BOWTIS Takes Offshore Wind Deeper

01 Dec 2006

The successful deployment of a new installation system has enabled the placement of the first offshore wind turbine to be installed in a single lift from a floating barge. The Beatrice Offshore Wind Turbine Installation System (BOWTIS), designed and built by Northumberland’s The Engineering Business Ltd, has led to the first offshore wind turbine installation in 45m of water.  

Renewables Study for Western Isles

01 Dec 2006

A new study, commissioned by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar (Western IslesCouncil), investigates the feasibility of creating a fixed transport link across the five mile wide Sound of Harris and the potential for generating renewable energy from the resources of the Sound to help offset capital expenditure.