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The value of testing coating systems for offshore wind structures
Offshore wind structures are exposed to an extremely corrosive environment. As a result, corrosion rates of steel are high, >0.5 mm/year, and coating systems must perform extremely well. Jo van Montfort from Bjond, gives PES his professional viewpoint on some of the pitfalls of the current certification processes and outcomes. This means all stakeholders involved… Read more »
Cargostore Worldwide’s latest depot in Den Helder, NL now stocked and fully operational.
Cargostore Worldwide have completed their strategic expansion into Den Helder, with the new depot up and running with a range of DNV 2.7-1 CCU’s available. The expansion was implemented to match the growing demand for DNV certified CCU’s in the Dutch Oil and Gas Industry. Alongside Cargostore’s depot in Eemshaven which is stocked and situated… Read more »
DuPont Issues 2019 Global PV Reliability Study
New Report Surveys 6.5M modules, 355 Installations and 1.8GW of Total Power and Finds Total Module Defects up 34 percent Year over Year. WILMINGTON, Del., June 18, 2019 – DuPont Photovoltaic and Advanced Materials (DuPont) issued its annual Global Field Reliability Study today, with results from their field inspection and analysis program that tracks material… Read more »
Navigant Research Report Shows the Global Market for Electrolyzers Is Expected to Grow at 16% Annually through 2028
Rapid growth in the mobility segment, supplemented by consistent growth in the industrial and storage segments, is expected to boost the electrolyzer market June 18, 2019 – Boulder, CO – A new report from Navigant Research analyzes the global market for electrolyzers based on geographic region and hydrogen end-use, providing market forecasts for capacity and… Read more »
World’s largest offshore windfarm now halfway through turbine installation
Today, Ørsted’s Hornsea One offshore windfarm celebrates the milestone of installing half of its 174 offshore wind turbines. The site, due to become the world’s largest once fully online, saw the first turbine being installed in February 2019 and now just four months on, the halfway installation point has been reached. With just 87 more turbines due… Read more »
Wight Shipyard Co breaks into the windfarm market
Wight Shipyard Co Ltd (WSC) is breaking into the Windfarm Support Vessel (WFSV) market with the launch of its new Vortisea brand. The Vortisea brand, designed in collaboration with Australia’s Incat Crowther, is specifically geared towards European and UK windfarms, particularly those further offshore, with the operator’s expectancy for flexibility, speed and operational efficiency. “It’s… Read more »
Defence and Subsea sectors join forces to accelerate development of underwater autonomous operations to unlock UK competitiveness
A first of its kind collaboration between defence and oil and gas will lead to the development of advanced underwater technology to solve challenges across both sectors. Subsea UK and its technology arm, the National Subsea Research Initiative (NSRI), have joined forces with the UK Defence Solutions Centre (UKDSC) to accelerate the development of underwater… Read more »
UK ONSHORE WIND IS REGAINING MOMENTUM – DULAS
Dulas reports a 91% uplift in wind monitoring projects in year to date, including multiple surveys at prospective turbine sites Machynlleth, 18 June 2019 – Dulas, a leading renewable energy consultancy, has announced that its wind monitoring division has seen an uptick in site survey work, suggesting that the UK’s onshore wind industry is taking… Read more »
Nordex Group receives 300 MW order from Engie from the USA
Hamburg, 18 June 2019. The Nordex Group has signed a contract with the North American subsidiary of the French energy group Engie S.A. to supply and install 100 turbines of the AW3000 series. The project will use the AW140/3000 on an 82 meter tower, which represents the largest swept area wind turbine available in the… Read more »
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THE SMARTER E EUROPE: SMART INTEGRATION SAVES CASH AND STABILIZES GRIDS
Munich/Pforzheim, February 12, 2025 – The smarter E Europe 2025, taking place earlier in the year than usual, from May 7–9, 2025 at Messe München, has the motto “Accelerating Integrated Energy Solutions”. And smart integration really is the key topic for the fast-changing world of energy and mobility. To meet the requirements of today –… Read more »
Natural Power validates Exus Renewables North America’s $312M TAG project in New Mexico
Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has served as independent engineer of record on behalf of renewable asset management and development firm, Exus Renewables North America, for its TAG project; a 140-megawatt solar and 50-megawatt/200-megawatt-hour battery storage facility in Sandoval County, New Mexico. Jim Sardonia, VP of Technical Development at Exus Renewables… Read more »
NRG Systems’ Advanced Measurement Solutions Pave the Way for Southeast Asia’s Largest Wind Project
Critical pre-construction data from NRG Systems informs AEP and financial viability of Laos’ first wind plant while mitigating risk Hinesburg, Vermont, USA – NRG Systems, the global leader in wind and solar resource measurement and intelligence, is proud to announce its pivotal role in the successful wind resource assessment for the 600 MW Monsoon Wind… Read more »
AMPYR Solar Europe and ROCKWOOL Sign Long-Term Solar PPA for Sustainable Energy Supply
AMPYR Solar Europe (ASE) and ROCKWOOL have signed a 10-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to supply more than 50 GWh of renewable electricity annually from ASE’s new 96 MWp Noordoostpolder solar facility in Flevoland, starting in 2026. The solar energy, along with Guarantees of Origin, will be physically delivered via the public grid to ROCKWOOL’s operations, supporting its… Read more »
Next Ocean secures investment to scale offshore safety technology
Delft, Netherlands, February 11, 2025 – Next Ocean, a pioneer in Vessel Motion Radar technology, has secured Seed Investment from Arches Capital to drive its expansion and enhance maritime safety worldwide. This funding will accelerate Next Ocean’s growth, enabling the company to scale production, expand into new markets, and further develop its predictive radar technology…. Read more »
Global Underwater Hub Establishes Taskforce to Tackle Subsea Cable Reliability and Performance
Global Underwater Hub (GUH) has today published a white paper on its approach to tackling a crucial issue that could derail the UK’s clean energy ambitions. The trade and development body, which represents the UK’s £9.2billion underwater industry, has set out how it aims to improve the performance and reliability of subsea cable systems which… Read more »
Wärtsilä introduces next-generation engine to balance renewables and improve power plant performance
Exide Technologies’ Customized Energy Systems and Vrijopnaam partnership set to enhance sustainable energy access in The Netherlands
Exide Technologies unveils new Solition Powerbooster Mobile: Delivering flexible and sustainable energy “On-The-Go”
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