Offshore Wind
Ireland: MARINET Opens 3rd Call for Free Access to Its Test Facilities
The Marine Renewables Infrastructure Network for Emerging Energy Technologies (MARINET) has opened a 3rd Call for applications for free-of-charge access to MARINET facilities. Those interested in the test facilities must apply by March 27th, 2013. A cornerstone of the MARINET initiative is the offer
The Netherlands: Province of Zeeland Seeks Tidal Power Technical Services
The Dutch Province of Zeeland is seeking contractors to provide operational technical coordination for the Zeeland part of the Pro-Tide Europe Project. The work focuses on choosing an ultimate suitable technique for a tidal power station in Brouwers. Under the executive technical co-ordination this
VIDEO: Installation of Pelamis Wave Machine
Pelamis Wave Power developed a unique system for quickly and safely installing and removing the machine from its anchoring system and electrical connection. The following video demonstrates a typical installation process, with this system that allows the machine to be connected to its mooring and el
Belgium: Elia Requires Contractors for Submarine Cable System
Elia is seeking contractors for submarine HVAC cable system of Belgian Offshore Grid (BOG). The scope of the contract entails a complete installed cable system, which involves design, engineering, construction, supply, installation, burial, handling and commissioning of submarine 220KV AC power cabl
Belgium: Elia Requires Contractors for Submarine Cable System
Elia is seeking contractors for submarine HVAC cable system of Belgian Offshore Grid (BOG). The scope of the contract entails a complete installed cable system, which involves design, engineering, construction, supply, installation, burial, handling and commissioning of submarine 220KV AC power cabl
The Netherlands: Offshore Wind Power Generation Financing
International law firm Norton Rose recently hosted a round table discussion in Amsterdam together with Rabobank and PwC, led by energy partner Weero Koster. The reason for this event was the ‘Government Accord’, announced by the Dutch newly elected government. The round table was attended by a great
Northern Ireland Moves Towards “Fit for Purpose” Offshore Regulatory Regime
Richard Murphy of Pinsent Masons, the law firm behind Out-Law.com, was commenting as the Department for Trade and Industry (DETI) set out its proposals for consultation. Areas covered by the paper include decommissioning powers, safety zones, navigation and certain offshore transmission issues. “Fol
UK: Natural Power Expands to Provide Lifecycle and Holistic Design Services
International renewable energy consultancy, Natural Power, continues to expand its service offerings by introducing a full range of Design and Advisory Services to the renewable energy market. Heading up this service is David Wright, who has joined Natural Power from URS Scott Wilson. David’s role w
Foster Proposes New Legislation for Northern Ireland Offshore Renewable Energy Developments
The Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment proposes to ask the Northern Ireland Assembly to make new primary legislation, to introduce new powers relating to a regulatory regime for offshore renewable energy projects. Commenting on the consultation, Arlene Foster said: “The development of of
UK: Ocean Atlantic Ready for Charter
The Hotel accommodation vessel Ocean Atlantic is ready for charter. After some months in a yard in Polen the former ropax ferry is ready to act as hotel accommodation vessel to the offshore wind industry. ”With its 118 single cabin capacity and plenty deck space for containers and tools we expect to
UK: Sustainable Marine Energy Completes GBP 150k SEIS Eligible Funding Round
A tidal energy platform specialist, Sustainable Marine Energy (SME), working closely with Cranfield University, has completed a £150k SEIS eligible funding round which was corner-stoned by a £133k investment by a London Business Angels (LBA) syndicate, including a £40k investment by the LBA SEIS Rou
UK: Sustainable Marine Energy Completes GBP 150k SEIS Eligible Funding Round
A tidal energy platform specialist, Sustainable Marine Energy (SME), working closely with Cranfield University, has completed a £150k SEIS eligible funding round which was corner-stoned by a £133k investment by a London Business Angels (LBA) syndicate, including a £40k investment by the LBA SEIS Rou
Germany: Munich Re to Invest in Offshore Wind Projects
Munich Re, one of the world’s leading reinsurers, could acquire a stake in an offshore wind farm project in their intention to invest EUR 2.5 billion in renewable energy projects, reports Bloomberg. In regard to the company’s negotiations with utilities such as EON SE and RWE AG over investment in t
The Netherlands: Airborne Manufactures First Commercial RTM Performance Blades for Tocardo
Airborne Marine has manufactured the first commercial Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM) performance blades for Tocardo, a leading producer of tidal and free-flow water turbines. The blades will be shipped to the Tocardo assembly site in Den Oever, The Netherlands. The RTM performance blades will be moun