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Maximising the offshore wind potential of the Irish Sea
We are delighted to welcome back Dr. Milne to PES for this insightful piece about what is arguably the most expensive piece of offshore real estate in Europe right now – with the Isle of Man at the commercial epicentre. The Isle of Man is a strategically situated island located in the middle of the… Read more »
Maximising asset value in onshore wind
Do you know what to look for when choosing an asset manager to look after your renewable portfolios? Emily White, managing director of Entap, suggests some key questions that operators and investors should ask. She questions whether asset managers always focus on the things that investors and fund managers really care about. According to Wikipedia,… Read more »
Down to the last detail
We’ve interviewed Kari Tuominen, Peikko’s Director, Wind Turbine Foundation Technology, several times before, but we didn’t realise just how much research and development goes into the company’s renowned foundations. Kari talks us through the meticulous process and give us his thoughts on the future… PES: Welcome back to PES. For the benefit of new readers,… Read more »
Dedicated to wind
Maasvlakte 2, the extension to the port of Rotterdam, will offer a strategic hub for offshore wind in the North Sea and beyond. Slated for starting operations in 2016, the Offshore Terminal Rotterdam promises increased capacity and market-leading facilities. PES takes a look. Up to now, the port of Rotterdam, the largest seaport in Europe,… Read more »
Looking at the bigger picture
For Karoliina Joensuu, Global Head of Renewable Energy for Pöyry Hydropower & Renewable Energy, Operational Excellence is a key – and growing – part of the company’s service offering. We spoke to the respected executive about the company’s current focus and discussed where growth is coming from. PES: Welcome back to PES. For the benefit… Read more »
For best results: add unrivalled expertise
A company founded and run by long-serving industry figureheads, Marten Seifert and Lorenz-Heinrich Carstensen, RECASE offers a pioneering consulting dynamic. We headed to Germany for a wide ranging interview with the respected executives. PES: Welcome to PES. Would you like to introduce the company and tell us a little about how you serve the wind… Read more »
Both eyes on the prize
A focused and ambitious company that boasts an impressive range of specialisms and solutions, SeaRenergy is the preferred partner for many key players in the offshore market. We’re delighted to welcome the company’s Managing Director Dr. Benjamin Vordemfelde to the magazine for an in-depth interview. PES: Welcome to PES. Would you like to introduce the… Read more »
We have seen trackers run over by trucks that still work!
A company that specialises in developing tracking sensors for heavy industry and rough environments, Trusted A/S is making waves in the wind industry. Why? A variety or reasons – not least the sheer durability that is perfectly suited to the extreme climate demands of our sector. We spoke to the company’s Rasmus Nørgaard Andersen. PES:… Read more »
Form and function
Tuco Marine Group specialises in manufacturing ocean-going vessels that have light structures and hulls created with composite materials such as carbon fibre. Naturally, the wind industry is a prime market for the Denmark-based company and indeed, it has been going from strength to strength. We spoke to company founder, Jonas Pedersen. PES: Welcome to PES…. Read more »
Extremes Expose Industrys Need To Understand Climate
The weather factor in portfolio diversification and asset management – a Vaisala study. The year of 2015 has undoubtedly been one of challenge for many U.S. wind project operators. In terms of performance, the first quarter was one of the lowest on record for large portions of the country with some areas seeing wind speeds… Read more »