Offshore Wind
UK: Andrew Garrad Speaks at SUPERGEN Wind General Assembly
Andrew Garrad, non executive chairman of GL Garrad Hassan, had a positive message for the future of renewable energy at his keynote address at the SUPERGEN Wind Annual Assembly in Bristol recently. He predicted that, while there may be a few bumpy years ahead, the long-term global outlook for renewa
University of Exeter Students Report Findings on Guernsey’s Renewables Potential
The University of Exeter concluded their field visit with a presentation to the Renewable Energy Team, key stakeholders who had helped the students with their research and the media. The Students presented for 2 hours on subjects ranging from offshore wind to energy efficiency to financial viability
Denmark: DBB Jack-Up Expands Its Fleet and Service Offerings to Offshore Wind Industry
DBB Jack-Up is expanding their fleet and service offerings to the Offshore Wind Industry. With an office staff growth of 200% and offshore crew increase by 250%, DBB is well prepared for delivery of their next 2 jack-ups. DBB Jack-Up is focusing on the demanding operation and maintenance work, inclu
Denmark: DBB Jack-Up Expands Its Fleet and Service Offerings to Offshore Wind Industry
DBB Jack-Up is expanding their fleet and service offerings to the Offshore Wind Industry. With an office staff growth of 200% and offshore crew increase by 250%, DBB is well prepared for delivery of their next 2 jack-ups. DBB Jack-Up is focusing on the demanding operation and maintenance work, inclu
Military Energy Industry Awareness Event Held in Norwich, UK
Around 80 serving and ex-military gathered on Wednesday 29th May to decide if the energy industry would be their second career. With their high skill levels and attitudes they are highly regarded in the industry. Ex-military speakers, currently working in the energy industry recounted their experien
UK: Centrica Sells 50 Pct of Onshore Wind Farm, Retains Interests in Potential OWFs
Centrica plc has reached an agreement to sell its 50% interest in the 72MW Braes of Doune onshore wind farm in Stirlingshire, Scotland, for £59 million in cash. The stake has been acquired by the Hermes GPE Infrastructure Fund, which is managed by Hermes GPE LLP. Centrica will continue to receive 10
Finland: The Switch Selects David Ho as New Board of Directors Member
The Switch, a leading supplier of megawatt-class permanent magnet generator and full-power converter packages for wind power and other renewable energy applications, announces the addition of David Ho to the Board of Directors. The addition of Ho helps The Switch demonstrate its deep commitment to i
Finland: The Switch Selects David Ho as New Board of Directors Member
The Switch, a leading supplier of megawatt-class permanent magnet generator and full-power converter packages for wind power and other renewable energy applications, announces the addition of David Ho to the Board of Directors. The addition of Ho helps The Switch demonstrate its deep commitment to i
WINDFORCE 2013: Industry Experts to Meet in Bremerhaven, Germany
WINDFORCE has been a fixed date in the calendars of national and international experts in the offshore wind energy industry for the past nine years. Many have registered again this year to attend the German offshore wind conference. “We are very pleased that we can welcome more than 650 participants
MPI Offshore to Showcase at RenewableUK 2013 Exhibition
As each year MPI Offshore and MPI Workboats are again exhibiting at the RenewableUK 2013 exhibition. This year’s RenewableUK’s Offshore Wind Conference & Exhibition will be held on 12 and 13 June in the Manchester Central Conference Centre. More than 3,000 delegates will attend, with over 150 compan
Alstom to Build Swansea Bay Tidal Turbines (UK)
Alstom, a world leading developer and manufacturer of the full range of hydro products and services, including turbines, generators, control systems, hydro-mechanical equipment and balance-of-plant, has signed an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) with Tidal Lagoon Power Limited to design and build t
Alstom to Build Swansea Bay Tidal Turbines (UK)
Alstom, a world leading developer and manufacturer of the full range of hydro products and services, including turbines, generators, control systems, hydro-mechanical equipment and balance-of-plant, has signed an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) with Tidal Lagoon Power Limited to design and build t
UK: Sustainable Marine Energy Opens Office on Isle of Wight
Isle of Wight MP Andrew Turner has run up the flag to celebrate the arrival of innovative technology company Sustainable Marine Energy (SME) at its new offices and workshops at Trinity Wharf, East Cowes. The company has relocated from London because it believes the Isle of Wight has the right suppor
UMBO Looking for Offshore Wind Farm Monitoring Services (Germany)
UMBO GmbH i. G. has issued an invitation for tenders regarding qualification system for the purpose of conducting environmental monitorings for offshore windfarms in Germany. Prerequisite for the awarding of contracts is pre-qualification in compliance with the qualification system (Connexio) descri