New York approves major offshore wind project New York approves major offshore wind project 810MW Empire offshore wind project will provide enough clean, renewable electricity for 388,000 New York homes. General Windfarms Read More
Sumitomo Electric begins construction on new subsea cable factory in Scotland Cables General Sumitomo Electric begins construction on new subsea cable factory in Scotland Sumitomo Electric has commenced construction of a state-of-the-art subsea transmission cable factory in the Scottish Highlands, marking a significant boost for the UK’s green energy supply chain. Read More
Hy2gen & Ocean Connect Energy to explore offshore wind-powered hydrogen production General Windfarms Hy2gen & Ocean Connect Energy to explore offshore wind-powered hydrogen production Hy2gen USA Inc., a subsidiary of global renewable hydrogen developer Hy2gen, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with offshore wind energy developer Ocean Connect Energy Inc. (OCE). Read More
Jan De Nul Group orders new XL cable-laying vessel Cables General Vessels Jan De Nul Group orders new XL cable-laying vessel Jan De Nul Group, a leader in the renewable energy sector, has announced the order of a new XL cable-laying vessel, reinforcing its commitment to the global energy transition. Read More
Ocean Infinity appointed for survey work on Dogger Bank South Equipment General Vessels Windfarms Ocean Infinity appointed for survey work on Dogger Bank South Ocean Infinity appointed to deliver subsea geophysical survey for proposed Dogger Bank South offshore wind farm. Read More
U.S. DoE selects Principle Power & Aker Solutions to advance WindFloat® foundation manufacture Corporate Floating Foundations General Turbines Windfarms U.S. DoE selects Principle Power & Aker Solutions to advance WindFloat® foundation manufacture Principle Power and Aker Solutions (“FloatHOME” consortium) have been chosen as a winner for the second phase of the U.S. Floating Offshore Wind Readiness (FLOWIN) Prize by the DOE. Read More
Polling shows strong support for pro-renewables policies, as RenewableUK launches manifesto General Windfarms Polling shows strong support for pro-renewables policies, as RenewableUK launches manifesto New polling by Opinium, commissioned by RenewableUK, reveals high levels of support for renewables among voters who are concerned about tackling the cost of living crisis and securing the future economic prosperity of the UK. Read More
Føn Energy Services and C-Ventus combine offshore wind forces General Windfarms Føn Energy Services and C-Ventus combine offshore wind forces Føn Energy Services and Dutch offshore wind farm services company C-Ventus are joining forces to create a leading European O&M (operations & maintenance) player within offshore wind. Read More
Plans for major green energy hub in Harwich approved General Windfarms Plans for major green energy hub in Harwich approved Plans for a major new green energy hub based in Harwich have been given the go ahead. Read More
Turbines and tides, WWF explore nature-friendly offshore wind future General Windfarms Turbines and tides, WWF explore nature-friendly offshore wind future In January 2024, over 100 attendees and 30 speakers came together to explore how to secure a positive future for blue energy policies in Europe – here’s what they had to say... Read More
Marine data exchange expanded, Scottish waters now included General Windfarms Marine data exchange expanded, Scottish waters now included Following an agreement between The Crown Estate and Crown Estate Scotland, the Marine Data Exchange has been extended to cover Scottish waters. Read More
Salamander Offshore Wind Farm submits offshore consent application General Windfarms Salamander Offshore Wind Farm submits offshore consent application Salamander, a joint venture partnership between Ørsted, Simply Blue Group and Subsea7, has submitted an offshore consent application for its proposed 100 MW floating offshore wind farm. Read More
£86m investment for 'super turbines' at offshore wind research facilities Equipment General Turbines Windfarms £86m investment for 'super turbines' at offshore wind research facilities Development of the world’s most advanced wind turbine blade and drive train testing assets at ORE Catapult’s National Renewable Energy Centre in Blyth, Northumberland, set to deliver major boost to UK growth from offshore wind. Read More
Zhong Neng wind farm completes first turbine installation General Turbines Vessels Windfarms Zhong Neng wind farm completes first turbine installation China Steel Power Corporation announced that the first turbine of the Zhong Neng Offshore Wind Farm Project (Zhong Neng Wind Farm) has been successfully installed. Read More
Fingrid explored preliminary possibilities to connect offshore wind power to main grid Cables General Grid Windfarms Fingrid explored preliminary possibilities to connect offshore wind power to main grid Fingrid has preliminary identified five areas along the west coast where large offshore wind parks could be connected to the mainland Finland’s transmission grid by the 2030s. Read More
£100 million credit facility granted for Haventus' Ardersier Port energy transition facility General Ports Windfarms £100 million credit facility granted for Haventus' Ardersier Port energy transition facility UK Infrastructure Bank and Scottish National Investment Bank announce £100 million credit facility for Haventus' Ardersier Port energy transition facility. Read More
Ørsted & Edison Chouest christen first-ever American-built OW SOV Equipment General Logistics Vessels Ørsted & Edison Chouest christen first-ever American-built OW SOV 600+ Workers Across Three U.S. Gulf States Built a “Floating Home Base” for Offshore Wind Technicians Supporting Ørsted’s Northeast Wind Farms Read More
Cadeler secures vessel reservation agreements with two Equinor and Polenergia joint ventures General Logistics Vessels Windfarms Cadeler secures vessel reservation agreements with two Equinor and Polenergia joint ventures Cadeler A/S has secured vessel reservation agreements with both MFW Bałtyk II Sp. z.o.o. and MFW Bałtyk III Sp. z.o.o., each a joint venture project owned 50% by Equinor and 50% by Polenergia, marking the first contract between the parties. Read More
Cyan Renewables & Hyundai Asset Management sign MoU General Logistics Turbines Vessels Windfarms Cyan Renewables & Hyundai Asset Management sign MoU Cyan Renewables, a portfolio company of Seraya Partners, forges a strategic collaboration with Hyundai Asset Management to establish a vessel supply for South Korea's offshore wind market. Read More
Norfolk Offshore Wind Projects completes ownership transfer General Windfarms Norfolk Offshore Wind Projects completes ownership transfer Norfolk Offshore Wind Projects is delighted to announce the successful completion of the transfer of ownership between Vattenfall and RWE. Read More
Vestas turbines prepared for installation in ZhongNeng offshore wind project General Turbines Windfarms Vestas turbines prepared for installation in ZhongNeng offshore wind project In the latest development for Esgian Offshore Wind, the ZhongNeng project gears up for the installation phase as Vestas turbines undergo preparations for loadout. Read More
Offshore wind industry embraces VR training Corporate Equipment General Windfarms Offshore wind industry embraces VR training In a development for the offshore wind sector, Advanced Blade Repair Services (ABRS) has unveiled an innovative partnership with Kanda, heralding a new era of training methodologies. Read More
BSEE grants FDR approval for Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind General Windfarms BSEE grants FDR approval for Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind The US Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has granted approval for the Facility Design Report (FDR), the final approval of the foundation design of the largest offshore wind project in the U.S. Read More
Second OSS for Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind in Aalborg General Substations Windfarms Second OSS for Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind in Aalborg Work on the second offshore substation for the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project for Dominion Energy has been started at our production site in Aalborg, Denmark. Read More
RWE and Port of Karlshamn team up to explore Baltic Sea offshore wind hubs General Ports Turbines Windfarms RWE and Port of Karlshamn team up to explore Baltic Sea offshore wind hubs Global offshore player RWE and the Swedish Port of Karlshamn have signed a Memorandum of Understanding. Read More
Victorian parliament passes bill to support offshore wind energy industry General Windfarms Victorian parliament passes bill to support offshore wind energy industry The Victorian Parliament has recently approved a new bill aimed at bolstering the development of offshore wind energy projects in the region. Read More
Chubu Electric Power completes acquisition of shares in Netherlands offshore wind project General Windfarms Chubu Electric Power completes acquisition of shares in Netherlands offshore wind project Chubu Electric Power Co., Inc. has decided to participate in Hollandse Kust West Site VI offshore wind power project located approximately 53 km off the north west coast of the Netherlands. Read More
Ørsted appoints ABL to provide marine warranty survey General Turbines Vessels Windfarms Ørsted appoints ABL to provide marine warranty survey Ørsted has appointed ABL to provide marine warranty survey services for the offshore transportation and installation for Ørsted’s 920 MW Greater Changhua 2b and 4 offshore wind farms in Taiwan. Read More
First wind turbine installed at Baltic Eagle offshore wind farm General Turbines Windfarms First wind turbine installed at Baltic Eagle offshore wind farm The turbine is the first of 50 to be installed at 476 MW Baltic Eagle wind farm. Read More
Withdrawal of first sea cable at TenneT's Hollandse Kust (west Beta) starts Cables General Windfarms Withdrawal of first sea cable at TenneT's Hollandse Kust (west Beta) starts If the weather conditions are right at sea, the first sea cable for the Hollandse Kust (west Beta) offshore wind farm will be retracted under the dunes near Velsen early next week (Monday, May 13 / Tuesday, May 14). Read More
Cadeler's Wind Osprey installs first turbine at Ørsted's Gode Wind 3 Foundations General Turbines Vessels Windfarms Cadeler's Wind Osprey installs first turbine at Ørsted's Gode Wind 3 Cadeler's Wind Osprey has achieved a significant milestone by successfully installing the first Siemens Gamesa 11 MW offshore wind turbine at Ørsted's Gode Wind 3 project. Read More
Siemens Energy reports strong second quarter results and raises outlook for fiscal year 2024 Cables General Grid Windfarms Siemens Energy reports strong second quarter results and raises outlook for fiscal year 2024 Siemens Energy has announced its earnings release for the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, show-casing robust performance amidst a positive market environment. Read More
Ørsted Taiwan connects Greater Changhua 1 and 2a to the grid Cables General Turbines Windfarms Ørsted Taiwan connects Greater Changhua 1 and 2a to the grid In a monumental achievement for both Ørsted and Taiwan, all 111 turbines of the Greater Changhua 1 and 2a offshore wind farms have been successfully installed and connected to the Taiwanese grid. Read More
Motive strikes six-figure deal with Briggs Marine, optimising future offshore operations General Logistics Vessels Windfarms Motive strikes six-figure deal with Briggs Marine, optimising future offshore operations Motive Offshore Group (Motive) has secured a six figure contract with Briggs Marine to design and manufacture a 300Te spooler package. Read More
RWE, Hitachi Energy & Aibel sign Framework Agreements for HVDC systems Cables General Interconnectors Windfarms RWE, Hitachi Energy & Aibel sign Framework Agreements for HVDC systems RWE signs Framework Agreements for HVDC systems with Hitachi Energy and Aibel to secure capacity for future offshore wind farms. Read More
European Energy A/S triumphs in case against Danish Energy Agency General Windfarms European Energy A/S triumphs in case against Danish Energy Agency In a recent development, European Energy A/S has emerged victorious in a legal battle against the Danish Energy Agency. Read More
Rovco to recruit 100+ new roles in Scotland by 2025 General Logistics Vessels Windfarms Rovco to recruit 100+ new roles in Scotland by 2025 Rovco, a leading provider of tech-powered offshore wind solutions, will recruit over 100 new roles across its Aberdeen and Edinburgh offices by the end of 2025. Read More
Finnish government rejects 16 offshore wind power exploitation applications General Windfarms Finnish government rejects 16 offshore wind power exploitation applications The Finnish Government delivered a blow to 16 applications seeking exploitation rights for offshore wind power projects in the exclusive economic zone. Read More
BOEM completes Beacon Wind's environmental review General Vessels Windfarms BOEM completes Beacon Wind's environmental review The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) announced it has completed its environmental review of Beacon Wind’s proposal to test suction bucket foundations on its lease area offshore Massachusetts. Read More
Wind Europe calls for accelerated growth to achieve ambitious targets General Turbines Windfarms Wind Europe calls for accelerated growth to achieve ambitious targets Europe, renowned for its commitment to renewable energy, is aiming to substantially increase its reliance on wind power in the coming years, with the European Union setting ambitious targets for the industry. Read More
TGS launches multi-client wind & metocean measurement campaign offshore Germany Corporate Equipment Floating General Logistics Turbines Vessels Windfarms TGS launches multi-client wind & metocean measurement campaign offshore Germany TGS, a global provider of energy data and intelligence, has today announced the commencement of its latest multi-client wind measurement campaign using two LiDAR buoys offshore Germany in the North Sea. Read More
Irish government publishes first draft Designated Maritime Area Plan General Windfarms Irish government publishes first draft Designated Maritime Area Plan The Irish Government has opened public consultation on the draft South Coast Designated Maritime Area Plan (SC-DMAP). The area has four potential areas for offshore renewable energy development. Read More
Maintenance operations scheduled for North Hoyle & Rhyl Flats General Vessels Windfarms Maintenance operations scheduled for North Hoyle & Rhyl Flats Mariners navigating the waters off the North Wales coast are advised of upcoming maintenance operations within the North Hoyle and Rhyl Flats offshore wind farms slated for May 2024. Read More
NJBPU initiates fourth solicitation for significant offshore wind expansion General Windfarms NJBPU initiates fourth solicitation for significant offshore wind expansion New Jersey takes another step towards enhancing its renewable energy portfolio as Governor Phil Murphy and NJBPU President Christine Guhl-Sadovy announce the commencement of the fourth offshore wind solicitation. Read More
National Grid launches 'Great Grid Partnership' with seven industry partners Cables General Windfarms National Grid launches 'Great Grid Partnership' with seven industry partners In a significant move to bolster the UK's supply chain, National Grid has unveiled the Great Grid Partnership, marking a milestone in the nation's energy transition efforts Read More
Brookfield & Microsoft collaborate on 10.5 GW renewables agreement General Windfarms Brookfield & Microsoft collaborate on 10.5 GW renewables agreement Brookfield Asset Management, together with Brookfield Renewable and Microsoft, announce the signing of a global renewable energy framework agreement. Read More
World's first Electric Crew Transfer Vessel to be Built in UK with Volvo Penta IPS General Logistics Vessels Windfarms World's first Electric Crew Transfer Vessel to be Built in UK with Volvo Penta IPS In a significant leap towards sustainability in the maritime industry, the UK is set to witness the creation of the world's first retrofitted Electric Crew Transfer Vessel (E-CTV), replacing traditional diesel engines with a zero-emissions solution from Volvo Penta. Read More
Chouest Group expands subsea capabilities with acquisition of ROVOP General Vessels Windfarms Chouest Group expands subsea capabilities with acquisition of ROVOP The Chouest Group has announced the acquisition of ROVOP, a prominent player in the remotely operated vehicle (ROV) industry. Read More
Exciting arrival marks milestone for RWE's Sofia offshore wind farm General Vessels Windfarms Exciting arrival marks milestone for RWE's Sofia offshore wind farm The Port of Tyne welcomed the arrival of the vessel Aeolus, heralding a significant step forward for the RWE Sofia Offshore Wind Farm project. Read More
Dominion Energy's coastal virginia offshore wind project proceeds uninterrupted General Vessels Windfarms Dominion Energy's coastal virginia offshore wind project proceeds uninterrupted Dominion Energy, Inc. has refuted recent claims suggesting a delay in the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project. Read More
Minister Donohoe unveils updated project Ireland 2040 progress tracker General Windfarms Minister Donohoe unveils updated project Ireland 2040 progress tracker Today, Minister Paschal Donohoe, overseeing Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery, and Reform, revealed the latest advancements in Ireland's ambitious Project Ireland 2040 initiative. Read More
SEAONICS chosen to equip Windward Offshore with ECMC Cranes General Vessels Windfarms SEAONICS chosen to equip Windward Offshore with ECMC Cranes SEAONICS is chosen to deliver ECMC Cranes to the German shipowner Windward Offshore. Read More
L&G NTR Clean Power Fund purchases minority stake in East Anglia One General Windfarms L&G NTR Clean Power Fund purchases minority stake in East Anglia One The L&G NTR Clean Power (Europe) Fund (the “Fund”) has successfully completed the acquisition of a minority stake in the East Anglia ONE offshore wind farm. Read More
Masdar & Bapco Energies to develop up to 2GW of wind projects in the Kingdom of Bahrain General Turbines Windfarms Masdar & Bapco Energies to develop up to 2GW of wind projects in the Kingdom of Bahrain Masdar has signed an agreement with Bapco Energies to jointly explore the development and investment in wind projects in the Kingdom of Bahrain with a capacity of up to 2 GW. Read More
UK offshore wind industry enters new phase of sustainable growth General Windfarms UK offshore wind industry enters new phase of sustainable growth In a recent report by The Crown Estate, the UK offshore wind industry is poised for accelerated, sustainable growth, buoyed by new strategies and commitments introduced in 2023. Read More
Feasibility licences awarded for offshore wind projects in Gippsland, Victoria General Windfarms Feasibility licences awarded for offshore wind projects in Gippsland, Victoria The first feasibility licences have been awarded for the offshore wind projects off the coast of Gippsland in Victoria, Australia. Read More
Biden Harris Administration proposes Oregon & Gulf of Maine offshore wind auctions General Windfarms Biden Harris Administration proposes Oregon & Gulf of Maine offshore wind auctions The Biden-Harris administration continues its push for a cleaner energy future with new proposals for offshore wind energy auctions, announced today by the Department of the Interior. Read More
Balmoral Comtec marks renewables milestone with Hornsea 3 contract award Cables General Windfarms Balmoral Comtec marks renewables milestone with Hornsea 3 contract award Balmoral Comtec has been awarded a multi-million-pound contract for the supply of cable protection systems (CPS) by Ørsted for its Hornsea 3 project. Read More
RTS Wind secures framework agreement for offshore wind farm blade services to Ørsted General Ports Turbines Windfarms RTS Wind secures framework agreement for offshore wind farm blade services to Ørsted Specialist wind turbine services provider, RTS Wind, has secured two extensive framework agreements for the provision of expert blade services for leading renewable energy company Ørsted. Read More
'World's first' zero-emission eCSOV contract signed by Bibby Marine General Vessels Windfarms 'World's first' zero-emission eCSOV contract signed by Bibby Marine Bibby Marine has sealed a monumental deal with Gondan shipbuilders to construct the globe's inaugural truly zero-emission electric Commissioning Service Operation Vessel (eCSOV). Read More
Petrobras signs memorandum of intent for offshore wind project in RN General Windfarms Petrobras signs memorandum of intent for offshore wind project in RN Company conducts the largest mapping campaign in Brazil. Read More
James Fisher lands £1M+ contract for Zhong Neng offshore wind farm General Windfarms James Fisher lands £1M+ contract for Zhong Neng offshore wind farm James Fisher and Sons plc (James Fisher) has been awarded a contract worth over £1 million for the provision of high voltage (HV) specialist personnel and HV safety management services at the Zhong Neng offshore wind farm in Taiwan. Read More
Skanska to upgrade South Brooklyn marine terminal for $612M General Ports Windfarms Skanska to upgrade South Brooklyn marine terminal for $612M Skanska, a leading construction company, has finalised an agreement with SBMT Asset, LLC to upgrade the South Brooklyn Marine Terminal in New York City, USA. Read More
Allseas T&I contract for Gennaker offshore wind farm General Substations Vessels Windfarms Allseas T&I contract for Gennaker offshore wind farm Allseas has been contracted for the transport and installation of two major substations for the Gennaker offshore wind farm in the German Baltic Sea. Read More
Ensinger partners with RWE to power German plants with offshore wind energy General Turbines Windfarms Ensinger partners with RWE to power German plants with offshore wind energy In a significant stride toward its climate goals, Ensinger announces a landmark partnership that will see nearly half of its German plants' electricity needs met by renewable wind energy sourced from the North Sea. Read More
First transition piece load out for Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind completed General Turbines Vessels Windfarms First transition piece load out for Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind completed In a significant milestone for renewable energy endeavors, the first transition piece load-out for Dominion Energy's Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project has been successfully completed. Read More
Resolution reached in Esbjerg port industrial dispute General Turbines Vessels Windfarms Resolution reached in Esbjerg port industrial dispute An impasse that had halted the departure of the installation ship, Seaway Ventus, from Esbjerg port has been resolved, announced a spokesperson for Seaway7. Read More
NOW collaborates with Wazoku to tackle offshore wind turbine emergencies General Turbines Windfarms NOW collaborates with Wazoku to tackle offshore wind turbine emergencies Norwegian Offshore Wind (NOW) has joined forces with innovation scale-up Wazoku to launch a new crowd sourcing campaign aimed at finding innovative solutions to manage emergencies on full-scale floating offshore wind turbines. Read More
Africa Finance Corporation invests $14.1m in developing Xlinks’ Morocco-UK Power Project Cables General Africa Finance Corporation invests $14.1m in developing Xlinks’ Morocco-UK Power Project AFC is Xlinks’ first African investor in project set to deliver 8% of Britain’s electricity needs. Read More
Inauguration of Japan's largest offshore wind farm: Ishikari project General Turbines Windfarms Inauguration of Japan's largest offshore wind farm: Ishikari project In a significant stride towards renewable energy, the inauguration of the Ishikari offshore wind project marks a milestone for Japan. Read More
Euroports signs Van Oord & Smulders MOU for Latvian offshore wind port development General Ports Windfarms Euroports signs Van Oord & Smulders MOU for Latvian offshore wind port development Euroports proudly announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with consortium partners Van Oord and Smulders to explore the establishment of a groundbreaking offshore wind port in Liepaja, Latvia. Read More
French Government wraps up five month public debate on the future of the sea General Turbines Windfarms French Government wraps up five month public debate on the future of the sea The French government concluded its extensive public consultation on 'the future of the sea and our coastlines' on April 26, 2024, after a comprehensive deliberation spanning from November 23, 2023. Read More
DBS offshore wind farms take seabed site investigations to the next level Equipment General Vessels Windfarms DBS offshore wind farms take seabed site investigations to the next level RWE and Masdar are taking the development of the Dogger Bank South (DBS) offshore wind projects to the next level. Read More
Asso.subsea completes cable installation for offshore wind pilot project Cables Floating Foundations General Vessels Windfarms Asso.subsea completes cable installation for offshore wind pilot project Asso.subsea has partnered with Prysmian Powerlink and successfully completed the cable installation, burial, and protection operations for the a floating offshore wind project. Read More
UK launches first offshore wind recruitment programme in East Anglia General Windfarms UK launches first offshore wind recruitment programme in East Anglia In a bid to raise awareness of career opportunities and address workforce challenges in the UK's offshore wind sector, a pioneering pilot program has been launched in East Anglia and Lincolnshire. Read More
BW Ideol unveils floater with 'disruptive market' approach Floating General Turbines Windfarms BW Ideol unveils floater with 'disruptive market' approach During the FOWT event in Marseille, BW Ideol, one of the global leaders in the sector, unveiled its brand-new market approach combining standardization and mass production to a selected panel of utilities and partners. Read More
Governor Mills champions Maine's offshore wind initiatives at IPF 2024 General Turbines Windfarms Governor Mills champions Maine's offshore wind initiatives at IPF 2024 Maine Governor Janet Mills showcased the state's commitment to responsible offshore wind development during a keynote address at the Oceantic Network’s International Partnering Forum (IPF) in New Orleans, Louisiana. Read More
Dock workers block installation ship bound for Ørsted parks General Vessels Windfarms Dock workers block installation ship bound for Ørsted parks A source has reported that an installation ship slated for use on Ørsted's Gode Wind 3 and Borkum Riffgrund 1 parks is currently grounded in Esbjerg port. Read More
Ørsted inaugurates Asia-Pacific's largest offshore wind farms in Taiwan General Windfarms Ørsted inaugurates Asia-Pacific's largest offshore wind farms in Taiwan The 900 MW Greater Changhua 1 and 2a are Asia-Pacific’s largest offshore wind project in operation. Read More
Belgium's groundbreaking Energy Island taking shape offshore Cables General Logistics Turbines Windfarms Belgium's groundbreaking Energy Island taking shape offshore In a significant milestone towards Belgium's ambitious renewable energy goals, the first of 23 massive concrete caissons, constructed by a consortium of DEME and Jan De Nul, is nearing completion. Read More
BOEM's bonanza: Up to 12 US offshore wind leases in the next five years General Turbines Windfarms BOEM's bonanza: Up to 12 US offshore wind leases in the next five years The US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) will hold up to 12 offshore wind lease sales by the end of 2028. Read More
Five offshore wind developers sign mutual cooperation agreement with fishing communities General Windfarms Five offshore wind developers sign mutual cooperation agreement with fishing communities Five developers involved in the Ulsan floating offshore wind project site, along with the Ulsan floating offshore wind power fishermen’s countermeasures committee, and Ulsan Suhyup, have signed a cooperation agreement. Read More
Octopus Energy backs tech disruptor to turbocharge floating offshore wind farms globally General Windfarms Octopus Energy backs tech disruptor to turbocharge floating offshore wind farms globally Floating offshore wind farms across the world are to get cheaper and faster to build following an investment by Octopus Energy’s generation arm into Ocergy. Read More
Secretary Haaland unveils ambitious five-year offshore wind leasing plan Corporate General Turbines Windfarms Secretary Haaland unveils ambitious five-year offshore wind leasing plan Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announces a comprehensive five-year offshore wind leasing schedule, aiming to bolster renewable energy development across various regions of the United States. The plan outlines up to 12 potential lease sales, marking a significant stride towards clean energy goals and economic growth. Read More
First Hai Long substation sets sail from Vung Tau to Taiwan Strait Equipment General Logistics Substations Vessels Windfarms First Hai Long substation sets sail from Vung Tau to Taiwan Strait Read about the historic moment as Vietnam's impressive substation, the HL2 of the Hai Long giants, embarks on its journey to the Taiwan Strait, marking a significant milestone in offshore wind energy. Read More
C-BED installs permanent gangway and signs new project contract General Vessels C-BED installs permanent gangway and signs new project contract CBED has signed a contract with Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy for their new SOV, Wind Creation’s, first project as part of the CBED fleet. Read More
Governor Hochul announces support of New York’s 10 point action plan General Windfarms Governor Hochul announces support of New York’s 10 point action plan Governor Kathy Hochul announced definitive steps in support of the State’s '10-Point Action Plan' to expand and support the growing large-scale renewable energy industry in New York. Read More
First wind turbine installed at Moray West General Turbines Windfarms First wind turbine installed at Moray West In a significant stride towards renewable energy, the Moray West offshore wind farm has achieved a major milestone with the successful installation of its first wind turbine. Read More
Five Estuaries Offshore Wind Farm application accepted for examination by The Planning Inspectorate General Windfarms Five Estuaries Offshore Wind Farm application accepted for examination by The Planning Inspectorate On 22 April the Planning Inspectorate formally accepted the application for the Five Estuaries Offshore Wind Farm project for examination. Read More
Fugro relocates Amberjack self-elevating platform to Japan General Vessels Windfarms Fugro relocates Amberjack self-elevating platform to Japan Fugro relocates Amberjack self-elevating platform to Japan to support country’s growing offshore wind market. Read More
Alinta Energy & JERA Nex team up to develop offshore wind farm General Turbines Windfarms Alinta Energy & JERA Nex team up to develop offshore wind farm Alinta Energy and JERA Nex join forces to develop an offshore wind farm in South West Victoria. Read More
National Grid shares Norfolk net zero project proposals Cables General Windfarms National Grid shares Norfolk net zero project proposals National Grid shares proposals for green electricity projects in Lincolnshire and West Norfolk, needed to boost home-grown energy supplies and progress towards net zero. Read More
Hellenic Cables awarded tax credit allocation for U.S. cables manufacturing facility Cables General Hellenic Cables awarded tax credit allocation for U.S. cables manufacturing facility Hellenic Cables Americas is awarded IRA 48C tax credit allocation for its intended cables manufacturing facility in Maryland USA. Read More
Source Galileo and Rosslare Europort sign agreement to develop offshore wind projects General Turbines Windfarms Source Galileo and Rosslare Europort sign agreement to develop offshore wind projects Source Galileo and Iarnród Éireann have signed a MoU to work together with the aim of achieving the common goal of developing Rosslare Europort as a key facilitator in the delivery of large-scale offshore wind farm projects in Irish coastal waters. Read More
Mingyang Group explores investment in Brazil's renewable energy sector General Turbines Windfarms Mingyang Group explores investment in Brazil's renewable energy sector Mingyang Group's Co-Chairman, Shen Zhongmin, held discussions with Brazil's Vice President, Geraldo Alckmin to explore investment opportunities within Brazil's renewable energy sector. Read More
Framework Agreement signed with Ørsted in the US General Windfarms Framework Agreement signed with Ørsted in the US OEG Renewables enters US Offshore Wind market with multi-year framework agreement with Ørsted in the US. Read More
NYSERDA concludes New York's third offshore wind solicitation without final awards General Turbines Windfarms NYSERDA concludes New York's third offshore wind solicitation without final awards The NYSERDA has wrapped up its third offshore wind solicitation, marking both achievements and challenges in the state's ambitious green energy agenda. Read More
Exploring low carbon concrete solutions for Scottish offshore wind farms General Windfarms Exploring low carbon concrete solutions for Scottish offshore wind farms Global BW Ideol and Holcim have signed a MoU for a feasibility study on supplying beneficial low-carbon concrete for the floating offshore wind industry, with particular reference to Scotland. Read More
Denmark launches it's largest offshore wind procurement procedure General Windfarms Denmark launches it's largest offshore wind procurement procedure The procurement procedure being announced by the Danish Energy Agency could entail a huge increase in Danish offshore wind capacity. Read More