Technology
EU launches initiative to bring clean energy to its islands
The European Commission, together with 14 EU countries, has signed a political declaration to launch the new ‘Clean Energy for EU Islands’ initiative.
Western Isles academics wrap up wave assessment tech trials
Researchers from the Lews Castle College have completed a year-long trial of a modified radar system which could provide more accurate wave and current data for tidal and wave energy developers.
Wavepiston redeploys wave system off Denmark
Danish wave energy developer Wavepiston has redeployed its prototype wave energy system off the west coast of Denmark.
US TAG seeks experts for MHK devices validation project
Technical Advisory Group (TAG) of the United States to the International Electrotechnical Commission’s (IEC) TC-114 is looking to appoint subject matter experts for the new wave and tidal validation project.
Caterpillar to Power Jan De Nul’s New Hopper Dredgers
Jan De Nul Group’s three new 3,500 m³ Trailing Suction Hopper Dredgers will be powered by the Cat 3500E IMO III & EPA Tier 4 certified engines, reports Caterpillar Marine. The Cat 3500E features Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) after-treatment technology with closed loop NOx sensing and applicatio
Video: Marinet2 application guide
Marinet2 has released the recording of a recently held webinar dedicated to explaining the process of applying for funding support to access a network of testing and research infrastructures across Europe.
PHOTO: Damen DOP Dredge Pump Busy in Florida
American contractor Cashman Dredging & Marine Contracting in September 2014 took delivery of the Damen DOP submersible dredge pump. Since then, the DOP450L high efficiency pump has completed many jobs throughout the USA, recently completing one in Puerto Rico. On its current job in Tampa, Florida, t
WASA Dredging: Work on Boann and Sinann Progresses
WASA Dredging has just announced that their two 1010m³ self-propelled split barges Boann and Sinann are now both in the water and the construction is progressing each day. The vessels are designed in-house WASA and are standard WASA SHB 1010 split-barges. The complete construction of these barges is
Damen launches renewables service vessel
Dutch-based shipbuilder Damen has launched the Renewables Service Vessel (RSV) 3315 designed for use for offshore wind and tidal energy projects.
First Ever Renewables Service Vessel Goes Straight to Work
Dutch shipbuilder and ship designer Damen has launched the first ever Renewables Service Vessel (RSV) 3315, a new type of vessel developed in close cooperation with Scottish company Delta Marine.
Yam Pro Energy plans 15MW wave plants in Scotland
Israeli wave energy developer Yam Pro Energy has signed a memorandum of understanding with an unnamed UK partner to develop 15MW wave energy farms in Scotland.
PCF gets funding to grow Welsh marine supply chain
Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum (PCF) has received funding for a project that will explore marine supply chain potential in Wales.
Wärtsilä to supply WaveRoller parts
Wärtsilä has been hired to supply components for AW-Energy’s WaveRoller wave energy device.
French start-up scores €1.4M for salinity gradient tech
Sweetch Energy has secured €1.4 million from Go-Capital and Emertec investment funds to develop its salinity gradient power technology.