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Going the extra nautical mile
As an experienced Offshore Shipbroker, Anders Helsinghoff Fjord has his finger on the pulse of the market both in Europe and further afield. The spokesman for North Sea Shipbrokers ApS tells us about the state of the industry and explains what today’s wind clients are looking for in their vessels (to purchase or charter). PES:… Read more »
Offshore wind versus offshore drilling: the impact
The campaigning group Oceana has released a new report that finds offshore wind would produce twice the number of jobs and twice the amount of energy as offshore drilling in the Atlantic Ocean. We report on the allegations levelled at the two energy sectors. The report, titled Offshore Energy by the Numbers, An Economic Analysis… Read more »
From strength to strength
A world leader in the supply of concrete connections and composite structures, Peikko Group brings expertise to the industry backed by 50 years’ experience – in addition to a huge sales and servicing operation. We’re pleased to welcome the corporation back to the magazine, with an interview courtesy of Kari Tuominen, Business Category Director PES:… Read more »
The big debate
We’re delighted to present a special legal roundtable in this issue. As most of us in the sector will be aware, the legal industry’s influence has become particularly focussed on wind energy in recent years and we were keen to present a platform to the growing ranks of expert legal minds. Let the questioning commence!… Read more »
Managing the UXO threat for offshore wind
Two world wars and years of munitions dumping have left behind a unique and substantial risk legacy on the European seabed. For developers in Europe seeking to build offshore energy infrastructure projects, negotiating the obstacle of thousands of tonnes of unexploded ordnance (UXO) has posed a considerable and often unanticipated challenge. High-profile contractor disputes and… Read more »
An expert eye on the weather
While the weather impacts upon countless people and businesses worldwide, it defines the wind industry. We spoke to Kenneth Horhammer, Director of Energy at Vaisala, global leader in environmental and industrial measurement, about how the company upholds its commitment to improving the profitability and viability of renewable energy. PES: Welcome to PES, would you please… Read more »
Everyone goes home safely
A well-established company that is highly visible in the offshore arena, Vroon Offshore Services B.V. offers what is quite possibly an unbeatable ‘Walk to Work’ solution – coupled with a well-regarded focus on safety. We’re delighted to welcome the company’s Managing Director, Niek Spiljard, to the magazine. PES: Welcome to PES. Would you like to… Read more »
A company built on values
For Jacob Lykke-Kjeldsen of World Marine Offshore A/S, fulfilling customer requirements in a safe and timely manner is prime motivation. The young company is driven by a clearly defined set of values and by sticking to these values, it’s forging ahead in a challenging market… PES: Welcome to PES. Would you like to tell us… Read more »
New Industry Insight Report: Turbine technology developments to transform offshore wind O&M market
DBB Jack-Up, an operations and maintenance service provider to offshore wind farm owners and turbine manufacturers, today released a new report on operations and maintenance in the offshore wind industry. The report based on exclusive research by MAKE Consulting focuses on technology developments and the related impact on wind farms and vessel operators. It is… Read more »
GRUPO CLAVIJO IS STARTING A NEW PROJECT WITH A CAPACITY OF 63 Mw IN HONDURAS
The Spanish manufacturer of solar structures and trackers will exceed the installed capacity of 720 Mw. The Spanish company, Grupo Clavijo, has begun work to install a solar photovoltaic park with a capacity of 63 MWp in Honduras (Aura II), with ISOLUX CORSÁN as the main EPC contractor. This installation will include advanced single-axis trackers… Read more »
More from across PES
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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