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Sailing into a greener future, the United States proudly welcomes its first US-built service operation vessel, specifically designed to maintain offshore wind farms. On a landmark Saturday in New Orleans, this innovative craft was showcased amid bipartisan support, signaling a bold commitment to the burgeoning offshore wind industry. 🌬️🚢 In a remarkable display of unity, leaders from both ends of the political spectrum convened to inaugurate this vessel—a 262-foot testament to progress. This moment marked a truly symbolic milestone for the sector, suggesting a bright future despite previous challenges faced by offshore wind development. As European nations have long embraced wind power, the US edges forward, finally harnessing its own expansive coastlines to produce clean energy. With the immense potential of Louisiana's winds set to be tapped into, this vessel will operate in the Northeast, courtesy of the collaboration between Orsted AS and Eversource Energy. The presence of key political figures underscores the significant economic benefits and job opportunities that accompany such renewable energy ventures. As this pioneering ship readies to sail the Mississippi River, one can't help but ask: how will this groundbreaking development propel the US toward a future dominated by sustainable energy? ⛵️💡🌍 #RenewableEnergy #InnovationInWind #SustainableFuture

China's world-leading OceanX wind power platform closer to installation. Credited by: CGTN #China #OceanX #WindPower #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #OffshoreWind #GreenTechnology #SustainableEnergy #EnergyInnovation #WindTurbines #EnvironmentalSolutions #Installation #GlobalLeadership

China's world-leading OceanX wind power platform closer to installation. Credited by: CGTN #China #OceanX #WindPower #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #OffshoreWind #GreenTechnology #SustainableEnergy #EnergyInnovation #WindTurbines #EnvironmentalSolutions #Installation #GlobalLeadership

Thanking all the people that came to see and speak with us at our booth at WindEurope Bilbao. Key takeaways: 👉 The offshore wind industry is facing challenges in order to meet the ambitious 2030 targets 👉 time of even larger 'negative bids' (bidders paying the authorities) in offshore wind is hopefully over, as this is not good for a healthy market development 👉 The energy remains positive amongst key stakeholders to overcome hurdles and make it happen. Prioritization and adequate government support (e.g. through CfD’s and stimulating further electrification in society) will be key to foster the huge potential of European offshore wind 👉 plenty & good food, shortage of taxi's in Bilbao

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Massive wind turbines, blades rotating, tower over a vast, often turbulent sea. An offshore wind farm makes an impressive sight. Far less flashy, but equally crucial, are the port facilities on shore, where assembly and installation take place. One is not possible without the other. Achieving European targets for offshore wind by 2030 will require a huge expansion of ports. “Norway has ideal conditions for port infrastructure,” says Turid Storhaug, CTO at Global Ocean Technology. “In our fjords, we have deep waters, sheltered areas and access to large quay fronts that sit on solid rock.” Learn more below about how Norway is using its natural advantages and strong maritime sector to provide the critical port infrastructure to help to reach net zero. #offshorewind #floatingoffshorewind #deepwaterports #portinfrastructure #windfarms

The demand for offshore wind development across the world is ever apparent and especially in Scottish ports, where there is mounting concerns and bottlenecks that need to be addressed. Derek McGlashan our VP Energy, Maritime and Sustainability take a deeper dive into the opportunities and challenges in Scotland. #offshorewind #infrastructure #ports #smartports

One of many uses of the ELIRE Infra Smart Hubs is outlined in this article in relation to the challenges faced in the offshore wind sector. Although his article focuses on Scotlands ports & infrastructure, it is interchangeable with any location worldwide that has limited shoreside infrastructure capacity necessary for deploying large scale maritime storage, subassembly & construction projects, such as the offshore wind sector highlighted in this particular use case.

The Offshore Wind industry is well positioned to contribute significantly to the transition of clean energy supply the shift. ⚡ 💚 However, this doesn't come without significant challenges as well, where the market is experiencing volatility across a range of bottlenecks to move fast enough to make the change. Especially in developed countries like Scotland where the appetite is strong, but where the ecosystem to make these happen isn't quite established. ELIRE Infra has engineered and designed an enabling infrastructure solution that allows ports and offshore wind developers to meet these challenges. 👉 Check out the business case and solutions in this article by Derek McGlashan, VP of Energy, Maritime & Sustainability. #offshorewind #ports #smartports #infrastructure

https://lnkd.in/ecPFaJfi At DLL Solutions, we applaud the innovative use of bubble curtains in New England's offshore wind farms, as reported recently. This pioneering technique by Thayer Mahan Offshore, spearheaded by Richard Hine, effectively reduces acoustic impact during turbine installation, protecting marine life by absorbing up to 90% of noise. The incorporation of this technology in projects like Vineyard Wind and South Fork Wind demonstrates a significant advancement in balancing renewable energy development with marine conservation. As the offshore wind sector grows, DLL Solutions recognizes such sustainable practices as crucial for the industry, setting new standards for ecological responsibility while advancing clean energy goals. #RenewableEnergy #Innovation #SustainableDevelopment #MarineLifeProtection #DLLSolutions