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$6 Million ARENA Grant – Funding Agreement Signed
Queanbeyan, 12 December 2017 – Greatcell Solar Limited (ASX: GSL) is very pleased to announce that it has now finalised and signed a Funding Agreement with the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) for a $6 million grant under the Advancing Renewables Program (ARP). The grant supports a Perovskite Solar Cell Technology – Large Area Module… Read more »
Sino-German strategic cooperation creates a new chapter for Pfeiffer Vacuum in China
Strategic cooperation agreement signed by Pfeiffer Vacuum and Lanzhou Institute of Physics (LIP) LIP-Pfeiffer Vacuum Joint Center for Vacuum Technology established in Lanzhou Asslar, Germany, December 11, 2017. Pfeiffer Vacuum signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Lanzhou Institute of Physics (LIP) in Asslar, Germany. As one of the founders of the Chinese Vacuum Society, the… Read more »
Hendrik Böschen is joining the management team as an authorised representative
In January 2018, there will be a personnel change in the executive management of the international full-service provider Deutsche Windtechnik AG: Hendrik Böschen, who previously served as Managing Director of Senvion Deutschland GmbH, will help drive Deutsche Windtechnik’s continuing internationalisation forward as a new authorised representative alongside Matthias Brandt. Deutsche Windtechnik is experiencing strong demand… Read more »
Alpha Offshore Service acquired by global equipment and engineering specialist Sparrows Group
In a move to grow their international footprint, Danish wind energy specialist Alpha Offshore Service A/S has been acquired by global equipment and engineering services provider Sparrows Group. Sparrows already supply capital equipment to the wind energy industry and the deal will significantly strengthen the group’s operations and maintenance capabilities in the sector. Alpha Offshore… Read more »
Subsea UK announces new board for 2018-19
Industry body Subsea UK has unveiled its new board for 2018-19. Following a members’ ballot at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) nine members have been re-elected and two have stepped down. The newly elected board, will continue to ensure the UK maintains a strong representation across the global subsea industry under the leadership of chairman,… Read more »
Effective Prevention of Rain Erosion on Rotor Blades
Smalls drops, big impact: Even just minor rain erosion damage on rotor blade surfaces can impair performance and shorten the service life of wind turbines. Fraunhofer IWES has been operating a rain erosion test bench since 2015 in order to achieve a better understanding of how damage progresses and derive effective preventative measures. Within the… Read more »
Siemens signs contracts with GECOL to boost power generation capacity in Libya by 1.3 GW
• New power plant projects in Misrata and Tripoli West • Contracts volume, including long-term service, in the range of 700 million euros Siemens has signed contracts with the state-owned utility General Electricity Company of Libya (GECOL) to expand Libya’s power generation capacity by approximately 1.3 gigawatts (GW). Under these contracts Siemens will build a 650 MW… Read more »
N-Sea Develops Next Generation UXO Detection System
Leading subsea IMR provider N-Sea has announced the launch of Magsense, a vertical gradiometer array specifically designed for highly accurate Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) campaigns. Developed in-house by N-Sea, the system has been designed to collect and record high resolution data in magnetically noisy subsea environments and hostile conditions, delivering unprecedented accuracy, greater efficiency and enhanced… Read more »
DNV GL: Mix of flexibility solutions needed to stabilize power grids and avoid outages
• DNV GL’s whit paper outlines the need for greater flexibility in power systems as the world looks for reliable, greener energy supply • Catalogues the range of flexibility resources available, highlighting their costs, benefits and barriers to adoption • Presents a new methodology for assessing business models and optimizing flexibility service portfolios Arnhem,… Read more »
Consultation procedure at the production location in Thun has been completed
Consultation procedure at Meyer Burger which opened on 2 November 2017 was completed on 28 November 2017 Proposals submitted by the Employee Representatives were examined in-depth by the Executive Board and a response delivered Meyer Burger Technology Ltd (SIX Swiss Exchange: MBTN) announced a cost efficiency programme on 2 November 2017 which included plans to… Read more »
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KNUD E. HANSEN announces new Managing Director
On 1st March 2025, Denmark-based maritime consultancy KNUD E. HANSEN announced changes to its senior management structure. The move sees Javier Suárez succeeding Finn Wollesen Petersen as the company’s Managing Director. The move to the new management structure is part of a planned process that has been taking place over the past months. During this… Read more »
Nordex Group receives order in Brazil from Auren Energia for 112 MW
Hamburg, 3 March 2025. Brazil-based energy holding company Auren Energia has commissioned the Nordex Group to supply and install 19 N163/5.X turbines. The 112 MW order includes the service for the turbines for an initial period of fifteen years, with several options to extend up to 30 years. The turbines are destined for the Cajuína… Read more »
Sineng Electric Delivers Tailored Energy Storage Solution for 300MWh Vanadium Redox Flow Battery Project in China
Xinjiang, China, February 28, 2025 — Sineng Electric has successfully provided a customized energy storage solution for the 75MW/300MWh Vanadium Redox Flow Battery (VRFB) project in Xinjiang, China, which has been operating reliably since its commissioning. The project exemplifies the effective integration of energy storage systems, aimed at enhancing grid stability and accelerating the deployment… Read more »
ACT100 blade CERTIFICATION tests completed
We are pleased to announce that last November ACT Blade’s first commercial prototype, the ACT100, successfully completed all tests required for the component certification, which is expected to be issued shortly by UL Solutions certifying body. Due to the component-based nature of the ACT Blade, the tests included: Full scale testing of that ACT100 internal… Read more »
ABB completes acquisition of Siemens’ Wiring Accessories business in China
Advances ABB’s leadership in wiring accessories and smart building technologies in China Acquisition provides access to expansive distributor network, extending ABB’s reach across China and Southeast Asia, and further into the retail market Enhances ABB’s portfolio, to address the growing demand for safe, reliable and energy-efficient building solutions ABB today announced it has completed the acquisition of Siemens’… Read more »
LIFTKET expands presence in Italy with new subsidiary
LIFTKET continues its international growth and is now officially present in the Italian market with its own subsidiary. Under the leadership of Raffaele Fantelli as CEO of LIFTKET Italy, the company will not only strengthen its direct market presence but also strategically realign the sourcing activities of the LIFTKET Group. With this expansion, LIFTKET aims… Read more »
ORE Catapult agrees contract with drive train specialist for new UK offshore wind testing facility
Jan De Nul contracted for monopile installation for one of Scotland’s largest offshore wind projects
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