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  • GDF SUEZ Appoints New CFO

    12 January 2015
    Business & Finance

    Judith Hartmann has been appointed Chief Financial Officer of GDF SUEZ, effective 16 March 2015. Judith Hartmann, an Austrian citizen, holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Vienna. She began her career in 1993 at Transport Canada in Ottawa. In 1997, she began working at the Financial department of Walt Disney Company in […]

  • Global Wind Capacity Increases by 22% in 2010 – Asia Leads Growth

    2 February 2011

    Global wind power installations increased by 35.8 GW in 2010, according to figures released by the Global Wind Energy Council today. This brings total installed wind energy capacity up to 194.4 GW, a 22.5% increase on the 158.7 GW installed at the end of 2009. The new capacity added in 2010 represents investments worth EUR […]

  • Europort Captures Global Industry Mood

    23 October 2013

    Two weeks before the doors open at Europort, Rotterdam, organiser Ahoy is finalising arrangements for the event that promises to provide a benchmark for the ‘state of the global maritime and offshore industry’ in late 2013. Alongside attendees at its Advanced Technology Conferences industry seminars and networking opportunities, over 1,000 exhibitors will be present at […]

  • Internationalisation Puts Gamesa in Strong Growth Position (Spain)

    28 July 2011
    Business & Finance

    Progress in internationalisation together with efficiency and sustained performance in all business lines placed Gamesa in a strong growth position in the first half of 2011, with results in line with annual guidance in terms of volume, profitability and debt. Gamesa’s consolidated revenues amounted to 1,297 million euro (+26%) in 1H11, EBIT was 62 million […]

  • Ireland: Research and Markets Adds Analysis of Sinovel Wind Group to Its Offering

    8 February 2013
    Business & Finance, R&D

    Research and Markets has announced the addition of the “Analysis of Sinovel Wind Group” company profile to their offering. Sinovel Wind Group is an integrated wind power systems manufacturing company. The company makes all critical components required to deploy a wind power system be it onshore or offshore turbines. The company also offers end to […]

  • Reportlinker Publishes New HVDC Converter Stations Global Analysis

    9 January 2012

    Reportlinker announced a “High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Converter Stations – Global Market Size, Average Pricing, Equipment Market Share and Competitive Landscape Analysis to 2020”.  Summary This report starts with an introduction to the global HVDC converter station market. The next chapter talks about the global HVDC converter station industry. Global drivers and restraints are also […]

  • CEO of Alstom Reorganizes Company to Boost its Development (France)

    16 June 2011
    Business & Finance

      The Alstom Board has approved a major reorganisation of the company proposed by Patrick Kron, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Alstom. This reorganisation is effective on 4 July 2011. Alstom has undergone a period of strong growth, followed by the necessary adaptation to a tougher economic environment created by the crisis. As the […]

  • Global Wind Turbine Supply Chain 2014 Report Available at MAKE Consulting

    13 August 2014
    Business & Finance, R&D

    MAKE Consulting issued a new report called Global Wind Turbine Supply Chain 2014. The 110+ page report offers comprehensive insights into supply-demand dynamics across all key wind turbine components based on global and regional analysis of sourcing trends, production capacities and competitive landscapes.  Shifting demand and overcapacity of critical wind turbine components continues to challenge the […]

  • Germany: Prince Joachim of Denmark and Minister Altmaier to Visit HUSUM WindEnergy

    10 September 2012

    This year HUSUM WindEnergy is expecting high-ranking visitors: Germany’s environment minister Peter Altmaier and H.R.H. Prince Joachim of Denmark will be visiting the world’s biggest wind trade fair. His Royal Highness Prince Joachim’s attendance on 19 September 2012 emphasises Husum’s long association with neighbouring Denmark, which from the very first has been a partner of […]

  • Keppel Corporation Announces Another Record Year (Singapore)

    26 January 2012
    Business & Finance

    Keppel Corporation announces another record year. Their net profit grew by 14% to a new high of nearly $1.5 billion. This is the fifth year running that their net profit has surpassed the $1 billion mark. Also for the fifth consecutive year, their Return on Equity has remained above 20%. Economic Value Added has also […]

  • DeepOcean Reorganises the Company

    12 January 2015
    Business & Finance

    DeepOcean Group Holding B.V. (DeepOcean) started a reorganisation of the company today. Effective 1 January 2015 DeepOcean is organised in two main regions, the Greater North Sea (“GNS”) region and the International region. Ottar Mæland will head up the GNS region as Group EVP GNS. Group support functions such as IT, Procurement, Asset Management, Ship […]

  • Worldwide Wind Capacity Hits 336GW

    19 September 2014

    The worldwide wind capacity reached 336,327 MW by the end of June 2014, out of which 17,613 MW were added in the first six months of 2014. This increase is a substantially higher than in the first half of 2013 and 2012, when 13,9 GW respectively 16,4 GW were added. All wind turbines installed worldwide […]

  • Energias de Portugal Renováveis Joins World Ocean Council (USA)

    14 December 2011

    Energias de Portugal Renováveis SA has become the first World Ocean Council (WOC) member from the offshore renewable energy sector, and the first member from Portugal. Energias de Portugal Renováveis SA (EDPR) is a world leader in renewable energy. The company is present in the US, Canada, Brazil, UK, Spain, France, Italy, Belgium, Romania and […]

  • New CEO Takes Helm at Avangrid Renewables

    23 October 2019
    Business & Finance

    Avangrid Renewables has appointed Alejandro de Hoz, currently the company’s Vice President of Offshore Wind, to the role of President & CEO. He succeeds Laura Beane, who has decided to leave the company. “We have a growing renewables business with strong expertise in core areas of onshore wind and solar, and we continue to develop […]

  • Ulstein Establishes New Company, Ulstein IDEA Equipment Solutions (Norway)

    10 August 2011
    Business & Finance, R&D, Technology

      ULSTEIN has established a new company, Ulstein IDEA Equipment Solutions. This company will take over the activities of former IDEA Heavy Equipment b.v, a Dutch company that ULSTEIN has cooperated with in recent years. Ulstein IDEA Equipment Solutions will be engaged in the development and manufacturing of innovative mission and interface equipment on board […]

  • VIDEO: Opportunities in Offshore Wind Conference at OEEC2022

    30 November 2022
    Business & Finance, Industry, Technology

    Can developers, offshore construction companies, and shipbuilders map a road for the offshore wind sector to reach massive capacity targets while avoiding bottlenecks due to vessel shortages and port over-capacitation? But also, are some of these challenges in the industry providing opportunities for the supply chain? Questions that are discussed in the conference session ‘Opportunities […]

  • Mitsui Invests in Spanish Turbine Tower & Flange Manufacturer

    6 March 2015
    Business & Finance

    Mitsui & Co., Ltd. has entered into an agreement to invest in Gonvarri Eólica, S.L., which controls the GRI Renewable Industries Group of Spain, a manufacturer of wind turbine towers and flanges for wind power generation. Agreement documents were signed on March 5, 2015. Subject to regulatory approvals by the relevant authorities, Mitsui will acquire a […]

  • Dr. He Dexin Takes CEO Position at WWEA (Germany)

    31 October 2011

    Today, the General Assembly of the World Wind Energy Association elected Dr. He Dexin, Chairman of the Chinese Wind Energy Association, as new WWEA President. Former President Dr. Anil Kane was appointed as President Emeritus. After his election, Dr. He thanked his predecessor Anil Kane for the important and successful work that he had done […]

  • EU Wind Industry to Employ More than Half Million People by 2020

    11 April 2012

    The European wind power industry’s contribution to EU economic growth will increase almost threefold over the decade by 2020. More than half a million people will be working for the wind power industry in Europe by 2020. The sector has been proven to be a powerful motor against economic slowdown in Europe. This will be […]

  • Gamesa Creates Executive Committee within Board of Directors (Spain)

    11 January 2012

      Gamesa’s Board of Directors agreed at a meeting today, following a previous report from the Appointment and Remuneration Committee, to create an Executive Committee to which it will delegate all Board of Directors faculties, with the exception of faculties that are non-delegable by law or the company’s by-laws. The Executive Committee will provide support […]

  • A manufacturing Budget needed to solidify renewables lead

    23 March 2010
    Business & Finance, R&D

    RenewableUK today released ‘Rebirth of UK manufacturing’, a document highlighting manufacturing opportunities in the renewables sector.

  • Report Available: Q2 2014 Global Wind Market Update – Growth Continues

    28 October 2014
    Business & Finance, R&D

    Research and Markets has announced the addition of the “Q2 2014 Global Wind Market Update – Growth Continues” report to their offering. Global new firm order inflow for Q2 2014 increased by around 80% over Q1 2014 levels while the same increased by around 3% over Q2 2013 levels. The Global market has improved with […]

  • Employment in Renewables Sector Reaches 5.7 Million Globally

    23 January 2014
    Business & Finance

    On January 21, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) launched a pioneering new report on employment in the renewable energy sector, Renewable Energy and Jobs. The first global study of its kind, it features new data on employment within the sector, as well as recommendations for policy makers. In 2012, employment in renewable energy worldwide […]

  • UK: Maersk Training Appoints New Head of Training and Education

    5 December 2013
    Training & Education

    Maersk Training has announcement today the appointment of David Bowyer as new Head of Training and Education. David joins the senior management team to oversee all aspects of training, following recent growth in the number of delegates attending their courses. David Bowyer has a wealth of experience in the education industry and was previously the […]

  • Giving a Push to Energy Transition at Offshore Energy 2019

    10 October 2019

    Is the energy transition moving fast enough? Not yet. We can gain pace and we need to. Creating the opportunity to discuss collaboration, showcasing the necessary innovations, and learning from each other is what Offshore Energy set out to do this year. Combining oil, gas, marine energy, and offshore wind at one event, Offshore Energy […]

  • USA: GBI Research Releases Offshore Wind Market Forecast

    15 May 2013

      GBI Research, a leading business intelligence provider, has released its latest research, Offshore Wind Power Market Analysis and Forecast to 2020 – China’s Capacity Investments Position It to Overtake Germany by 2018, Second Only to the UK. The report gives an in-depth analysis of the global offshore wind power market, covering three major regions: […]