Offshore Wind
EMEC to Verify Low Carbon Technologies
The European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) Ltd has been approved as an assessor under the EU’s Environmental Technology Verification (ETV) scheme and will be checking claims about the performance of innovative environmental technologies. The EMEC will issue a Statement of Verification at the end of th
Offshore Energy Companies Win Great Yarmouth’s Business Awards
The winners of an annual celebration of business excellence in the Great Yarmouth borough were announced at a trophy presentation ceremony, at the Town Hall, on Friday, November 21. The Spirit of Enterprise Awards, now in its seventh year, is organised by enterpriseGY, Great Yarmouth Borough Council
Red7Marine Invests in ROV Fleet
Fast-growing offshore company Red7Marine Offshore has expanded its subsea services to North Sea clients by investing in a fleet of remotely operated vehicles (ROVs). The investment – part of a £25 million investment in equipment this year – secures more skilled jobs at its Great Yarmouth base. The R
CWind Appoints New O&M Head
CWind appointed Lee Andrews as Global Head of Operations, Maintenance & Asset Management (O&M) Services. This new division reflects the growth in demand for CWind’s services within the O&M phase of the offshore assets’ life. And by creating an area of the business that has sole focus on O&M services
Conference on Opportunities for UK Ports in Energy Sector Coming Up
On December 2, an event titled “Opportunities for UK Ports in the Energy Sector” will be held in London. Recent years have seen rapid development of offshore renewables and a number of changes to energy policy. With these changes, there are many available opportunities for ports to support the suppl
Ofgem Announces GBP 46.4 Mln for Eight Projects
Ofgem has confirmed funding of £46.4 million for eight projects as part of its cutting-edge innovation competitions for the network companies that deliver energy to homes and businesses. Ofgem runs three innovation competitions to help Britain’s energy networks become smarter and more cost-efficient
NEMOS Aces Sea Tests
Tests on the 1:5 scaled NEMOS prototype running from July through October in Danish Limfjord have been completed. The company implemented the complex control strategies, the automatisation of the hole systems as well as all components proved to be reliable. During the testing, funded by Danish Nissu
NEMOS Aces Sea Tests
Tests on the 1:5 scaled NEMOS prototype running from July through October in Danish Limfjord have been completed. The company implemented the complex control strategies, the automatisation of the hole systems as well as all components proved to be reliable. During the testing, funded by Danish Nissu
Scottish Renewables Hails Government’s Wave Energy Move
Scottish Renewables has welcomed the Scottish Government’s announcement of the creation of a wave energy technology development body. Lindsay Leask, Senior Policy Manager at Scottish Renewables, said: “Capturing wave energy is a complex and demanding process, and although the sector is still in its
Video: Danish Role on Global Offshore Wind Scene
LORC plays a central role in Danish wind industry supplying state-of-the-art testing of wind turbine nacelles. The non-profit and independent commercial foundation was founded in 2009 by the major players in the offshore renewables sector with an aim to improve product reliability and consequently l
Video: Danish Role on Global Offshore Wind Scene
LORC plays a central role in Danish wind industry supplying state-of-the-art testing of wind turbine nacelles. The non-profit and independent commercial foundation was founded in 2009 by the major players in the offshore renewables sector with an aim to improve product reliability and consequently l
North Sea Systems Trials Its CableFish Survey Platform
Last week North Sea Systems started carrying out trials of their CableFish® survey platform at EMEC. This is the culmination of the MRCF Project, managed by the Carbon Trust and funded by the Scottish Government. CableFish® will offer a survey capability that enables cable laying operations to be ex
WP Offshore’s New CTV Ready for Action
WP Offshore’s new Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) has touched the water off Cuxhaven, Germany. With a length of almost 24 meters and a service speed of 24 knots, she will bring staff safe and quickly to the offshore area. By using the wave compensating platform, it provides the personnel a safe access to
EMEC Comments on Pelamis’ Announcement
Neil Kermode, managing director of EMEC, commented on Pelamis’ last week’s announcement: “EMEC is saddened to hear that its oldest customer has gone into administration. “We have known many of the Pelamis team for years and all of us at EMEC are dismayed by this announcement. As a test site we have