Asahikawa, Japan and Zug, Switzerland – January 17, 2019: Hokutaku Ltd. and Romo Wind AG announced their exclusive partnership for the distribution of iSpin technology based products and services in Japan. Hokutaku Ltd. will provide Romo Wind’s product and service portfolio to the Japanese market and will support the full life cycle from the distribution,… Read more »
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Offshore CCU specialist Cargostore Worldwide continues expansion by opening depot in Den Helder, NL.
Cargostore Worldwide is undergoing expansion with plans to open a depot in Den Helder, Netherlands to meet the growing demand for DNV certified CCU’s in the Dutch oil and gas industry. This comes only months after Cargostore’s recent expansion into Eemshaven which was strategically located to service the offshore wind industry. By operating both depots… Read more »
Ingeteam continues its international expansion with the opening of subsidiaries in Morocco and Peru
Ingeteam maintains its global leadership position in the provision of Operation & Maintenance services to energy generation plants. In Morocco, the company has supplied PV inverters and is providing services to three solar plants with an installed power capacity of 175.5 MW. In Peru, the company is providing operation and maintenance services at two solar… Read more »
Europe’s wind industry to meet in thriving wind hub Bilbao
Europe’s wind industry will converge on one of the continent’s most flourishing wind hubs this spring: Bilbao. From 2-4 April, Bilbao will host the WindEurope 2019 Conference & Exhibition, the most important gathering for the wind industry, attracting 8,000 professionals and over 300 exhibitors from 50 countries. The 2019 WindEurope Conference & Exhibition in Bilbao… Read more »
Q CELLS Japan to launch new solar self-consumption solutions at Smart Grid Expo in Tokyo
− The leading manufacturer of solar modules in Japan will unveil a suite of new products and services designed for the evolving Japanese residential and C&I markets − Among them will be new solar energy solutions that will help homeowners increase their self-consumption of PV − Q CELLS Japan will also showcase its new Q.HOME… Read more »
“Our energy storage systems are at the heart of the intelligent household“
Gordon Clements General Manager of VARTA Storage talks about his expectations for 2019, in which markets he expects growth and what the company plans worldwide. 2018 was a year of further growth for VARTA Storage, consolidating the position as market leader in Switzerland, with the element system, and a top 3 position among storage manufacturers… Read more »
Q CELLS Q.PARTNER program goes from strength-to-strength as network exceeds 1,000
− More than 1,000 Q.PARTNERS are now working with Q CELLS across the EU − Q.PARTNER program is a long-standing collaboration between Q CELLS and a variety of solar professionals, delivering mutual benefits − Training session roadshow held in January across Germany helped to further strengthen relationships with Q.PARTNERS − Q CELLS’ Head of EU… Read more »
New pipe-laying method awarded construction industry sponsorship prize
The Association of the Construction Industry, Environmental Technology and Mechanical Engineering (VDBUM) awards the PiPECrawler the 2019 sponsorship prize. At the annual main meeting in Willingen, the global innovation in underground pipelines made of polyethylene (PE) won first prize in the category “Developments from Industry”. “We are delighted to receive recognition from our colleagues,” said… Read more »
Partnership for further growth: Equistone acquires RENA
Munich/Gütenbach, 21 February 2019 – Funds advised by Equistone Partners Europe (“Equistone”), one of Europe’s leading mid-market private equity firms, have acquired a majority interest in the RENA group (“RENA” or “the company”) from funds advised by Capvis AG. The company, which is based in Gütenbach in the Black Forest, Germany, manufactures technologically high-quality machinery… Read more »
KINGSPAN COMMITS TO NET-ZERO ENERGY WITH EWT WIND TURBINE TECHNOLOGY
Pioneering insulation business makes leap towards 2020 pledge with low-cost green power generation onsite. Amersfoort, 21st February 2019 – EWT Direct Wind has delivered a DW52 900kW wind turbine at the manufacturing site of global industrial insulation business, Kingspan, at Holywell in North Wales. Marking a key milestone towards meeting Kingspan’s pledge to become a net-zero energy company… Read more »
SolarEdge enabling inverter commissioning via SetApp phone application
With smart phone applications being used to make nearly every aspect of our lives easier, from finding a taxi, getting directions, and communicating with friends, SolarEdge is bringing the same ease and convenience to inverter installation and commissioning with its new mobile-friendly SetApp. Activating and configuring a SolarEdge inverter can now be done directly through… Read more »
N-Sea Announces Multi-Million Pound North Sea Contract Wins
UK and Netherlands-based subsea provider N-Sea has announced that it has been awarded two £multi-million contracts. Managed and supported by N-Sea’s Aberdeen base, the first is a three-year contract, awarded by an international operator. The workscope will take place across a number of the operator’s UK North Sea assets and includes air diving inspection, repair… Read more »
Renewable energy conference brings industry to Scotland
Scottish Renewables Annual Conference to hear from Scottish and UK Governments Event will ‘shine a light’ on issues facing sector Brexit, climate change and the future of our energy system will all be up for debate at Scottish Renewables Annual Conference in Edinburgh next month (March 12-13). The industry body’s flagship event will bring together… Read more »
Q CELLS showcased new C&I storage solutions at BePositive trade show in France
− Q CELLS, in cooperation with TESVOLT, will address the increasing demand for containerized stationary storage systems and storage solutions for commercial applications in France − Q CELLS exhibited a new storage solution for commercial and industrial applications at the recent BePositive energy trade fair, alongside the company’s solar module and storage portfolio as well… Read more »
Luxcara increases Nordic presence with 100 MW wind power project in Finland
Luxcara, one of the leading asset managers for renewable energy investments, has acquired the Finnish wind power project Välikangas, which has a projected capacity of 100 MW. The produced electricity will be sold to an off-taker on the basis of a power purchase agreement (PPA). The wind farm has been developed by and will be… Read more »
From PV installer to a guiding light in the energy revolution
In recent years, more and more people have decided to take control of the energy revolution away from politicians and energy companies by installing PV systems and battery storage systems, buying electric cars or by replacing their old oil-based heating system with a modern heat pump. The road to 24 hours of sun is illuminated… Read more »
DEME Offshore provides the most comprehensive offering to offshore oil, gas and renewable energy customers
Wednesday, February 20, 2019 — Over the past decade the activities of GeoSea, Tideway, A2Sea and EverSea have experienced strong growth in a fast-evolving offshore energy market. Today we will be taking a new step in our ambition to provide the most comprehensive offering of solutions, services and equipment to our oil, gas and renewable energy… Read more »
Horizon Welcomes New Shareholder
Horizon Geosciences announces a change in shareholding, Boskalis has acquired a 62.5% share in the UAE based business. The balance 37.5% shareholding remains unchanged and continues to be held by the company managers. Ian Roberts, Horizon Geosciences Group Managing Director stated: “We are pleased to welcome Boskalis, who are joining Horizon during a period of… Read more »
SeaOwls and Ulstein move forward separately in development heavy lift jack-up vessel
Rotterdam, 20 February 2019 – Rotterdam based companies SeaOwls and Ulstein Design & Solutions, have decided to each go their own separate ways in the offshore wind industry. The patent rights of the SOUL concept were developed under the cooperation of both companies and will continue to be held by both SeaOwls and Ulstein. Each… Read more »
China’s JinkoSolar leads global solar PV module shipment ranking in 2018, reveals GlobalData
JinkoSolar Holding was the leading company in terms of global solar photovoltaic (PV) module shipments in 2018, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. JinkoSolar topped the table with 11.6 gigawatts (GW) of PV modules compared to the second ranked JA Solar’s 8.8 GW. Majority of the companies featured in the table are… Read more »
Lithuanian “SoliTek” expands, will produce solar cells with “Valoe”
Finnish company ”Valoe” and Lithuanian solar energy solutions company “SoliTek” agreed to cooperate manufacturing Interdigitated Back Contact (”IBC”) cells in “SoliTek” Vilnius plant, Lithuania. The first production cells are estimated to be manufactured in the second half of 2019. The Lithuanian solar cell plant will be one of the few production plants in the world… Read more »
Vikram Solar commissions 200 MW solar project for APGENCO
India, 19 February, 2019: Vikram Solar, one of India’s leading module manufacturer and solar EPC player, commissioned a 200 MW solar power project for Andhra Pradesh Power Generation Corporation (APGENCO) that will power nearly 1,50,000 homes once connected to the grid. The plant, situated in district Anatapuramu, Andhra Pradesh, is segregated into 2 blocks of… Read more »
UK Subsea organisations to explore opportunities down under
The UK subsea sector will have the opportunity to strengthen its international presence at the largest oil and gas exhibition in Australasia next month. Industry body, Subsea UK, will be seeking to enhance its business networks between Australian and British companies to exploit current oil and gas developments at this year’s AOG (Australasia Oil and… Read more »
innogy builds two solar projects in Canada without state subsidies
Total capacity of 57 megawatts peak Mid double-digit million euro total investment volume Start of construction and commissioning planned for 2019 innogy benefits from BELECTRIC’s experience in constructing and operating utility-scale solar power plants Essen, 18 February 2019 innogy SE is progressing in growing its value accretive solar business. The company has… Read more »
The world’s biggest offshore wind farm, Hornsea One, generates first power
The first turbine at the world’s biggest offshore wind farm has been installed and is now producing electricity. When fully operational, Hornsea One offshore wind farm will be nearly double the size of the current world’s largest, Walney Extension, and capable of powering well over one million UK homes with renewable electricity, generated by wind…. Read more »
VESTAS LEADS BREAK-AWAY GROUP OF BIG FOUR TURBINE MAKERS
Global commissioning of onshore wind turbines declined 3% in 2018, partly due to a slowdown in India and Germany. Growth is expected to bounce back in 2019, with a 32% jump to 60GW London, New York and Tokyo, February 14, 2019 – Developers commissioned a little over 45GW of onshore wind turbines globally in 2018… Read more »
RES sends in Lidars for Australian wind development
29 January 2019: Local engineering consultancy Energy3 delivers ZX Lidars to wind farm developer for wind resource campaigns RES (Renewable Energy Systems), a leader in the development, engineering, and construction of wind, solar, transmission, and energy storage projects globally has confirmed that a fleet of Lidars have been deployed in Australia in support of wind… Read more »
Natural Power appoints drone specialis
Leading renewable energy and infrastructure consultancy Natural Power, has appointed Andre Louis Ferdinand as a Senior Engineer in the inspections service team, based in North America. Andre joins from Ascent Technologies, a Texas-based firm specialising in developing software for commercial unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Ascent Technologies was acquired by Natural Power earlier this month. Craig… Read more »
Nordex Group enters Ukraine market with a 133 MW order
Hamburg, 13 February 2019. The Nordex Group has succeeded in entering the Ukrainian market with a major order for 133 MW. By the end of this year, the manufacturer will install 34 turbines from the N131/3900 series for the construction of the first phase of the “Syvash” wind farm. According to plans, and once completed,… Read more »
Photon Energy Reports Record Revenue and Profit in 2018
Annual Revenue Exceeded EUR 20 Million Photon Energy Recorded the First-Ever Net Profit In History Amsterdam – 12 February 2019 – Photon Energy N.V. (WSE: PEN, the ‘Company’) today announced financial results for the fourth fiscal quarter ended 31 December 2018, exceeding the EUR 20 million annual revenue mark for the first time in the… Read more »
Clir makes noise in France
ANCOUVER, BC: Canadian optimization software company, Clir Renewables has secured its first project in France following the recent opening of its first office in Europe. The client, a GW scale owner-operator in the region has chosen Clir to support optimizing the performance of their current wind portfolio. Having considered other providers in the market, Clir… Read more »
Full steam ahead for RIMS in certification as Remote Inspection Specialist using drones
RIMS BV have received a further two certifications from DNV GL and the Indian Class Register, for the use of Remote Inspection Techniques (drones) during surveys of enclosed spaces. New regulations issued by IACS, ensure a certain quality standard to service suppliers who want to use drone technology during close surveys, and RIMS is the… Read more »
Completion of GustoMSC designed first Japanese construction jack-up
Schiedam, Netherlands – February 8th, 2019 – Last week Penta-Ocean Construction Co., Ltd held the completion ceremony of its “CP-8001”, a GJ-3750C GustoMSC construction jack-up design. The delivery of “CP-8001” is an important milestone for the Japanese offshore wind development as this is the first and largest DP2 jack-up built in Japan for offshore wind… Read more »
BYD Receives EuPD 2019 “Top Brand PV” Seal for Storage Solutions
EuPD Research’s industry seal validates trust and satisfaction of installers in Europe and Australia with BYD’s Battery-Box energy storage series February 12 2019 – BYD Co. Ltd, the world’s leading supplier of rechargeable lithium batteries, has been awarded the “Top Brand PV 2019” in the category storage for both the European and the Australian market…. Read more »
Ingeteam closes 2018 with a total supply of 3.85 GW in PV inverters
This all-time high figure almost triples the company’s former best record, achieved in 2017. Ingeteam’s products were supplied to more than twenty countries in all five continents. Ingeteam maintains its global leadership position in the provision of Operation & Maintenance services to energy generation plants. Ingeteam’s solar business unit, dedicated to the design and manufacture… Read more »
Joint press release from BSW-Solar and Intersolar Europe – February 11, 2019
Germany returns to policy favoring gigawatt-scale solar parks Additional public invitation to tender seeking solar power plants with an output of four gigawatts by 2021 / Over 3 billion euros in new business expected / Intersolar Europe and the German Solar Association (BSW-Solar) host a free English-language webinar to discuss market entry in Germany Berlin, February 11, 2019 –… Read more »