Offshore Wind
UK Offshore Wind Can Be Global Powerhouse
The UK’s offshore wind sector is at a “pivotal moment” and has a “unique opportunity” to develop skills to drive a truly world-leading industry, according to Andrew Jamieson, Chief Executive of the Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult. Jamieson was speaking ahead of an “Industry Leaders’ Debate” at Sc
ETI: Focus More on Floating Foundations
The Energy Technologies Institute (ETI) has recommended more emphasis to be placed on floating foundations in order to access the best offshore wind resources in the UK and pave the way to subsidy-free offshore wind farms in 2050 energy mix. Floating platform solutions should be further derisked, as
Energinet.dk, NGVL Issue EUR 1.3 Billion Tender for Viking Link Cables and Converters
Danish transmission systems operator Energinet.dk and the UK-based National Grid Viking Link Ltd (NGVL) are looking for providers of high voltage direct current (HVDC) cables and converters for the Viking Link Interconnector. The Viking Link is a proposed 1,400 MW HVDC electricity link between the B
Elia Seeks Offshore SwitchYard Installation Contractor
Elia Asset N.V., part of the Elia Group, has invited tenders for the installation of the Offshore SwitchYard (OSY) Platform for the Modular Offshore Grid (MOG) project in the Belgian North Sea. The contract includes, but is not limited to, installation, engineering, providing cargo barge, transport
Elia Seeks Offshore SwitchYard Installation Contractor
Elia Asset N.V., part of the Elia Group, has invited tenders for the installation of the Offshore SwitchYard (OSY) Platform for the Modular Offshore Grid (MOG) project in the Belgian North Sea. The contract includes, but is not limited to, installation, engineering, providing cargo barge, transport
German OW Capacity Climbs to 4.1GW; Further Momentum Hindered by Reduced Post-2020 Expansion
In 2016, 818MW of offshore wind capacity went online in Germany, bringing the total capacity of offshore wind turbines connected to the grid to 4,108MW. However, further momentum could be inhibited by the federal government which has limited expansion to 500MW a year after 2020, according to a new r
Ingeteam Introduces New O&M Optimisation Tool
Ingeteam has developed a new computer tool that will allow calculation of optimal O&M strategies. According to the company, the tool, developed under the POSEIDOM project, will reduce uncertainty related to costs during the operation of offshore wind farms.
Masdar’s Share in Hywind Scotland Valued at GBP 52.5 Million
Masdar has invested GBP 52.5 million (approx. EUR 61 million) in Hywind Scotland Pilot Park, according to Scottish Development International (SDI), as Abu Dhabi’s renewable energy investor agreed with Statoil to take a 25% stake in the project.
May: Good Post-Brexit UK-EU Relationship in Both Sides’ Interests
In her keynote Brexit speech – Plan for Britain – which includes 12 priorities that the UK government will use to negotiate Brexit, UK Prime Minister Theresa May has made clear her support for renewable energy and said that the UK is at the forefront of fields such as science, innovation, and clean
May: Good Post-Brexit UK-EU Relationship in Both Sides’ Interests
In her keynote Brexit speech – Plan for Britain – which includes 12 priorities that the UK government will use to negotiate Brexit, UK Prime Minister Theresa May has made clear her support for renewable energy and said that the UK is at the forefront of fields such as science, innovation, and clean
Update: OSB Sends Off First Batch of Walney Extension TPs
First six transition pieces (TPs) for the Walney Extension offshore wind farm were loaded onto a barge and sent off from Teesside, where Offshore Structures (Britain) is based, the company’s spokesperson confirmed to Offshore WIND. The company, a joint venture between EEW SPC and Bladt Industries, w
CHC Helicopter Supporting Veja Mate Turbine Installation
Siemens has awarded CHC Group with a contract for helicopter services in support of the work at the Veja Mate offshore wind farm in the German part of the North Sea, which is currently in the turbine installation phase.
CHC Helicopter Supporting Veja Mate Turbine Installation
Siemens has awarded CHC Group with a contract for helicopter services in support of the work at the Veja Mate offshore wind farm in the German part of the North Sea, which is currently in the turbine installation phase.
Carbon Trust Invites Tenders to Assess Floating Wind Challenges
The Carbon Trust has launched tenders to assess the challenges of electrical systems, mooring systems, and logistics in large arrays of floating wind turbines.