Offshore Wind
‘Thor’ En Route to Baltic Sea
The large jack-up vessel Thor sailed from the North Sea to the Danish city Hirtshals in the beginning of September to be prepared for the ships next assignment in the Baltic Sea. During the stay, Blue Water acted as agent for the ship. “We have wide experience within port agency services and other h
Uljanik: Keel Laid for Multipurpose Vessel
The keel for the construction of the vessel 507, a multipurpose vessel for different types of special works at sea, contracted in 2013 by ULJANIK Brodogradilište and Sofidra S.A. of Luxembourg, has been laid on Wednesday 27th August 2014. With an overall length of 138 m and width of 32 m, the vessel
Harkand Names New Head of European Engineering Services
International subsea inspection, repair, maintenance (IRM) and light construction company Harkand today announced the appointment of a new head of engineering services in Europe. In a new role for the company, Alan White will oversee the current 40-strong team to further expand the company’s capabil
Harkand Names New Head of European Engineering Services
International subsea inspection, repair, maintenance (IRM) and light construction company Harkand today announced the appointment of a new head of engineering services in Europe. In a new role for the company, Alan White will oversee the current 40-strong team to further expand the company’s capabil
N-Sea to Move to New Office
Aberdeen-based subsea IMR provider, N-Sea Offshore Ltd is to move into new premises as business continues to grow. The company has outgrown its current offices in Dyce and is adding additional office space to accommodate an increase in staff numbers as it expands operations both in the UK and intern
UK: DECC Seeks Offshore Project Supervision Services
The UK Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) has called for tenders for offshore project supervision services to ensure the provision of a new Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) (OESEA3) and to manage the ongoing maintenance of completed SEAs. Because of the specialist nature of the r
PNNL to Trail Two Met Buoys
Two massive, 20,000-pound buoys decked out with the latest in meteorological and oceanographic equipment will enable more accurate predictions of the power-producing potential of winds that blow off U.S. shores. The bright yellow buoys — each worth $1.3 million — are being commissioned by the Depart
Top News of the Week Sep 8 – 14, 2014
Technip to Close Offshore Wind Business, 190 People to Lose Jobs Technip has decided to shut down its offshore wind division based in Westhill, Aberdeenshire, after all undergoing projects are completed. Safety Alert Issued on Butendiek OWF Accident A serious accident occurred in the night of Sunday
Top News of the Week Sep 8 – 14, 2014
Technip to Close Offshore Wind Business, 190 People to Lose Jobs Technip has decided to shut down its offshore wind division based in Westhill, Aberdeenshire, after all undergoing projects are completed. Safety Alert Issued on Butendiek OWF Accident A serious accident occurred in the night of Sunday
Pronomar Rides Offshore Wind Industry Wave
Exhibiting at SMM, Dutch specialist in the supply of innovative and efficient equipment, Pronomar, gave an insight into its business. Our reporter met Jaap Baars, Pronomar managing director, where they talked about the company’s products, market and future business plans. “We are focused on to the o
Statoil Innovate Hywind Challenge Extended
Statoil has prolonged the deadline for submitting ideas on Hywind installation. “Due to the high number of submissions and high interest for the Statoil Innovate Hywind challenge, we have decided to extend the campaign to 15 November. Shortlisted submissions received prior to 15 September will be co
Statoil Innovate Hywind Challenge Extended
Statoil has prolonged the deadline for submitting ideas on Hywind installation. “Due to the high number of submissions and high interest for the Statoil Innovate Hywind challenge, we have decided to extend the campaign to 15 November. Shortlisted submissions received prior to 15 September will be co
ELA Container Offshore to Showcase at WindEnergy
From 23rd to 26th September 2014 ELA Container is exhibiting at WindEnergy in Hamburg. This new international event will be held at the Hamburg Fair site covering the whole market of the international wind industry onshore and offshore. On booth EG.213 in hall B4, the ELA Offshore Living Quarter and
Hexicon Raises EUR 1.2 Mln
Swedish offshore wind energy developer Hexicon has attracted SEK 11.4 million (EUR 1.24 million) in the form of a rights issue to existing owners. Hexicon develops floating platforms for offshore wind energy. Swedish offshore wind energy company Hexicon, which recently announced an agreement with st