Offshore Wind
UK Universities Invited to Join Wind Blade Research Hub
The Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult is looking for a UK-based university with which to collaborate on accelerating offshore wind turbine blade research and development activities through the recently launched Wind Blade Research Hub. The collaboration would provide a combination of academic
SMST Unveils New Cargo and Crew Transfer System
Following the launch of the Telescopic Access Bridge (TAB) M series, with which Windforce’s personnel working on the Wikinger offshore wind farm clocked more than 200 safe transfers this summer, SMST has expanded the product range with the SMST Access & Cargo Tower. The Access & Cargo Tower covers a
Fred. Olsen Windcarrier Finds Best Far-Shore O&M Solution
Fixed offshore accommodation will be instrumental in resolving the operations and maintenance (O&M) dilemma faced by operators of wind farms installed far from shores, according to a report commissioned by Fred. Olsen Windcarrier. Reducing transit time and improving turbine accessibility are two key
Fred. Olsen Windcarrier Finds Best Far-Shore O&M Solution
Fixed offshore accommodation will be instrumental in resolving the operations and maintenance (O&M) dilemma faced by operators of wind farms installed far from shores, according to a report commissioned by Fred. Olsen Windcarrier. Reducing transit time and improving turbine accessibility are two key
Scottish SMEs Invited to Explore Chances in Wind Energy Market
Scottish SMEs have an ‘enormous opportunity’ to develop wind farm technology and exploit global markets thanks to a new programme giving access to the country’s leading researchers and testing facilities, according to Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult. The Energy Technology Partnership (ETP)
NSRI, ORE Catapult Join to Help Subsea Companies Diversify
The National Subsea Research Initiative (NSRI) and the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult have joined forces to encourage subsea companies to diversify and tap into the opportunities within the offshore wind market. The two organisations will highlight the long-term opportunities the offshore
MAKE: Europe to Have 39.2GW Offshore Wind Capacity by 2025
Europe’s commissioned offshore wind capacity will grow at an average rate of 3GW per year between 2017 and 2025 and represent a key driver of growth in Europe, according to MAKE. The offshore market accounted for 21%, or 3GW, of all new grid-connected capacity in Europe in 2015, more than double the
MAKE: Europe to Have 39.2GW Offshore Wind Capacity by 2025
Europe’s commissioned offshore wind capacity will grow at an average rate of 3GW per year between 2017 and 2025 and represent a key driver of growth in Europe, according to MAKE. The offshore market accounted for 21%, or 3GW, of all new grid-connected capacity in Europe in 2015, more than double the
REETEC Unveils Multi Connection Cabinet
German wind energy services provider REETEC has presented the newly developed REETEC Multi Connection Cabinet (RE-MCC) for offshore wind turbines at WindEnergy Hamburg 2016. The system had been developed based on REETEC’s experience in the field service and in the context of aviation obstruction mar
Deutsche Windtechnik to Service Senvion’s Alpha Ventus Turbines
Starting in January 2017, Deutsche Windtechnik will be servicing six Senvion 5M turbines at the alpha ventus offshore wind farm. Deutsche Offshore-Testfeld und Infrastruktur (DOTI), a consortium comprising EWE, E.ON and Vattenfall, has signed a standard maintenance contract with Deutsche Windtechnik
Wind Industry Outlines Path to Energy Transition for Policymakers
WindEurope has launched its Making Transition Work report today in Hamburg. The report details specific policy proposals on how Europe can remain a leading force in wind energy and renewables. The report provides recommendations to policymakers on how to facilitate a swift transformation of the ener
Wind Industry Outlines Path to Energy Transition for Policymakers
WindEurope has launched its Making Transition Work report today in Hamburg. The report details specific policy proposals on how Europe can remain a leading force in wind energy and renewables. The report provides recommendations to policymakers on how to facilitate a swift transformation of the ener
Maersk Training in Newcastle Wins ESF Funds for Wind Energy Courses
Maersk Training in Newcastle has been allocated funding by the European Social Fund (ESF) programme for its courses which introduce and qualify young people to work in the wind energy sector. The aim of the funding is to deliver education and training services to support young people who are 15-24,
Maersk Training in Newcastle Wins ESF Funds for Wind Energy Courses
Maersk Training in Newcastle has been allocated funding by the European Social Fund (ESF) programme for its courses which introduce and qualify young people to work in the wind energy sector. The aim of the funding is to deliver education and training services to support young people who are 15-24,