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Optimum power: is wind finally there?
Some years ago, the offshore wind industry was primarily a high-priced and tough European adventure. But, mainly as a consequence of intense private-public collaborations in the key countries nearby Irish, North and Baltic seas, this situation has dramatically changed. Nowadays, the offshore industry is widely recognized as a key component for the future generation mix,… Read more »
Foundation monitoring – resistive versus fiber-optical strain gauge systems
The role foundations play in the deployment of larger, heavier, more powerful wind turbines, in deeper waters and further from shore, has perhaps not received the attention it deserves. But it is crucial in driving down offshore wind’s levelised cost of energy to the point where it can compete with fossil fuel and nuclear sources…. Read more »
Foundation monitoring – resistive versus fiber-optical strain gauge systems
The role foundations play in the deployment of larger, heavier, more powerful wind turbines, in deeper waters and further from shore, has perhaps not received the attention it deserves. But it is crucial in driving down offshore wind’s levelised cost of energy to the point where it can compete with fossil fuel and nuclear sources…. Read more »
Always on time!
PES caught up with Hans Gatzemeier, Managing Director, ELA Container Offshore GmbH, to ask him about their temporary accommodation solutions. These are availbale for sale or rent and standardised modules can be customised to fit various requirements. Crew comfort and safety are paramount. PES: Welcome back to PES Wind magazine, it’s great to talk with… Read more »
Always on time!
PES caught up with Hans Gatzemeier, Managing Director, ELA Container Offshore GmbH, to ask him about their temporary accommodation solutions. These are availbale for sale or rent and standardised modules can be customised to fit various requirements. Crew comfort and safety are paramount. PES: Welcome back to PES Wind magazine, it’s great to talk with… Read more »
How O&M became business-critical and what it means for the future
As the wind industry continues to grow and mature, O&M models for the servicing of wind farms are becoming more diversified. With increasing competition and margins under pressure, it’s crucial to adopt an O&M model that is cost-efficient while securing high availability. Over the last decade, while the wind industry was still maturing, most development… Read more »
Reduce costs using light weight slings
Lindø Industrial Park saves time and manpower by replacing heavy polyester slings with lightweight Dynamica SafeLift slings manufactured in Dyneema®. The industrial park on Funen has a great experience with the handling and shipping of large components for the offshore and heavy industry. The industrial zone in Odense is, amongst other things, a collection point… Read more »
Reduce costs using light weight slings
Lindø Industrial Park saves time and manpower by replacing heavy polyester slings with lightweight Dynamica SafeLift slings manufactured in Dyneema®. The industrial park on Funen has a great experience with the handling and shipping of large components for the offshore and heavy industry. The industrial zone in Odense is, amongst other things, a collection point… Read more »
Taking a multi-brand view of system technology
Deutsche Windtechnik operates a unique Training Center with actual turbines from various manufacturers. In a time in which technology, systems, processes and learning methods are constantly changing, it is important to train your company staff using intelligent, agile methods. The much-discussed shortage of skilled workers also highlights the need for targeted management of competencies within… Read more »
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Addressing the Growing Cybersecurity Concerns within Solar
In this article, Uri Sadot – Elected Chairman of SolarPower Europe’s Digitalization group and Cybersecurity Program Director at SolarEdge, explains why hackers would target solar systems, what is being done by government on regulation, and what homeowners and businesses with solar should pay attention to in order to better protect themselves. The Cybersecurity Risks… Read more »
Construction begins on North Star’s SOV for EnBW
North Star and its shipbuilding partner, Cochin Shipyard Ltd. has cut first steel on EnBW’s new hybrid-electric service operations vessel (SOV). It is on schedule to commence a decade-long minimum charter to service the He Dreiht wind farm off the coast of Germany from the end of 2026. The milestone was celebrated yesterday (25 February… Read more »
Germany and the Netherlands to cooperate more closely on offshore wind and hydrogen
Netherlands is WAB partner country for 2025 Bremerhaven, Düsseldorf, February 25, 2025 – The Netherlands is the WAB partner country for 2025. What is new is that the partnership not only relates to the three-day WINDFORCE conference, which will take place in Bremerhaven from June 16 to 18, but also that joint activities will be… Read more »
AMPECO and Zerova bring future-proof EV charging to North America through OCPP 2.0.1 integration
Fremont, CA, USA — February 25, 2025 — AMPECO, a global leader in EV charging management software, and Zerova, a leading manufacturer of EV charging hardware, announce the successful completion of comprehensive OCPP 2.0.1 testing. This achievement strengthens both companies’ presence in North America while providing reliable, scalable, and future-ready EV charging solutions across multi-unit,… Read more »
EES EuROPE: BATTERY RESEARCH MEETS INTERNATIONAL STORAGE INDUSTRY
Munich/Pforzheim, February 25, 2025 – Battery storage systems are the backbone of the energy transition. Without them – whether as decentralized residential storage systems or large, grid-serving systems or electric vehicle traction batteries – green electricity from solar or wind cannot be seamlessly integrated into our energy system. Their ability to flexibly store and provide… Read more »
Burges Salmon advises Aura Power on second solar project financing in six months
The firm’s Banking and Finance team has advised on the £33.1 million project financing to fund the construction of Burtree Lane Solar Farm, bringing benefits to the environment, biodiversity and local communities Independent UK law firm Burges Salmon has advised renewable energy developer Aura Power on its £33.1 million project financing to fund the construction… Read more »
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How O&M became business-critical and what it means for the future
As the wind industry continues to grow and mature, O&M models for the servicing of wind farms are becoming more diversified. With increasing competition and margins under pressure, it’s crucial to adopt an O&M model that is cost-efficient while securing high availability. Over the last decade, while the wind industry was still maturing, most development… Read more »
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