Upscaling Power Subsea: Cables and Connectors
. Most of these cables are tailor made for an application, says Radue, so there’s not a lot of repeatability.Optical fibers are often used in systems that require greater bandwidth over longer distances, with a smaller footprint—smaller hull penetrations— for applications such as offshore oil and gas, towed arrays, side scan sonar systems, and oceanographic instrumentation. Image courtesy of BIRNS. Image courtesy BirnsTidal energy systems face similar challenges to offshore wind, with the harsh constant motion of tidal areas a key challenge. SMI recently took part in the upscaling of a
Verlume Bolsters US Sales Plans with C.A. Richards & Associates as Partner Appointment
management systems, has appointed C.A. Richards & Associates, Inc as its latest business development partner in the United States of America.Houston-based C.A. Richards will represent Verlume, spearheading business development efforts to build relationships and generate qualified leads in the offshore oil and gas sector, as well as ocean science markets.With increasing demand for reliable subsea power solutions, Verlume’s Charge rechargeable subsea battery and power management system is uniquely positioned to address power remediation challenges within brownfield sites. This includes where subsea
Bulls Joins TVO's Global Business Development Team
experts like Bulls to the team is essential to meeting evolving industry needs. “Having the right people in place to interface with companies that are contending with technical and operational challenges positions us to better serve the global industry and underscores our commitment to offshore oil and gas development,” Chell says
NKT Concludes First Cable Installation Phase for O&G Scheme Off Norway
Danish power cable maker and services provider NKT has completed the first installation campaign Norway to connect Aker BP-operated Yggdrasil offshore oil and gas area to shore.NKT said the first installation campaign in the Norwegian fjords and in the North Sea has been completed, and the company has now moved to install the 255 km HVAC cable, connecting the Yggdrasil offshore oil and gas area to shore.The company’s cable-laying vessel, NKT Victoria, has been deployed for the first installation campaign.Once finished, the 145 kV cables will provide a stable, low-emission power supply.“This
Shearwater Nets ExxonMobil’s Contract for 4D OBN Survey Off Guyana
survey starting in the first half of 2025.The field unit will be comprised of a Shearwater seismic vessel as source vessel, and a dual ROV vessel for node deployment.“Shearwater is pleased to be selected for this significant 4D OBN contract in one of the world’s fastest growing offshore oil and gas regions following our recent successful completion of 4D towed streamer operations for ExxonMobil in Canada.“We see a steady increase in deepwater 4D OBN monitoring activity internationally, and Shearwater is well positioned for this growth with our leading seismic fleet, state-of-the-art
Global Underwater Hub Forms Taskforce to Improve Subsea Cable Reliability and Performance
major hurdles to be overcome, varying from supply chain constraints to cost escalation. “Unlike fixed offshore wind, floating offshore wind has few standards and no established supply chain. Starting with this ‘clean slate’ and leveraging the vast experience over five decades in offshore oil and gas, the UK can create a new generation of products and services that will unlock this emerging sector.” GUH’s White Paper sets out the challenges and presents a solution for how the UK can tackle cable performance and reliability and, through first-mover advantage, become a center
DeepOcean Adds High-Spec Subsea Vessel to Its Fleet
until the end of 2027.The agreement includes options for up to four additional years.DeepOcean will utilize Orient Adventurer globally for offshore wind operations and maintenance (O&M), installation, as well as high-end inspection, maintenance, and repair (IMR), construction, and recycling of offshore oil and gas infrastructure.Orient Adventurer, formerly named Polar Onyx, is currently serving on an offshore wind contract in Southeast Asia, demonstrating its track record in offshore renewables. This builds on its extensive experience in conventional energy markets across various regions, from the North
Delmar Systems to Deliver Moorings for TotalEnergies’ Culzean Floating Wind Pilot
Delmar Systems has been selected to deliver mooring scope for TotalEnergies’ Culzean floating wind pilot project, which will supply renewable electricity to an offshore oil and gas platform in the North Sea.Delmar Systems was hired by Archer Wind, which secured a contract from TotalEnergies in August 2024 for the delivery of floating wind foundation for the project.The 3 MW floating wind turbine will be located 2 km west of the Culzean platform, 220 km off the eastern coast of Scotland. This turbine, expected to be fully operational by end 2025, will supply around 20% of Culzean’s power
Film-Ocean Appoints New CEO
Film-Ocean appointed Merv New as its new Chief Executive Officer. New brings more than 30 years of experience in the offshore oil and gas sector, offshore marine renewable & subsea telecoms sectors, with a notable career in subsea operations.New joined Film-Ocean after a role with Shelf Subsea as COO in Singapore, where he led subsea operations, including diving operations, ROV management, subsea construction, and engineering project management.
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