Environment News – Page 14
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NewsUS subsea cable facility breaks ground
Despite the headwinds facing the US offshore wind sector since Donald Trump re-took the White House, signs such as the ground-breaking of a subsea cable factory are showing that the industry is not giving up.
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NewsVan Oord admits struggles in offshore wind sector
Van Oord’s annual report has admitted net revenue for 2024 was just a third of what it was in record year 2023.
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NewsHeadwinds and tailwinds in offshore wind: Report
The global offshore wind sector experienced a year of mixed outcomes in 2024, as rapid innovation, shifting market dynamics and policy reforms shaped the sector.
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NewsCore values: How automation is crucial to seabed sampling
For geotechnical exploration vessels, retrofitting automation solutions one at a time can help companies enhance safety and stay competitive, says Laurie Thornton, director of specialist offshore engineering firm MintMech.
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NewsOffshore wind vessels cyber resilience certification first
North Star’s new offshore wind vessels have been certified with Lloyd’s Register’s Cyber Resilience classification
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NewsOffshore wind and beyond: launch of a hybrid powerhouse
UK-based Tor Group has unveiled a ground-breaking multi-role support vessel designed for more than just offshore wind, blending advanced hybrid technology with ship-shaped design and modular construction, writes Peter Barker.
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NewsScottishPower signs €18m vessels deal
NR Marine Services and OEG will provide vital support for the build of the 1.4GW East Anglia Three offshore windfarm
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NewsEquinor considers legal action on canned wind farm
Energy giant Equinor says it is considering ‘legal remedies’ after the US government forced it to stop its Empire Wind offshore wind development in the US.
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NewsDutch hail success of two-year reef block scheme
Two years on from a dual erosion protection and marine life encouragement scheme, the Dutch water board is calling it a success.
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News12 offshore TSOs lay foundations for offshore grids
Connecting Europe’s grids offshore: transmission system operators reveal plans to move towards supporting energy independence for the continent.
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NewsChoppy waters for US offshore wind as Equinor project binned
A decision by the US Department of Interior to halt an Equinor offshore wind farm ‘should send chills across all industries investing in and holding contracts with the United States,” said president and CEO of the Oceantic Network Liz Burdock.
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NewsNew waste solution for smaller vessels
The Finnish firm Evac Group has launched a waste solution designed for smaller vessels.
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NewsSecond offshore wind Ro-Ro cargo vessel for Siemens
Two new heavy load Ro-Ro cargo vessels will help boost capacity and strengthen efficiency in marine renewables
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NewsSalvage heroes – a tale of two ships
As the salvage comes to an end of the Solong and Stena Immaculate vessels that were involved in a collision in the North Sea last month, Peter Barker examines the work involved in getting them back to shore.
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NewsTurkey set to plunge into offshore wind
With onshore wind a major component of Turkey’s energy production, it is now turning its attention to offshore wind. Debbie Mason reports.
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NewsØrsted CEO calls on Europe to install 10GW/year offshore wind
Ørsted’s new CEO has called on Europe to install 10GW of offshore wind each year – but panellists at the WindEurope event voiced concerns over a range of things that will not make this an easy feat.
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NewsDEME expands offshore wind with Havfram takeover
DEME is to acquire Havfram for €900 million to expand its global offshore wind capabilities and fleet strength
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NewsSAAM and Caterpillar team up on alternative power
SAAM Towage is partnering with Caterpillar Marine to explore alternative power solutions
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NewsTwo major offshore wind projects announced for UK
One floating and one fixed-bottom offshore wind farm have been rubber-stamped for the southeast and southwest of England.
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NewsDecarbonising smaller vessels: UK calls for evidence
As the UK government prepares to put emissions penalties on vessels below 400GT for the first time, it has issued a call for evidence (CfE) to help it decide how, when and how much.
