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DNV – De-risking floating wind technology and deployment
In this article we hear from DNV on maximising opportunities from floating offshore wind which hinges on de-risking its economics, technology, logistics and operations. The global installed capacity of floating offshore wind, will grow from 88MW in 2022 to 260GW in mid-century, according to our Energy Transition Outlook 2022 (ETO) model. For perspective, the capacity… Read more »
Which is greener, the helicopter or hybrid vessels?
During a 12-hour trip to a wind farm 40 nautical miles offshore, a hybrid CTV will emit 41% less CO2 compared to a conventional CTV. If a helicopter were used for the transport, CO2 could be reduced by 73%. For Europe, that is a saving of 67,000 to 117,000 ton of CO2 per year, or… Read more »
Reducing risks and costs with virtual reality
How can the latest technology enable real-time monitoring of turbine blades and towers, enabling repair and replacement before a critical failure occurs? Is this the way forward for protecting assets and lowering costs? In November 2021, US President Biden signed a $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill to rebuild the nation’s deteriorating roads and bridges and fund… Read more »
Offshore energy in a changing world
The energy transition and sustainable solutions are the hot topics running throughout the Offshore Energy Exhibition & Conference. PES finds out what visitors can expect from Europe’s leading event that takes place on Tuesday 29th and Wednesday 30th of November 2022 in RAI Amsterdam. Two days full of networking opportunities, sharing knowledge and shaping the… Read more »
Key insights across in-service wind farm assets using ultrasonic NDT and robotics
The skills shortage within the sector is a challenge for all. Could robots be the solution? Here, Stacey Rivers, Business Development and Operations Manager at BladeBUG, explains how its innovative robots will operate both onshore and offshore, working independently, or collaboratively with a drone or technician, to perform a diverse range of inspection, maintenance, and… Read more »
Digital data from critical connections
How can the value of data from bolted joint connections deliver a competitive advantage across the wind industry? During the construction and operation of wind farms, there are lots of data being collected for various purposes. When it comes to the most important elements in the entire structure, the nuts and bolts that are holding… Read more »
On the fly
Industrial drones, or flying cranes, offer a possible new way to revolutionize wind turbine maintenance, with the potential to save wind farm operators and owners incredible amounts of time, money, and CO2 emissions. Excited at the possibilities this new technology could hold for the industry, PES was keen to learn more from Mikkel Sørensen, Owner… Read more »
Humber ports at the epicentre of the UK clean energy transition
Achieving net zero is critical to supporting jobs and delivering economic growth and the Humber offers the biggest decarbonisation opportunity in the UK. As a region, the Humber has delivered before, with extensive recent history and experience in supporting large scale clean energy projects. Together, ABP’s four ports in the region provide an unparalleled gateway… Read more »
A powerful forecast
Competing in the energy market means selling your power before it is produced. How, therefore, do you ensure you can meet or exceed your projections by keeping your grid frequency constant? PES heard from Sascha Bauer, CEO at 4cast, about the power of technology to forecast the energy output from renewable energy power plants. PES:… Read more »
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Sineng Electric Obtains VDE Compliance Certificate for SN100(X)/110/125PT String Inverter
Wuxi, China, August 30, 2024 — Sineng Electric, a global leading PV+ESS solution provider, proudly announces that its flagship C&I PV product, the SN100(X)/110/125PT string inverter, has successfully obtained the VDE-AR-N 4110 and VDE-AR-N 4120 certificate from SGS, a prominent testing, inspection and certification company. The certificate confirms that the SN100(X)/110/125PT fully complies with the… Read more »
OWGP launches new £2m support programme for UK manufacturing facilities
OWGP launches new Manufacturing Facility Support Programme £2m available to address the offshore wind industry’s manufacturing priorities Programme should unlock capital investment in new facilities or facility expansion The Offshore Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP) has launched its new Manufacturing Facility Support Programme (MFSP), targeted at unlocking investments in UK manufacturing facilities to support the… Read more »
10 Years of ELA Container Offshore Special solutions for Accommodation in the Maritime Sector
Wind, weather, rough seas or even salt water – containers in the maritime sector and on the high seas are exposed to particular challenges. This is why ELA founded ELA Container Offshore GmbH 10 years ago to offer room solutions for the offshore industry. The history of the offshore business at ELA Container began back… Read more »
Buss Terminal Eemshaven Completes Load-Out for Germany’s Largest Offshore Wind Park in the North Sea “He Dreiht”
Eemshaven/Hamburg, August 29th, 2024 – Buss Terminal Eemshaven successfully completed the handling and load-out of monopiles and transition pieces for the EnBW offshore wind farm “He Dreiht”, contracted by Heerema Marine Contractors. Spanning from January until August 2024 this project marks a significant achievement for our team and the broader renewable energy sector. He Dreiht,… Read more »
ROBUST PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR HVDC TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS NEEDED FOR DEPLOYMENT SUCCESS – DNV STUDY
KATY, TEXAS. U.S 29 August 2024 : DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, announced today the conclusion of the first phase of DNV’s HVDC Standards joint industry project (JIP). The JIP was convened to identify deficiencies in standards for High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) transmission systems. Because of the expected growth of electricity… Read more »
ABB to acquire Födisch Group strengthening global leadership in continuous emission monitoring
Acquisition will expand ABB’s strong position in industrial emission measurement, addressing the world’s energy and sustainability challenges Födisch Group offers advanced measurement and analytical solutions for the energy and industrial sectors, with tens of thousands of devices installed worldwide Widening its portfolio to meet customers’ most demanding measurement requirements, the expansion will add 250 employees… Read more »
Anemoi partners with NAPA to maximise Rotor Sail benefits with voyage optimisation
DNV SURVEY SHOWS HALF OF ENERGY ORGANIZATIONS PREPARING TO INTEGRATE AI IN THE COMING YEAR
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