Seaturns Deploys Full-Scale Wave Energy Demonstrator in Atlantic
French wave energy company Seaturns has deployed its full-scale wave energy demonstrator off the French Atlantic coast, starting an offshore trial campaign that will run for a minimum of one year.The deployment marks a key milestone on its path toward commercial deployment and technology certification by 2027.The Seaturns S1 demonstrator has been installed 27.5 kilometers from the Port of Le Verdon near the Gironde estuary, marking a first such achievement in France and a significant step for the European wave energy sector.The offshore trials will evaluate the floater's performance and reliability
Aker BP and Viridien Deepen North Sea Seismic Collaboration
ocean bottom node (OBN) seismic acquisition, imaging and technology development for exploration on the Norwegian Continental Shelf.The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation aimed at aligning strategy and innovation efforts to improve exploration efficiency and support future discoveries offshore Norway.Under the partnership, Aker BP's operational experience will be combined with Viridien's seismic imaging technology and geoscience expertise. The companies also plan to expand multi-client OBN seismic coverage to support large-scale exploration activities on the Norwegian Continental
H2DO Kicks Off North Sea Green Hydrogen Feasibility Study
Hydrogen of Dutch Origin (H2DO) and its partners have launched a feasibility and concept study for a 30-50 MW offshore green hydrogen project in the Dutch North Sea, aimed at demonstrating how offshore hydrogen production could support the expansion of offshore wind capacity while reducing pressure on onshore infrastructure.The study, funded under the Dutch Topsector Energie (TSE) program, will evaluate the development of an offshore hydrogen production facility connected to shore by pipeline.The project seeks to convert electricity generated by offshore wind farms into green hydrogen at sea, helping
TGS Gets Offshore Wind Site Characterization Job in Europe
Energy data and intelligence TGS has secured an offshore wind site characterization contract in Europe.The Ramform Vanguard is scheduled to commence data acquisition in early August, and the contract has a duration of approximately three weeks.The company did not disclose any additional details about the client or the value of the contract."We are pleased to secure more offshore wind site characterization work for the 2026 Europe season. With further tenders currently in the market, we are actively pursuing opportunities to extend this year’s acquisition campaign into the fourth quarter.
TGS Acquires Apparition to Boost Seismic Imaging Tech Portfolio
TGS has acquired Apparition Geoservices, securing exclusive access to the company's proprietary simultaneous source acquisition and separation technology aimed at improving seismic survey efficiency and subsurface imaging.The acquisition combines Apparition's technology with TGS' Gemini Enhanced Frequency Source (EFS) technology, creating a platform designed to increase seismic operational efficiency, source capacity and imaging quality.Apparition is a seismic acquisition and processing methodology that enables multiple sound sources to operate simultaneously in a coordinated manner.
Viridien Appoints Former SLB Executive as CEO
French seismic firm Viridien has appointed Henning Berg as chief executive officer and director following approval by shareholders at the company's annual general meeting.The appointment was approved at the company's combined general meeting held in Paris on June 3, where shareholders also approved Berg's appointment to the board of directors.Following the meeting, the board appointed Berg as chief executive officer. Sophie Zurquiyah will remain chair of the board.Berg joined Viridien as chief operating officer in March 2026 before being appointed chief executive officer. He brings more
Advances in Floating Wind Technology Target Efficiency and Cost
vessels, divers or personnel transfer.It is just one of many advances being made to enhance the safety and economy of floating wind projects.Also this week, Sonardyne and engineering consultancy AMOG signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly offer subsea asset monitoring services for offshore energy infrastructure. The partnership will combine Sonardyne's underwater monitoring, positioning and communication technologies with AMOG's engineering assessment capabilities to support the monitoring and integrity management of offshore assets, including floating offshore wind farms.Another
Sonardyne, AMOG Join Forces on Subsea Asset Integrity Services
Sonardyne and engineering consultancy AMOG have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly offer subsea asset monitoring services for offshore energy infrastructure.The partnership will combine Sonardyne's underwater monitoring, positioning and communication technologies with AMOG's engineering assessment capabilities to support the monitoring and integrity management of offshore assets, including moorings, pipelines and risers in the oil and gas and floating offshore wind sectors.The collaboration will incorporate Sonardyne's Observer wireless subsea asset integrity monitoring system
Motive Offshore Acquires Subsea Tech Firm C-Kore
Motive Offshore Group has acquired subsea cable monitoring and integrity technology company C-Kore in a move aimed at expanding its testing, inspection and certification (TIC) capabilities.The acquisition is expected to increase the contribution of Motive’s Certification & Inspection division to around 35% of total company turnover and adds a technology-focused element to the company’s portfolio, including research and development capabilities and proprietary intellectual property.C-Kore develops subsea testing and measurement tools used for fault-finding, installation and decommissionin
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