Subsea
VIDEO: Voith Turbine Deployed at EMEC’s Tidal Test Site
SAL Offshore has published a video which provides great insight into an example of a prototype tidal turbine installation. Filmed in September 2013 the video shows the first time the Voith turbine is deployed in the turbulent tidal conditions at EMEC’s tidal test site at the Fall of Warness, off Eda
SEAI Looking for Wave Energy Consultants
Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) released a tender invitation for specialist advisory services, focused on wave energy. The promoter is in need of qualified service providers of expert project management, engineering and specialist advisory services for the development of the Atlantic
DOF Subsea Secures Call-Off on Survey Frame Agreement with Statoil in 2015
DOF Subsea has been awarded a call-off on an existing Survey Frame Agreement with Statoil Petroleum AS for 2015. The value of the contract is estimated at NOK 200 million. The call-off has a firm period of 8 months and includes seabed mapping, pipeline inspection, lay support and light construction
PHOTO: Prysmian Completes Operations for SE Asia’s Longest Subsea Cable System
Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cables and systems industry, has completed operations for the construction and execution of the submarine power cable link to connect Phu Quoc Island to the national power grid in Vietnam. The turnkey project refers to a contract awarded in May
Cargotec Names New Senior VP Strategy
Cargotec has appointed Mikael Laine to the role of Senior Vice President, Strategy, as of 7 April 2014. He will be a member of the Executive Board and reports to President and CEO Mika Vehviläinen. Mikael Laine, M.Sc. Econ, (b. 1964), comes most recently from Moventas Group, one of the world’s leadi
Finnish Transport Agency Invites Tenders for Hydrographic Survey Services
Finnish Transport Agency (FTA) invites tenders for hydrographic survey services with a value of 1 million EUR. The tenders are for a Multibeam Echo Sounder (MBES) System Hydrographic Survey on Finnish shipping routes in the Baltic Sea. The project named Bothnian Sea Rauma Korsnäs Hydrographic Survey
Greece: Organismos Limenos Issues Wreck Removal Tender
Organismos Limenos Alexandroypolis issued a tender invitation for wreck removal services related to the wreck of the truck-ferry “Thessaloniki”. The promoter is seeking persons with experience and expetrise to perform all works required for the removal of the hazardous and harmful wreck. “Thessaloni
Bowtech Products Names New Sales Manager – Subsea Connections
Bowtech Products Ltd, a global market leader in subsea vision systems, announces the appointment of Colin Main as Sales Manager – Subsea Connections. Colin has 30 years of experience in the field of subsea connectors and cable moulding and is a recognised expert in this Industry. Bowtech’s Managing
EMGS Receives Letter of Intent for 3D EM Acquisition in Africa
Electromagnetic Geoservices ASA’s (EMGS), the marine EM market leader, has received a Letter of Intent to award a contract for 1,000 km sq of 3D EM data acquisition, data processing, imaging and integration. The contract is worth approximately USD 8.3 million, and will be conducted for a client in N
Kværner Reports Significant Growth in 2013
Kvaerner experienced growth in revenues and margins in the fourth quarter of 2013 compared to the fourth quarter 2012. Also for the year 2013, Kvaerner improved compared to 2012. A strong order backlog leads to high activity at the start of 2014. Kvaerner continues to prioritise effective execution
ExxonMobil Starts Production from Damar Field Off Malaysia
ExxonMobil Corporation announced the start of natural gas production at the Damar field off the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. ExxonMobil subsidiary, ExxonMobil Exploration and Production Malaysia Inc., has a 50 percent interest in the project. The Damar field has a projected capacity of 200 mil
Submarine Cable Installation Between Coll and Tiree
Submarine power cable installation, performed by Briggs Marine Contractors Limited, will take place between the islands of Coll and Tiree. The project starts on Saturday 15th February and it’s scheduled to finish on 1st of March 2014. Four vessels will be carrying out the operation, Forth Guardsman,
Subsea 7’s OSV Seven Osprey Drydocked at A&P Tyne
A&P Tyne drydocked Seven Osprey, an offshore support vessel from Subsea 7’s fleet, on February 8th. The Company will provide underwater work, engine rebuilding work, thrusters overhaul and stern gear refit for the vessel. Also included in the work scope is mobilisation on the main deck together with
Polarcus Records Good Results in 2013
Polarcus Limited announces the release of its fourth quarter and preliminary full year 2013 financial reports. Polarcus delivered a respectable result in Q4 2013 despite very challenging market conditions during the quarter. The Company recorded an increase in EBITDA margin to 41% with low utilizati