Technology
RPS Group: New Accredited Analysis of Marine Sediments
With the ongoing investment in the exploration of natural resources and the harnessing of energy from wind and tidal power, there is an increasing focus on the environmental impacts these can have on the marine habitat, RPS Group – Oxfordshire based consultancy company said in their latest announcem
ISA Towage Celebrates Naming of New Damen Shoalbuster
The naming ceremony of ISA Towage BV’s new Damen Shoalbuster 3209 ‘ISA’ took place on Friday, 17 November, at Damen Shipyards Hardinxveld (DSHa). The godmother of the ISA was Mrs. Miranda Mastenbroek, wife of Willem-Harm Mastenbroek, owner and managing director of ISA Towage B.V. The Shoalbuster 320
Bio-on and AkzoNobel continue fight against marine fouling
Italian biotechnology company Bio-on and Dutch paints and coatings company AkzoNobel have agreed to further their collaboration in developing protective solutions against marine biofouling which can be applied in tidal energy sector.
Bristol wave calls on investment angels
Bristol-based wave energy developer Embley Energy is looking to secure funding to take the development of its Sperboy wave energy concept to the next stage.
Expertise Hub VIDEO: New Continuous Access Gangway Gives Barge Master an Edge
Barge Master’s new gangway system developed in cooperation with Bosch Rexroth offers continuous access for personnel and cargo and has so far performed excellently on the Walney Extension offshore wind farm, Martijn Koppert, CEO of Barge Master, said.
Wales puts £10M energy service contract on offer
The government of Wales is looking to enter into a framework agreement for a new energy service that will provide support for the delivery of renewable energy projects across the country.
Olympic Subsea eyes renewables lift as it books Q3 loss
Olympic Subsea has reported a net loss of NOK 36 million ($4.36 million) for the third quarter of 2017 as it anticipates the increase in activities in renewable energy sector in the coming year.
Franco-German tidal cooperation up for award
French tidal energy developer EEL Energy and German-based CFD solutions provider DHCAE Tools have scooped a joint finalist nomination for the Franco-German Economy Awards 2017.
Marine Scotland tracks seals in tidally energetic areas
Marine Scotland Science has released a report on how seals use the water column in tidally energetic areas based on a case study conducted at the Brims tidal energy lease area.
Partnerships drive ORE Catapult’s innovation growth
The Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult undertook over 500 collaborations with industry and academia in its latest financial year – a 10% increase from the previous year, according to its latest annual impact report.
MaRINET2 grants virtual access to offshore research data
The EU-funded MaRINET2 project has launched its Virtual Access Service that provides researchers and technology developers with remote access to datasets gathered by offshore renewable energy research centers.
Siemens Gamesa to Test 8MW Turbine Nacelle at Fraunhofer IWES
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy and the Fraunhofer Institute for Wind Energy Systems (IWES) have officially signed a contract for validation of the SG 8.0-167 DD wind turbine nacelle.
Siemens Gamesa to Test 8MW Turbine Nacelle at Fraunhofer IWES
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy and the Fraunhofer Institute for Wind Energy Systems (IWES) have officially signed a contract for validation of the SG 8.0-167 DD wind turbine nacelle.
Tidal newcomer seeks concept design help
Cornish tidal energy start-up Inyanga-Tech has launched a tender for a contractor who would assist it with a concept and feasibility study on a novel invention for harnessing tidal energy.