MOU Signed: Proteus, SKF, and GE Vernova Collaborate on Tidal Energy
Proteus Marine Renewables (PMR) has signed an MOU with SKF Marine and GE Vernova Power Conversion business to collaborate on multi-megawatt tidal stream projects. The initial focus will be supplying 59MW to #MeyGen PLC at the world’s largest tidal stream facility in #Scotland.
This partnership will harness the expertise of all three companies to industrialize tidal energy and bring robust renewable energy solutions to the market.
▶️Martin Johannsmann, Managing Director at SKF Marine, says:
"We believe that Ocean Energy will play a crucial role in the required future sustainable energy mix. Globally, the EU and UK are at the forefront of technology development to harvest this huge untapped resource and over the past 15 years, our dedicated Ocean Energy team has partnered with leading wave and tidal energy device developers to create reliable, intelligent, and clean rotating equipment solutions from the early design stages.
▶️Drew Blaxland, CEO at Proteus Marine Renewables, says:
"Collaborating with the aim to establish an Alliance with SKF and GE Vernova is a significant step in the commercialisation of tidal energy. Together, we have the capacity to deliver complete power systems using what will be the world’s largest tidal turbines, providing a cost-effective and truly sustainable solution. The commitment now from MeyGen for us to work towards execution of a £200m+ EPC contract with them shows confidence in our product and the delivery model, which will see us grow our team in Scotland and invest in assembly and manufacturing."
▶️Graham Reid, CEO of SAE, adds:
"MeyGen is the largest tidal stream facility in the world and we are delighted to be working with some of the biggest names in the sector to bring about the next phase of the project. MeyGen has eclipsed all records for the industry and the delivery of a turbine facility in Scotland, delivering hundreds of jobs, demonstrates that tidal is able to deliver real investment when it is backed. We look forward to working with Proteus Marine Renewables, GE Vernova and SKF Marine to unlock this exciting opportunity."
▶️Peter Oram, Sales and Commercial Director, GE Vernova Power Conversion business, UK, says:
"Power Conversion UK is delighted to be working with PMR and SKF Marine towards delivering cleaner energy solutions. By harnessing natural resources like tidal energy, and applying GE Vernova’s efficient power conversion technologies, this valuable source of energy can be converted into sustainable, robust power, for the UK and across the globe."
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