Offshore Wind
East Anglia One Gets Thumbs Up
The East Anglia One offshore wind farm that is expected to support almost 2,900 jobs and bring over £520 million of investment into the UK’s economy has today been given consent from the government to go ahead. This is an important milestone for what could be one of the largest wind farms in the wor
WINDFORCE 2014 Kicks Off Today
WINDFORCE 2014, the Germany’s key event of the offshore wind industry, is taking place in Bremen from 17th to 19th of June. The event comprises International Trade Fair, which is held every two years, and WAB’s 10th offshore conference. International experts will discuss markets, projects, environme
SgurrEnergy to Reduce Uncertainty in Renewables Projects
Building on its significant technical advisory expertise, leading renewable energy consultancy, SgurrEnergy, has launched specialist risk advisory services, which uniquely join best practice risk management techniques with world-class renewable energy experience. With extensive sector knowledge gain
Massachusetts Awaits Major Offshore Wind Announcement
Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell and Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick will announce a major milestone for Massachusetts offshore wind energy today. Joining them at the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center wind testing facility will be Walter Cruickshank, Acting Director of the Bureau of Ocean
Scottish FM Empowers Island Communities
Scotland’s island communities will have greater control over their local economies, natural environment and be represented at the heart of government in an independent Scotland, First Minister Alex Salmond said. Launching the island prospectus, Empowering Scotland’s Island Communities, in Kirkwall
Orkney Opens New Pier to Back Marine Renewables Sector
A new pier at Copland’s Dock in Stromness, ensuring that Orkney continues to play a central role in the growing marine renewables sector, has been officially opened by First Minister Alex Salmond. Following an increase in marine traffic at Stromness, Orkney Islands Council took the decision to incre
Siemens, MHI Submit Offer for Alstom
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd (MHI) and Siemens AG have joined forces and provided a proposal for the French multinational conglomerate, Alstom. Pursuant to this, MHI and Siemens propose several transactions in order to preserve Alstom’s current perimeter in almost all its activities, enhance its
Siemens, MHI Submit Offer for Alstom
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd (MHI) and Siemens AG have joined forces and provided a proposal for the French multinational conglomerate, Alstom. Pursuant to this, MHI and Siemens propose several transactions in order to preserve Alstom’s current perimeter in almost all its activities, enhance its
VIDEO: Update on UK’s Offshore Wind Industrial Strategy
Carolyn Campbell, Head of Offshore Wind Industrial Strategy, Department for Business, Innovation & Skills, gave a presentation on the UK government’s offshore wind industrial strategy at All-Energy 2014 event. The event was held in Aberdeen last month where it featured 350+ speakers over the course
Operators Get More Certainty with Lump Sum Payments
Lump sum payments are about flexibility, efficiency, productivity and the more intelligent use of time at sea. They are a benefit to wind farm operators and service suppliers alike No unexpected surprises The lump sum payment system has many advantages. It gives operators budget certainty, no financ
Inocean to Showcase Its Expertise at WINDFORCE 2014
This week Inocean will be present at WINDFORCE 2014 in Bremen. The company will present its competence and services within offshore wind at INTPOWs pavilion, which main message is: «Norway – Powered By Nature». WINDFORCE 2014 is the key event of the offshore wind industry, taking place in from 17th
Inocean to Showcase Its Expertise at WINDFORCE 2014
This week Inocean will be present at WINDFORCE 2014 in Bremen. The company will present its competence and services within offshore wind at INTPOWs pavilion, which main message is: «Norway – Powered By Nature». WINDFORCE 2014 is the key event of the offshore wind industry, taking place in from 17th
Henderson Insurance Brokers Establishes New Marine Division Focused on Offshore Wind
Henderson Insurance Brokers has set up a new marine division as the UK’s offshore wind, maritime and ports sectors continue to grow. Building on the company’s existing marine client base, the new division is already proving successful, winning new insurance work for offshore wind workboats, ports, t
Romax Technology Opens New HQ at University of Nottingham’s Innovation Park
Romax Technology, a specialist company in gearbox, bearing and driveline simulation and engineering, has officially opened the doors to its brand new £5.6m head-office at the University of Nottingham’s Innovation Park (UNIP). Marking its 25th anniversary in existence, the new, purpose built 3100m2 f