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European experts to look at ways of accelerating the approval of offshore energy projects
A team of European experts, led by Robert Gordon University (RGU), are to look at ways of accelerating and streamlining the environmental requirements associated with consents for offshore wind, wave and tidal projects. The RiCORE (Risk Based Consenting for Offshore Renewable Energy Projects) project has been awarded €1.4 million from the European Commission’s competitive Horizon… Read more »
CWind appoints new Global Head of SHEQ
CWind, a leading provider of services to the offshore wind industry, has created a new role in the business to ensure that it continues to develop and maintain the highest levels of SHEQ as it expands its global footprint. Mr Kevin ‘Pat’ Paton has been appointed to the role of Global Head of SHEQ (Safety,… Read more »
Uks Leading Solar Energy Generator Expands Solar Portfolio With 103m Funding Package From The Royal Bank Of Scotland
TBC 2015 – Lightsource Renewable Energy Limited (“Lightsource”), the UK’s leading utility scale solar PV developer and operator has secured a £103m term loan for the acquisition of 14 UK solar assets (13 UK ground mounted solar farms and 1 UK commercial roof top) with RBS.Also known as solar farms or photovoltaic power stations, these… Read more »
Seacat Services Sets Sights On European Offshore Wind Boom
Offshore energy support vessel (OESV) operator places £6 million, two-boat order and prepares to launch second tank-tested 26m catamaran ahead of 2017 construction boom 2nd February 2015, Cowes – Class-leading offshore energy crew transfer vessel operator Seacat Services has placed an order worth £6 million with local boat builder South Boats IOW for two DNV-GL… Read more »
Offshore wind installations stabilise in 2014 following record figures the previous year
The European offshore wind industry saw new capacity installations decline by 84 MW (5.34%) in 2014 as the sector stabilised following record figures the previous year. In 2014, 408 new offshore turbines were fully grid connected, adding 1,483 MW to the European system. The total installed capacity for Europe now stands at 8,045MW in 74… Read more »
PLA inks deal on new cat survey vessel
High-tech, fuel-efficient and proven catamaran design New boat due for delivery later this year Vessel will replace long-serving survey vessel Yantlet The Port of London Authority (PLA) has sealed a deal to put a new purpose-built survey catamaran on the river Thames. The robust and fuel-efficient CTruk MPC19 is set to replace the PLA’s Yantlet… Read more »
Ellsworth Adhesives Exhibiting at MD&M West in Anaheim, CA
GERMANTOWN, WI – January, 2015 – Ellsworth Adhesives, a global distributor of adhesives, specialty chemicals and dispensing equipment, is pleased to announce that they will be exhibiting at this year’s MD&M West event at Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA. on February 10-12, 2015.Ellsworth Adhesives will be displaying the latest technology of adhesives, sealants, lubricants,… Read more »
AEG Power Solutions improves solar plant reliability with PV Care Check
– Expert support for solar power generation plants– Improves reliability and efficiency– Comprehensive package of checks and tests Zwanenburg, The Netherlands, January 29, 2015 – AEG Power Solutions, a global provider of power electronic systems and solutions for industrial power supplies and renewable energy applications, today announced its PV Care Check service, providing responsive, expert… Read more »
Successful installation of four topsides and a jacket by Seaway Heavy Lifting in the Gulf of Mexico
Seaway Heavy Lifting’s crane vessel ‘Oleg Strashnov’ successfully installed the last three topsides in one week for client Protexa/Pemex. Out of a string of jackets and topsides in the Gulf of Mexico the last topside was installed on Wednesday 28th January at 07.15am local time. Project location: The Bay of Campeche in the Gulf of… Read more »
Hansa Heavy Lift Boosts Global Management Team
Hamburg, Germany, Wednesday 28th January 2015 – HANSA HEAVY LIFT has appointed Maximilian Harmstorf as Head of its Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region, based in Hamburg/Germany. Maximilian has over a decade of experience in the maritime industry and spent eight years in Asia in senior management roles for a number of brokers and… Read more »
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Port of Lowestoft welcomes first vessel to Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility as construction continues at pace
‘Soft start’ to Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility (LEEF) operations underway with Norside Supporter vessel call. The Port of Lowestoft, the UK’s most easterly port, which is owned and operated by Associated British Ports (ABP), has achieved a significant milestone as it welcomed the first commercial vessel to the Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility (LEEF) on Tuesday… Read more »
ZF Wind Power Coimbatore is the f irst plant in India to roll out 50 Gigawatts of wind g earboxes
•ZF reinforces its global leadership in wind gearbox technology with a 50 GW milestone of wind gearboxes for ZF Coimbatore •ZF Wind Power Coimbatore, the world’s largest wind gearbox plant outside of China and the only fully integrated gearbox manufacturing facility in India boasts a state-of-the-art setup for both export and domestic production. •ZF reaffirms… Read more »
The next generation of maintenance vessels for offshore wind turbines
KNUD E HANSEN continues to expand its portfolio of innovative designs and extensive experience in the offshore wind farm sector with a new wind turbine maintenance platform – The “Jack-up on Jack-up” concept. This four-legged jack-up vessel features a 15 m wide working platform, which can be elevated to the height of the nacelle, thus… Read more »
Full Circle signs a long-term contract to service four Enercon turbines at Tesco Distribution Centres in England and Wales
Full Circle has signed a new long-term O&M contract with British supermarket chain, Tesco. The contract covers full-scope maintenance and 24/7 remote monitoring of four Enercon E53 turbines situated next to the Tesco Distribution Centres in Daventry, England and Magor, Newport, Wales. The electricity generated by these turbines is designated to power the respective depots…. Read more »
DNV Introduces New Standard for Wind Turbine Loads and Site Conditions
The comprehensive DNV standard for wind turbine load calculations and site assessments offers industry stakeholders detailed design requirements and guidance for verification and certification activities. Oslo, Tuesday 03 September 2024 – DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, announces a new comprehensive standard for wind turbine load calculations and site assessments, created to guide industry… Read more »
NZTC Clean Energy Start-up Accelerator Opens Applications With £500K Grant Funding Available
Net Zero Technology Centre (NZTC) opens applications for its 2025 TechX Start-up Accelerator cohort Up to £50,000 in grant funding available for each of the 10 selected start-ups Successful applicants to gain access to potential customers and opportunities to secure further investment The Net Zero Technology Centre (NZTC) has today [3 September 2024] opened… Read more »
ABP and Clarksons Port Services sign Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance Lowestoft as key offshore energy hub with new Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility
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