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WindFloat Atlantic, the semisubmersible #floatingoffshorewind farm offshore Portugal’s west coast, is entering its fourth year of service. OW Ocean Winds, the joint venture between EDP Renewables and ENGIE which developed this pilot project using floaters designed by Principle Power, is now moving ahead with a second floating pre-commercial project in the Mediterranean Sea #offshore southwest France, Eoliennes Flottantes du Golfe du Lion. Fabrication of the three floating structures is underway and installation should follow in 2024/25. Offshore magazine sought the views of Tiago Duarte, Head of Floating Foundations at #OceanWinds, on the innovations behind the two projects, the operating experience at WindFloat Atlantic to date, and the potential lessons for the larger-scale commercial floating offshore wind developments set to go forward later this decade. Read more by Jeremy Beckman, Offshore's London editor, at https://lnkd.in/dgFUKaYd. #offshorewind #floatingwind #windenergy #windpower #offshoreindustry #offshoreenergy #portugal #windfarms #windfloatatlantic #OffshoreMagazine #EndeavorBusinessMedia

Here today at the Maritime Industry Australia Ltd conference, "Blueprint for a maritime nation" to speak with fellow panelists on the topic "Offshore Wind, the changing face of Australian offshore activity". if you are here, please come and say hello! #offshorewind #windenergy #maritimeindustry #opportunity

Operating for the Directorate General for Energy and Climate (DGEC), Météo-France has selected Akrocean to collect offshore wind, wave, and current data for potential offshore wind farm sites in France. The framework contract won by Akrocean includes several measurement campaigns that will be conducted on all the French coastlines over four years, according to the needs and the de-risking schedule issued by the French government. They will be carried out using a fleet of floating LiDAR buoys, for a minimum period of twelve months. These campaigns can be extended for a further twelve months. “We’ve had the opportunity to develop our oceanographic offering with the additional local content provided by Energie de La Lune. We will continue in this way, to use local maritime resources, which are necessary for deployments at sea,” said Marine Colin, Project Manager. This is not the first time Météo-France awarded a contract to Akrocean. In 2020, the company secured a contract to supply floating LiDARs for future offshore wind projects in France. France has set a target of reaching 18 GW of offshore wind capacity by 2035 and 40 GW by 2050. The country’s first commercial-scale wind farm, the 480 MW Saint-Nazaire, was fully commissioned in November 2022. https://lnkd.in/enqKchNg

🆕 On December 13th, MAREWIND proudly launched the 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 (𝐂𝐨𝐏), a dynamic space designed for collaboration and knowledge-sharing 📽 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eSMef5GJ We extend a warm invitation to #companies, #research organisations, and #policymakers in the #offshore domain to join us in exploring synergies and building on the momentum of MAREWIND results. 💨⚡️🌊   𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐝'𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐏: 🔹 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘐𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴:  Dive into the collective wisdom of industry leaders and experts.  🔹  𝘐𝘯𝘯𝘰𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘚𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴: Explore opportunities to advance anticorrosion, anti-erosion, predictive maintenance and recyclability in offshore wind farm turbines  🔹 𝘖𝘧𝘧𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘞𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘍𝘰𝘤𝘶𝘴: Make offshore wind a key element in your research and future investments. 📝 If your answer is '𝐘𝐄𝐒'  to any of these questions, we invite you to respond to this questionnaire and let us know your interests ➡ https://lnkd.in/ekaamESB ◾ Is lifecycle extension of offshore wind farms a top priority for you❓ ◾Are you interested in discovering novel solutions regarding recyclability of wind farm components❓ ◾Are offshore structures a focal point in your research or future investments❓ 🤝 We'll reach out to you, connecting you with our experts and uncovering synergies together ❗  #clusteringevent #cop #offshorewind #maintenance #circulareconomy #sustainability #windenergy #coatings #newmaterials

Volvo Penta and Northern Offshore Services drive innovation to advance offshore wind energy. Discover how Volvo Penta and Northern Offshore Services (N-O-S) are pioneering offshore wind energy with the world’s first commercial application of the Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform. This cutting-edge technology powers N-O-S’s new I-Class Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV), designed for efficiency, adaptability, and sustainability. In addition to the Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform’s flexibility to adapt to future technologies and energy solutions. The enhanced maneuverability and thrust from the system make it ideal for the challenging conditions typically seen at offshore wind farms. Twin forward-facing counter-rotating propellers push water directly backward, creating a powerful thrust while reducing torque to enable more precise control over the I-Class vessel. Credited by: Volvo Penta #OffshoreWind #RenewableEnergy #VolvoPenta #MarineInnovation #SustainableTechnology #WindEnergy #GreenEnergy #OffshoreSolutions #CrewTransferVessel #IPSPlatform #FutureOfEnergy #CleanTech #Sustainability #MaritimeTechnology #EnergyTransition

𝗘𝗻𝗕𝗪 & 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝘆’𝘀 ‘𝗜𝗺𝗽𝘂𝗹𝘀𝗲’: 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘀 ⛴️ EnBW & Wallaby Boats unveil ‘Impulse’: An innovative offshore transfer vessel redefining safety & efficiency. Set to power Baltic 2 Wind Farm, it’s the first commercial ship with a suspension system by Nauti-Craft. This unique system enables independent balancing of catamaran hulls, ensuring safe access to offshore wind turbines even in high waves. With a deck that remains calm in passive mode and perfectly balanced in active mode, the vessel transforms wave forces into heat and electrical energy. Integrated photovoltaic panels further reduce operational resources, making ‘Impulse’ a beacon of sustainable innovation. Great news for a greener and safer future! 🌍 🍃 #RoCDrill #Offshore #OffshoreTransfer #CleanEnergy #Safety #Germany #Innovation #EnBw #WallabyBoats #NautiCraft #Impulse #Sustainability #SustainableInnovation #Baltic2Windfarm

Just 2 hours left until our FREE webinar sails into the world of booming #offshorewind! Ready to dive into #renewableenergy? Here's why you can't miss out: > Stay on top of industry trends: Get exclusive insights from top leaders on key factors shaping #vesselperformance, #safety and #sustainability in offshore wind. > Master the challenges: Learn expert strategies to navigate extreme weather conditions and demanding project requirements with finesse. > Explore endless opportunities: Discover innovative solutions and strategies to thrive in the rapidly expanding offshore wind market. Meet our panel of experts: Willem van der Wel, Windcat Luca Pivano, DNV Christian Heidrich, SCHOTTEL Hurry! Secure your spot now and join us: https://lnkd.in/eNUdtH2V #RivieraMaritimeMedia #lastcall #industryinsights #vessels #performance #webinar #shipowner #windcat #crewtransport #ctv #digitaltwin #operationalplanning #propulsiontechnology

𝗘𝗻𝗕𝗪 & 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝘆’𝘀 ‘𝗜𝗺𝗽𝘂𝗹𝘀𝗲’: 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘀 ⛴️ EnBW & Wallaby Boats unveil ‘Impulse’: An innovative offshore transfer vessel redefining safety & efficiency. Set to power Baltic 2 Wind Farm, it’s the first commercial ship with a suspension system by Nauti-Craft. This unique system enables independent balancing of catamaran hulls, ensuring safe access to offshore wind turbines even in high waves. With a deck that remains calm in passive mode and perfectly balanced in active mode, the vessel transforms wave forces into heat and electrical energy. Integrated photovoltaic panels further reduce operational resources, making ‘Impulse’ a beacon of sustainable innovation. Great news for a greener and safer future! 🌍 🍃 #RoCDrill #Offshore #OffshoreTransfer #CleanEnergy #Safety #Germany #Innovation #EnBw #WallabyBoats #NautiCraft #Impulse #Sustainability #SustainableInnovation #Baltic2Windfarm

One week until our FREE webinar on navigating the booming #offshorewind industry! Are you ready to set sail into the future of #renewableenergy? Here's why you can't miss out on 24 April: - Stay ahead of the curve: Gain exclusive insights from industry leaders on the factors shaping #vesselperformance, #safety, and #sustainability in offshore wind. - Conquer new challenges: Learn how to navigate through extreme weather conditions and demanding project requirements like a pro. - Unlock new opportunities: Discover innovative solutions and strategies to thrive in the rapidly growing offshore wind market. Meet our expert panellists: Willem van der Wel, Windcat Luca Pivano, DNV Christian Heidrich, SCHOTTEL Register now and secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/eNUdtH2V #RivieraMaritimeMedia #webinaralert #industryinsights #vessels #performance #webinar #shipowner #windcat #crewtransport #ctv #digitaltwin #operationalplanning #propulsiontechnology

🚴♂️ It's not every day that we see WindFloat®'s and bicycles combined in one interview, but Enlit Europe's provocative challenge was as unique as it was pleasant. Thank you David Codina, Samuel Ríos Costas, Fernando Costa, and Fábio Pinheiro for supporting Clara’s words in this piece despite your demanding, but great work offshore. And special thanks to Pamela Largue, Ross Hastie, and Katharina Meller for the opportunity to demonstrate how things are done on the O&M side of floating wind projects. WindFloat® projects have demonstrated the technical viability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of floating wind technology. They have shown excellent performance and availability. This success is attributed not only to the top-notch engineering behind the technology but also to effective operations and maintenance services. #300X30 #PrinciplePower #windfloat #renewableenergy #offshorewind #floatingwind #netzero