Vattenfall has signed a contract with French ship owner Louis Dreyfus Armateurs for up to three large Service Operation Vessels to be used at existing and planned offshore wind farms in the North Sea. The 90 meter Service Operation Vessels will be used to support offshore wind farm operations and maintenance in the North Sea … Continue reading Vattenfall signs contract for wind farm service vessels
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China’s first autonomous offshore wind power inspection platform begins operation in E.China’s Jiangsu
China’s first autonomous offshore wind power inspection platform was officially put into operation at an offshore wind farm on Saturday in Rudong, East China’s Jiangsu Province, marking a significant breakthrough in the operation and maintenance capabilities of the country’s offshore wind power equipment, CCTV reported. The platform, developed by China Longyuan Power Group, a subsidiary … Continue reading China’s first autonomous offshore wind power inspection platform begins operation in E.China’s Jiangsu
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Wind power is UK’s main source of power and gas is at its lowest level in a decade
The UK plans a huge wind power development in the coming years to triple current offshore capacity.It is the first time that UK wind turbines have overtaken gas-fired power stations as the country’s main source of electricity, although they are still a long way from ambitious targets for a clean grid by 2030. Wind power … Continue reading Wind power is UK’s main source of power and gas is at its lowest level in a decade
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China’s marine economy gains momentum, leading the world in offshore wind power
China’s marine economy has gained growing momentum, marked by growths in ocean fisheries and offshore wind power, the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) said. The marine economy’s contribution to China’s energy, water, and food security has become increasingly significant. In the energy sector, MNR data revealed that in 2024, offshore oilfield production accounted for 60 … Continue reading China’s marine economy gains momentum, leading the world in offshore wind power
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Trump accused of attacking UK wind energy policies on behalf of fossil fuel industry
Campaigners say US president-elect’s call to get rid of wind energy is based on North Sea interests of oil and gas firms. Climate campaigners have accused Donald Trump of attacking Britain’s energy policies on behalf of the fossil fuel industry, which made record donations to his presidential campaign. The US president-elect wrote in a social … Continue reading Trump accused of attacking UK wind energy policies on behalf of fossil fuel industry
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Renewable energy production grew by 11% in 2024 in the Netherlands
Driven by photovoltaic solar and wind energy, Dutch renewable power generation increased by 11% in 2024, as green energy was behind 54% of the total power production. Renewable energy production grew by 11% in 2024, according to new figures released by Energieopwek. In the past year, there were more green electricity surpluses which resulted in … Continue reading Renewable energy production grew by 11% in 2024 in the Netherlands
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Vestas secures 315 MW order for offshore wind power project in Japan
Vestas has received a 315 MW order for the Oga Katagami Akita offshore wind farm in Akita Prefecture, Japan. The project is being developed by Oga Katagami Akita Offshore Green Energy LLC., a consortium consisting of JERA Co., Inc., Electric Power Development Co., Ltd. (J-POWER), Tohoku Electric Power Co., Inc. (Tohoku EPCO) and ITOCHU Corp. … Continue reading Vestas secures 315 MW order for offshore wind power project in Japan
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BP wins Japanese offshore wind auction
Japan is advancing its national green power initiatives, with Jera Co., Marubeni Corporation, and BP emerging as winners in the latest offshore wind auction.The government has awarded projects totaling approximately 1 gigawatt of capacity. A consortium including Jera will develop a project near Aomori Prefecture, while another consortium with Marubeni and BP will focus on … Continue reading BP wins Japanese offshore wind auction
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Iberdrola completes merger with Avangrid
Iberdrola today completed its merger with US subsidiary Avangrid after acquiring the 18.4% of the shares it did not already control. Avangrid shareholders will receive $35.75 per share, and the company will be delisted from the New York Stock Exchange. The operation was completed after the green light was given by the Federal Energy Regulatory … Continue reading Iberdrola completes merger with Avangrid
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Another US offshore wind farm approved as Trump threatens offshore wind
The wind farm is owned by EDP Renewables and Engie.On Friday, US regulators approved the 11th offshore wind farm in the United States. The 2.4 GW Southcoast Wind project, to be built off the coasts of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, has been approved by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). The project plans involve … Continue reading Another US offshore wind farm approved as Trump threatens offshore wind
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Iberdrola working with Norfolk for its East Anglia Two offshore wind farm
The pre-assembly and load-out of the wind turbines for ScottishPower Renewables £4 billion East Anglia TWO offshore wind farm is set to be carried out on the project’s doorstep after the green energy company selected Peel Ports Great Yarmouth as its port of choice for the pre-assembly works. The companies have signed a reservation agreement … Continue reading Iberdrola working with Norfolk for its East Anglia Two offshore wind farm
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NATO determined to protect critical undersea energy infrastructure
Europe wants to build lots more renewables to strengthen its energy security and industrial competitiveness. The geopolitical situation poses new questions around the security of these assets. At its Annual Roundtable on Energy Security NATO confirmed its determination to protect critical energy infrastructure. The war in Ukraine has radically changed the threat landscape across Europe, … Continue reading NATO determined to protect critical undersea energy infrastructure
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RWE and TotalEnergies select Den Helder as operations and maintenance base for OranjeWind offshore wind project
RWE and TotalEnergies have selected the port of Den Helder in the Dutch province of North Holland as the home base for OranjeWind, their joint offshore wind project in the North Sea. Blue Port Centre, the former fish auction building, will serve as the onshore hub for the operation and maintenance teams of the wind … Continue reading RWE and TotalEnergies select Den Helder as operations and maintenance base for OranjeWind offshore wind project
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Why offshore wind power is critical for America
Rob Langford, Vice President of Global Offshore Renewables at the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), discusses the growth opportunities for the United States as the nation generates power from offshore wind for the first time. He explains how greater industry collaboration, the upskilling of energy workers, and the repurposing of legacy assets can lower the … Continue reading Why offshore wind power is critical for America
Continue readingBrazilian Senate passes Offshore Wind Bill which sets course for sector’s rapid growth in country
Brazil’s Federal Senate has passed the country’s offshore wind bill, passing the legislation on to the President for final approval. The bill paves the way for the offshore wind sector to establish itself in the country and deliver clean, secure, and green energy. Offshore wind also presents a huge opportunity for Brazil to play a … Continue reading Brazilian Senate passes Offshore Wind Bill which sets course for sector’s rapid growth in country
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Iberdrola gives entry to Kansai into the German offshore wind project Windanker valued at 1.28 billion euros
Iberdrola has given entry to the Japanese electric company Kansai into its Windanker offshore wind project, which is already under construction. The Japanese electric company will co-invest in the asset, reaching a 49% stake, while Iberdrola will retain control with the remaining 51%. The Windanker offshore wind farm, located in the German Baltic Sea, will … Continue reading Iberdrola gives entry to Kansai into the German offshore wind project Windanker valued at 1.28 billion euros
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Vestas secures 1.1 GW order for Inch Cape offshore wind project in Scotland
Vestas has secured a firm and unconditional order for the 1.1 GW Inch Cape offshore wind project in Scotland from Inch Cape Offshore Limited, a 50:50 joint venture between ESB and Red Rock Renewables. The agreement is for the supply, installation and commissioning of 72 V236-15.0 MW wind turbines. Upon completion, Vestas will also deliver … Continue reading Vestas secures 1.1 GW order for Inch Cape offshore wind project in Scotland
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Mingyang’s 16.6 MW floating wind turbine begins operation in China
Mingyang’s 16.6 MW floating wind turbine begins operation in China. Chinese company Mingyang Smart Energy has put into operation what is said to be the world’s largest capacity floating wind platform, with a nominal output of 16.6 MW, at the Qingzhou IV offshore wind farm in the South China Sea. The wind turbine, named OceanX, … Continue reading Mingyang’s 16.6 MW floating wind turbine begins operation in China
Continue readingRWE announces winners of global offshore wind co-use competition
Essen, 12 December 2024 RWE, one of the world leaders in offshore wind, has awarded the winners of its global “Co-use Competition”. The competition was launched with the aim of seeking innovative solutions in the fields of biodiversity enhancement and co-existence with other sea users. A panel of RWE experts evaluated a total of 77 applications from … Continue reading RWE announces winners of global offshore wind co-use competition
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Ørsted brings in Cathay Life Insurance as investor in Greater Changhua 4 Offshore Wind Farm
Ørsted has signed an agreement with Cathay Life Insurance, the leading insurance company in Taiwan, and its affiliate Cathay Wind Power Holdings Co., Ltd, under which Cathay Life Insurance will acquire a 50 % ownership share of Ørsted’s 583 MW Greater Changhua 4 Offshore Wind Farm. Ørsted will continue to own the remaining 50 % … Continue reading Ørsted brings in Cathay Life Insurance as investor in Greater Changhua 4 Offshore Wind Farm
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