Technology
Waveswing America gears up for June WEC testing
The Waveswing America team, one of the finalists in the Wave Energy Prize challenge, is preparing its 1:20 scale wave energy device model ahead of June testing at Carderock MASK basin.
Marine spatial plan set for Pentland Firth and Orkney waters
The pilot Marine Spatial Plan has been prepared for the Pentland Firth and Orkney (PFOW) waters which will guide the development activity in the area, including the renewable energy generation.
PLOCAN trials Fraunhofer-IOSB new AUV
German-based Fraunhofer Institute of Optronics, System Technologies and Image Exploitation (IOSB) tested the DeDaVe, a new autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV), at the PLOCAN test site.
EUR 3 Million Available for French Marine Renewables
French National Research Agency (ANR) and France Energies Marines have teamed up and made available EUR 3 million in a new round of funding for marine renewable energy projects. The supported projects must be collaborative, and approved by France Energies Marines, or represent a partnership between
Royal IHC Unveils LNG-Powered TSHD Design
During the recent EADA (India) conference, which promotes the exchange and development of dredging technology, Royal IHC presented its design for a liquefied natural gas (LNG) powered trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD). Following the introduction of Emission Control Areas by the International Ma
VIDEO: Gibraltar wave power station during storm
Take a look at the video showing Eco Wave Power’s wave energy plant during stormy conditions – with storm protection mechanism designed to protect the floats from damage – in action.
New marine surveyor apt for offshore industry
Researchers from the University of Exeter have tested a new sea-going robot that can map the seabed using its own intelligence which could prove favorable for offshore industry.
Deltares Opens New Interactive Data Research Laboratory
To address water-related issues, decision-makers and experts across the world need to access information, data and models quickly to support their strategic planning, preparedness and response activities. The new interactive data research laboratory (iD-Lab) at Deltares officially opened yesterday t
Island communities seek greater involvement in MRE schemes
Developers should pay more attention to the needs of island communities when consulting on harnessing their potential as sources of renewable energy, a study suggests.
Tidal turbine victim of hack attack? Yes.
Last October, the French tidal energy developer Sabella was a victim of a hacker attack which temporarily rendered the computer managing Sabella’s D10 tidal turbine and accompanying equipment unusable.
Cyberhawk Backed by GBP 2 Million Funding
A Remotely Operated Aerial Vehicle (ROAV) inspection and survey company, Cyberhawk, is targeting expansion following an agreement on a new £2 million funding package from Clydesdale and Yorkshire Banks’ Growth Finance team. Cyberhawk said the funding will enable it to accelerate growth, create jobs,
Italdraghe to Showcase at Bauma
Italdraghe SpA will be exhibiting at the 31st edition of the Bauma show that will be held in Munich, Germany, between April 11 – 17, 2016. In the Mining section, the company will be showcasing its cutter suction dredgers. Also at the event, Italdraghe will present its extremely popular excavator dre
FloWave ‘wows’ top science photography prize
A photo showing a spectacular single water spout at FloWave test facility has won a prestigious national prize in a science photo competition run by the UK Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). ‘Wowing the Crowds’, shot by Stuart Brown, CEO of the FloWave Ocean Energy Research
Image of the day: Laminaria WEC testing
Innosea, an engineering company that offers analysis services in the field of offshore renewables, is conducting tests on Belgian Laminaria wave energy device.