The Marine Energy Taskforce (MET), a 12-month initiative commissioned by the UK Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), has entered its second phase following a meeting in Cardiff. Launched in June by UK Energy Minister Michael Shanks, the MET is tasked with developing recommendations a
The Government of the Canary Islands has declared the DESALIFE project a strategic initiative for the region, recognizing it as a “highly innovative and sustainable project, with strong strategic relevance and proven technical feasibility.” According to Ocean Oasis, this recognition marks a mileston
Dubai-based offshore vessel operator Astro Offshore, an Adani Group company, has welcomed a multipurpose support vessel (MPSV) to its fleet to enhance its offshore support and subsea capabilities. The 88-meter DP2 diesel electric MPSV Astro Achernar offers accommodation for 222 personnel and a 100-t
UK’s national innovation agency Innovate UK has awarded a £750,000 (approximately €861,630) grant to a Wiltshire-based company to help advance the technology readiness and performance of its ‘sea snake’ wave energy converter (WEC) and pave the way for future sea trials at the Welsh Marine Energy Tes
Jan De Nul has launched its first XL cable-laying vessel (CLV), Fleeming Jenkin, with the final vessel construction phase now starting, including sea trials. Jan De Nul announced in October 2023 that it had placed an order for Fleeming Jenkin at China’s CMHI Haimen shipyard, followed by an order for
The German International Cooperation Society (GIZ) has signed a PPP agreement with Neuman & Esser South East Asia (NEA SEA) and French HDF Energy to decarbonize Indonesia’s inter-island ferries to further scale the development of the country’s green hydrogen ecosystem.
Swedish tidal energy developer Minesto has taken part in a high-level delegation visit to South Korea, a country that the company finds highly attractive due to its “extensive tidal and ocean current resources”. Minesto CEO Martin Edlund was part of a Swedish high-level delegation to South Korea aim
A coalition of businesses has formed the UK Ammonia Alliance (UKAA) to drive adoption of low-carbon ammonia across industry, energy, agriculture, and transport to support the UK’s energy security, decarbonization, and economic growth.
French floating solar company HelioRec is looking to strengthen its global footprint by partnering with distributors and commercial representatives for its floating solar systems. According to the company, its patented technology is designed for lakes and nearshore areas, providing a “reliable and c
French floating solar developer Ciel & Terre has rolled out its new floating solar technology, Fusio, designed to boost performance, scalability, and operational efficiency in large-scale floating photovoltaic (FPV) projects. Building on 15 years of experience since introducing its Hydrelio system,
Norway’s Reach Subsea has secured a trading permit to operate its Reach Remote 1 uncrewed surface vessel (USV) entirely through remote operations without a support vessel, marking an important step towards full certification. The permit, issued by the Norwegian Maritime Authorities with technical va
The University of Western Australia (UWA) Coastal and Offshore Research Laboratory (CORL) has launched the Ocean Innovation Challenge, offering startups and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) a chance to access a full week of free testing at its ocean research facilities. According to UWA CORL, the
Oslo-headquartered Fred. Olsen 1848 has unveiled its Tension Buoy concept, designed to maintain stable mooring tension for floating solar installations in reservoirs and hydropower dams with large water-level variations. The solution addresses one of the main technical barriers to pairing floating
Voltai, a Canadian cleantech company focused on ocean and renewable energy solutions, has closed an oversubscribed $1.83 million pre-seed financing round. Invest Nova Scotia led the round, with additional participation from an angel investor group headed by Mahir Sahin, former advisor to Alphabet’s
