Siemens Gamesa to Test ‘World’s Most Powerful’ Wind Turbine Prototype in Denmark

(OW) Siemens Gamesa will install and test what has been described by the European Union (EU) as the “world’s most powerful offshore wind turbine prototype” at the Østerild National Test Centre in Denmark, before later starting full-scale production of its “next-generation” offshore wind turbine model. The wind turbine manufacturer did not disclose what rating the new turbine will have although it... Continue Reading →

China’s Mingyang unveils the ‘world’s largest,’ most powerful wind turbine — and it’s able to withstand typhoons

(TCD) The designation of “world’s largest” wind turbine seems to be a fleeting recognition, as innovations taking the tech to new heights frequently make headlines. Some of the latest windcatchers also leverage wood, unique shapes, and extreme designs to create electricity. The latest turbine coming from China’s Mingyang Smart Energy is made for higher gusts and can... Continue Reading →

Wood Secures Trion FPU Topsides Job

(OE) UK engineering company Wood has secured a contract from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries for detailed engineering of the topsides facilities on Woodside Energy's Trion floating production unit (FPU) in the Gulf of Mexico. When complete, Trion will have a production capacity of 100,000 barrels per day and connect to a 950,000 barrel capacity floating... Continue Reading →

Colombia, AFRY assessing offshore wind trading measures

(OM) AFRY will support the Colombian government to develop offtake mechanisms for commercialization of offshore wind energy, according to a late December announcement. In 2022 the government established the regulatory framework for the country’s first seabed leasing process. Definition of mechanisms for trading offshore wind energy will help provide financial stability and certainty for the... Continue Reading →

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