Highlights of the Month: September 2015

Highlights of the Month September 2015

Jan De Nul Takes Over Hochtief’s WTIV

On Tuesday 15 September, Jan De Nul Group signed the taking-over of the offshore jack-up crane vessel Vidar, formerly operating for the German company Hochtief.

Navitus Bay Unlikely to Go Ahead

UK Secretary of State is to issue a decision about up to 121-turbine wind farm in the English Channel near the Isle of Wight.

Jan De Nul Signs EPCI Contract for Nobelwind

On Tuesday 15th September 2015, Jan De Nul Group and the offshore wind project Nobelwind signed the first offshore wind contract for Jan De Nul’s recently acquired offshore jack-up heavy lift vessel Vidar.

Two-Bladed Turbine to Be Tested in Eemshaven

An offshore wind turbine with a capacity of 6MW will be installed and tested in Eemshaven.

Dong Seeks Turbine Suppliers for 5 Projects

DONG Energy Wind Power A/S has issued a call for tenders for the supply of offshore wind turbines for five projects.

Photo of the Day: Seajacks Scylla Preparing for Take-Off

Seajacks Scylla, which is scheduled to be delivered by the end of the year, is nearing its trip to Europe from Samsung Heavy Industries’ (SHI) Geoje Yard in South Korea.

Dong, ESG Complete Largest Wind Turbine Piles Testing

DONG Energy and ESG have tested 28 piles on two different onshore sites in order to assist the development of new design methods for offshore wind farms. Initial results show great cost reduction potential.

Offshore WIND Staff; Image: Offshore WIND/Navingo