EBITDA with 39% to 610 million euro or 21% on turnover, globally resulting in a strong profit of 296 million euro. These growth figures were achieved in a balanced manner through various… Read more »

Remote Energy Celebrates Graduation of Spring 2024 Women’s Only Solar Fundamentals Class

Remote Energy proudly celebrates the graduation of 53 remarkable women from its Spring 2024 Women’s Only Solar Fundamentals with Energy Storage Units 1 & 2 Class. This diverse cohort, representing Uganda, Cameroon, Tanzania, and Kenya, embarked on a transformative journey of intensive training. Their dedication not only deepened their solar skills but also shattered the barriers… Read more »

Towards Japan’s first technology demonstration of offshore floating photovoltaic power generation.

“Tokyo Bay eSG Project” is now a reality, showcasing the potential of local renewable energy production at sea in Japan through the application of cutting-edge technology.” Tokyu Land Corporation (Head Office: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President: Hiroaki Hoshino) and SolarDuck B.V. (“SolarDuck”, Head Office: Rotterdam, the Netherlands; CEO: Koen Burgers), in collaboration with Kyocera Communication Systems Corporation,… Read more »

Pioneering South Hampshire College Group launches new Digital Training Vessel for public educational spearheading of new and innovative maritime skills

South Hampshire College Group (SHCG), a large and newly merged college group, that brings together three Further Education colleges from Southampton, Eastleigh and Fareham has taken delivery of a pioneering resource to meet the needs of new and emerging skills in the Solent region, through the acquisition of a state-of-the-art Digital Training Vessel. Believed a… Read more »

Ingeteam awarded a new 380 MW photovoltaic project in Australia

Ingeteam is supplying the transformer substations for the construction of the Aldoga solar power plant, developed by Acciona Energía. The project is expected to be fully operational by mid-2025. This is the first Australian solar power project to be equipped with Ingeteam’s new central inverter model.   Ingeteam has been selected by Acciona Energía as… Read more »

LONGi Sets New World-Record for Silicon Solar Cell Efficiency, Launching 2nd Generation Ultra-Efficient BC-Based Module

Marid, Spain, May 7th, 2024 – LONGi Green Energy Technology Co. today announces that the company has broken another world-record for silicon solar cell efficiency only 4 months after it last set a world-record in this area. As certified by Germany’s Institute for Solar Energy Research Hamelin (ISFH), new silicon heterojunction back-contact (HBC) solar cells designed by LONGi… Read more »

Offshore wind is booming – the impact will be felt at WindEnergy Hamburg

Two thirds of Europe’s wind energy capacity is located onshore, but the offshore segment is catching up. As much as 40 gigawatts could be added this year alone. This brings huge business potential to the industry, and WindEnergy Hamburg provides a perfect platform to make it all happen. Steady winds and sufficient space for large,… Read more »

REC Group receives EcoVadis Silver Medal for its advanced ESG efforts

This recognition places REC among the top 15% of assessed companies in the electronic goods manufacturing industry globally. Singapore, May 8, 2024 – REC Group, an international pioneering solar energy company with its cell and module manufacturing sites in Singapore, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious EcoVadis Silver Medal for… Read more »

New Emerson Pressure Regulator Maximizes Hydrogen-Powered Vehicle Fuel Efficiency, Improves Reliability

With a contamination-resistant design, the TESCOM HV-7000 Series provides stable pressure delivery in all flow conditions with a longer service life United Kingdom, (Apr. 29, 2024) – Emerson: Emerson has launched the TESCOMTM HV-7000 Series two-stage pressure-reducing regulator, which is designed to maximize fuel efficiency and improve reliability in hydrogen-powered vehicles. Easy to install, HV-7000… Read more »

Uniting Forces: Chemitek Solar and SolarCleano invite their Ambassadors to share experiences at Intersolar Europe 2024

Chemitek Solar and SolarCleano are pleased to announce their collaborative participation at Intersolar Europe 2024, alongside their esteemed ambassadors. The event, slated to take place in Munich, Germany from June 19th to 21st, 2024, marks a significant moment in the solar industry as the leading companies join hands to showcase their innovations and foster industry-wide… Read more »

Ingeteam starts building a new R&D laboratory, set to become a technology benchmark in power and control electronics

Ingeteam’s new laboratory, to be located in Northern Spain, represents an investment of around €25M under the company’s strategic plan. Partial tests, type tests and combined power and control electronics tests will be conducted at the new facility, set to become international benchmarks for the renewables and electrification industries. The systems tested at the laboratory… Read more »

AEROCOMPACT presents the COMPACTWALL mounting system for PV façades

Satteins, Austria, 07 May 2024. PV mounting system expert AEROCOMPACT is tapping into another market segment with its COMPACTWALL system. The new solution is based on the tried-and-tested COMPACTMETAL product portfolio, which AEROCOMPACT has expanded and adapted for this purpose. In addition to sheet metal façades, PV systems can be installed on concrete – including… Read more »

Earth Anchors Keep Solar Arrays Grounded

The anchors ensure array stability and safety as well as positioning, to maximize energy output Solar array ground mounts, designed to support solar panels at ground level, are increasingly common in residential and commercial settings. However, these solar arrays, which consist of metal frames or structures, must be securely anchored to the ground for stability, safety,… Read more »

ZF Wind Power strengthens its global position as a strategic partner with investments in India and the USA

• ZF Wind Power increases its capacity in Coimbatore (India) from 9 to 12 GW to answer the growth in the international wind market. • Thrive, ZF Wind Power’s all-inclusive service concept, partners with ABS Wind to guarantee continuous availability in the United States. • Through local production & service centers and sustainable logistics, ZF… Read more »

Pfeiffer Vacuum Introduced its Vacuum and Leak Detection Solutions for the Hydrogen Industry at Hydrogen + Fuel Cells EUROPE

•Mass spectrometer for gas and residual gas analysis •Universal leak detector •Mobile Leak Test Module Hydrogen + Fuel Cells EUROPE/Hannover Messe. Pfeiffer Vacuum introduced state-of-the-art vacuum and leak detection solutions for the hydrogen and fuel cell sector at this year’s Hannover Messe. State-of-the art mass spectrometer for gas and residual gas analysis OmniStar GSD 350… Read more »

Ingeteam exceeds 36% market share in the US wind power sector

The company has to date equipped 55 GW of generators, converters and control systems for the US wind power market with its technology, representing a 36.55% market share. Ingeteam has a production plant in the United States of almost 7,500 sqm with an annual manufacturing capacity of 3.7 GW for the wind power market.  … Read more »

APAC Wind Energy Summit Theme Launch: Leading the Global Race to 3xRenewables with Action in the Region

Two industry leaders appointed event ambassadors and will spearhead the development of the conference programme​ 2 May 2024, Incheon | ‘Action in APAC: Leading the Global Race to 3xRenewables’ will be the official theme for the APAC Wind Energy Summit 2024, from the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC). The theme was revealed alongside the announcement of… Read more »

SCHMID GROUP CLOSES BUSINESS COMBINATION AND BEGINS TRADING ON THE NASDAQ STOCK EXCHANGE

SCHMID Group and Pegasus Digital Mobility Acquisition Corp. announce the completion of their business combination. As a result, starting April 30, 2024 the existing company’s legal name is SCHMID Group N.V. SCHMID Group N.V. shares will begin trading on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol “SHMD” SCHMID signed non-redemption and investment agreement… Read more »

2023 Annual Report: LONGi maintains Robust Financial Condition and Strong Risk Resistance Capabilities

2023 Annual Report: LONGi maintains Robust Financial Condition and Strong Risk Resistance Capabilities On April 30, 2024, LONGi Green Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “LONGi “), a global leader in solar technology, officially released its performance report for the year 2023. The company achieved a revenue of 129.498 billion yuan, continuing to maintain a… Read more »

Glass-glass solar modules from WINAICO PFAS-free

Manufacturer’s declaration on the content of perfluorinated and polyfluorinated alkyl substances Creglingen, 30.04.2024 – WINAICO has issued a manufacturer’s declaration in which the company confirms that its solar modules of the WST-NGX and WST-NGXB series are free from perfluorinated and polyfluorinated chemicals, or PFAS for short. PFAS are specifically used due to their water and… Read more »

Volvo Penta and Danfoss Drives set course on electric future with latest MHO-Co hybrid vessels

Two new advanced Crew Transfer Vessels have entered operation for MHO-Co, debuting an exciting progression of the hybrid technology from Volvo Penta and Danfoss Drives. The vessels are set to bring class-leading levels of efficiency to marine transport thanks to a fully integrated solution and intelligent ‘Power of Plenty’ design that combines Danfoss drives and… Read more »

New Emerson Pressure Regulator Maximizes Hydrogen-Powered Vehicle Fuel Efficiency, Improves Reliability

With a contamination-resistant design, the TESCOM HV-7000 Series provides stable pressure delivery in all flow conditions with a longer service life FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (April 29, 2024) – Emerson has launched the TESCOM™ HV-7000 Series two-stage pressure-reducing regulator, which is designed to maximize fuel efficiency and improve reliability in hydrogen-powered vehicles. Easy to install, HV-7000 Series regulators provide… Read more »

Sunova Solar becomes Thornova Solar

To standardise its branding globally, Sunova Solar has decided to unite with its sister brand Thornova Solar already used by the company in North America and Mexico. Thornova, based on the Norse pantheon hero Thor, represents perfectly the company values and is hence a valued namesake. As the ever-growing, innovative and expanding company that we… Read more »

Youwind’s Tools for Rapid Offshore Wind Screening adopted by ACCIONA Energía

Leading global developer deploys Youwind’s web-based technology to expedite early phase development for a growing offshore wind pipeline Barcelona, 30th April 2024 — Youwind Renewables, a leading provider of web-based solutions for optimizing early-stage offshore wind development, has announced that Acciona Energía, a global leader in renewable energy, is using its technology to accelerate offshore… Read more »

Electricity networks accelerate potential connection dates of over 200 clean energy projects

7.8GW of clean energy projects, more than double the output of Hinkley Point C nuclear power station, have had their grid connection offer dates brought forward by up to 10 years Acceleration delivered through a programme called ‘Technical Limits’ which is allowing projects to connect to lower voltage distribution networks prior to reinforcement of the… Read more »