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International collaboration develops tool to reduce impact of choppy seas on offshore wind workers
5 June 2020
A €3.6 million European project to study the psychological and physiological wellbeing of crew being transferred to offshore wind farms in rough waters, has produced a sail/no sail decision-support tool for marine coordinators, as well as a new understanding of seasickness and how it develops.
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BSL Science Complex - Continuing Expansion
5 June 2020
In its sixteen years of operation, Benthic Solutions Limited (BSL) has continued to grow expanding its capabilities and resources, both in terms of the number of marine experts in the team and the size of the pool of equipment resources available (from standard devices to new and advanced technologies).
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GWS helps install final Trianel Borkum II turbine
4 June 2020
Global Wind Service has finished work on the last turbine at Trianel Windpark Borkum II, which is now ready for final commissioning.
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Vattenfall makes final investment decision for Hollandse Kust Zuid
4 June 2020
Vattenfall has taken final investment decision for the Hollandse Kust Zuid 1-4 offshore wind farms, proceeding without government subsidy.
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Norfolk star of Swedish energy group film inspires future generation into offshore wind
4 June 2020
Schools and colleges across Norfolk and Suffolk will soon receive an inspirational film commissioned by Swedish energy group Vattenfall to encourage young people to think about careers in renewable energy.
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Vattenfall responds to Norfolk Vanguard consent delay
4 June 2020
Vattenfall has issued a response to the Secretary of State for Business Energy and Industrial Strategy’s decision to delay the Development Consent Order decision for Vattenfall’s Norfolk Vanguard Offshore Wind Farm until 1 July 2020.
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SSE makes final investment decision for Seagreen
3 June 2020
SSE Renewables has taken a final investment decision to proceed with the Seagreen 1 offshore wind farm located in Scottish waters in the Firth of Forth. The £3bn project will be taken forward together with a new joint venture partner, oil and gas major Total.
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Germany raises offshore wind goals
3 June 2020
The German cabinet has approved the amendment to the Wind Energy At Sea Act presented by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs And Energy.
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UK Government delays Hornsea Three and Norfolk Vanguard decision
1 June 2020
The UK Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has delayed its decision on the Norfolk Vanguard and Hornsea Three offshore wind farms proposed to be built off the East coast of the UK.
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UK government schedules offshore wind evidence session
29 May 2020
The Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) will be holding an evidence session on offshore wind. It will consider the potential of offshore wind and how government policy can facilitate the UK making the best and most cost-effective use of the technology.
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EEEGR's SNS2020 leads the way for large scale events moving online
28 May 2020
The East of England Energy Group (EEEGR) is announcing that their flagship event, SNS2020 will be moving online on the 16th and 17th of September.
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Sizewell C submits planning application
28 May 2020
The application to build Sizewell C, a new nuclear power station in Suffolk, has been submitted to the Planning Inspectorate.
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Marlin star project spearheads development of innovative floating renewable energy platform
28 May 2020
A new project which aims to revolutionise local renewable energy generation, storage and use has been launched, led by Plymouth-based technology developer Frontier Technical Ltd.
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New report highlights crucial role of renewable hydrogen and massive expansion of wind power in UK’s future energy system
27 May 2020
Renewable hydrogen has a key role to play in the UK’s successful transition from fossil fuels to renewables, alongside a huge expansion of wind energy and other clean power sources, according to a new report published today by RenewableUK.
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New QHSE Manager joins Team Tidal
27 May 2020
Tidal Transit has welcomed Harriet Henderson as Quality, Health, Safety and Environment [QHSE] Manager.
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Ex-MoD RHIB’s to undergo specialist Ramco refurbishment programme
22 May 2020
Ramco, one of the nation’s largest outlets for quality used equipment, currently have a selection of Pacific 22 rigid hulled inflatable boats (RHIB’s) available direct from the Ministry of Defence (MoD).
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Rovco Purchases Seaeye Leopard Work-Class ROV
21 May 2020
Rovco, one of the offshore energy industry’s leading providers of ROV and hydrographic services, coupled with artificial intelligence-based technology, have recently purchased a Saab Seaeye Leopard. This investment adds to their growing fleet of ROVs, expanding their subsea capability and capacity much further.
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Equinor progresses plans for offshore wind farm extensions
20 May 2020
Equinor is preparing to begin its public consultations with Norfolk communities on its proposed wind farm Extension Projects, planned to be built adjacent to Equinor’s existing offshore wind farms off the North Norfolk coast.
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Siemens Gamesa unveils 14 MW giant
19 May 2020
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy has unveiled its new SG 14-222 DD offshore Direct Drive wind turbine.
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James Fisher Marine Services and its subsidiary Rotos 360 secures framework blade maintenance and repair contract with Vattenfall to help optimise wind farm performance
18 May 2020
James Fisher Marine Services (JFMS), has been awarded a framework contract to deliver wind turbine blade maintenance and repair services to leading European energy firm, Vattenfall, to help optimise wind farm performance.
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Nuclear Readiness Programme Funding Support for New Anglia Businesses
18 May 2020
Funding support is available for local businesses based in the New Anglia LEP region (Norfolk and Suffolk) to undertake training to develop the skills needed to maximise the opportunities in nuclear.
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Jobs boost for East Anglia businesses after Vattenfall contract win
14 May 2020
Two east of England businesses will create new jobs after winning contracts with Swedish energy group Vattenfall to keep more than 900 wind turbines turning safely across five countries.
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Equinor and SSE Renewables pick Tyne for Dogger Bank Base
13 May 2020
Equinor and SSE Renewables, the two companies behind the Dogger Bank offshore wind farms, have announced plans to build a new multi-million pound Operations and Maintenance Base at the Port of Tyne.
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How Ramco helped Magnox Ltd to reach a nuclear decommissioning milestone
12 May 2020
The decommissioning of nuclear power plants across the UK is a complex, protracted process and an integral step in the nation’s ongoing nuclear strategy. One of the UK’s leading nuclear decommissioning organisations, Magnox Ltd, currently manage a portfolio of twelve inactive and incredibly vast nuclear power sites; each of which possess considerable infrastructure and complex requirements. Adopting rigorous individual project management plans, Magnox Ltd oversee the huge task of thoroughly decommissioning the facilities in a cost-effective, efficient and safe manner.
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Bombora and ORE Catapult collaborate to develop co-located floating wave and wind technology
12 May 2020
Wave energy developer Bombora has joined forces with the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult’s Marine Energy Engineering Centre of Excellence (MEECE) in Wales to launch a cutting-edge floating wave technology research project.
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Tidal Transit bolsters fleet
11 May 2020
Tidal Transit has announced an increase to its fleet by 50% in order to meet contracts for Crew Transfer Vessels from offshore wind farm operators.
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JERA, Aker Solutions and FEE join WFO
11 May 2020
JERA, Aker Solutions and French wind energy industry association FEE have joined World Forum Offshore Wind.
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Texo launches modular Coronavirus screening station guide as lock down set to ease
11 May 2020
Texo Accommodation has launched a guide to setting up and installing modular Coronavirus screening station concepts for airports, heliports and ports as lock down conditions to prevent the spread of the virus are expected to ease.
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