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The Netherlands: MARIN Inaugurates Depressurised Wave Basin
MARIN’s unique Depressurised Wave Basin (DWB) was officially inaugurated on March 19 by Maxime Verhagen, the Dutch Minister of Economic Affairs, Agriculture and Innovation. Representing the combination of a depressurised towing tank with a wave maker, the DWB creates a world first. The inauguration
The Netherlands: MARIN Inaugurates Depressurised Wave Basin
MARIN’s unique Depressurised Wave Basin (DWB) was officially inaugurated on March 19 by Maxime Verhagen, the Dutch Minister of Economic Affairs, Agriculture and Innovation. Representing the combination of a depressurised towing tank with a wave maker, the DWB creates a world first. The inauguration
France: STMFC Gets New Name, Fosmax LNG
The Société du Terminal Méthanier de Fos Cavaou (STMFC) is changing its name to Fosmax LNG – a new identity that incorporates its geographical location, Fos-sur-Mer, its capacity to receive the largest LNG cargoes, and its activities at the heart of the global liquefied natural gas market. The colou
UK: Kentz Revenue Up 29 Percent
Kentz Corporation Limited, the holding company of the Kentz engineering and construction group, announced its unaudited group results for the year ending 31 December 2011. Financial Highlights Revenue in 2011 increased by 29% to US$1,367.5m (2010:US$1,057.4m) Profit before tax in 2011 increased by 1
UK: Gas Release Forces Total to Evacuate Workers from Elgin Field
Yesterday, around noon, Total E&P UK evacuated non-essential personnel from the Elgin and Rowan Viking offshore facilities located some 240km off the coast of Aberdeen. The evacuation in the central Graben area was due to a well control problem occurring on the wellhead platform at the Elgin field,
Scottish Renewables Welcomes Gamesa’s Announcement
In response to the announcement from Gamesa that they will build a major offshore wind manufacturing facility in Leith, supporting more than 800 direct jobs, Niall Stuart, Chief Executive of Scottish Renewables, said: “This is another fantastic vote of confidence in Scotland’s renewable energy indus
APM Terminals Sees Opportunities in Africa
APM Terminals’ annual Africa-Middle East Region’s Leadership meeting was held in the Kenyan Indian Ocean port city of Mombasa to emphasize a new direction for expansion of the APM Terminals Global Port, Terminal and Inland Services Network: East Africa. “There are great business and growth opportuni
New CEO of Alstom Germany Management Board
Alf Henryk Wulf will join Alstom as CEO of the Alstom Germany Management Board. Mr Wulf was appointed in his new function on 19 March by the Supervisory Board of ALSTOM Deutschland AG. Mr Wulf was previously Chairman of the Board at Alcatel-Lucent Deutschland AG. Patrick Kron, Alstom Chairman and CE
New CEO of Alstom Germany Management Board
Alf Henryk Wulf will join Alstom as CEO of the Alstom Germany Management Board. Mr Wulf was appointed in his new function on 19 March by the Supervisory Board of ALSTOM Deutschland AG. Mr Wulf was previously Chairman of the Board at Alcatel-Lucent Deutschland AG. Patrick Kron, Alstom Chairman and CE
UK: LNG Tanker Due at Dragon Terminal April 1
The Methane Nile Eagle LNG carrier, with a capacity of 145,000 cubic metres, is due to arrive in the UK’s Dragon terminal from Trinidad on April 1, according to the Milford Haven Port Authority website. Dragon LNG terminal plays an intrinsic role in supporting the UK’s energy importing strategy. The
Denmark: A2SEA Orders New Jack-Up Vessel
A2SEA (owned 51% by DONG Energy and 49% by Siemens Wind Power) has signed a contract with Chinese company, COSCO Shipyard Group Co., Ltd., for the construction of a new jack-up vessel specially designed for the purpose of installation of offshore wind turbines. The contract has a value of USD 155 mi
Energi Coast Presents North East England’s Offshore Renewables Capabilities
Energi Coast, in conjuction with NOF Energy and Subsea North East, showcased North East England’s impressive offshore renewables capabilities at an event at the House of Commons. Sponsored by North Tyneside MP, Mary Glindon, the event was held on the prestigious Terrace Pavillion at the Palace of We
Energi Coast Presents North East England’s Offshore Renewables Capabilities
Energi Coast, in conjuction with NOF Energy and Subsea North East, showcased North East England’s impressive offshore renewables capabilities at an event at the House of Commons. Sponsored by North Tyneside MP, Mary Glindon, the event was held on the prestigious Terrace Pavillion at the Palace of We
UK: Alicat Workboats Supplies Two Crew Transfer Vessels to Dalby Offshore Renewables
Following exhaustive evaluation and various sea trials, Dalby Offshore Renewables have purchased two new crew transfer vessels from Alicat Workboats of Great Yarmouth. The 20 meter propeller driven vessels are powered by twin Caterpillar C32 1319Hp engines that deliver a top speed of over 30 knots.