Last year ten countries signed a declaration on cooperation in offshore wind in the North Seas, acknowledging the need for closer regional collaboration. On the 28 and 29 November, the North Sea Forum, which was set up to implement the declaration, met with stakeholders from the industry at WindEurope’s annual Conference & Exhibition in Amsterdam. … Continue reading Plotting the future of offshore wind power in the North Sea
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Offshore Wind Energy Market will reach at a CAGR of 22.40% from 2017 to 2025
Transparency Market Research (TMR) in a report has stated that the Asia Pacific offshore wind energy market is fragmented as in nature. While the market exhibits the presence of several regional and international players, the leading market share was held by merely three companies. According to TMR, the three leading companies accounted for 31% of … Continue reading Offshore Wind Energy Market will reach at a CAGR of 22.40% from 2017 to 2025
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Europe’s €36bn industrial success story: but for how long?
The European wind industry contributed €36bn to the EU’s GDP in 2016, supports 263,000 jobs and generated €8bn of exports outside of Europe. These are the main findings of a new report, ‘Local Impact, Global Leadership’ carried out by Deloitte for WindEurope and published today. The report also outlines what the wind industry saves Europe … Continue reading Europe’s €36bn industrial success story: but for how long?
Continue readingSiemens Gamesa will install 113 SG 8.0-167 DD turbines at three offshore wind farms
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (SGRE) has been selected today by Vattenfall to supply close to 1 GW at three offshore wind power plants being developed in Danish waters. Specifically, the company has signed today an agreement with Vattenfall for the supply 72 SG 8.0-167 DD turbines at the Danish Kriegers Flak offshore wind project –with … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa will install 113 SG 8.0-167 DD turbines at three offshore wind farms
Continue readingSiemens Gamesa launches new wind power solutions
REVE Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (SGRE) has combined the experience of two strong players, building on the merger that took place in early 2017. Thanks to this process, the company is now launching the new geared turbine SG 4.2-145, as part of the new geared turbine platform Siemens Gamesa 4.X. The model SG 4.2-145 offers … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa launches new wind power solutions
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Ingeteam wins a new contract in the United Kingdom for the maintenance of 200 MW
Ingeteam has won a new operation and maintenance contract for two wind farms in the United Kingdom. This is a key contract for Ingeteam, making it the company to hold the world record for maintained power. With contracts totaling more than 12 GW of maintained power throughout the world, Ingeteam has strengthened its position as … Continue reading Ingeteam wins a new contract in the United Kingdom for the maintenance of 200 MW
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Dudgeon offshore wind farm officially opened
Statoil and partners Masdar and Statkraft officially open the Dudgeon offshore wind farm in Great Yarmouth today (November 22nd). Since the investment decision was made in 2014, construction costs have been reduced by more than 15%, from GBP 1.5 billion to approximately GBP 1.25 billion. All 67 turbines at the 402MW Dudgeon offshore wind farm … Continue reading Dudgeon offshore wind farm officially opened
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Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy welcomes The Queen Elizabeth to Hull
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy today welcomed Her Majesty The Queen to its offshore wind turbine blade manufacturing factory at Alexandra Dock, Hull. On arrival at the site, Her Majesty drove the full 75 metre length of the turbine blade that featured as an art installation in the Queen Victoria Square, in Hull city centre, as … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy welcomes The Queen Elizabeth to Hull
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Wind energy on track to become Europe’s number one electricity source
Wind energy is set to become the leading source of electricity in the EU soon after 2030. This is according to the latest report from the International Energy Agency (IEA), ‘World Energy Outlook (WEO) 2017,’ released today. The IEA attributes this to the rapidly falling costs of renewables. They predict continued strong growth in both … Continue reading Wind energy on track to become Europe’s number one electricity source
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Iberdrola announces the complete closure of its coal-fired power capacity
In line with its strong commitment to tackling the effects of climate change, Iberdrola has decided to complete the process of phasing out all its coal-fired power generation capacity worldwide. The technology represents 1.8% of the group’s total installed capacity of 48,062 megawatts (MW) and 1.5% of its electricity production for the first nine months … Continue reading Iberdrola announces the complete closure of its coal-fired power capacity
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Offshore wind power ‘could be a bonanza’ for UK
The UK generates more electricity from offshore wind than any other country in the world with around 5% of our annual electrical energy coming from the sector. This is expected to grow to 10% by 2020. Wind power is also a fundamental part of the Government’s decarbonisation targets. Windfarm electricity capacity will rise from 5 … Continue reading Offshore wind power ‘could be a bonanza’ for UK
Continue readingRapid construction progress on Arkona offshore wind energy project in the Baltic Sea
The Arkona offshore wind project is growing significantly faster than expected. All 60 foundations have been installed in the seabed of the Baltic Sea ahead of schedule. The short installation time of about two and a half months is exceptional, as the sea bed of the Baltic Sea is considered to be particularly challenging due … Continue reading Rapid construction progress on Arkona offshore wind energy project in the Baltic Sea
Continue readingRovco wins three-year Gwynt y Môr wind farm contract
UK subsea company Rovco has been awarded a three-year contract to support one of the world’s largest offshore windfarms, Gwynt y Môr, which lies eight miles off the coast of North Wales in the UK. Rovco will be providing its ground breaking underwater ROV 3D visual survey solution, alongside traditional video, blueview sonar and cathodic … Continue reading Rovco wins three-year Gwynt y Môr wind farm contract
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Flurry of new deals a vote of confidence for Power Purchase Agreements
A flurry of corporate renewable Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) have been inked in recent weeks, providing major corporates with clean, reliable and competitively-priced power. The deals combine for a total of over 1 GW contracted in the last two weeks. Today the Norwegian aluminium company, Norsk Hydro, announced a long-term PPA with Swedish wind power … Continue reading Flurry of new deals a vote of confidence for Power Purchase Agreements
Continue readingTeesside business secures contracts in offshore wind energy
North East fabrication and engineering powerhouse – Francis Brown – is making its mark in the global offshore wind sector following a series of prestigious contract wins. Based in Stockton on Tees, the company has successfully secured contracts with major fabrication specialist BiFab to deliver Boat Landing Access Equipment and global supplier of subsea equipment … Continue reading Teesside business secures contracts in offshore wind energy
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Science Day paves the way for future research into effect of offshore wind energy structures on the North Sea
The Royal Society played host to a Science Day this week for eighty researchers, academics and industry representatives who gathered to hear the latest research findings from UK and European institutions on the influence of man-made structures on the marine environment. The studies constitute the culmination of the first phase of the INSITE Programme, the … Continue reading Science Day paves the way for future research into effect of offshore wind energy structures on the North Sea
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LM Wind Power has completed the first 73.5-metre blade for GE Haliade
LM Wind Power has completed the first 73.5-metre blade for GE Haliade 150-6MW turbines destined for the 396MW Merkur offshore wind farm in the German North Sea. The LM 73.5 P blade was manufactured at the company’s Castellón facility in Spain and has been transported 45km to Castellón port. It is the largest such unit … Continue reading LM Wind Power has completed the first 73.5-metre blade for GE Haliade
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Ørsted divests 50% of Walney Extension offshore wind farm
Ørsted (the former DONG Energy) has signed an agreement to sell 50% of Walney Extension, a 659 megawatt (MW) UK offshore wind farm project to a consortium consisting of PKA and PFA, two leading Danish pension funds. Each investor will obtain a 25% ownership interest in the project. Walney Extension, which is currently under construction, … Continue reading Ørsted divests 50% of Walney Extension offshore wind farm
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US and Denmark to work on offshore wind energy expansion
Offshore wind power is only now getting off the ground in the US, whereas in Europe the sector is well established, with Denmark as a leader. Now the two nations have agreed to expand their co-operation to help expand offshore wind capacity. The push comes despite US President Donald Trump’s reluctance regarding renewable energy – … Continue reading US and Denmark to work on offshore wind energy expansion
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Vattenfall to invest €200m in Netherlands onshore wind energy
Vattenfall has decided to invest over €200m to replace old wind mills and also expand the Wieringermeer onshore wind farm in the Netherlands. The company will replace old wind mills with latest technology to generate 180MW by 2019. The adjacent Wieringermeer, which Vattenfall has acquired, will add an additional capacity of 115MW. By 2020, the … Continue reading Vattenfall to invest €200m in Netherlands onshore wind energy
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