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  • Ten Most Read News on offshoreWIND.biz in 2024

    1 January 2025
    Business development, Equipment, Fixed-Bottom, Floating Wind, Operations & Maintenance, Project Updates, Supply Chain, Technology, Vessels, Wind Farm Update, Wind Turbines

    New wind turbine models, vessels and equipment, and project updates were the most read topics on offshoreWIND.biz in 2024. In this overview, we are bringing the ten most popular news in 2024. In January 2024, Siemens Gamesa received a EUR 30 million grant from the EU for a project called Highly Innovative Prototype of the […]

  • Siemens Develops System to Fight Fires in Wind Turbines

    17 February 2014
    Technology

    Siemens has developed an automatic fire detection and extinguishing system for offshore wind turbines. The first of these systems was recently installed at the Riffgat offshore wind farm in the North Sea. A fire in a wind turbine can quickly turn dangerous for people and the environment, particularly if the nacelle or rotors catch fire, […]

  • European Commission Releases Renewable Energy Progress Report

    28 March 2013

    The European Commission has released a Renewable energy progress report yesterday. The purpose of this progress report is to assess Member States’ progress in the promotion and use of renewable energy towards the 2020 targets. In addition, it contains sections on the sustainability scheme for biofuels and bioliquids consumed in the EU and on the […]

  • SGS to Participate at the Annual Conference and Exhibition “RenewableUK 2010” in Glasgow

    28 September 2010

    From November 2nd through to the 4th, SGS will be attending the Annual Conference and Exhibition “RenewableUK 2010” at the Scottish Exhibition Conference Centre in Glasgow. At stand no. 270A SGS experts will be promoting SGS’s extensive Renewable Energy Services for all phases of the wind farm project life cycle, including Technical Due Diligence, Risk […]

  • Offshore Wind Developers Take a Pass on UK’s Fifth CfD Round as Maximum Bid Price Was Too Low

    8 September 2023
    Authorities, Business & Finance

    The UK government has awarded 3.7 GW of renewable energy projects with Contracts for Difference (CfDs) in its fifth allocation round. Among the 95 new projects that secured CfDs are onshore wind, solar and tidal energy developments – and not a single megawatt of offshore wind. According to the government, the global rise in inflation […]

  • Dutch offshore wind experience shows Japan way forward

    13 March 2017

    By Kjeld Duits The remarkable success of offshore wind development in the Netherlands has caught the attention of the Japan Wind Power Association (JWPA). The Japanese organization believes the small European country is a much better model for Japan than the far larger markets of Germany and the UK. “Japan has learned a lot from […]

  • UK: South Boats Delivers First 19m WFSV to Turbine Transfers

    2 May 2012

    South Boats Special Projects Ltd. announce the launch and commissioning of its 57th offshore wind farm crew transfer vessel, ‘Caernarfon Bay’. The vessel is the first of the South Catamaran 19m WFSV designs to be delivered and features a host of developments. Built for Turbine Transfers Ltd. the vessel has passaged to a contract in […]

  • Germany: GL Can Successfully Address Complexities Posed by WTIS’

    4 September 2012

    In Europe, many offshore projects are planned for deeper waters further from the shore, which requires sailing speeds of up to 13 knots and jacking capabilities for water depths of up to 60 m. Most of the specialised vessels now in operation are classed by GL. GL has accumulated an unrivaled pool of knowledge as […]

  • Romax Sets Its Sights on Huge Job Growth in Nottingham, UK

    25 October 2012
    Business & Finance

    Seven years ago Dr Peter Poon made a judgement that renewable energy generation was set to be a big issue for business and society in general. So, he got his company Romax Technology to initiate two new and related areas of R&D (research and development). One concerned the drive-train efficiency of vehicles; the other was […]

  • Importance of a Robust Commissioning Strategy for Offshore Wind Farms

    29 April 2024
    Business development, Grid Connection, Outlook & Strategy, R&D, Wind Turbines

    Commissioning is a critical phase in the development of offshore wind farms, marking the transition from construction to operation. A well-defined commissioning strategy is essential to ensure the seamless integration of various components, validate their functionality, and ultimately optimize the performance and reliability of the entire offshore wind farm. Boslan, an engineering and consultancy company […]

  • Vestas Presents Latest Innovations at World Future Energy Summit (UAE)

    18 January 2012

    On January 16-19, the annual World Future Energy Summit (WFES) will gather in Abu Dhabi for the fifth time key political, business, academic and industry players from different parts of the world committed to satisfy our growing need for sustainable energy. As this year’s summit program is focusing on Powering Sustainable Innovation, the global wind […]

  • EPA to Limit CO2 Pollution, U.S. Wind Energy Already Helps States to Comply

    28 May 2014
    Authorities, Environment

    The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is expected to release its first-ever proposed rule limiting carbon dioxide pollution from existing power plants on June 2. The good news is wind energy is already helping nearly every state make progress toward whatever reductions the EPA will require and is an affordable and reliable compliance option for […]

  • Wärtsilä: A Comprehensive Solutions Provider for the Offshore and Offshore Wind Industry

    27 November 2024
    Business development, Contribution, Equipment, Industry, Research & Development, Storage, Technology, Vessels

    The offshore energy industry has seen rapid growth and technological advancements in recent years, especially with the rise of offshore wind as a cornerstone of the renewable energy transition. Wärtsilä, a global leader in smart technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets, has firmly positioned itself as a key provider of integrated […]

  • GMS: “Do You Really Know How OEMs Are Running Your Wind Farm?”

    16 September 2014
    Business & Finance, Operations & Maintenance, R&D

    Do you really know how OEMs are running your wind farm? The fast-approaching expiry dates of many five-year equipment service warranties could spell uncertainties, opportunities and strategic decision-making for many offshore asset operators. Fortunately, there are attractive alternatives.  Article by Green Marine Solutions Time flies  The shape of O&M services could soon change quite radically […]

  • UK: EOWDC Attracts Major Interest from Global Turbine Suppliers

    7 August 2012
    Business & Finance, Wind Farm Update

    Significant global interest from wind turbine manufacturers to deploy at a cutting edge offshore wind demonstration centre, off Aberdeen, was confirmed today with the scheme’s backers announcing that they had signed working agreements with six potential suppliers. As a result of these Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), the partners behind the more than £230 million, 11-turbine […]

  • Insurers to Play Important Role in Sustaining Growth of Renewables Sector in UK, Ireland

    18 April 2013

    Green energy is set for big growth across the United Kingdom and Ireland, prompting Lloyd’s to hold its All Island Renewable Energy Conference today at the iconic Titanic Belfast complex in Northern Ireland. Speakers representing stakeholders from across the sector will explore the important finance, investment and risk management issues confronting the renewable energy business. […]

  • France: Navalu Gets Order from Enviroserve to Build Two Wind Farm Catamarans

    24 February 2012
    R&D

    UK wind farm service provider Enviroserve Ltd announces that it has ordered two 24 metre wind farm catamarans, from French work boat builder Navalu. The first boat will be named Sea Fox in keeping with the theme on Enviroserve’s other vessels. The first vessel is to be launched in January 2013. Working in close collaboration […]

  • Siemens Plays Vital Role in Monitoring World’s Largest Offshore Wind Farm (UK)

    20 April 2011
    Operations & Maintenance

    Greater Gabbard Offshore Wind Farm is under construction on sandbanks approximately 25 km off the coast of Suffolk in the UK and is due for completion in 2012. It has a capacity of 500 megawatts (MW) making it the world’s largest offshore wind farm once it becomes operational and Siemens Energy is supplying the 140 […]

  • Germany: Siemens Develops Wind Power Plant Service Portal

    20 September 2012
    Technology

    Siemens has developed a wind power plant service portal based on Simatic WinCC Open Architecture for the operation management of wind power plants and wind farms. Visitors to the HUSUM WindEnergy from September 18 – 22, 2012 will have the chance to find out more about the new Siemens offering at booth F19 in Hall […]

  • UK: Offshore Wind Services Accepts ‘Offshore West Hinder’ from South Boats

    23 May 2012

    South Boats Special Projects Ltd. announced the acceptance of its 61st offshore wind farm crew transfer vessel, ‘Offshore West Hinder’ by Offshore Wind Services BV at Seawork 2012, where the vessel is currently on display. Her sister ship ‘Offshore Wandelaar’ has passaged to a contract in Denmark following successful trials and acceptance. Offshore Wind Services […]

  • UK: South Boats Delivers First WFSV to Offshore Wind Services BV

    16 May 2012

    South Boats Special Projects Ltd. announce the launch and commissioning of its 60th offshore wind farm crew transfer vessel, ‘Offshore Wandelaar’. The vessel is the first of two South Catamaran 19m WFSV designs to be delivered to Offshore Wind Services BV, ahead of its sister ship ‘Offshore West Hinder’ which can be seen at Seawork […]

  • SGS Takes Part in China Wind Power 2011 (China)

    13 September 2011

      On October 19-21, 2011, SGS will be attending China Wind Power 2011 in Beijing, China. Throughout the event, SGS will showcase a wide portfolio of Renewable Energy services, including Wind Turbine Blade Testing, Manufacturing Inspection, In-Service Inspection, and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) at stand EB27. SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company, […]

  • Siemens Gamesa Sinks Further Into Red, Takes Action to Stabilize Business

    2 August 2022
    Business & Finance

    Wind turbine manufacturer Siemens Gamesa has reported a loss of EUR 343 million pre PPA and before integration and restructuring costs recorded in the third quarter of the Fiscal Year 2022. The company reported revenue of EUR 2.436 billion in the three months up to 30 June, a ten per cent decrease year-on-year. The reported […]

  • ZPMC Found Responsible for Greater Gabbard Monopile Cracks

    28 October 2016
    Authorities, Business & Finance, Operations & Maintenance, Technology, Wind Farm Update

    The Technology and Construction Court in London has ruled that cracking discovered on some of the 140 monopiles built by Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Ltd (ZPMC) for the Greater Gabbard offshore wind farm ”was largely a result of various failures by ZPMC to maintain correct preheat temperature of the welds to the monopiles.”  The Facts Fluor […]

  • 5.3 GW of UK Offshore Wind Projects Secure Contracts for Difference

    3 September 2024
    Authorities, Planning & Permitting

    Offshore wind developers have been awarded contracts for approximately 5.3 GW of capacity in the UK’s latest Contract for Difference (CfD) Allocation Round 6 (AR6). Ørsted received the largest CfD for offshore wind, securing 2.4 GW for the Hornsea 4 offshore wind project. The offshore wind farms awarded CfDs are the 288 MW Inch Cape […]

  • UK: South Boats Delivers Two 19m WFSVs to Seacat Services

    15 August 2012

    Seacat Services Ltd. is a new company founded by Ian and Nia Baylis who have extensive offshore and class experience.The company has significant investment and support from a Dutch private investor with extensive offshore experience and are now building a fleet of vessels to meet the requirements and demands of the rapidly growing offshore wind […]