Research & Development
Video: Tony Lewis explains GRS’ wave and wind hybrid
Centre for Marine and Renewable Energy (MaREI) has released a video featuring footage of the Global Renewable Solutions’ (GRS) hybrid platform designed to harness the energy from both winds and waves.
Interview: Power vessel navigates to wave energy cost-effectiveness
Tidal Energy Today has talked to GWave’s Chief Executive Officer, Robert Stoddard, to learn more about the wave energy device whose nameplate capacity of 9MW is larger than that of the biggest offshore wind turbine currently available on the market.
UK: Uncertainty on TLSB subsidy could continue post Spring Budget
The decision regarding the subsidy for the Swansea Bay tidal lagoon scheme could reportedly be delayed to after the UK’s Spring Budget due next month.
Marine Energy Wales welcomes Minesto’s expansion plans
Marine Energy Wales has deemed Minesto’s plans to expand its Deep Green tidal energy project as a positive step forward for the development of the marine renewables sector in Wales.
OceaNET sets up wave energy farms workshop
OceaNET is organizing its final workshop on the array design and operation of offshore wave and wind farms.
KCI Extends Chinese Offshore Wind Contract Scope
Beijing-based Huadian Heavy Industries has extended KCI the Engineers’ scope for the offshore wind contract awarded last December.
KCI Extends Chinese Offshore Wind Contract Scope
Beijing-based Huadian Heavy Industries has extended KCI the Engineers’ scope for the offshore wind contract awarded last December.
EC provides funds to address corrosion for ORE installations
The European Commission (EC) has designated funds for project that aims to deliver new business and investment opportunities in corrosion solutions and new materials for offshore energy installations.
MPs urge UK government to support Swansea Bay tidal lagoon
Over 100 Members of Parliament (MPs) have called the UK government to start contracts for difference (CfD) negotiations for the Swansea Bay tidal lagoon as soon as possible.
MEW lines up speakers for its inaugural conference
Marine Energy Wales (MEW) has lined up speakers for its inaugural conference, with a keynote address to be provided by Ken Skates, Welsh Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Infrastructure.
Report: T&D Equipment Market to Cash In On European Offshore Wind
The Transmission and Distribution (T&D) equipment market in Europe is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 4% during the period 2017-2021, with the rise in demand mostly fuelled by growing offshore wind generation, according to the latest market study released by Technavio. “In Europe, the investmen
Report: T&D Equipment Market to Cash In On European Offshore Wind
The Transmission and Distribution (T&D) equipment market in Europe is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 4% during the period 2017-2021, with the rise in demand mostly fuelled by growing offshore wind generation, according to the latest market study released by Technavio. “In Europe, the investmen
Modus Boosts Survey Capacity with New Hybrid Underwater System
Modus Seabed Intervention said it has completed system integration and testing of one of the subsea industries first commercially available hybrid unmanned underwater vehicles. The Modus hybrid is marketed as one of the first autonomous underwater vehicles (AUV) to feature the capabilities and chara
Gallery: SEENEOH tidal site set for completion mid-February
SEENEOH tidal test center is wrapping up the construction works at the Garonne river in Bordeaux with the final test berth set for installation this month.