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Timber mats: wind’s working solution for load spreading
As the global specialist in pipeline mats and crawler crane mats, Ko-Mats GmbH has embraced the opportunities presented to it by the wind industry. It provides end-to-end solutions for many of the challenges that turbine logistics companies face, through a large stock of mats for sale or hire. We spoke to the company’s August Oude… Read more »
Wind comes of age
With 10MW turbines on the horizon, stable policy conditions, improved investment conditions and a dependable infrastructure, wind is about to enter its fastest ever growth period. We examine the mitigating factors and explore what is set to be a golden period for wind. Let’s kick this feature off with a look at the figures. The… Read more »
Extra mile recruiting
A relatively-recent entrant to the wind market, Mensys is a recruiter of note that is set to double its turnover in the next 12 months. We spoke to Lars Poslednik, Country General Manager, Germany. PES: Welcome to PES. Would you like to take the opportunity to bring us up to speed with the history of… Read more »
Through quality, service and product development comes growth
When we last spoke to Henning Weisz, the CEO of Global Tarps (Group MPASIA), it was following a 12 month growth period that had also seen the company maintain its reputation for quality and service. We caught up with Henning once again to find out how the business has been performing recently. PES: Welcome back,… Read more »
Dedicated to the wind turbine foundation business
A company that is about to celebrate half a century of innovation, Peikko Group Corporation is a family-owned company with over 1,000 staff worldwide. The organisation’s main markets are European non-residential construction, the new residential construction sector, and select industrial target groups – such as wind energy. We spoke to Andris Berzins, Product Manager at… Read more »
Wind power: powering business
While utility-scale wind projects in the US (especially onshore) are continuing apace, many corporations are cashing-in on renewables by investing in wind energy to power their operations. IKEA, Microsoft and Facebook are just a few of the leading lights. PES takes a look. Those who bemoan the relatively slow adoption of renewable energy in the… Read more »
REN21: 10 years on
In June 2004, delegates from 154 countries converged in Bonn, Germany, for the world’s first government-hosted international conference on renewable energy. REN21 emerged from that process to become the first international organisation to track renewable energy developments. We take an in-depth look at how far the organisation has come, the strides it has made in… Read more »
The big debate
As the wind sector develops and matures, ancillary industries are becoming ever-more important. From education to logistics to weather forecasting, there is seemingly no end to the skills and ‘feeder’ roles that both fuel our fortunes and help improve the quality and consistency of our output. We’ve brought together a roster of some of the… Read more »
Taking growth to the next level
Longstanding contributors to PES, Scaldis Salvage & Marine Contractors NV (Scaldis) are known for taking a measured approach that all-but eliminates last-minute surprises. We spoke once again to Linda Vanhaelst, Business Development & Marketing, about the company’s recent acquisitions and how it is laying the foundations for greater growth. PES: Welcome back to the magazine…. Read more »
Setting the story straight
It seems that 2014 has been the year to knock wind energy, with detractors trying to take a swipe at the technology, the health issues, planning, or any one of a number of perceived ills. We take a look at the reality behind the scare stories. This year has seen yet more negativity on wind… Read more »
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Dall Group appoints Torben Høberg as Managing Director of Dall Energy
Following the acquisition of Weiss Energie France (Weiss) and Biomasse Services ét Maintenance (BSM) from Groupe Roullier, the Dall Group has now been formed. The new group consists of Weiss, BSM as well as Dall Energy. Dall Energy founder, Jens Dall Bentzen, is the new Group CEO, while former Torben Høberg, has been appointed lead… Read more »
ABB and Samsung Electronics Enhance User Experience in Energy Management
ABB’s InSite energy management system seamlessly integrates into Samsung’s SmartThings and SmartThings Pro platforms, enabling smarter energy decisions and increased property value Control of smart appliances expands load management capabilities for greater energy efficiency in residential and light commercial buildings Streamlined user experience through SmartThings and SmartThings Pro makes energy management accessible and convenient for users As part of… Read more »
AXIAL and DCE Solar Join Forces in the U.S. Photovoltaic Market
A strategic agreement aimed at strengthening AXIAL’s presence in the U.S. solar market AXIAL announces a collaboration agreement with DCE Solar, a leading company in energy solutions in the United States. This alliance aims to contribute to the penetration of the company’s main products in one of the world’s most important photovoltaic markets, starting with… Read more »
Econowind passes 100th VentoFoil unit sold
Zeewolde, Netherlands – February 4, 2025 – Econowind has surpassed 100 VentoFoil units sold, marking a major milestone in the shipping industry’s shift towards Wind-Assisted Ship Propulsion. The increasing adoption of the VentoFoil system reflects shipowners’ drive to cut fuel consumption, reduce CO₂ emissions, and comply with tightening global regulations. Since the first two units… Read more »
WinGD on-engine NOx abatement solution to make commercial debut
The only on-engine NOx reduction solution for marine two-stroke engines, designed by Swiss marine power company WinGD, will be deployed for the first time on commercial engines after securing type approval. The integrated Selective Catalytic Reduction (iSCR) solution was tested at Mitsui E&S DU (MESDU) Co’s factory in Aioi, Japan, where three WinGD 5X52-S2.0 engines… Read more »
ENGINEERING FIRM COMMITS TO BOLSTERING THE NEXT GENERATION OF TALENT
Grantham-based engineering firm, BGB, has committed to supporting the next generation of engineering talent, thanks to a partnership with West Grantham Academy. Its partnership with the Academy will offer six students the chance to build skills in a range of areas, from manual turning and milling, to slip ring assembly – techniques that enable firms like BGB… Read more »
Iberdrola and Amazon further expand their global renewable energy partnership and harness the AWS cloud to scale Iberdrola’s business
Castillo Engineering Selected by Montante Solar for 13 MW of Landfill Solar Projects in New York
New Chief Commercial Officer role signals international growth for Aurora Energy Services
Integration of Origo Solutions into the HIMA Group celebrates its 1st anniversary
OMSI TO LEAD SUBMARINE CABLE INSTALLATIONS FOR CRITICAL ENERGY INFRASTRUCURE IN BELIZE
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