Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries (ZPMC) has signed a contract with CCCC Third Harbor Engineering for the construction of China’s most advanced wind farm installation vessel. The vessel with a 1000-ton capacity will be equipped with the latest jack up system developed by ZPMC. It will feature a hydr
Minesto has signed a Letter of Intent with Green Elements, a Chilean company that will develop a commercial plan for Minesto in the South Pacific region of South America. The purpose for 2014 and 2015 is to identify possible sites for electricity production and develop commercially viable projects t
Mojo Maritime is celebrating the successful completion of 10 years in business, most of which has been focussed on the developing offshore renewable energy industry. The current Managing Director, Richard Parkinson, founded Mojo in Falmouth in late 2004 when he acquired the local vessel Portree 2. H
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the “Wind Power in Denmark, Market Outlook to 2025, Update 2014 – Capacity, Generation, Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE), Investment Trends, Regulations and Company Profiles” report to their offering. The report provides in depth analysis on global r
Iberdrola 9-month net earnings came to €1,831.4 million, down 19.5%, but Ebitda was up 1.4% at €5,211 million, reflecting solid operating performance during the quarter after a flat trend in the first six months. The results reflect solid operating performance in the businesses. The negative impact
On October 15, the New Jersey Department of the Treasury issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) on behalf of the Board of Public Utilities (BPU), calling for consultancy companies to apply for the provision of offshore wind economic analysis and assistance with evaluation of proposals. The document sta
Research and Markets has added the “Wind Power in Netherlands, Market Outlook to 2025, Update 2014 – Capacity, Generation, Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE), Investment Trends, Regulations and Company Profiles” report to their offering. The report provides in depth analysis on global renewable power m
ABB’s focus on profitable organic growth and the related strategic initiatives resulted in a strong order increase across all regions in the third quarter. Total orders rose to $11.2 billion, boosted by large orders (above $15 million) including a power transmission link in Europe, a mining automati
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the “Wind Power in Japan, Market Outlook to 2025, Update 2014 – Capacity, Generation, Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE), Investment Trends, Regulations and Company Profiles” report to their offering. The report provides in depth analysis on global ren
Research and Markets has added the “Global HVDC Converter Station Market 2014-2018” report to their offering. According to the report, the global HVDC Converter Station market will grow at a CAGR of 22.2% over the period 2013-2018. A high-voltage, direct current (HVDC) converter station is a special
In a bid to help reduce offshore wind energy costs by 40% by 2020, Tata Steel recently delivered 400 tonnes of 3D profiled and submerged arc welded (SAW) tubular steel to Bladt Industries. The Danish wind turbine foundation manufacturer will use the steel to build an innovative suction bucket founda
Governor of Virginia, Terry McAuliffe, has formally unveiled the 2014 Virginia Energy Plan. The Governor laid out his strategic vision for energy policy in Virginia in front of a mixture of members of the business and conservation communities. The Governor’s energy plan highlights his commitment to
IBERDROLA chairman, Ignacio Galán, has been invested by the British Ambassador in Spain, Simon Manley, as Commander of the Order of the British Empire. This honorary award, bestowed by HM Queen Elizabeth II on recommendation of the British Government, recognises the important role played by Galán in
For health reasons, Luc Oursel considers that he is no longer able to maintain his responsibilities as Chief Executive Officer of AREVA. He has recently notified the French Government. He will remain available in order to ensure the best possible transition. “Under these very difficult personal circ
