Month: April 2019

ECOPROGETTI, The Italian Specialist in Photovoltaic Production Process, launches the new High-Speed Automatic Bussing Machine

Since 2010 Ecoprogetti developed and supplied its Automatic bussing machine for Fully automatic lines, today after continuous improvements and innovations, Ecoprogetti is pleased to launch the NEW GENERATION of High-Speed Automatic Bussing, for fully automatic soldering of the interconnections between the strings of solar cells. This machine is designed with a high-performance induction soldering system… Read more »

DNV GL opens Instatrust™: a digital marketplace for efficient and transparent trade of renewable power

DNV GL invites renewable energy developers to join the project and accelerate the global market for renewable power purchase agreements (PPA) Arnhem, The Netherlands – 29th April 2019: DNV GL, the world’s largest independent energy advisory and certification body invites renewable energy developers and sellers to visit, explore and join Instatrust™ its new digital platform… Read more »

Luxcara invests in one of Europe’s largest onshore wind projects

The Önusberget wind farm, part of the Markbygden 1101 cluster, has been sold by the developer Svevind to the asset manager Luxcara Luxcara expects to begin construction activities in 2019 and achieve commercial operation of the project by the end of 2021 The project has an expected total capacity of 750 MW, making it one… Read more »

Work begins on twin Damen Fast Crew Suppliers 2710 ordered by Hung Hua Construction Co. Ltd. of Taiwan

Work has begun at Damen Shipyards Singapore on the construction of two of Damen’s latest fast crew supply vessel; the FCS 2710. In what was described as ‘the cutting ceremony’, as the vessels are being built in aluminium, Mr. Chung Pang Chen and Mr. Polin Chen of Hung Hua Construction Co. Ltd. of Taiwan were… Read more »

Q CELLS launches latest half-cell solar module Q.PEAK DUO-G6

The new iteration of the award-winning Q.PEAK DUO module range is manufactured with larger wafers for about 6% power output increase, and is available now in Europe and Korea. [Thalheim, Germany, April 29, 2019] Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd. (“Q CELLS” or “The Company”), one of the largest solar cell and module manufacturers in the… Read more »

Oil & Gas Innovation Centre supports 100th project

The Oil & Gas Innovation Centre (OGIC) has signed its 100th project, taking the total it has invested into innovative oil and gas technology to £6 million over the last five years. The 100th project will see OGIC supporting Targe Environmental Consulting Ltd with its development of a decommissioning materials management platform. Using Artificial Intelligence… Read more »

teamtechnik successfully establishes ECA gluing process for HJT cells on the market

The ECA process developed by teamtechnik for joining high-efficiency bifacial HJT (heterojunction) cells has proven successful in series production. Many leading module manufacturers whose production involves this technology are already opting for the Stringer TT1600ECA for their HJT solar modules. ECA is an abbreviation for electrically conductive adhesive. In this technology, a conductive adhesive is… Read more »

New high-tech Fly Suits for The Red Devils Parachute Display Team thanks to Cargostore

Cargostore Worldwide is currently a sponsor for the Red Devils Army Parachute Display Team, who have been taking to the skies for their latest jumps donning their brand new high-tech wing-suits with the Cargostore logo emblazoned on them. The Red Devils are the official parachute display team of the British Army who are renowned for… Read more »

Siemens Gamesa receives a new order for 43 SG 4.5-145 turbines to be installed in Canada

• Order includes 43 SG 4.5-145 turbines with flexible rating up to 4.8 MW • Once installed, these will be the most powerful turbines with the largest rotor installed in the country Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy has announced that it has signed a contract to supply and commission 43 SG 4.5-145 wind turbines, with flexible… Read more »

New research enables further savings with the Alfa Laval DuroShell heat exchanger for LNG

With the DuroShell plate-and-shell heat exchanger, Alfa Laval continues to lead the way in technology for fuel gas systems. Optimized for use as an LNG vaporizer, the robust DuroShell provides higher thermal efficiency than conventional plate-and-shell designs, as well as market-leading fatigue resistance. Thanks to new research into glycol freezing, it can now be used… Read more »

From Tech-Day to Oktoberfest – Established workshop of the international off-grid industry takes place for the first time in Augsburg in September

Augsburg, 26 April 2019. Under the motto “Get rid of the grid!”, Messe Augsburg organizes for the first time the OFF-GRID Experts Workshop, the leading event for self-sufficient power supply with solar, wind and hydropower plants, with Phaesun GmbH as its specialist partner. The specialist event for installers, dealers, planners, users and organisations from all… Read more »

Meyer Burger completes transformation of Executive Board: Michael Escher to step down as Chief Commercial Officer

As part of the transformation programme announced on October 16, 2018, Meyer Burger Technology Ltd (SIX Swiss Exchange: MBTN) planned to adapt the Executive Board to reflect the future structure and size of the company. Today Meyer Burger is completing the transformation of the Executive Board with the announcement that Michael Escher will step down… Read more »

innogy manages the Triton Knoll Offshore Wind Farm project with Active Risk Manager

First case usage of ARM for an offshore wind farm The Triton Knoll wind farm project is an important future source of home-grown renewable energy in the UK. Now in the construction phase with the installation of the onshore electrical system, the offshore array and infrastructure will be located 20 miles off the coast of… Read more »

Jan De Nul welcomes Giovanni Venturi, Henri Pitot and Henry Darcy

Three Water Injection Dredgers to extend the versatile Jan De Nul fleet Size doesn’t always matter! After having recently announced the construction of its mega offshore jack-up installation vessel Voltaire, Jan De Nul Group is now proud to extend its fleet with three water injection dredgers (WID). Giovanni Venturi is the first out of three… Read more »

Siemens Gamesa secures two orders in the U.S. for its SG 4.5-145 wind turbine totaling 487 MW

• 241 MW Coyote wind project in Texas, USA • 246 MW Oso Grande wind project in New Mexico, USA • Projects awarded by EDF Renewables • Scope includes supply of 96 SG 4.5-145 and 24 previously sold SWT-2.3-108 Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy was selected by EDF Renewables North America to supply turbines for the… Read more »

AUGUSTA ADVISES ON 300MW OF FRENCH SOLAR DEALS

Specialist financial advisor oversees three deals since December 2018, all involving utility-scale solar projects in France. London, 25 April 2019 – Augusta & Co. (Augusta), a specialist financial adviser to the renewable energy industry, has overseen the sale of a 51.7MW solar portfolio to Tenergie. This marks Augusta’s third solar-based deal in France since December 2018,… Read more »

Deutsche Windtechnik achieves a new milestone: Maintenance for Siemens SWT-3.6 at the Riffgat offshore wind farm

Deutsche Windtechnik has been awarded the contract to provide maintenance for 30 Siemens SWT-3.6-120 wind turbines at the Riffgat offshore wind farm as part of an EU tender procedure that was initiated by EWE Offshore Service und Solutions GmbH (EWE OSS). The contract begins in June 2019. The two companies have been working together closely… Read more »

Ørsted Launch Round 3 of the “Skills Fund” for Coastal Areas of Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and North Norfolk

The third annual round of Ørsted’s East Coast Skills Fund is now open to applications. £55,000 will be available again through an open application process to experienced organisations that can develop and deliver Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) related training or education courses, a one-off event, or a programme of targeted events. The full… Read more »

Ashtead Technology acquires Aqua-Tech Solutions in Gulf of Mexico

Ashtead Technology has today (24th April) announced it has acquired Louisiana based subsea equipment rental and cutting services specialist, Aqua-Tech Solutions, as part of the company’s international growth plans in the USA. The combined business will see clients in the Gulf of Mexico region benefit from a robust and enhanced offering, allowing more timely and… Read more »

Fronius as a partner for the personal energy revolution Taking e-mobility to the next level

(Wels, 24/04/2019) For most people, their personal energy revolution begins with the installation of a PV system on the roof of their home. This allows them not only to cover their domestic energy needs, but also to make use of the entire spectrum of options offered by energy sector integration thanks to the intelligent solutions… Read more »

New solar power manager for farmers, businesses and domestic photovoltaic syste

my-PV launches AC-THOR 9s power controller for hot water and space heating from photovoltaics on the market Neuzeug, Austria, April 24th, 2019. The new power controller AC-THOR 9s can control both electrical room heating and water heaters up to 9 kilowatts of power linearly. It controls three-phase heating elements or up to three electrical heat… Read more »

Young Professionals Green Energy Awards shortlist announced

39 make finals of Young Professionals Green Energy Awards Winners will be announced at black-tie event on May 30 in Glasgow Almost 40 finalists of the 2019 Young Professionals Green Energy Awards are announced today (April 23). More than 100 nominees who’ve worked in Scotland’s renewable energy industry for five years or less were narrowed… Read more »

SeaRoc Group Launches New ‘In-Turbine’ Communications Solution

SeaRoc Group has launched a new, fully portable communications solution that allows technicians to communicate effectively and reliably from within a wind turbine. Reliable communications with technicians working inside wind turbines is critical for safe operations. As radio signals are not able to be detected from within the confines of the turbine because of the… Read more »

DOC successfully completes construction supervision at Trianel Wind Farm Borkum II

Project Phase Inner Array Cable installation in Offshore Wind Farm TWB II finalized. Bremen, April 23, 2019 – After around eight months, TRACTEBEL DOC OFFSHORE GmbH (DOC) has completed construction supervision of the inner array cabling for the Trianel Borkum II Offshore Wind Farm (TWB II) on behalf of Trianel Windkraftwerk Borkum II GmbH &… Read more »

Origami secures multiple UK trials to develop local energy services

London, 23 April 2019 – Origami, the platform provider for energy markets, has announced plans to develop its technology to support delivery of locational-based energy services. Driven by the shift to decentralised energy, the industry is moving to new distribution models, replacing DNOs (distribution network operators) with DSOs (distributed system operators) who will take a… Read more »

Albwardy Damen receives MASTECH award for the new Damen Multibuster 8020

Albwardy Damen has received an award for its innovative design of the new Damen Multibuster 8020 shallow draught, multi-purpose vessel. The award was presented at the MASTECH international marine technical conference, held on board the iconic QE2 floating hotel in the UAE. Albwardy Damen has been developing the Multibuster 8020 offshore workboat for the past… Read more »

WinGD reports strong first quarter as the 2020 sulphur cap draws near

A newbuild order spree of LNG carriers affirms the market leading position of WinGD’s XDF engines.  WinGD is reporting a very solid order intake for the first quarter of 2020 for their low-pressure, dual-fuel two-stroke engines. The maritime industry’s response to the call for tighter environmental regulations combined with the 2020 sulphur cap is steadily… Read more »

Navigant Research Report Shows the Market for Direct Current Power in Energy Efficient Buildings Is Expected to Reach $611 Million in 2028

At the building level, direct current power offers better energy savings and improved reliability when integrating direct current-native resources and loads April 18, 2019 – Boulder, CO – A new report from Navigant Research considers the likely trajectory of markets for direct current (DC) power technologies in commercial buildings, providing global market forecasts for revenue,… Read more »

Q CELLS to introduce Q.PLUS DUO-G5 module at CISOLAR exhibition, Ukraine

‘- Q CELLS’ new multicrystalline half-cell module, the Q.PLUS DUO-G5, will be showcased at Ukraine’s largest solar trade fair, CISOLAR – The Q.PLUS DUO-G5 is an ideal solution for Ukraine’s dynamic utility-scale solar segment and growing C&I sector – Q CELLS’ Head of Sales Eastern Europe, Adrian Kocan, said: “After an extremely encouraging 2018, we… Read more »

GWEC releases Supply Side Data 2018 Report

The Global Wind Energy Council has published the first edition of its annual Global Wind Market Development – Supply Side Data 2018. This report is part of GWEC Market Intelligence service that provides a series of insights and data-based analysis on the development of the wind industry. The services include a market outlook, country profiles and… Read more »

Certification of Arkona Offshore Wind Farm by DNV GL confirms safe and reliable power supply

DNV GL and E.ON/Equinor worked in close partnership to meet ambitious project time line Stralsund, Germany 17th April 2019 – DNV GL today announced that it awarded the Arkona Offshore Wind Farm with the project certificate. The certification was carried out according to the German Federal Maritime and Hydrographic Agency (BSH – Bundesamt für Seeschifffahrt… Read more »

Nordex Group posts order intake of 1.0 gigawatts in Q1 2019

Hamburg, 17 April 2019. The Nordex Group today announced that it recorded continued strong demand for its wind turbine systems in the first three months of 2019, with customers ordering turbines generating a total output of 1,035 megawatts (MW) for wind farms in 13 countries. The latest Delta4000 series accounts for more than 35 percent… Read more »

Siemens Gamesa installs Arkona offshore wind power plant in Germany in record time

• Construction works and installation of 60 SWT-6.0-154 offshore wind turbines with a total capacity of 385 MW sets new standards in German Baltic Sea • Construction works completed in record time of only five months; installation of turbines completed in around three months On April 16, 2019, the Arkona offshore wind power plant was… Read more »

Navigant Research Report Highlights Nascent Market for Electric Trucks for Long-Haul Freight Applications

Electric long-haul solutions must net a convenience advantage over diesel and other alternative fuels to achieve market penetration April 16, 2019 – Boulder, CO – A new report from Navigant Research analyzes the current state of the electric heavy duty (eHD) long-haul truck market. Electrification has been moving swiftly through the commercial vehicle market. Established… Read more »

RENEWABLE ENERGY INDUSTRY RECIEVES TRAINING AND SKILLS BOOST AS ALTITEC ACADEMY OPENS IN VICTORIA

Global wind turbine rotor blade repair and maintenance specialist, Altitec, opens its latest technician training academy at new facilities in Victoria, Australia Victoria, Tuesday 16th April 2019 – Altitec, the leading provider of wind turbine rotor blade repair and maintenance services and technician training, today announces the opening of a Altitec Academy in Australia. The… Read more »

Wi-SUN Alliance marks a year of strong growth in membership and 91 million devices awarded globally

Wi-SUN Alliance, a global ecosystem of member companies seeking to accelerate the implementation of open standards-based Field Area Networks (FAN) and the Internet of Things (IoT), has marked a year of strong growth in its membership and a number of major milestones, including the launch of its FAN certification program and the first FAN certified products…. Read more »