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🚀 Sumitomo Invests in German Engineering Big news in the world of renewable energy! 📢 Sumitomo Corporation has announced a strategic investment in EEW Offshore Wind, a renowned German manufacturer of monopiles for offshore wind turbines. Sumitomo, highlighting EEW's advanced technology and high-quality welding capabilities, sees this partnership as crucial. EEW, a leading supplier, has long been at the forefront of this industry. This investment is aimed at overcoming bottlenecks in the European offshore wind power sector by ensuring a stable supply of monopiles. This move not only strengthens Sumitomo's position in the renewable energy market but also underscores the growing importance of sustainable energy solutions. Let's discuss: How do you think this investment will impact the European offshore wind industry? Leave your thoughts below! 👇 #RenewableEnergy #WindPower #SustainableFuture

Think you know the story of Scottish offshore wind? Think again💡 Scotland is not just blessed with fantastic offshore wind resources, its energy sector is at the forefront of innovative renewable energy technologies. Already a world leader in floating offshore wind with the world's first floating offshore wind farm and the world's largest floating wind farm connected to the grid, the expertise built up over the last 50 years in energy makes our companies ideal partners for developing the world's offshore wind projects. Scotland and Japan have an excellent business relationship and we're aiming to make this stronger by supporting Japan to create the 3rd largest Offshore Wind market in the world, after China and the UK. From turbine manufacturing and wind farm construction, operations and maintenance to new offshore wind technologies, come and speak to us and meet some of Scotland's top supply chain companies at Wind Expo Japan 2024: Acteon Group Ltd. Balmoral EODEX First Marine Solutions Flotation Energy Kraken Robotics OEG Renewables OPITO Oil States Industries SCHOTTEL Marine Technologies Synaptec W3G Marine Save the date: 28 February to 1 March, Japan's largest international exhibition centre, Tokyo Big Sight, Scotland Pavilion - Stand W24-25. https://ow.ly/vmyo50QBX57 #ScotlandIsNow #WindExpoJapan

🌊 Norway's First Auction for Floating Offshore Wind 🌊 This Monday marked a significant step for Norway with the start of its first auction for floating offshore wind development, a key milestone in our nation's energy policy and industrial future. Reflecting on the comprehensive report published by Capgemini Invent in 2022, which I had the opportunity to co-author, it's encouraging to see that the roadmap and recommendations remain relevant. As we move forward, the report's emphasis on the necessity of broad collaboration between government and private sectors is more pertinent than ever. This journey towards developing 30 GW of offshore wind power by 2040 is not just about achieving an ambitious goal; it's about fostering sustainable growth and positioning Norway as a leader in renewable energy. The continued validity of the report underscores the enduring need for unity and concerted effort in realizing our offshore wind potential. For those interested in understanding the path ahead and the importance of collaboration in this venture, the report offers valuable insights. Read more about our collective path forward: Creating Offshore Winners. Together, let's navigate towards a sustainable and prosperous energy future. 🌬️🌍 https://lnkd.in/dHwZhy6G #OffshoreWind #RenewableEnergy #SustainableDevelopment #Norway #Collaboration #EnergyTransition #Sustainability #Renewables #EnergyValley Preben Strøm Karl Thomas Reinertsen Gunnar Deinboll Bjørn Ravndal Francesco Spolaor Kristine Wilhelmsen

𝐀 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 {𝐏𝐃𝐅} 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐃𝐅:- https://lnkd.in/d-aZ42vX Wind is used to produce electricity by converting the kinetic energy of air in motion into electricity. In modern wind turbines, wind rotates the rotor blades, which convert kinetic energy into rotational energy. This rotational energy is transferred by a shaft which to the generator, thereby producing electrical energy. the production of wind electricity in 2016 accounted for a 6% of the electricity generated by renewables. Many parts of the world have strong wind speeds, but the best locations for generating wind power are sometimes remote ones. Offshore wind power offers tremendous potential. 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐝: MHI Vestas Offshore Wind GE Senvion Hitachi Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction Co. Limited - Seoul Korea EOLINK Nordex Group ACCIONA Goldwind SIEMENS GAMESA RENEWABLE ENERGY AB Sinovel Wind Group Co., Ltd Suzlon Wind Energy Corporation (SWECO) #career #jobsearch #professionaldevelopment #leadership #business #success #entrepreneurship #innovation #technology #marketing #worklifebalance #futureofwork

A group of top Japanese companies is moving forward with a government-backed project to test large-scale floating vertical-axis wind turbines. They believe this new design can improve efficiency and support the development of commercial floating offshore turbines. As part of Japan's push to make renewable energy a key power source, this project will explore the feasibility of floating turbines. It falls under the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) initiative, aimed at advancing floating offshore wind technology. Japan’s deep coastal waters make traditional offshore turbines difficult, so this project focuses on innovative floating solutions. The design offers similar benefits to horizontal-axis turbines but uses smaller, more affordable floating platforms. #japan #windturbine #verticalaxisturbines #turbine #electricity #Power #energy #cleanenergy

🚌 WindEurope Away Day to the Port of Rotterdam. First stop: GE Vernova‘s Heliade X prototype offshore wind turbine. 💪 The prototype is one of the biggest and most powerful wind turbines in the world. On the Maasvlakte in Rotterdam it was tested in configurations of 12-14 MW (enough to power over 16,000 European homes). 🇬🇧🌊GE Vernova, Equinor and SSE Renewables are currently installing the 13 MW configuration of the Heliade at their Doggerbank #offshorewind farm in the UK. The first turbines there have already started delivering electricity to the UK grid. 🔜 In the future GE Vernova will develop a 15.5-16.5 MW "workhorse“ turbine and will then focus on delivering that model at scale. 💭 Did you know? GE Vernova has 80,000 employees worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries. 30% of all electricity produced worldwide is directly or indirectly provided by GE Vernova.

We have now finalized the first foundation of the 48 MW #windfarm in Pecineaga, Romania. The park is scheduled to be operational in 2025. The wind farm in Constanța County will incorporate a total of eight foundations corresponding to the eight turbines. This will be eight Siemens Gamesa SG 6.6-170 wind turbines. This type of wind turbine is currently the largest in Romania, with an individual power output of 6.6 MW, a rotor diameter of 170 meters, and a total tip height of 220 meters. The park has an expected yearly output of approximately 176,000 MWh, enough to supply green energy for 48,000 Romanian households. "We are proud of the progress of the Pecineaga wind farm construction, our largest wind project at the local level. By installing the largest wind turbines in Romania, Eurowind Energy strengthens its position as a pioneer in the use of advanced technology for the development of the wind industry, accelerating the transition to a more sustainable economy." said Adrian Dobre, Country Manager Romania of Eurowind Energy. #energytransition #greenpower #solutionsready

Vattenfall and BASF have partnered with Vestas to supply and service 112 V236-15.0 MW wind turbines for the Nordlicht offshore wind projects in the German North Sea. This agreement focuses on the use of low-emission steel in manufacturing parts of the turbine towers, significantly reducing their carbon footprint. The Nordlicht project, comprising Nordlicht 1 and 2, will feature 68 turbines in Nordlicht 1 and 44 in Nordlicht 2. These V236 turbines, the most powerful on the offshore market, will collectively produce electricity for 1.6 million households from 2028. The top sections of 56 out of the 112 towers will use low-emission steel, reducing the carbon footprint of these sections by 66% compared to conventional steelmaking. This innovative steel is made from 100% recycled steel scrap melted in an electric arc furnace powered entirely by wind energy, demonstrating a significant advancement in eco-friendly manufacturing practices. The Nordlicht project not only represents a significant expansion in offshore wind capacity but also sets a precedent for the use of green steel in large-scale renewable energy projects. By reducing the carbon footprint of the turbine towers, Vattenfall, BASF, and Vestas are leading the way in sustainable wind energy development, contributing to a greener future for the energy industry. #greensteel #climatechange #offshorewind #industrialdecarbonisation #Geneir

🌊 Exciting advancements are on the horizon in offshore wind maintenance! The Danish firm KNUD E. HANSEN has unveiled its innovative 'Jack-Up on Jack-Up' concept, set to revolutionise how offshore wind turbines are maintained. This cutting-edge vessel will significantly enhance efficiency and safety during maintenance operations. It’s a promising development that addresses some of the industry's longstanding challenges in servicing turbines located far offshore. At this stage in the offshore wind sector, where climate action and renewable energy are at the forefront, such innovations are crucial. The ability to maintain turbines more effectively not only boosts energy production but also drives down operational costs. As an industry, we should ponder: how might these new technologies reshape our maintenance strategies and improve our overall project timelines? 🔧 This concept comes at a pivotal time as countries ramp up their renewable initiatives. With investments growing in offshore wind, can we expect more similar innovations in vessel design and maintenance methodologies? Let’s embrace this momentum and share insights on how our industry can evolve. #OffshoreWind #RenewableEnergy #Innovation #WindTurbines #MarineEngineering #Sustainability #EnergyTransition

GE VERNOVA SECURES €700M CONTRACT FOR SPANISH WIND PROJECT GE Vernova has secured a €700 million contract from Danish developer Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners to supply 125 of its 6.1-158 MW turbines wind turbines for the 760 MW Teruel wind project in eastern Spain. The deal, one of the largest wind power contracts ever in the country, includes a 15-year full service agreement. The turbine blades will be manufactured at GE Vernova's factory in Castellón, while the towers will be produced at suppliers' plants in Albacete, Burgos, and Galicia, providing a significant boost to the Spanish wind industry and creating numerous jobs. Once operational, the Teruel wind project is expected to significantly contribute to Spain's energy transition and decarbonisation efforts, reducing CO2 emissions by an estimated 320,000 tonnes per year. ⚡ Follow MPS (Modern Power Systems) for all the latest news daily from the global power generation industry ⚡ #MPS #power #energy #powergeneration #windenergy #decarbonisation