Teledyne BlueView, the world leader in compact acoustic imaging and measurement technology made its initial shipments of the smallest, full-featured 2D Multibeam Imaging Sonar systems, the M Series. Shipments of the all new M Series sonar included Global Diving & Salvage, Seattle, WA, and Oceanograp
OTT Hydrometry has launched a new portable current meter for fast accurate flow measurements in open channels. The OTT MF Pro is robust, simple to use and able to provide accurate measurements in shallow or low flow conditions, even in turbulent, high sediment or at sites where weed growth is an iss
In April 2011, the Fraser Titan, a triple screw 2300 m3 dredger, was converted to Thordon RiverTough water lubricated propeller shaft bearings from an oil lubricated system. The previous oil lubricated system had many issues – frequent maintenance of aft seals, water ingress contaminating the lubric
MonoBase Wind presented a new way to install a gravity base using advanced technology developed in the offshore Oil and Gas industry at the Offshore Energy 2012 conference. Many gravity base solutions are available to the offshore wind industry but the main challenge to deeper water and larger turbi
MonoBase Wind presented a new way to install a gravity base using advanced technology developed in the offshore Oil and Gas industry at the Offshore Energy 2012 conference. Many gravity base solutions are available to the offshore wind industry but the main challenge to deeper water and larger turbi
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District is seeking eligible businesses to provide for the emergent support requirements and the yearly maintenance and overhaul/dry-docking of the USACE Trailing Suction Hopper Dredge YAQUINA. YAQUINA has Overall Length of 200 ft, a Beam of 58 ft, a Normal
Over the next couple of months, Deltares will be performing a large number of tests with the different types of toe construction used in building harbour dams. The aim of this research is to draw up a more accurate calculation method for constructing dam toes. Various constructions will be tested un
Damen delivered a floating booster station to a Chinese contractor working on a Middle Eastern job. The design of the containerized booster and the pontoons is based on maximizing the versatility of the complete unit, yet keeping transport practical and affordable. The booster station, type BS750, i
Jukka-Pekka Mäkinen, President and CEO of The Switch, writes about the company’s growth, which is an achievement of a good strategy and business concept: Last month’s HUSUM WindEnergy 2012 exhibition gave us firm proof that the wind power business is moving ahead again. We’re seeing movement from al
As DSC celebrates its 20th Anniversary, the Company takes time to reflect on its productivity throughout their milestone year. A leading designer and manufacturer of cutter suction, clamshell, and underwater pump mining dredges, DSC now operates four manufacturing facilities across the US and contin
Many countries are turning to solar technology and renewable energy because of a need for alternative energy sources and environmental concerns. To help meet these needs, DNV has developed SUNdy, a large-scale offshore solar field concept which has been launched at Singapore International Energy Wee
AMSC, a global solutions provider serving wind and grid leaders, has announced that China’s Supreme People’s Court has scheduled a hearing for October 26, 2012 regarding one of AMSC’s copyright infringement cases against Sinovel Wind Group Co., Ltd. (Sinovel). The hearing relates to the Beijing No.
AMSC, a global solutions provider serving wind and grid leaders, has announced that China’s Supreme People’s Court has scheduled a hearing for October 26, 2012 regarding one of AMSC’s copyright infringement cases against Sinovel Wind Group Co., Ltd. (Sinovel). The hearing relates to the Beijing No.
John Best, Head of Sustainable Energy from James Fisher and Sons plc, spoke about future offshore wind turbine foundation needs at Offshore Energy Conference today. Starting his presentation, Mr. Best pointed out that there is a vast amount of information on this “fascinating and huge subject” and p
