Subsea Infrastructure Power Looks at Renewables
inspection work. This is a biomimetic AUV initially devised by researchers at the University of York, Department of Electrical Engineering, and the University of Strathclyde, Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering, with grant support from the EPSRC Supergen Offshore Renewable Energy Hub. Verlume is advising on the underwater power system for charging, as well as an integrated intelligent battery management system.“(Seabed residency) is getting closer to becoming accepted by operators,” says Slorach, particularly with the example being set by Equinor. But oil and gas
Robotic Fish Being Developed for Offshore Inspection in Hard-to-reach Spots
around underwater structures. RoboFish was initially devised by researchers at the University of York, Department of Electrical Engineering and the University of Strathclyde, Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering with grant support from the EPSRC Supergen Offshore Renewable Energy Hub," Verlume said.Credit: Verlume"With the limited accessibility, maneuverability and environmental impact of remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and some larger AUVs, inspection of structures in the underwater environment is complex, expensive, and reliant on human input. As the number of
Plymouth University, Kongsberg Digital Partner to 'Revolutionize' Floating Offshore Wind Ops
involved," Kongsberg said.In addition to the research aspect, the simulator will also be used to develop training for current and future industry professionals.'Game changer'Professor Deborah Greaves OBE, Professor of Ocean Engineering and Director of the Supergen Offshore Renewable Energy Hub, said: “This simulator could be a game-changer in the future deployment of floating offshore wind technology. As the sector expands, we need to develop innovative and effective ways of installing the technology in new and challenging environments. I believe our partnership with Kongsberg
Norway and Germany Open NordLink Power Cable
hydropower-based and its large reservoirs mean it can control its renewable energy generation and also help plug shortfalls in Germany's intermittent supply from wind and solar plants.The cable will help turn Norway, which is also Western Europe's largest oil and gas exporter, into a green energy hub for the region, the new head of state-owned transmission system operator (TSO) Statnett told Reuters."NordLink is not just a bilateral German-Norwegian project but we are also setting a milestone for a modern energy supply in all of Europe," German Chancellor Angela Merkel said.Norway
Fugro, MMT Tapped for Seabed Mapping Work at Danish Wind Energy Hub in North Sea
Fugro and Sweden's MMT have won contracts with the Danish grid operator Energinet, to carry out seabed surveys for the Danish Energy Island project in the North Sea.The contracts follow an announcement by the Danish authorities in February that the country would build the first of its kind wind energy hub in the North Sea that promises to produce yet unseen amounts of green electricity, in what has been described as the largest construction project in Danish history.The energy hub - an artificial island - will serve as an offshore power plant gathering and distributing green electricity from hundreds
Subsea Tieback Research Hub Opens in WA
into industry to work on real-world challenges and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector, UWA said.Premier Mark McGowan has praised The University of Western Australia (UWA) and industry partners for the joint research laboratory that will position Western Australia as a global energy hub leader, stimulating the economy and creating jobs.The new center UWA Vice-Chancellor Professor Dawn Freshwater said the collaborative research center was a significant project that fulfilled the University’s aim of serving the community and improving people's lives.“Not only
UK Govt Backs Aberdeen Subsea Engineering Hub
Minister Theresa May said, "Today I can announce that the UK government is backing plans for a new Global Underwater Hub in Aberdeen, helping established businesses thrive and creating new opportunities as the world makes the shift towards clean growth."Cementing Aberdeen’s place as an energy hub for offshore and renewables, the new hub would bring together areas of excellence in underwater technology under a single commercial vision. It would support industry, generate new skilled jobs and help us in the fight against climate change."UK government Business Minister Andrew Stephenson
Next Geosolutions Launches New UK Division
Remote, Next Innovation and Next Resourcing, to support the company’s existing UK business, as well as global client requirements. In line with Next Geosolutions’ growth strategy, Next UKCS has re-located to larger offices within Norwich, the east of England’s energy hub, and plans to increase its workforce by the end of Q2., offering a local knowledge and skillset to the North Sea and Baltic marketplace. This move provides a strong platform for the company to further develop its existing research and development, renewables operations and maintenance, and oil
Roadmap for Renewable Energy
, an increasing number of projects in the North Sea are contributing to impressive European wind power growth; according to WindEurope, the region enjoyed a record year in 2017, adding 14GW to the renewables grid. In the Asia Pacific area, too, a substantial proposal is underway. The Asian Renewable Energy Hub encompasses 7,000 square kilometers of land in the East Pilbara region of Western Australia, and is set to house both solar and wind power generation facilities for the purpose of transmitting the energy produced to South East Asia. The Asian Renewable Energy Hub entails the construction
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