Offshore Wind
Massive UK Industrial Base for Offshore Wind Moves a Step Closer
RenewableUK has welcomed today’s Government announcement that it is minded to grant planning permission for a huge industrial base for the offshore wind sector on the east coast of England as a significant step forward which could lead to the creation of thousands of jobs. This is a positive step fo
Seajacks UK to Exhibit at Offshore Europe
Seajacks UK will be exhibiting at SPE Offshore Europe in Aberdeen, 3rd – 6th September 2013. Offshore Europe includes a conference and exhibition which will attract a wide audience of industry specialists and leaders who will be discussing the various issues which are currently affecting the upstrea
Renewable Energy Deployment Possible Even with Delays in Transmission Grid Expansion (UK)
A timely transmission grid expansion is important for the future electricity supply based on renewable energies. A recent study by Ecofys energy consultants shows that even if this expansion is delayed, the planned deployment of renewables can still take place within the next 15 years. In this case,
UK: 3sun Enhances Its Offering to Energy Industry
3sun Group, a specialist provider of products and services to the global energy industry, has announced the acquisition of RRC Controls Services Ltd, based in Gourdon Aberdeenshire. The deal, worth a six figure sum, is part of 3sun Group’s plans to expand its footprint in Aberdeen and enhance its se
New EU Rules Governing State Subsidies for Energy
The European Commission is preparing to review the guidelines for state aid in the energy sector. Even though the Commission’s proposals will probably only be unveiled after the German Bundestag election on 22 September, the Greens have already obtained a draft version of the new rules. This draft t
UAE: Lamprell Announces Directorate Change
Lamprell, a leading provider of diversified engineering and contracting services to the onshore and offshore oil & gas and renewable energy industries, announces that the Group’s Chief Financial Officer, Frank Nelson, has informed the Company of his intention to leave Lamprell to return to the UK fo
Acta Marine’s ‘Coastal Vanguard’ Supporting Cable Laying in UK
Acta Marine’s Shoalbusters are currently actively deployed in various Regions of the World. Several Maritime & Offshore construction projects have called upon the specialized Shallow draft fleet of Acta Marine. In Asia the Coastal Victory is engaged upon offshore support activities with a shallow dr
Acta Marine’s ‘Coastal Vanguard’ Supporting Cable Laying in UK
Acta Marine’s Shoalbusters are currently actively deployed in various Regions of the World. Several Maritime & Offshore construction projects have called upon the specialized Shallow draft fleet of Acta Marine. In Asia the Coastal Victory is engaged upon offshore support activities with a shallow dr
MAST EOD Supports New UK Marine Framework for Unexploded Ordnance Disposal
Maritime Asset Security and Training (MAST) Ltd is helping CIRIA (the Construction Industry Research and Information Association) to develop a Risk Management Framework for dealing with Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) in the near-shore and offshore environment, in support of maritime construction projects
Norway Has Opportunity to Participate in Global Energy Transition, Statkraft Says
At a summer seminar at Statkraft’s Lilleaker head office, the President and CEO presented the company’s plans for the future, including a stronger international focus. “Norwegian expertise and solidity are highly sought-after assets. We now have a unique opportunity to participate in the global ener
Berlin to Host OMWINDENERGY Germany 2013
OMWINDENERGY germany 2013 is the new industry forum for the international O&M wind market. It also provides a professional platform for strategies, methods, and tools for operation and management as well as maintenance and repairs in the wind sector. As a new specialist conference, OMWINDENERGY germ
Berlin to Host OMWINDENERGY Germany 2013
OMWINDENERGY germany 2013 is the new industry forum for the international O&M wind market. It also provides a professional platform for strategies, methods, and tools for operation and management as well as maintenance and repairs in the wind sector. As a new specialist conference, OMWINDENERGY germ
Petrofac Building Its Position in Offshore Wind Market
Petrofac Limited (Petrofac) today announces its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2013. Ayman Asfari, Petrofac’s Group Chief Executive commented on the interim results: “Operationally, we have made a good start to the year on our portfolio of projects and we have built good momentum i
Germany: Blue Water Finds Ro/Ro Solution for Vestas’ Turbines
When the Rader Hochbrücke, which crosses the Kiel Cana,l was closed for trucks in August, Vestas was likely to have problems with their wind turbine transports by road. Blue Water works closely with Vestas and chartered the ro/ro ferry “Clipper Pennant” with very short warning to transport the turbi