Research & Development
DNV GL Presents New Recommended Practice for Subsea Forgings
A joint industry project, led by DNV GL, has now taken the next step in subsea standardization by harmonizing requirements for quality management of forgings. The recommended practice (RP) ‘Steel forgings for subsea applications – quality management requirements’, DNVGL-RP-B202, will enable delivery
UK kick-starts £290M clean energy auction
The UK government has launched the second contracts for difference (CfD) auction where renewable energy developers will compete for £290 million worth of contracts to support the growth of clean energy in Britain.
Nova Innovation explores Bardsey Island tides
Nova Innovation has joined forces with YnNi Llyn to look at the possibility of installing a 3MW tidal array off Bardsey Island in Wales.
Scotland takes helm of Crown Estate assets
Scottish government has gained control over the revenue and management of Crown Estate resources in Scotland.
New Survey Company Launched, Targets Offshore Renewables
4D Ocean, a new company providing autonomous survey services to the offshore renewable energy sector was launched on the 3 April.
Wave-tricity strengthens operation at Port of Milford Haven
Wave-tricity has signed a contract with the Port of Milford Haven to install a new pontoon at Pembroke Port in Wales.
ORE Catapult Setting Up New Rain Erosion Test Rig
The Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult is installing a new test rig, designed to simulate the erosion caused by the impact of water droplets on a wind turbine blade during operation, at its National Renewable Energy Centre in Blyth.
AIS Develops New Electrode for Subsea Welding
Advanced Industrial Solutions (AIS) has produced a new welding electrode which it believes will save marine companies significant time and costs on underwater welding projects. The so-called Barracuda Gold Welding Electrode, manufactured in AIS fabrication facility in North East England, is a specia
Trelleborg NjordGuard CPS Passes Wet Tests
Trelleborg’s offshore operation has completed a series of wet tests to verify the capabilities and functionality of its NjordGuard cable protection system for installation and removal on J-tube and monopile interfaces for offshore wind farms. In addition to passing all the tests, NjordGuard was inst
DMA Analyses Offshore Wind CTV Safety
The Danish Maritime Authority (DMA) has issued a report on safety analysis for high-speed offshore vessels carrying up to 60 persons, which can be used to harmonise safety on board offshore vessels carrying wind turbine technicians.
PLOCAN to design marine area for wave energy prototypes
PLOCAN will aid in the design of a marine area for installing prototypes that harness wave energy to supply electricity to the desalination plants managed by the Gran Canaria Water Board as part of the DESAL+ project. The objective of the project is to create and consolidate a joint “Living Lab” pla
The Crown Estate Releases New Findings on Offshore Wind Speed Variability
Variability in wind speeds offshore the UK is significantly lower than previously understood, according to a new study on the UK’s offshore wind resource, carried out by DNV GL on behalf of the Crown Estate.
Wave Hub welcomes Pembrokeshire demonstration zone funding
Wave Hub Ltd has welcomed Welsh Government announcement of the award of £324,000 to enable a feasibility study into the Pembrokeshire wave energy demonstration zone. The Welsh Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Infrastructure, Ken Skates, announced the funding from European Regional Development Fund
New report shows marine energy industry benefits in Wales
Marine Energy Wales has published a new report showing how marine renewable energy industry is bringing increased investment and jobs to Wales. The new report “Marine Energy in Wales: Investment, Jobs, Supply Chain 2017” highlights the findings of an industry survey carried out by Marine Energy Wale