UK Firm Installs Floating OTEC Prototype in Atlantic Ocean
a floating ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC) prototype off the Canary Island in Spain.The platform is designed to generate electricity by using the temperature difference between warm surface water and cold deep ocean water, a process known as OTEC.The installation marks the first purpose-built offshore platform of its kind and is intended to address challenges in scaling the technology for island and coastal markets.OTEC has previously been demonstrated onshore at small scale, but its development has been constrained by the size and length of pipes needed to access seawater. Offshore systems reduce
DeepOcean to Install Inter-Array Cables at Taiwan’s Offshore Wind Farm
Ocean services provider DeepOcean has secured a contract to support installation of inter-array cables at the TPC offshore wind farm phase 2 (TPC-II) off Taiwan.The scope includes installation of cables connecting turbines to offshore substations, as well as engineering and project management services.DeepOcean will work with Dong Fang Offshore and use the subsea vessel Orient Adventurer, which has been upgraded with new remotely operated vehicles, an under-deck carousel and a cable lay system.“We look forward to working together with Dong Fang Offshore on this significant project. The project
Maersk’s Stillstrom Unveils Standalone Offshore Charging Solutions for Vessels
Stillstrom, a unit of A.P. Moller - Maersk, has launched two offshore charging systems aimed at supporting vessel electrification in the offshore wind sector.The new solutions, Power Hub and Power Tower, are designed as standalone systems that can be deployed independently of wind turbine infrastructure, enabling flexible charging options for vessels operating at sea.The systems are based on monopile designs and target one of the key challenges in offshore wind operations - the reliable supply of electric power for service vessels used in installation, maintenance and long-term operations.Stillstrom
TGS Extends Multi-Year OBN Engagement in Gulf of America
Data and intelligence firm TGS has extended the ongoing multi-year proprietary Ocean Bottom Node (OBN) acquisition contract in the Gulf of America.TGS said the OBN acquisition contract has been extended for three more years.“This continuation of a long-term commitment from a major producer in the Gulf of America and strategic customer reflects our unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence and highlights our ability to adapt to evolving industry priorities.“Through our continued service quality and commitment to operating safely and sustainably, we will continue to support the
TGS to Advance Offshore Seismic Development In Equatorial Guinea
Energy data and intelligence firm TGS has signed a strategic agreement with the Republic of Equatorial Guinea to acquire, process and promote seismic and geophysical data across the country’s offshore basins.The agreement covers the reprocessing of legacy seismic datasets as well as the acquisition of new data, aimed at improving subsurface understanding and supporting exploration activity in the region.Under the deal, TGS will apply its imaging technologies to reimage existing datasets of varying vintages and deliver an integrated approach combining seismic acquisition, processing and interpretat
DeepOcean, Woodside Wrap Up Dual-Scope Subsea Survey at Sangomar Field
DeepOcean and Woodside Energy have completed a combined subsea inspection and 3D scanning campaign at the Sangomar field offshore Senegal.The campaign covered 69 subsea structures, including 17 subsea trees, using a methodology that allows inspection and 3D scanning to be performed simultaneously.DeepOcean said the approach enabled the work to be completed in slightly more than half the time required for two separate operations, while increasing the amount of data collected.The work used remotely operated vehicles equipped with scanning systems and software to generate digital 3D models of subsea
NextGeo Scoops $33M Terna Deal for HVDC Link Marine Surveys
Italian offshore services provider Next Geosolutions (NextGeo) has secured a contract worth more than $32.7 million (€28 million) as lead partner of a consortium for marine survey work on a new high-voltage direct current (HVDC) link in Italy.The contract was awarded by Terna and covers preliminary marine surveys and environmental characterization for the Milan - Montalto HVDC connection.NextGeo will lead a temporary consortium with an approximately 84% stake, alongside CONISMA, Poliservizi and CIBM.The project involves surveys along a marine route of about 280 km linking Lombardy and Lazio
TGS Nets Offshore Wind Site Characterization Contract
Energy data and intelligence TGS has secured an offshore wind site characterization contract in Europe.The Ramform Vanguard vessel is scheduled to begin data acquisition in the second half of July.The contract has a duration of approximately 1.5 months, according to TGS."We are very pleased to have secured our third offshore wind site characterization contract for the European summer season this year. With additional tenders in the market, there is potential to extend this year’s campaign into the fourth quarter.“Our Ultra High Resolution 3D streamer solution has a strong and proven
European Consortium Targets Marine Noise from Offshore Wind Projects
A group of European offshore wind and marine engineering companies has launched a consortium to develop technology aimed at reducing underwater noise from offshore construction.The Searénité consortium brings together Chantiers de l’Atlantique, EDF power solutions, Heerema Marine Contractors, Menck, RTE, Sealence and Smulders.The group aims to develop a noise mitigation system tailored to offshore wind installations, where activities such as piling and vessel operations can affect marine ecosystems.The project will focus on adapting SubSea Quieter, a patented technology developed
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