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New repair joint for high-voltage subsea cables developed for offshore applications
- Category: Product News
Pfisterer has developed a new repair joint for high-voltage subsea cables up to 170 kV, designed for TenneT, the transmission system operator in Germany and the Netherlands. This solution allows the connection of various three-core subsea cable types using a plug-in principle, regardless of the cable design or manufacturer.
Developing sustainable recycling processes for lubricants and gear oils
- Category: Industry News
Each year, over 4 million tonnes of lubricants are produced and consumed in the European Union, with most still derived from fossil raw materials. In response, a consortium of research institutes and industrial companies has launched the "GearOil-Loop" project to develop advanced recycling technologies for lubricants, particularly focusing on gear oils. The goal is to establish a circular economy where fossil-based raw materials are used for as long as possible, reducing dependence on non-renewable resources.
GE Vernova expands Pensacola facility with new customer centre
- Category: Company News
GE Vernova has opened a new customer experience centre at its Pensacola facility, marked by a ribbon-cutting event hosted by chief executive officer Scott Strazik. The centre includes multiple conference rooms, collaboration and networking areas, and direct access to the production space.
Nantucket appeals SouthCoast Wind Project approval
- Category: Projects and Contracts
The town and county of Nantucket has filed an appeal in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia against the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) over its approval of the SouthCoast Wind project. Nantucket argues that BOEM violated federal laws by failing to address the project’s adverse effects on the island’s historic district, which is central to its heritage tourism economy.
Renewable Power Capital expands Nordic renewable portfolio with Njordr wind and solar acquisition
- Category: Projects and Contracts
Renewable Power Capital (RPC), a pan-European renewables company, has acquired Njordr AS's wind and solar development business in Sweden and Finland.
Italy’s offshore wind sector: growth, challenges, and opportunities
- Category: Industry News
Italy’s updated National Energy and Climate Plan (PNIEC) aims to increase installed renewable energy capacity from 66 GW to 131 GW by 2030. The National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) will provide €23.78 billion to support decarbonisation, with wind energy playing a key role. Installed wind capacity is projected to grow from 13 GW to 28.1 GW by 2030, with offshore wind expected to contribute significantly.
Salamander Offshore Wind Farm advances with planning permission and key approvals
- Category: Projects and Contracts
The Salamander Offshore Wind Farm, developed by the Salamander Wind Project Company Limited—a joint venture between Ørsted, Simply Blue Group, and Subsea7—has been granted Planning Permission in Principle for the onshore elements of its proposed floating wind development. The project is located 35 km off Peterhead on Scotland's East Coast.
Wind energy expansion slows amid record renewable growth
- Category: Industry News
Renewable energy accounted for over 90% of global power expansion in 2024, with wind and solar leading the growth. According to the International Renewable Energy Agency’s latest data, total renewable capacity reached 4,448 GW, with 585 GW added last year. Wind energy capacity grew by 11.1%, reaching 1,133 GW, though its expansion rate declined slightly compared to previous years.
GWO elects new Board of Directors
- Category: Industry News
The Global Wind Organisation (GWO) has elected a new Board of Directors following a vote by the General Assembly. The Board will oversee the association’s strategy, with several new members joining its leadership.
WindEurope elects new Chair and Vice-Chair
- Category: Industry News
WindEurope’s Board has elected Henrik Andersen, CEO of Vestas, as its new Chair, with Rasmus Errboe, CEO of Ørsted, appointed as Vice-Chair. They will lead the wind industry’s engagement with governments, stakeholders, and wider society in Europe for the next 18 months.
- Octopus Renewables Infrastructure Trust reports 2024 financial results
- Hexicon sells stake in Italian floating wind projects
- European Energy to sell wind portfolio in Poland to Enea
- Peak Wind to manage operations for Fengmiao I offshore wind farm
- Cadeler takes delivery of new wind turbine installation vessel
- Renewable energy generation in the USA rises by 18% in January
- Approval process for BalWin1 offshore grid connection underway
- BASF sells Nordlicht offshore wind farm stake back to Vattenfall
- Marubeni Corporation acquires 25.1% stake in Windward Offshore
- Vestas secures 62 MW wind order in Germany
- Vattenfall makes final investment decision for Nordlicht offshore wind farms
- Spie Wind Connect to work on Ecowende offshore wind farm cable termination
- ABO Energy secures three wind project tariffs in Germany
- Glamox to provide lighting for Thor offshore wind farm in Denmark
- Global Energy Services to install over 100 wind turbines in 2025
- SeaRenergy secures long-term charter for BOS Prelude
- OX2 appoints new Chief Communications and Sustainability Officer
- Cadeler reports strong growth and fleet expansion in 2024
- Sany Renewable Energy secures offshore wind turbine order in China
- Palfinger Marine to supply 100 platform cranes for Polish offshore wind farms
- Scottish floating offshore wind farm supports student scholarships
- Emergya Wind Technologies declared bankrupt
- SkySpecs secures funding to advance its renewable energy technology
- Integrating wind power and hydrogen microgrids for reliable energy storage
- Solar and wind dominate US power capacity growth in January
- Nova Scotia moves forward with offshore wind energy development
- RWE reports strong 2024 financial results but adjusts investment strategy
- UK CMA approves Iberdrola’s acquisition of Electricity North West
- Google secures long-term PPA with Exus Renewables for Spanish wind farm
- eologix-ping unveils updated wireless blade sensors for ice detection
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