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Release the brakes FOR THE PREVIOUS OFFSHORE INDUSTRY EDITION, I SPOKE WITH MANAGING DIRECTOR OF IRO SANDER VERGOESEN ONLY JUST BEFORE THE NETHERLANDS, LIKE MANY OTHER COUNTRIES, BECAME A VICTIM OF the COVID-19 virus. At the same time, oil prices dropped dramatically. And so all of a sudden, the world and our industry was turned upside down. Unaware of what was going to happen after the interview, we were both quite optimistic about the near future as we expected that our industry, being strong and agile and having conquered many crises before, would soon recover. Things went very fast after the interview. Both public life and the economy are slowly restarting in lots of countries, while other regions are still in lock-down mode. On top of this, oil prices still remain low. It is a natural response for most of us to step on the brakes in such challenging times. Not knowing what the future holds makes people cautious. On the other hand, most of us know that we are all part of some supply chain and when the brakes are on somewhere up front, the entire process within the chain will grind to a halt. Many projects that started before the crisis are currently still running and let’s hope that new projects will follow so business in the offshore industry’s supply chain can continue. Let us hence soon release the brakes. Our industry – oil & gas, renewables, decommissioning, ocean mining, and everything related – has huge potential and forms the backbone for ample economies. When reading this issue, one will notice there are still plenty of positive stories to tell. Corona will probably never disappear, and oil prices will keep on fluctuating. But let these positive stories show us the right direction… back to the new normal and all in good health for people and business. Enjoy reading! Arno Dirkzwager EDITOR ARNO@YNFPUBLISHERS.COM

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NEWS IN BRIEF 900% rise in remote rig inspection demand Classification society Bureau Veritas is reporting a 900% rise in demand for the remote inspection of offshore assets and equipment since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Bureau Veritas says requests for its remote inspection, certification, examination, and verification services have escalated from a ‘want’ to a ‘need’ this year, as businesses seek to keep employees safe from the coronavirus. Inspections and verification are vital for offshore companies to comply with legislation and ensure the efficiency and performance of their assets and equipment. Through the use of mobile cameras and existing personnel, Bureau Veritas employees can remotely carry out these essential services onshore, limiting close contact and reducing the need for travel. i. bureauveritas.com/marine-and-offshore

DeepGreen acquires third seabed exploration area DeepGreen Metals has acquired Tonga Offshore Mining Limited (TOML), giving the company exploration rights to a 74,713km2 block of CCZ seabed that contains an inferred resource of 756 million wet tonnes of polymetallic nodules. The acquisition of a third exploration area, together with the news that DeepGreen’s offshore engineering partner Allseas has acquired a former ultra-deepwater drill ship for conversion to a polymetallic nodule collection vessel, makes DeepGreen a front-runner in a new industry that promises to reshape how critical battery metals are sourced, processed, and ultimately recycled. The acquisition expands DeepGreen’s extensive library of CCZ deep-sea data, with 10,450 preserved biological samples, 3,153 line-kilometres of seabed images, and 115,591km2 of high-resolution bathymetric data. i. deep.green

Kotug acquires full ownership of Marsol Kotug International has completed the 100% acquisition of Marsol International, an offshore and marine terminal service centre specialised in offshore single point mooring (SPM) terminals, and related infrastructure. The acquisition is a strategic addition to Kotug’s portfolio in the worldwide offshore industry and will strengthen Kotug’s position in the maritime services industry in the Middle East. The core business of Marsol is integrity management-based commercial and technical marine service solutions for SPM & offshore terminals. Over the years, Marsol’s management has operated on 32 offshore marine terminals in more than twenty countries. Marsol’s operational headquarters are based in Dubai. The daily management of Marsol will be in the hands of Willem de Vries, Area Representative for Kotug’s Middle East office in Dubai. i. kotug.com | Read more on offshore-industry.eu

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NEWS IN BRIEF NHV opens helicopter base at Zeeland Airport NHV has started its helicopter services in support of Ørsted’s Borssele I & II offshore windfarm. The flights depart from NHV’s recently installed base at Zeeland Airport (Arnemuiden, the Netherlands) to the windfarm, which is located 23km off the Dutch coast. For these operations, NHV has taken delivery of a new H145 aircraft, the latest Airbus Helicopter 4t-class twinengine rotorcraft. With its high hoisting and hover performance and small footprint, the H145 can operate in performance class 1 conditions, while its compact airframe can manoeuvre in the confined environments of offshore windfarms. The contract fits into NHV’s long-term strategy to broaden its range of services to the energy market. NHV Group also supports offshore windfarms out of Aberdeen and Ostend. i. nhv.be

Pulse wins Greater Changhua offshore windfarm contract Pulse Structural Monitoring, an Acteon company, signed its first major contract for the provision of digital structural monitoring and insight services and equipment on an offshore windfarm. The contract, which provides for the design, fabrication, yard installation, and commissioning of its market-leading monitoring instrumentation on three wind turbine foundations to be installed offshore Taiwan, was awarded by global offshore wind company Ørsted. Pulse will supply its cutting-edge NX2 digital platform for acquiring a range of high-quality measurements that include bending and torsional strain, inclination, displacement, and acceleration in key components of the jacket legs, nodes, and wind turbine generator towers. This Acteon-integrated solution will also include the provision of corrosion and anode monitoring equipment to provide Ørsted with the full package of digital measurement data required. Deepwater, another Acteon Group company, is working with Pulse to provide anode monitoring systems. i. pulse-monitoring.com

Schottel to power next service SOV for Louis Dreyfus Armateurs French shipping company Louis Dreyfus Armateurs has selected Schottel to supply a range of propulsion systems for its second windfarm service operation vessel (SOV) Wind of Hope. The new walk-to-work vessel is currently under construction at Cemre shipyard in Turkey and will enter service operating under a longterm contract with Ørsted. The vessel is powered by four diesel generators that drive the electric motors of the Schottel propulsion package. Two Schottel Rudderpropellers type SRP 430 FP will be installed at the stern. Two Schottel Transverse Thrusters type STT 6 FP at the bow and one Schottel Retractable Rudderpropeller type SRP 260 R FP will allow for better manoeuvrability during dynamic positioning. i. schottel.com | Read more on offshore-industry.eu

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NEWS IN BRIEF Sparrows gets UKAS accreditation for global inspection services Sparrows Group has enhanced its reputation for inspection services with a United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) accreditation. The global provider of specialist equipment and integrated engineering services achieved the UKAS certification to the ISO/IEC 17020 standard for its onshore and offshore inspection activities after a three-day audit at its Aberdeen headquarters. Sparrows has been accredited for provision of thorough examination of lifting equipment under LOLER 98, inspection of work equipment under PUWER 98, and non-destructive testing. The accreditation follows a DNV GL certification, which was also secured by the company this year. Sparrows gained approval to undertake Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) on bolts, pins, and shafts, a technique that allows these components to be inspected in-situ. i. sparrowsgroup.com

Van Oord selected for transport and installation works at Saint-Brieuc Ailes Marines, in charge of the development, construction, installation, and operation of the Saint-Brieuc offshore windfarm, has selected Dutch marine contractor Van Oord to transport and install the 62 jacket foundations (steel lattice structure) and foundation piles for the offshore substation. Van Oord will start the offshore operations in 2021 with the installation of the pin piles using its offshore installation vessel Aeolus, which will be assisted by a second vessel in 2022 to install jackets foundations that will be manufactured in Fene, Spain and in Brest, France. Van Oord has been awarded an early works contract as per December 2019 in order to expedite the design and engineering. Construction on the subsea drilling template has already started and is scheduled to be delivered in Q4 2020. i. vanoord.com

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Taking big steps THE ASIA WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION

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Edgare Kerkwijk, Board Member of the Asia Wind Energy Association.

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ALTHOUGH OFFSHORE WIND IN MANY ASIA-PACIFIC COUNTRIES IS STILL IN ITS INFANCY, IT IS EXPECTED THAT WITHIN ONLY A FEW YEARS THE REGION WILL SURPASS EUROPE AS LARGEST PRODUCER OF offshore wind energy, with China playing a leading role in this. According to Edgare Kerkwijk, Board Member of the Asia Wind Energy Association (AsiaWEA), offshore wind is the most important renewable energy source for realising a solid energy transition within the Asia-Pacific region.

ounded in 2017 and based in Singapore, AsiaWEA operates as a trade association for its 350 members. “Our members consist of a broad range of organisations and companies from mainly Europe and the Asia-Pacific”, Mr Kerkwijk says. “Our mission is ‘to promote and support governmental, organisational, and private levels of engagement, while encouraging the growth and expansion in the wind energy sector in the Asia-Pacific’. At AsiaWEA we focus on facilitating international and national policies and promoting development of technology, infrastructure, and dialogue. For this we provide a platform to increase collaboration within the wind energy sector in the Asia-Pacific region, and in order to promote the use of wind energy, it is also most important to communicate with the various stakeholders, as this raises awareness.”

AsiaWEA’s role

Offshore windpower per region in GW.

Year

Asia

Europe

Total

2018

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3,6

6,1

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2,3

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2023e

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5,5

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It is expected that within just a few years, Asia-Pacific will surpass Europe as largest producer of offshore wind energy, with China playing a leading role in this.

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For achieving its goals, the association sends out daily and weekly newsletters and organises regular industry networks events. It also has a lobbying role towards the relevant authorities in the region in favour of the onshore and offshore wind industry. “With so many countries in the region that all have their own rules and regulations and that all follow different roads towards realising their sustainability goals, it is challenging to promote a common policy for promoting the wind industry towards authorities”, Mr Kerkwijk explains. “That is why we often organise events with our members in the various countries and then invite representatives of the specific governments. The relevant authorities can then hear from both us and the wind energy experts from our members about the opportunities of wind energy, and how our members can contribute.” Other than this, the association also organises conferences, round tables, and breakfast meetings, as well as one-day matchmaking events. “It is clear that these events, which we organise in Europe too, are very useful and provide efficient network opportunities for the industry”, states Mr Kerkwijk. AsiaWEA altogether organised 22 events in 2019.

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bottom fixed. The number of offshore projects is still very modest and for the upcoming years it will be a matter of picking low-hanging fruit: bottom fixed projects not far from shore that are relatively easy to construct due to the high level of expertise built up in Europe. An exception in this might be Japan. “Bottom fixed turbines in this country will not reach more than approximately 10GW,” Mr Kerkwijk explains, “whereas there is a huge potential to grow to 220GW by means of floating offshore windfarms.”

Not efficient

Source: GWEC Global Wind Report 2019.

The offshore wind targets for 2030 per province show China’s ambitious goals.

Switch to offshore wind

Onshore wind energy has played a relevant role in the energy supply in the Asia-Pacific region for decades and in the past few years, various governments have decided to switch their target to offshore. “In many countries in our region,” notes Mr Kerkwijk, “onshore wind and solar energy are widespread renewable energy sources. More and more countries opt for offshore wind for various reasons. Taiwan for example wants to replace around 5GW of nuclear energy with renewable energy. It is impossible to construct enough large scale solar and windfarms onshore. This means that ample small-scale projects would be

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necessary to realise 5GW, resulting in a very inefficient, time, and money-consuming exercise. Large offshore projects are much easier to realise. Space is not an issue and there are already plenty of companies that have built up a lot of experience in the construction, operation, and maintenance of large offshore windfarms.” Mr Kerkwijk continues, “Other countries chose for offshore wind because onshore there is too much competition with agriculture and population for the necessary space. Finally, the output of offshore wind compared with onshore wind is much higher in various countries.” Like in Europe, most offshore windfarms in the Asia-Pacific region are

Although most countries in the Asian-Pacific countries are positive about the development of offshore wind, the policies of many governments are not very efficient regarding the actual realisation of offshore windfarms. “First of all,” comments Mr Kerkwijk, “there is lack of consistency in the region. Each country has its own rules and ideas. An efficient supply chain like in Europe will hence be hard to realise. Building an offshore windfarm is not the same as an onshore windfarm and in most countries, there is not much available knowledge for offshore construction. Some countries of course make use of the expertise of the European players in the field, yet other countries are reluctant to do so. They want to promote their own industry. This certainly makes sense, but the risk of reinventing the wheel is high.” Mr Kerkwijk continues, “Taiwan is a good example of a country that made use of European experience. Based on this, they have been able to start an industry of their own with more and more local content, such as the construction of offshore support vessels and foundations. In Singapore, the extensive maritime cluster with a long history in oil & gas and transport is now moving towards offshore renewables, constructing substations, and CTVs. Lots of Japanese investors have been financially involved in offshore wind projects. For the development of offshore wind in Japan, they are now seeking to establish joint ventures with European partners such as Ørsted, Shell, and RWE. South Korea first wanted to keep everything in their own hands. Without any success, they kept on trying to build their own reliable offshore turbines. They have now opened up the market for others in order to further develop offshore wind.”

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OFFSHORE REGIONS: ASIA-PACIFIC Asia-Pacific offshore windfarms.

Country

Total number of projects

Australia

China

304

India

Operational

Ready to operate

Under construction

Consented or applied for consent

Under development 2

193 17

Japan

South Korea

Taiwan

Vietnam

82 1

56 67

Source: 4coffshore.com.

Fit for offshore wind

Mr Kerkwijk continues, “China is in fact the only Asian country that successfully manages to do everything itself. Looking at offshore wind, they are really taking off. They currently have 22 operating installation vessels and seven under construction. These figures show that this country has unlimited resources. Today, aiming at the installation of 43GW by 2023, China’s industry solely focussing on the domestic market, but it can be expected that its products will also be exported at a later stage.” According to Mr Kerkwijk, not every country in the region is fit for offshore wind. “In India, competition from onshore wind and solar energy is very high as the costs of these are much lower compared with offshore wind. Furthermore, the natural circumstances at sea are not ideal for offshore wind, resulting in a relatively low energy output. The situation is more or less the same in Australia. At present, only one 2GW project is being developed, which is peanuts compared with the 98GW of onshore wind and solar projects that are under development. I suspect offshore wind to expand in Australia only when hydrogen energy becomes competitive.”

world. Our region is competing with, for example, the US for European know-how. For most European companies it is not feasible to operate both in the US and in our part of the world. This is too expensive for them and they must make a strategic decision to do business in our region.” With regard to the COVID-19 crisis, Mr Kerkwijk sees both threads and opportunities. “The existing projects are still going on, although at a slower pace caused by delays in the supply chain and governmental restrictions. Things are different for new projects. In Japan, for example, a tender procedure might be postponed, as it is simply too complicated for companies to join a tender with everyone working from home. On the other hand, lots of people expect the world to look different after the corona crisis, and renewable energy

will probably play an even more important role. Investing in the construction of new offshore windfarms could also act as an accelerator for ample economies worldwide.”

Paving the path

Mr Kerkwijk looks towards the future of offshore wind in the Asian-Pacific region with confidence. “With projects in aforementioned countries, but also with potential projects in Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam, offshore wind will be taking big steps. For the next twenty years, the Asian-Pacific region will have a lot of potential for the European offshore industry and we are looking forward to helping them by paving the path.” i. asiawind.org

Additional challenges

Apart from the aforementioned protective measures and the lack of consistency in rules and regulations, Mr Kerkwijk sees several additional challenges. “Our region can rely on European partners for building up experience and knowledge. A major issue is however the lack of skilled labour, which can be a big threat for the construction and maintenance of offshore windfarms. Without the right people, the region will always depend on others and it is of great importance to train local people with the help of European partners. Another challenge is the fact that offshore wind is developing all over the

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Source: GWEC Global Wind Report 2019.

Offshore wind promotion zones announced in July 2019: Japan has a huge potential to grow to 220GW by means of floating offshore windfarms.

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Looking for opportunities MOST VESSELS USED IN THE OFFSHORE INDUSTRY NEED MORE SERVICE THAN ANY OTHER TYPE OF VESSEL. THEY NEED TO BE MOBILISED for each new project and require more maintenance because of the harsh working conditions. This demands a specialised approach. ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF ROYAL ROOS/ LINDA DE LEUR.

oyal Roos is a relatively young maritime engineering company that provides services to, among others, the offshore and dredging industry. The company takes care of engineering, preparation, and supervision of demanding repair, modification and construction projects. To be able to better meet customer demand, the decision was made to move to a new location in the port of Rotterdam. Founder, owner, and Naval Architect Fulko Roos gives his view on the company’s recent move.

Ample room

“About ten years ago we started our activities in the port of Rotterdam and after a few years of growth, we concluded that this location did not provide sufficient room to expand. We then had the opportunity to

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move to another location in the port area with its own quay facilities and ample of available space. We could start our activities on our new premises in April of this year”, Mr Roos says. The new location consists of an 300m2 office on top of a 1,000m2 construction hall. The building is located next to a 225m long quay with a 10m draught. Behind the quay lies plenty of room for storage of parts and equipment. “With our new location, we can expand and better service our customers and this has already paid off with the arrival of DEME Offshore’s Rollingstone vessel. We offer DEME project support consisting of storage space and COVID-19-proof workspace for (sub)contractors, including engineering services.”

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Overview of the construction hall.

Complex vessels

The building is located next to a 225m long quay with a 10m draught.

One of the spearheads of Royal Roos is the repair and modification works for Life Time Extension (LTE), conversion, (de) mobilisation, and class renewal of vessels and offshore structures. “We can handle any type of ship,” exclaims Mr Roos. “Though we are specialised in the offshore and dredging industry. Offshore vessels are characterised by the fact that they are complex, for example due to customers’ high safety and quality requirements. A broad range of tasks often needs to be executed in a relatively short time in between projects, and with little time for preparation. This requires a lot of expertise and flexibility and certainly gives us the opportunity to add value to a project.”

Diversification

Fulko Roos, “With our new location we can expand and better service our customers.”

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Apart from repair, maintenance, and modification of vessels and structures, Royal Roos also offers an extensive package of activities. “We are always seeking opportunities to strengthen our market position”, Mr Roos states. “Today, we have to deal with lots of uncertainties and with our diversification, we are able to stand strong. We offer turnkey solutions for retrofitting ballast water treatment systems for any type of vessel, barge or yacht via our UniBallast brand. Many coasters soon need to be replaced, as they do not meet the new environmental rules. Together with Friday Shipbrokers, we have developed a new future-proof innovative type of a small dry

cargo coaster to replace the existing vessels and we are looking for ways to build them in the Netherlands.” Royal Roos is always considering innovative solutions. A fine example of this is the company’s 3D printer. “With our 3D printer, we can print out composite structures of 4x2x1.5m to replace marine steel components. Compared to steel, composite is much lighter and it can handle corrosion better. Another advantage is that composite has a high degree of formability, making it ideal for producing one-offs”, Mr Roos explains.

Dedicated team

One of most important strengths of the company is that Royal Roos can take care of an entire project, from design to construction. “Everything depends on what the customer wants”, Mr Roos voices. “Sometimes we take care of only the design and engineering, such as for example the pedestal that we recently designed for a walk to work gangway. Other customers want us to run the entire project. We recently had an offshore crane upgraded from 40t to 80t and we took care of everything, from design to installation. No project is too big or too small for us. No matter what, our dedicated team of engineers in Rotterdam and Ferrol (Spain) will always seek the ultimate result to help our customers with business.” i. royalroos.com

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One of the current partners in the PIB US programme is Boskalis. Photo courtesy of Boskalis.

Partnering up to advance US offshore wind A BUSINESS COVENANT FROM THE DUTCH PROGRAMME PARTNERS FOR INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS (PIB) FOR THE US OFFSHORE WIND MARKET was recently signed. Despite the coronavirus crisis, the signing was able to go ahead via video call.

he Partners for International Business (PIB) programme allows Dutch businesses to enter into a public-private partnership with the Dutch government to realise international ambitions. In the PIB US, a group of Dutch businesses and knowledge institutions are partnering up to help advance the offshore wind industry in the US. They have the support of the Dutch government. This public-private partnership

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focusses on the exchange of knowledge, network building, and positioning the Dutch industry in the Northeastern USA.

A lot of potential

The development of the offshore wind industry in the US has a lot of potential. The Netherlands has a great deal of expertise and know-how in this area. Because of this, Dutch businesses can secure an important position in this relatively young market. The goal of the PIB group is to establish the Netherlands as a strategic trade and knowledge partner for the American market. The overall objective of PIB US is to establish and strengthen the relations between Dutch businesses and all relevant stakeholders in the North-East and MidAtlantic States of the US. These stakeholders include local public sector and private decision makers, such as developers,

(marine) contractors, local subcontractors, local and national knowledge institutes, wind power and renewable energy associations such as BNOW, AWEA and CESA, and ports and shipyards. With the efforts foreseen in this public-private partnership, we strive to help our US partners with their energy transition.

Focus

In the coming years, the PIB group will focus on: • Knowledge exchange between Dutch and American authorities and knowledge institutes. For example, by sharing information on how the Netherlands sets up offshore wind projects. • Participating in important offshore conventions in the US. • Organising trade missions, matchmaking activities, and knowledge events. For these activities, the group will work with the Dutch

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Partners

The PIB US programme is open to all Dutch businesses and knowledge institutions within the Dutch Offshore Wind Supply chain. The programme currently consists of ten companies: Boskalis, Cape Holland, C-Job Naval Architects, GustoMSC, Pondera, Royal IHC, SiF Group, SPT Offshore, Trelleborg, Ulstein Design & Solutions, and one knowledge institute, Bureau Waardenburg. Arjen Schutten, Managing Director of Holland Home of Wind Energy (HHWE), is the coordinator of the group. HHWE is the independent export association for Dutch (-based) wind power companies. HHWE represents, supports, and unites its members in pioneering emerging wind markets across the globe.

MoU

The Netherlands-US cooperation in the offshore wind energy sector is also shaped by the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Foreign Trade and Development and the US Department of Interior â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) which came in place in April 2019. Through the MoU, both partners work on sharing knowledge, experiences, and best practices within the offshore wind sector. Exchanged topics include policy exchange, risk management, environmental and ecological impact of offshore wind parks, stakeholder management, and cost reduction.

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The development of the offshore wind industry in the US has ample potential. PIB US focusses on the exchange of knowledge, network building, and positioning the Dutch industry in the Northeastern USA.

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OFFSHORE REGIONS: ASIA-PACIFIC

A 1,500t crane vessel has been engaged to lift the jackets onto a heavy transport vessel.

Demonstrating expertise JAN DE NUL CONSTRUCTS TAIWAN OFFSHORE WINDFARMS IN THE ASIA-PACIFIC REGION, MANY COUNTRIES ARE AIMING AT OFFSHORE WIND FOR ENERGY TRANSITION. THIS IS AN EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY FOR EUROPEAN CONTRACTORS TO SHOW THEIR EXPERTISE IN OFFSHORE WINDFARM CONSTRUCTION. Luxembourg maritime contractor Jan De Nul Group has been active in the region for some years now and Changhua Offshore Windfarm (also known as TPC Offshore Windfarm Phase 1 Project-Demonstration) is one of the projects the company is currently involved in. ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF JAN DE NUL.

he Changhua Offshore Windfarm EPCI contract was awarded to the Consortium Jan De Nul-Hitachi on 30 April 2018. The project entails the manufacturing and installation of 21 5.2MW offshore wind turbines (for a total energy production of 110MW) for the Changhua Offshore Windfarm, off the coast of Fangyuan in Central Western Taiwan. The works also include manufacturing and installation of all foundations, cables, WTGs, and electrical installations, as well as operation and maintenance of the OWF for a five-year period.

Cyclonic waves and winds

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installation of the cables off and onshore, the upgrading of the substation, and for any operation and maintenance related to these works. Hitachi is in charge of manufacturing, assembly, operation and maintenance (O&M), and other works related to offshore wind turbines with downwind rotor. One specific feature of the design is that the foundations and wind turbines are designed to withstand cyclonic waves and winds, as well as earthquake loads. Manufacturing of the wind turbines was mainly planned during 2019 in order to deliver them by early 2020. Test operation of the equipment is targeted to start this Summer and completion is scheduled for the end of December.

Fangyuan

For the offshore windfarm, 21 jackets of 60m high, each weighing more than 1,100t and together comprising approximately 22,000t of steel, have been manufactured at the South Korean Shipyard Company Samkang. The jackets also include the transition piece (TP) for the installation of the 5.2MW turbines. The TPs have a maximum diameter of 5.40m and a maximum height of 7m. Construction of the jackets started in the Summer of 2019. The first ones were ready for load-out to Taiwan

in early May 2020. Jan De Nul Group has signed a contract with Hunghua Construction of Taiwan for this overseas transport. A 1,500t crane vessel has been engaged to lift the jackets onto a heavy transport vessel, which will then sail to the destination approximately 8km off the coast of Fangyuan in Central Western Taiwan, where Jan De Nul Group will be responsible for their installation.

Taiwan-made pin piles

Each jacket will be attached to the seabed with four pin piles. The pin piles have a diameter of 3.1m, a maximum length of 82m, and a maximum weight of 310t. Eighty of them were manufactured at a South Korean fabrication yard managed by Scottish company Edgen Murray. The first load-out took place mid-April. Four pin piles have been manufactured in Taiwan by steel fabricator Ming Rong Yuan Business. These pin piles are the very first Taiwan-made foundation components for offshore windfarms in the country. The consortium hereby demonstrated its commitment to make use of the local supply chain as much as possible. Upon arrival in Taiwan, the 80 pin piles from South Korea will be custom cleared before travelling to the offshore location. Once the jackets are put in place

and anchored with the pin piles, Jan De Nul can start with the installation of the Hitachi turbines.

Cable installation

In August 2018, the project kicked off with the execution of onshore cable installation works to connect the 13km stretch between the existing onshore sub-station and the cable interface near shore where the land cables are connected to the subsea cable. Approximately 3.5km out of the 13km required horizontal directional drilling for installing underground pipes. The remainder of the stretch has been covered by traditional reinforced concrete duct banks and some 50 prefabricated manholes. Works were executed by Taiwanese subcontractor Star Energy Corporation and took just one and a half years. Subsequently, a total of 164km of land cable has been laid by Jan De Nulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Subcontractor Chung-Hsin Electric & Machinery Manufacturing Corp., which was also in charge of the supply and installation of electrical equipment for the onshore substation. The connecting submarine cable will be installed in the course of 2020 by Jan De Nulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vessels Isaac Newton and Willem de Vlamingh. i. jandenul.com

First load-out of pin piles for the Changhua offshore windfarm took place mid-April.

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A challenging future

GRONINGEN SEAPORTS, LOCATED IN THE NORTH OF THE NETHERLANDS CLOSE TO LOTS OF OFFSHORE WIND PROJECTS, HAS MANY ASSETS FOR SERVICING OUR INDUSTRY. WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE new BOW Terminal at Eemshaven nearing completion, the port will further strengthen its proposition. ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF BOW TERMINAL UNLESS STATED OTHERWISE.

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Preparation of the terrain for carrying loads up to 30t per m2.

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ith the current uncertain market situation, it looks as though the terminal will soon be off to a false start. Managing Director of BOW Terminal Ludolf Reijntjes acknowledges that the timing might seem bad. “So far, with various windfarms under construction, the offshore wind business is still ongoing”, he states. “However, it remains uncertain what will happen when, due to the many COVID-19 restrictions, producers may no longer be able to supply the industry with the parts and pieces needed. This could result in serious delays. The inability to change crews of, for example, the offshore installation and heavy lift vessels, might also cause problems. If this situation lasts too long, it may lead to postponing projects, which will weigh heavily on the industry.”

Good faith

Still, Mr Reijntjes knows that the current market situation will not affect the future success of the new terminal. According to him, the longer term has always been the reference point for its shareholders. “When looking at our new terminal,” he continues, “we have good faith. Our shareholders have decided to invest in Eemshaven with the knowledge that in the upcoming decade, many offshore windfarms will be constructed in the North Sea and that the Eemshaven location has ample benefits

when looking at these projects. It is true that if an opportunity arises for renting our terminal, we will not let this pass, though our aim is to first finish the terminal. Only after that will we start promoting this new facility on a higher level.”

Hornsea Two

Our con-colleagues in Eemshaven recently announced that it has been granted the contract to act as base port for the construction of Hornsea Two, and Mr Reijntjes admits that this was a bit of a disappointment to him. “I think that with our new terminal, we would have been an excellent partner for DEME in this project. Nevertheless, like in any business, you win some, you lose some and meanwhile we have been offering our con-colleagues our help in case they need it. I am convinced that whenever possible, working together instead of working against each other will make the proposition of BOW Terminal Eemshaven even stronger. In the end, we will all profit from this.”

Sixteen meter draught

The construction of the new BOW Terminal is well underway. “In Eemshaven we will have a terrain of 10ha available, with an option of an additional 12ha”, comments Mr Reijntjes. “Quay length is 525m, of which we are allowed to use 220m on an exclusive

BOW Terminal’s shareholders have decided to invest in Eemshaven with the knowledge that in the upcoming decade, many offshore windfarms will be constructed in the North Sea and that the Eemshaven location has ample benefits when looking at these projects.

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BOW also has a large terminal in Vlissingen (North Sea Port). Photo courtesy of maritimephoto.com.

Ludolf Reijntjes, Managing Director of BOW Terminal, “Over here in the north of the Netherlands, we can build up a strong position as there are not many competing ports around us that can offer the same services.”

basis. We finished upgrading this 220m at the end of last year. Instead of 5t per m2, we can now handle 10t per m2.” This will also help to raise the terrain to the same level as the quay. The contractor is now preparing the terrain for carrying loads up to 30t per m2. For this the terrain will be covered with a 1.20m thick layer of granulate. After this, an asphalt top layer will be laid out. The floor of the basin also

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needs preparation for receiving jack-up vessels. Once operational, we will have a draught of 16m alongside our terminal, which is quite unique for offshore ports.” The terminal will be fully operational in July. “At the end of June or early July, the entire quay and terrain will be ready to use. Our first plan was to prepare 5ha at a time, but we decided to finish the total 10ha in one go. Apart from this, we need to make the terminal ISPS proof and arrange office space. We will use a temporary building for the time being. By the time we will have our launching customer, we expect to opt for a more definite office. As a family-owned company, we are still cautious about spending our money”, says Mr Reijntjes with a smile.

High potential

According to Mr Reijntjes, BOW is aiming at various markets with the terminal at Groningen Seaports. “With our new facility, we can offer services to a broad range of activities in the oil & gas, renewables, and decom market, but is obvious that the offshore wind today has the highest potential for us. Over here in the north of the Netherlands, we can build up a strong

position as there are not many competing ports around us that can offer the same services. From this location, we can assist in projects in Danish, Dutch, German, and UK waters. For the UK it is however true that competing might become more difficult for us if the UK decides to follow the Scottish example of the government heavily promoting local contribution for UK offshore windfarms. I find it strange that we still have no level playing field in Europe.”

Vlissingen

Apart from the Eemshaven at Groningen Seaports, BOW also has a large terminal in Vlissingen (North Sea Port). This terminal is presently almost fully occupied by MHI Vestas. Their project will end at the end of the year, and the terminal will have space for new assignments. “With both terminals, one in the north and one in the south of the Netherlands, we are perfectly located towards the southern and northern part of the North Sea and beyond”, Mr Reijntjes says. “With a pipeline full of new planned windfarms, we are confidently looking forward to a challenging and healthy future.” i. bowterminal.nl

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RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

An innovative subsea cable TENNET DEVELOPS NEW CABLE WITH SUPPLIERS

40% OF THE DUTCH ELECTRICITY WILL COME FROM OFFSHORE WINDFARMS BY 2030. TENNET WILL REALISE THE GRID CONNECTIONS FOR THESE WINDFARMS. ALONGSIDE THE EIGHT 0.7GW AC GRID CONNECTIONS ALREADY PLANNED, TWO 2GW OFFSHORE GRID CONNECTIONS WILL BE built in the IJmuiden Ver wind energy area. Three additional 2GW offshore grid connections in the LanWin and Balwin area will lift TenneT’s offshore grid connection capacity in Germany to more than 17GW until 2030. ALL IMAGES COURTESY OF TENNET.

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2GW offshore grid connection is currently non-existent. Innovation is needed and TenneT invited eight cable suppliers to develop these ‘next level’ subsea cable systems. This new cable system will set a new standard for connecting offshore windfarms. A 525kV HVDC extruded submarine cable system with a 2GW capacity is currently not implemented in any project worldwide. The development programme should result in a certified cable system that TenneT can apply in the IJmuiden Ver, BalWin and LanWin projects, as well as projects using the same power output and voltage. This will reduce costs and minimise spatial impact.

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New standard in submarine cable systems

The eight contractors are Hellenic Cables, LS Cable & System, Nexans Norway, Ningbo Orient Wires & Cables, NKT HV Cables, Prysmian Powerlink, Sumitomo Electric Industries, and Zhongtian Technology Submarine Cable. “It is very positive to see that multiple international cable suppliers are participating in this programme. It shows that the sector is keen to innovate together to produce a new standard for submarine cable systems, substantially reducing cost for society”, says Marco Kuijpers, Director Offshore Projects at TenneT.

Development programme

Besides reducing installation costs, the new subsea cable system is also expected to reduce dredging costs because all cables can be put in a single trench.

To link 2GW offshore grid connections to the onshore grid system requires a suitable (new) certified cable system. This cable system will connect a 2GW platform and a land station. To transport the required 2GW power, a subsea cable system operating at a voltage level 525kV DC using extruded insulation types is needed. All participating cable suppliers will develop and test the cable system within the time frame for the 2GW projects and TenneT will be in close contact with them during the entire process. TenneT expects that the development of the 525kV DC submarine cable system will result in a certified system in Spring 2022. Following this path, the development programme enables both developers and TenneT to deliver a new cable system costefficiently and in time.

Less impact

The need to develop this subsea cable system is derived from the expectation that it will reduce manufacturing and installation costs. Not only for the cable system itself but for the entire grid concept, including the High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) offshore platform and the HVDC land station. TenneT expects the bundled installation to achieve significant cost reductions. Besides reducing installation costs, it is also expected to reduce dredging costs because all cables can be put in a single trench. This approach also results in fewer platforms and land stations, which is not only interesting in financial terms but also ensures that TenneT causes lower emissions and has less spatial and environmental impact.

Next step in energy transition

TenneT is constantly seeking to take steps in the energy transition that can contribute to the offshore targets of safely and costeffectively transporting offshore windfarms. Given the increase in size of the IJmuiden Ver windfarm and the distance to the nearest connection point, it was decided to apply the ‘new’ 525kV 2GW grid concept. This is a logical move after installing eight standard AC connections in capacity of 700MW, bringing the total installed capacity offshore wind connected by TenneT to 9.6GW in the Netherlands alone in 2030. i. tennet.eu

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O&M

ShipSupport finds needle in haystack OFFSHORE AND DREDGING VESSELS CONSIST OF ABUNDANT PARTS. BECAUSE OF THE HARSH CONDITIONS AT SEA THAT THESE TYPES OF VESSELS MUST ENDURE, THE TEAR AND WEAR OF THE PARTS IS RELATIVELY HIGH. LOOKING FOR THE RIGHT SPARE PART CAN BE CHALLENGING. FOUNDED IN 2018 AS A ROYAL IHC SPIN OFF, SHIPSUPPORT FOUND THE OPTIMAL SOLUTION TO END THIS SEARCH FOR A NEEDLE IN A HAYSTACK.

hipSupport is an e-commerce platform for the maritime industry that delivers high-quality spare parts anywhere in the world. “Ordering spare parts should be a simple and efficient process”, states Maaike de Rover, Managing Director and driving force behind the corporate start-up.

Fast at a fair price

“Shipowners, operators, and MROs are constantly managing quotations and suppliers, especially for standardised spare parts. This process adds very little value to the company, whilst it costs them lots of time”, elaborates Ms De Rover. “On ShipSupport.com we can facilitate contracts between parties, allowing companies to do business with multiple partners on one platform.” The website proved to be a success soon after its launch, and an important milestone was reached in September 2019 with one million technical spare parts and consumables available online. Besides reaching agreements with well over 65 suppliers offering more than 2,000 brands, ShipSupport has heavily invested in making its platform even more

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“Most people are used to a digital world”, Ms De Rover says. “They know how to order products on their smartphone and we wanted to create the same easy process in the business to business ordering of spare parts.” One of the biggest advantages of ShipSupport is, according to Ms De Rover, its transparency in prices and delivery times. “At ShipSupport.com you do not need to be

logged in to see our prices and products can be ordered in the same way that you are used to with shops like Amazon. No time is wasted waiting for quotes or managing multiple suppliers. As such, our customers can focus on doing their job and keeping their vessels and equipment operational for years to come.” Ms De Rover continues, “We live in a world where our customers need the best products – fast but at a fair price – and that is what ShipSupport is all about. On top of this, we offer first-class customer support, with 24/7 service worldwide, and we only offer the best quality products from trusted brands.” Another reason why ShipSupport.com appeals to so many international companies is its effect on simplifying supply chains.

Ordering products on MyShop is fast and straightforward. Transparency and openness set the website apart.

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Maaike de Rover, Managing Director and driving force behind the ShipSupport.

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Because of the harsh conditions at sea that offshore vessels must endure, the tear and wear is relatively high. Photo courtesy of Royal IHC.

user-friendly and robust to accommodate further growth.

Three options

Customers can choose from three options. The first one is ordering parts through MyShop. MyShop is created to make the procurement processes more efficient for shipowners. A wide range of relevant maritime products from small bolts to large hydraulic equipment makes it easy to combine items from different product groups and brands, eliminating order splitting and thus saving both money and time. Ordering products on MyShop is swift and straightforward. Transparency and openness truly set the website apart. No registration or membership fees are charged and users always have access to transparent unit prices, volume discounts, and shipping costs for any chosen destination worldwide. Re-ordering is effortless with the use of order templates and thanks to the budget and approval flow settings, one will at all times remain in full control of buyers’ spend. Alongside this open one-stop web shop, the company offers two personalised solutions: MyFleet and MyConnection. MyFleet is a personalised purchasing environment where shipowners can access technical documentation and manuals of all vessels owned, which are translated into digital vessel structures and ready-to-use product lists containing drawing position numbers, prices, and ready-to-ship times.

This allows purchasers to buy the exact right item every time, greatly increasing the accuracy and speed of orders. MyConnection even goes one step further by connecting the existing procurement system of a customer to ShipSupport’s catalogue. This integration does not only make sourcing maritime products more convenient and straightforward, it also helps organisations become more efficient and immediately decrease the order processing costs. “With MyConnection,” Ms De Rover voices, “we take over part of the data management of our customers and manage the suppliers on their behalf. This can be a true game changer for many companies, as they can finally use their procurement software to its fullest potential.”

The next step

Alongside the website’s success, the ShipSupport team is already looking further. “The maritime and offshore industry now know where to find us and they value our service. We are as a next step now thinking of building computer models that will, based on the data in MyFleet, be able to predict when parts need replacing. Maintenance can then be predicted, avoiding expensive delays caused by unexpected failures. As soon as we are able to implement such a system, our customers will have full control over the efficient maintenance of their vessels via just one easy-to-use platform”, Ms De Rover ends. i. shipsupport.com

ShipSupport only offers the best quality products from trusted brands. Photo courtesy of Royal IHC.

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The search for the holy grail MAINTENANCE-FREE SEALING

WITH AMBITIOUS TARGETS SET BY THE GOVERNMENT OF MANY COUNTRIES ALL OVER THE WORLD, OFFSHORE WIND IS GOING TO BE ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT SOURCES OF RENEWABLE ENERGY. CONSTRUCTED AT SEA, THE INSTALLATIONS MUST DEAL WITH HARSH CIRCUMSTANCES THAT AFFECT OPERATIONAL COSTS. ALL IMAGES COURTESY OF FREUDENBERG SEALING TECHNOLOGIES, UNLESS STATED OTHERWISE.

nce they provide energy, offshore turbines require maintenance and technicians hence need to go offshore. This is expensive and not without risk, which is why ample companies are looking for components that are long-lasting. In the best case, they are completely maintenance-free and need no replacement during a turbine’s technical lifetime. International steel construction company Smulders, for example, asked Freudenberg Sealing Technologies to think along to find a maintenance-free sealing solution for the protection of the bolted connection of monopiles (MPs), transition pieces (TPs), and turbine towers. We learn more about this from Jelle Timmers, Project Manager at Smulders, and Patrick De Schryver, Sales Engineer at Freudenberg Sealing Technologies.

Early stage

“Most seals used in the offshore wind industry are more or less universal”, Mr De Schryver explains. “This means that they are a compromise to fit various sizes of bearings. For many, searching for zero maintenance is like searching for the holy grail as this will considerably reduce costs. Throughout the years, we have built a lot of knowledge about sealing solutions in many different industries and our research recently resulted in a maintenance-free seal that we first used in a previous offshore windfarm project. This seal formed the basis for the development of the seal for the Smulders project.” “For us,” Mr De Schryver continues, “it was a big advantage that Smulders contacted us in the beginning of the project at an early stage. We usually join

a project much later and must then deal with fixed specifications that leave us little room, but we were now able to give advice even before the design phase.”

DNV GL approved simulations

The search for a seal that will last for more than 25 years was a real challenge, according to Mr De Schryver. The biggest issue was that it is impossible to really test the seal’s lifespan, as this would take more than 25 years. Freudenberg thus had to find a proper way of simulation that was found in FEM (finite element method) calculations. “With the FEM calculations, we were able to simulate the lifetime of the seals, which finally resulted in the best compound. To guarantee our customers that the tests are reliable and representative, they have been

Valued partner

“As more and more offshore windfarms are non-subsidised projects, operators are seeking ways to cut down costs”, Mr Timmers says. “Limiting the need of maintenance contributes to this goal. As producer of MPs and TPs, one of our challenges in this matter is to improve the protection of bolts that are used for connecting the MPs, TPs, and towers. The protection is important as the impact of water will lead to corrosion of the connections and this will subsequently undermine the turbine’s safe and stable construction. Freudenberg has been a valued partner for us in lots of projects and we contacted them to look for a sealing solution for the Triton Knoll project that will last at least as long as the predicted technical life of the turbines, which is approximately 27 years.”

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To obtain the best result from the seal, the depth of the bearing should accurately match the size of the seal.

Once they provide energy, offshore turbines require maintenance and technicians hence need to go offshore. This is expensive and not without risk.

checked and approved by DNV GL. In other words, our simulations represent the seal’s behaviour in real-time use.”

Little tolerance

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A more generic challenge in the development of the rubber seal to be used in steel construction is that the design characteristics of rubber and steel are in a way contradictory. “In order to get the best protection for bolted connections, the type of rubber used is relatively hard. This leaves little tolerance in dimensions. Even the smallest deviation can result in a bad sealing”, Mr De Schrijver explains. “For steel, on the other hand, the engineers prefer more tolerance. We always have to find some kind of compromise, without loss of the protection quality. Take the bearing, for example. To obtain the best

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One of Smulders’ challenges is to improve the protection of bolts that are used for connecting the MPs, TPs, and towers. Freudenberg has been a valued partner for them in lots of projects.

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result from the seal, the depth of the bearing should accurately match the size of the seal. Steel manufacturers prefer a bearing with as little depth as possible, as this makes the construction stronger.” Mr De Schyver continues, “Being involved in the design of the monopiles at an early stage helped us to find the right compound for the Triton Knoll windfarm. In one single windfarm, almost each monopile foundation differs in dimensions. But the good thing was that once we had found the proper compound, we could use it for the various sizes of structures, not only for wind turbines but for the substation, too.”

Solving issues

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the field of construction and O&M. A point of interest in this issue is the size increase of offshore wind turbines that demand more from the materials used. “Apart from the use of bolts,” says Mr Timmers, “other connection solutions are also developed, such as the slip joint connection. But as construction and maintenance at sea is very expensive, the market is relatively conservative. This is why most operators and contractors opt for existing solutions that are constantly improved, instead of going for something totally new.” The growing size of turbines is certainly challenging for the sealing experts at Freudenberg. “The seal must increase along with the growth of the turbine”, elaborates Mr De Schryver. “However, that is not the only issue. The larger the turbines become,

the more they will be affected by forces such as wind and waves, and a lot is required from our seals in absorbing these movements.” According to Mr De Schryver, solving exactly these types of issues truly distinguishes Freudenberg from any competition. “Our company was founded in 1849. Since the development of our Simmerring Radial Shaft Seal in 1929, we have been working constantly on improving our sealing solutions. Like Smulders, plenty of renowned companies know this and value our collaboration for making their products even better. We have thus become a reliable sealing partner for the offshore industry”, Mr De Schryver concludes. i. fst.com

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One small step for BladeBUG… WALKING TEST SUCCESS FOR NOVEL INSPECT-AND-REPAIR ROBOT All Photos courtesy of ORE Catapult.

THE LATEST ROUND OF TESTING OF THE BLADEBUG INSPECT-ANDREPAIR ROBOT FOR OFFSHORE WIND TURBINE BLADES HAS SUCCESSFULLY concluded at the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult’s National Renewable Energy Centre in Blyth.

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uring the trials in early March, the lightweight robot walked on blade surfaces, proving the stability of its vacuum adhesion technology and its dexterity in adapting its gait to the varying curves of the blades. Ancillary tethers, which would allow the robot to operate for extended periods offshore and enable rapid deployment to and from blades, were proven. With the successful tests, the six-legged blade crawler has now reached a major milestone in its development enabling technical integration

in the ambitious MIMRee system for fully autonomous windfarm operations.

MIMRee

Once integrated in the MIMRee project, BladeBug will operate alongside other robotic and autonomous systems. MIMRee (Multi-Platform Inspection Maintenance and Repair in Extreme Environments) is a EUR 4.8 million consortium project, led by Plant Integrity, that is developing fully autonomous inspection and repair missions

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BladeBUG during testing on wind turbine blade.

BladeBUG navigating curved surfaces.

sense the quality of attachment to blade surfaces. • A human-machine interface developed by Professor Sara Bernardini of Royal Holloway University of London; utilising mission planning technologies used in space exploration. • A novel inspection drone developed by the universities of Bristol and Manchester, and the Thales Halycon autonomous vessel, and a nondestructive testing payload developed by Plant Integrity.

Essential for expansion

to offshore windfarms. An autonomous vessel will act as a launch platform, deploying teams of drones and BladeBUG robots to inspect, test and repair blade surfaces. During the project, BladeBUG will be integrated with: • A robotic repair arm for resurfacing damaged blades that is now fully developed by the Royal College of Art’s Robotic Laboratory. • Wootzano’s novel electronic skin for the blade crawler’s feet that allows it to

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Technologies like BladeBUG, which reduce manual working at offshore windfarms, are an essential ingredient for the expansion of renewable energy, according to Chris Hill, Operational Performance Director at ORE Catapult. “Inspection and maintenance of wind turbines at sea are mammoth tasks for technicians, who largely manually test and repair tens of millions of bolts, thousands of blade surfaces at significant heights above sea level, or as part of the foundations or cables at the seabed. This work is conducted in challenging conditions, subject to delays and downtime. The BladeBUG concept recognises that there is a safer, more costeffective and efficient way of working. If advanced robotics can take on some manual tasks offshore, we can move our future jobs

towards more data-driven, remote supervision onshore – expertise that will be in high demand in the future global economy.”

At fast pace

With this expanding vision for the robot, BladeBUG has also won a place on ORE Catapult’s National Launch Academy initiative, a technology accelerator programme for the offshore wind industry, focusing on near to market solutions. The BladeBUG team has also grown from one to six full-time employees. Chris Cieslak, the founder of BladeBUG, explains the company’s growth since it first entered an ORE Catapult SME incubation programme: “The BladeBUG journey has moved at a fast pace since our first conversations around the concept with ORE Catapult back in 2015. Our latest developments are informed by observers from several global wind industry operators. Their feedback on requirements and regulatory issues is crucial in getting our product to the commercialisation stage. Also, working with ORE Catapult’s National Launch Academy for SMEs entering the offshore renewables arena is helping us translate our technological achievements into a marketable product.” i. bladebug.co.uk

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OIL & GAS

Ten more years for Troll B

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THE AUTHORITIES HAVE GRANTED CONSENT TO OPERATOR EQUINOR AND THE OTHER LICENSEES FOR A TEN-YEAR LIFETIME EXTENSION FOR the Troll B facility in the North Sea. The extended lifetime for Troll B also includes the oil and gas pipelines that were included in the approved Plan for Development and Operation (PDO).

he current consent expires in September this year. The Troll B start-up date was in September 1995. Extension of Troll B’s lifetime to 2030 is one of the potential solutions for further developing gas production from the Troll Vest gas cap, Troll phase three. Nine seismic surveys have been carried out on the Troll field, with the last one completed last summer. All previous surveys have contributed to identify new well targets. The licensees expect the results from processing the data from the latest seismic survey will yield additional well targets. These can be drilled from the subsea templates tied to Troll B. “Extended operation of Troll B secures a foundation for good resource management of significant oil and gas resources from the gigantic Troll field,” says Arvid Østhus, Assistant Director Development and Operations, North Sea in the NPD. The Petroleum Safety Authority has also approved extended operation and believes that Troll B can be safely operated until the end of the licence period, based on an assessment of current technical integrity. This requires maintenance and modifications according to the lifetime extension plan.

40% of total gas reserves

Troll is a field in the northern part of the North Sea. The water depth is 300 - 330m. Troll was discovered in 1979. Located about 60km west of Sognefjorden, the Troll field is the most prolific field on the Norwegian Continental Shelf. Even after twenty years of production, less than half of the reserves have been produced. The field comprises the main Troll Øst and Troll Vest structures

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Extension of Troll B’s lifetime to 2030 is one of the potential solutions for further developing gas production from the Troll Vest gas cap, Troll phase three.

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in blocks 31/2, 31/3, 31/5 and 31/6. Containing about 40% of total gas reserves on the Norwegian continental shelf (NCS), it represents the very cornerstone of Norway’s offshore gas production. Troll is also one of the largest oil fields on the Norwegian continental shelf. Equinor operates the Troll A, B, and C platforms and the landfall pipelines, while Gassco is operator for the gas processing plant at Kollsnes on behalf of Gassled.

Phase 3

The enormous gas reservoirs 1,400m below sea level are expected to produce for at least another seven decades. Troll Phase 3 is currently being developed for the exploration of the large gas reserves in the western part of the Troll field. The field is located about 25km north-west of the Troll A platform. The development concept includes a subsea development system consisting of two subsea templates (each with four well slots), eight production wells, and tie-in to the Troll A platform. Troll Phase 3 will be powered from shore through the Troll A platform, ensuring very low CO2 emissions. The world’s largest pipelaying vessel Allseas’ Solitaire recently completed laying 26km of new pipeline between the Troll A platform and the new subsea

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The world’s largest pipelaying vessel Allseas’ Solitaire recently completed laying 26km of new pipeline between the Troll A platform and the new subsea installations of the Troll Phase 3 project.

installations of the Troll Phase 3 project. Troll Phase 3 is scheduled to come on stream in the second quarter of 2021. i. npd.no i. equinor.com

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OFFSHORE REGIONS: ASIA-PACIFIC

Green Jade, the very first floating heavy lift and installation vessel to be built in Taiwan.

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Taiwan’s first IN AN INDUSTRY MILESTONE, JOINT VENTURE CSBC-DEME WIND ENGINEERING (CDWE) HAS INITIATED THE EARLY WORKS CONTRACT FOR the very first floating heavy lift and installation vessel to be built in Taiwan.

o be named Green Jade, the vessel has an exceptionally high transport and load capacity and will be built at CSBC in Taiwan for delivery in 2022 for deployment in the flourishing local offshore wind market. The signing of the contract marked a historic moment in Taiwan’s offshore wind development and indeed for the Taiwanese shipbuilding sector, as this dedicated offshore installation vessel is the first of its kind to be built in Taiwan for the local renewables market.

Yushan

CDWE, Taiwan’s first offshore wind EPCI contractor, was established in February 2019 by CSBC, the largest shipbuilder in Taiwan, and DEME Offshore. Both partners

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have agreed to start up the early works and the ordering of critical packages for their pioneering new asset. The name Green Jade symbolises Taiwan’s renowned Yushan, the Jade Mountain. At a dizzying height of 3,952m above sea level, Jade Mountain is the highest peak in East Asia and gives Taiwan one of the highest elevations of any island in the world. Additionally, the name Green Jade reflects the vessel’s contribution to reducing emissions, and its role in bringing clean, green energy to Taiwan’s residents. By choosing such an auspicious name, CDWE wants to highlight its ambitions to develop the offshore wind industry and to successfully scale the summit.

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With this combination of high load and lifting capacity, Green Jade can transport and install the next generation of foundations and giant multi-megawatt wind turbines. Hai Long and Zhong Neng contracts

In October last year, CDWE signed Taiwan’s first comprehensive, large-scale Balance of Plant (BOP) Preferred Supplier Agreement with the Hai Long Offshore Wind Project. This marks an important step in realising industry compliance with the ‘Industrial Relevance Plan Goals’ that the Taiwan Government has mandated in the offshore wind industry. Swiftly following on from this first success, CDWE has signed two contracts with Zhong Neng Wind Power Corporation Preparatory Office for the 300MW Zhong Neng offshore windfarm project. The contracts comprise the transportation and installation of foundations, as well as a Preferred Bidder Agreement for the transportation and installation of the wind turbines. Green Jade will be deployed on both projects. CDWE is committed to meeting localisation requirements and assisting with the development of the offshore wind industry, and a successful and sustainable supply chain in Taiwan, optimising local materials and skills.

High capacity

The vessel will feature a high-tech, 4,000t crane and DP3 capability and its deck space has been maximised, enabling this unique asset to transport a multitude of the heaviest monopiles, jackets, wind turbine components and structures in a single shipment. With this combination of high load and lifting capacity, Green Jade can transport and install the next generation of foundations and giant multi-megawatt wind turbines in the most cost-effective way. At 216.5m long, the vessel can comfortably accommodate a crew of up to 160 people.

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The heavy lift and installation vessel will be built at CSBC Shipyard in Taiwan.

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The Green Jade symbolises Taiwan’s renowned mountain Yushan.

Environmental considerations are an important element of the vessel design. Green Jade has dual fuel engines and will have a Green Passport and Clean Design notation. Green Jade will also have other environmental innovations on board, including a waste heat recovery system that converts heat from the exhaust gases and cooling water to electrical energy, in addition to various other fuel-saving measures. i. deme-group.com

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New offshore port for a sustainable future

The new industrial estate offers great possibilities for meeting the needs of energy transition and advancing important regional and national climate change goals.

THE DREDGE SLUDGE DEPOT AT THE FORMER AVERIJHAVEN NEAR IJMUIDEN IN THE NETHERLANDS WILL SOON BE DEVELOPED INTO A DEDICATED OFFSHORE port, named Energiehaven (Energy Port). A partnership covenant for the new facility was signed in April by the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management, the Province of North Holland, the Municipality of Velsen, Tata Steel, IJmuiden Seaport, and Port of Amsterdam. ALL IMAGES COURTESY OF PORT OF AMSTERDAM.

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The dredge sludge depot at the former Averijhaven will soon be developed into a dedicated offshore port.

ccording to the Port of Amsterdam, the development of the Energiehaven is crucial for realising windfarms in the North Sea, as many windfarms will be constructed in the coming years in the North Sea and the offshore port will form an essential operational base for their construction and operational maintenance. The new Energiehaven will, for example, provide support for building the windfarms Hollandse Kust West and IJmuiden Ver off the Dutch coast. It will also play an important role in realising the more intensive use of space and reinforcement of the regional port infrastructure as planned.

Location

The Energiehaven is located on the seaside of the North Sea Canal, right outside the IJmuiden lock complex. The new industrial estate offers great possibilities for meeting the needs of energy transition and advancing important regional and national climate change goals. By making available an industrial estate of 5ha, Tata Steel has shown its support for this future-looking initiative. The steel manufacturer also allows land access to the Energiehaven via its site. This will enable the movement of personnel and access for emergency services. The Energiehaven will have an area of over 15ha. Both the existing acreage of the Averijhaven as well as the adjacent Tata

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The Energiehaven will be located on the seaside of the North Sea Canal, right outside the IJmuiden lock complex.

Steel site of 5ha will be used to create a public port area for offshore wind. A quay will be constructed of 580m – 200m as heavy-duty facility with 12.5m water depth, and 380m standard facility with 10m water depth. The location of the offshore port means that it will play an important role in the efficient and cost-saving installation and operational maintenance of windfarms.

Next steps

Right now, the Energiehaven is a Dutch government-owned dredge sludge depot. In order to transform this depot into a port area, the Dutch Directorate-General for Public Works and Water Management will have to clear it out first. In tandem with this

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necessary work, a study of the effects of constructing the Energiehaven on the environment will be carried out by means of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). A fundamental requirement is that the facility must fit within existing environmental guidelines. Commercial operation of the Energiehaven will be run by Port of Amsterdam and IJmuiden Seaport on behalf of the other covenant partners. This commercial operation is in line with the strategic goals envisioned by both port authorities in terms of playing an active role in the national energy transition. Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management Cora van Nieuwenhuizen comments on the project, “The large-scale

construction and operational maintenance of sustainable wind turbine farms in the North Sea demand a much greater port capacity. Our collaborative development of the Averijhaven into a modern energy port means that offshore businesses will have all the space they need in the future.” i. portofamsterdam.com

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RECR UITMENT, TRAINING & EDUCATION

Research determined that 2.5 persons per MW per project are needed.

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77,000 trained on-site workers needed by 2024 POWERING THE FUTURE, PUBLICATION BY GWEC AND GOW.

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THE GLOBAL WIND ENERGY COUNCIL (GWEC) AND GLOBAL WIND ORGANISATION (GWO) HAVE PUBLISHED A NEW REPORT THAT HIGHLIGHTS THE NEED FOR more than 77,000 trained on-site workers to deliver forecast installations in six key emerging markets for offshore wind between 2020-2024.

he first report of its kind, Powering the Future: Global Offshore Wind Workforce Outlook 2020-2024, provides a qualitative analysis of the workforce training needs required to fulfil offshore market forecasts in North America, China, Taiwan, Japan, Vietnam and South Korea. Research determined that 2.5 persons per MW per project are needed to deliver the 31GW forecast for these six markets. The research was built upon GWO training data and GWEC Market Intelligence forecasts, combined with data from Renewables Consulting Group’s GRIP database and a series of industry interviews.

Bottlenecks

The Powering the Future report also underscores key workforce supply chain bottlenecks that must be addressed in order to realise these large-scale training needs. Barriers include a lack of training centres, lack of familiarity with standards, and risk of standards being perceived as ‘imposed’ and unreflective of local context. Additionally, the current COVID-19 crisis will pose a new challenge to both workforce and turbine supply chains to reach the world’s offshore wind ambitions. Ben Backwell, CEO of GWEC, says, “The offshore wind industry is

Forecast installations (in MW) for key markets to 2024 and associated workforce requirements.

Market North America China (mainland) Taiwan Japan Vietnam South Korea Total Image courtesy of GWEC/GWO.

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growing exponentially and there is no doubt that it will become a major driver of the energy transition across the world, with GWEC Market Intelligence forecasting 51GW of new offshore installations globally by 2024. The appetite for offshore wind is strong with investors and policymakers alike as more and more ambitious targets are put in place, but we need a trained workforce ready to realise these goals. “The findings in this report are an important tool to match global market trends with local training needs and build a coherent roadmap for thriving offshore wind industries in emerging markets. These markets are moving faster than we have ever seen before, and it is crucial that workforce training keeps up to build a good reputation for the sector and ensure growth opportunities for years to come.”

Top priority in nascent markets

Jakob Lau Holst, CEO of GWO, adds, “Having a GWO trained workforce is often the missing piece of the puzzle when considering a new offshore wind project in any given market, but this should be seen as a top priority in nascent markets to secure their long-term growth and create thousands of local jobs. “The offshore wind industry needs to be a leader in health and safety to attract the best talent and ensure the sustainability of the workforce, having standardised training is the most effective way to accomplish this. GWO already has training centres in China, the US and Taiwan, but we will need to ramp up training centres in these regions drastically to train the necessary workforce of almost 78,000 people. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, GWO is also rolling out digital training platforms to ensure continuity in training and continue driving forward the global energy transition.” i. gwec.net i. globalwindsafety.org

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BLADES AND TURBINES

Lightweight and resilient TEXTILE TURBINE BLADES

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INNOVATION IS OFTEN BROUGHT ABOUT BY ADAPTING TECHNOLOGY FROM ONE INDUSTRY TO IMPROVE A CERTAIN ASPECT IN ANOTHER. WHEN OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY (ORE) CATAPULT ISSUED A BLADE INNOVATION CHALLENGE BACK IN 2015, THE RESPONSE CAME FROM AN UNEXPECTED SECTOR: THE YACHT-RACING WORLD.

RE Catapult, a technology innovation and research centre for offshore renewable energy based in the UK, has set out several innovation challenges in recent years. One of these challenges was directed at wind turbines blades, tasking companies to improve blade performance.

Same race

One response to the challenge immediately caught ORE Catapult’s attention: that of Dr Sabrina Malpede, founder of UK-based SMAR Azure. Dr Malpede and her team have been designing some of the fastest sails in the world for more than a decade. Their innovative technology and design have helped yachts travel up to three times the speed of wind. Dr Malpede identified an opportunity to adapt her team’s sailing technology to improve the performance of wind turbines for the energy sector. She commented: “I realised that the offshore wind industry was engaged in the same race

as we were in the yacht-racing world: we need to reduce loads and capture more wind power without compromising on durability.” As Dr Malpede didn’t have enough knowledge of the renewable energy sector and needed to qualify her theory with sector experts, she entered ORE Catapult’s Blade Innovation Challenge. The result was a spin out company, ACT Blade, that designed the world’s first textile blade.

ACT Blade

Following the completion of a feasibility study conducted in collaboration with DNVGL and ORE Catapult, ACT Blade was founded in November 2015 and its namesake blade was created. Made up of an internal composite structure and high-tech textiles, as opposed to the prevailing fibreglass, ACT’s blades are 24% lighter. A lower weight means blades can be made 10% longer than the standard 55m blade

Dr Sabrina Malpede, Founder of SMAR Azure and Execute Director of ACT Blade.

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Testing of the ACT Blade prototype at ORE Catapult’s blade test and validation facility at the National Renewable Energy Centre in Blyth, Northumberland. Photo courtesy of ORE Catapult.

around today. By covering a larger swept area, the longer blade captures more wind, thus increasing the energy production, which lowers the levelised cost of energy (LCoE). In April 2020, ACT Blade announced that it had successfully completed the first of two tests of its novel lightweight blade at ORE Catapult’s blade test and validation facility at the National Renewable Energy Centre in Blyth, Northumberland. Over a period of three weeks, a full-length prototype blade withstood the world’s toughest simulation of offshore wind conditions, aimed at testing its structural integrity and durability to the limit.

Production gains

According to the test, the textile ACT Blade could achieve a 9% production gain and a reduction in the LCoE of 6.7%, making it one of the most promising innovations in the history of renewable energy. Post-test inspections showed the ACT Blade prototype to have held its shape with no damage. The test results indicated that the blade could withstand extreme loads and every type of direction and twist, going

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beyond those predicted for an in-service turbine. The test data – including optically measured strain and deflection results from within the blade textile – are now being analysed to gain a fuller understanding of the blade’s behaviour.

Commercial installation

Over the next six months, ACT Blade will work with the Energy Technology Centre to prepare for installation of three blades on a working wind turbine at the Myres Hill Wind Farm in Scotland, as a further step towards commercialisation of the blade concept. The development of modular blades could prove promising for developing countries, where poorer infrastructure means fulllength blades are all but impossible to transport. Moreover, since the ACT Blade weighs 24% less than a conventional blade, less material is needed, reducing production waste as well. To produce an eight-ton blade, this saves nearly two tonnes in production materials, and an estimated 1.5t in production waste. The ACT blade is made of smaller components and end-of-life (EoL) design

Act Blade and SMAR Azure ACT Blade was founded in November 2015. The founders are Dr Sabrina Malpede (Executive Director), Dr Alessandro Rosiello (Finance and NonExecutive Director) and Dr Donald MacVicar (Technical Director). The team’s first successful venture, SMAR Azure, is the market leader in tailored computerised design and analytical software for the marine industry. Their products are used by more than 200 users, including two certification agencies in 30 countries. The R&D team comprises specialists in aerodynamics, structures mechanical and composite engineering.

principles are considered, making it easier to dismantle and separate materials for recycling. The use of textile also allows for monitoring sensors to be embedded and to be re-used at its end-of-life, just as is done in sailing. i. actblade.com i. ore.catapult.org.uk

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Tullow Oil has appointed Rahul Dhir as Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of the Group. Mr Dhir will take up his appointment from 1 July 2020. Dorothy Thompson, current Executive Chair of Tullow, will return to her position as NonExecutive Chair after a limited period of handover. Mr Dhir was educated at the Indian Institute of Technology (BTech), the University of Texas (MSc) and the Wharton School (MBA).

Equinor has appointed Tore Løseth as Executive President Exploration. Mr Løseth replaces Tim Dodson, who will take on the role as Vice President Strategy Execution in Global Strategy and Business Development from 1 June 2020. Mr Løseth, who holds a Ph.D. in Sedimentology from the University of Bergen (Norway), joined Equinor as a geologist at the research centre in 2001. Since then, he has held various leadership positions within the company.

Huisman Equipment has announced the appointment of David Roodenburg, third generation of the Roodenburg family active in the company, to become the new statutory CEO. Huisman has been owned and led by the Roodenburg family since 1980. Current CEO Theo Bruijninckx will remain active in Huisman in his role as the company’s CFO. Mr Roodenburg holds a master’s degree in Precision Microsystem Engineering and a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Xodus Group has appointed a new manager to head up the company’s London subsea and pipelines division. Nigel Underwood will oversee Xodus’ international subsea and pipelines work, from concept through to detailed design and delivery. Mr Underwood joins Xodus from Petrofac, where he was consultancy manager. He has worked across roles in senior management, engineering and materials development.

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MHI Vestas has appointed Masato Yamada as the Regional Manager Asia Pacific, to guide the company’s continued advancement across the region, notably in Japan, Taiwan and Vietnam. Mr Yamada was formerly the company’s Chief Strategy Officer based in Aarhus, Denmark, and will now be based in MHI Vestas’ Tokyo office. Mr Yamada has been with MHI Vestas since the formation of the joint venture.

Rovco’s CEO Brian Allen recently announced a number of key executive team hires and internal appointments. The news marks the continued expansion of the company during a period of sustained growth. The new appointments are Reena Rowan who has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer, having previously held senior finance positions; Martin Young who has been promoted internally to the role of Chief Technology Officer (CTO). In his new role, he will determine the strategic direction for Rovco’s technologies; Iain Wallace is now Rovco’s Chief Scientific Officer (CSO), having previously worked as CTO; Ian Bryan joins as Consultant Chief Operating Officer (COO), bringing 35 years’ experience in defence, robotic manufacturing and the renewable sectors; finally, Simon Miller joins the team as General Manager of Rovco Scotland. Mr Miller brings over 25 years of experience in Operations, Senior Projects, Sales and Business Development.

Sparrows Group has promoted Adam Wood to its most senior role in the Americas as it looks to continue its diversification into the onshore industrial market in the region. Mr Wood has been employed by Sparrows for twelve years, holding several management positions including vice president of service, general manager – Louisiana operations and senior business manager. He succeeds Steve Bertone who retires after five years with the company.

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EMIGREEN B.V. Noordeinde 21 3341 LW Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht The Netherlands T +31 (0)184 415 317 F +31 (0)184 415 582 E info@emigreen.eu I www.emigreen.eu Contact: Niko J. Dalpis Emission Control Technology Emigreen produces customised, integrated emission control solutions, for, among others, the maritime sector. Emigreen also provides services including design, specification, production, installation instruction, training and aftersales. Emigreen has expertise in emission control technologies, flow dynamics, thermodynamics and noise and vibration control. Emigreen develops and tests components including catalytic converters, particulate filters, selective catalytic reduction systems and related instrumentation. The Emigreen Alfa Alfa burner assisted soot filter system has set the standard for others to beat. All Emigreen solutions are highly efficient, highly reliable and highly controllable, whether designed for an inland barge, shortsea carrier or luxury yacht. Emigreen links science and the market

DBR BV Lelystraat 53 – NL-3364 AH P.O. Box 1039 – NL-3360 BA Sliedrecht –The Netherlands T +31 (0)184 613 200 F +31 (0)184 612 654 E info@dbr-bv.nl I www.dbr-bv.nl Contact: H.J. Hafkamp DBR BV is the Dutch specialist in diesel and gas generator sets up to 4,000kVA, pumps and diesel pump sets up to 2,000kW in the oil and gas, wind farm, dredging and shipping industry worldwide.

The well-engineered generator and pump sets are custom-built and assembled by DBR in accordance to high quality offshore standards and marine classification rules.

Delta SubSea 550 Club Dr, Suite 345 Montgomery, Texas 77316, USA T +1936-582-7237 I www.deltasubsea-rov.com Delta SubSea (DSS) is a leading integrated independent provider of ROV Services and Solutions. Delta SubSea’s ROV fleet is focused on solutions for customers in the inspection, repair and maintenance, construction, drilling and decommissioning market segments. In addition to ROV Services, DSS also provides Subsea Project Management, Subsea Project Support Services, Subject Matter Experts and Client Representation for Diving/ROV/Subsea Construction.

Heinen & Hopman Produktieweg 12 3751 LN Spakenburg The Netherlands T +31 (0)33 299 25 00 F +31 (0)33 299 25 99 E pr@heinenhopman.com I www.heinenhopman.com Contact: J.W.E. Hopman Heinen & Hopman Engineering is a world leader in air conditioning, mechanical ventilation,central heating, refrigeration, sanitary systems, fire protection, environmental systems and air duct cleaning. Founded in 1965, the company is renowned for being an innovator in the design, engineering and installation of customised solutions. We work in four specialist areas: – Superyachts. – Commercial shipping. – Offshore industry.

– Navy vessels. Our mission is to ensure that the climate ‘indoors’ will perfectly meet the needs of people and products alike, whatever the weather outside. Heinen & Hopman offers a worldwide, 24/7 service via a network of subsidiaries and sales centres.

Hubel Marine B.V. Karel Doormanweg 5, 2nd Floor 3115 JD Schiedam P.O. Box 3219 3003 AE Rotterdam The Netherlands T +31 (0)10 458 7338 F +31 (0)10 458 7662 E info@hubelmarine.com I www.hubelmarine.com Twitter: HubelMarine Contact: Mr Erik A. de Koning M +31 (0)6 53724457 Hubel Marine is a full-service firm for advice regarding Vessel Registration, Mortgage Registration, Seafarer Endorsements and Technical Flag State matters. We represent the flags of Panama, Belize and St.Kitts & Nevis. We are fully authorised to perform Safety Surveys and issue Statutory & Class Certification including ISM, ISPS and MLC audits. We provide services for any type or tonnage of vessel worldwide.

Nicoverken Marine Services BV Algerastraat 20 3125 BS Schiedam The Netherlands T +31 (0)10 238 0999 F +31 (0)10 238 0988 E info@nicoverken.nl I www.nicoverken.nl Contact: Jacco Vermunt Distributor, 24/7 service & spare parts agent of marine equipment. In our programme there are stainless steel marine pipes and drains, filtration, anti-fouling & cathodic protection, reverse osmosis desalinators (water makers), wastewater treatment, o ffs h o re -i n d u s tr y. e u

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vacuum sanitary systems for yachts, deck equipment (doors & hatches) and watertight sliding door systems. Our Ship Repair department is specialised in the overhaul of all types of main and auxiliary engines, including attachments i.e. governors, turbochargers, fuel equipment and the sales of spare parts and engines. We are capable of crankshaft grinding. Our service is 24/7 worldwide!

Orga Offshore Strickledeweg 13 3125 AT Schiedam The Netherlands T +31 (0)10 208 5566 F +31 (0)10 437 8445 E offshore@orga.nl I www.orga-offshore.nl Contact: Cindy Jouvenaar - Heskes Driving innovation with safety always in mind Dutch company Orga has over 40 years’ experience providing customised explosion-proof safety lighting and aids with navigation solutions for the offshore oil and gas industries. Widely used around the world, Orga products meet all local and international code requirements providing robust, reliable and cost effective service in some of the harshest offshore environments. With increasing demands from the oil and gas industries for pioneering technology, improved safety and reduced total cost of ownership, Orga’s continuing drive for innovation has developed the very latest cuttingedge in helideck lighting, marine navigational aids and remote power systems. For more information please visit www.orga-offshore.nl

PIENING PROPELLER Am Altendeich 83 D-25348 Glueckstadt Germany T +49 4124 9168-0 F +49 4124 3716 E pein@piening-propeller.de I piening-propeller.de Contact: Mathias Pein o f f s h o r e - i n d u s t r y. e u

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Noise reduction relies upon the quiet operation of a yacht´s propulsion system. Piening Propeller fulfils its briefs in: Consideration of all hydrodynamic aspects during the design and an accurate manufacturing of propellers and shafts according to highest ISO classes.The company is approved by all common classification societies. Repairs and adjustments of propellers are done with the same care as new buildings. Piening Propellers scope of supply includes: Propellers FPP > 800mm Ø CPP > 1.100mm Ø Shafts up to a several length of 16,000mm Sterntubes with sealings and bearings Shaft brackets complete Gearboxes Brand ZF

rhb stevedoring & warehousing Waalhaven N.Z. 4 3087 BL Rotterdam Portnumber 2157 The Netherlands T +31 (0)10 429 94 33 F +31 (0)10 429 02 61 E office@rhb.nl I www.rhb.nl rhb stevedoring & warehousing is your independent partner for project cargoes, heavy lifts and assisting offshore vessels during mobilisation or demobilisation. Our private terminal with 730 metres quay length is equipped with own shore cranes up to 208 tons. Floating cranes up to 1,500 tons are available.

Rometal B.V. Quarantaineweg 10 3089 KP Rotterdam The Netherlands T +31 (0)10 316 46 00 E sales@rometal.nl I www.rometal.nl Contact: Martijn van Manen We are your partner in delivering all kinds of high-tension (S690, S890 and S960) steel structures and even inclusive electrical and hydraulics, if so required. We can be your turn-key partner in the supply, engineering

and on-board installation of heavy lift equipment, land and offshore wind structures and (de)mobilisations. Also complete document control according to the class bodies lies in our expertise. With our two facilities we have all disciplines in house to enable us to serve our clients in an efficient and reliable way. We are completely certified according to our customer standard. For more details, please phone us and/or check our website: www.rometal.nl.

Seaway Heavy Lifting Albert Einsteinlaan 50 2719 ER Zoetermeer The Netherlands T +31 (0)79 363 77 00 E bd@shl.nl I www.seawayheavylifting.com Seaway Heavy Lifting is a leading offshore contractor in the global Oil & Gas and Renewables industry, offering tailored T&I and EPCI solutions*. Seaway Heavy Lifting owns and operates crane vessels Stanislav Yudin and Oleg Strashnov, which have a revolving lift capacity of 2,500mt and 5,000mt respectively. * T&I: Transport & Installation, EPCI: Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Installation

Suhbo Industrial Co., Ltd. 6, Mipyeong-ro, 106 beon-gil, Wonsam-Myeon, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Kyunggi-do, Korea T +82 31 334 6979 F +82 31 334 1789 M +82 10 4999 6979 (Korea), +61 434 509 501 (Australia) E joeykim@suhbo.co.kr I www.suhbo.co.kr Contact: Joey Kim, Export Sales Manager Established in 1985, Suhbo Industrial Co., Ltd is the major leading Korean manufacturer and supplier of high performance roundsling for heavy & shipping building industries. We have been supplying high performance roundslings to major heavy industries companies and projects in Korea and Asia. Our Suprime roundsling with Ultrapowerful Poly Arylate fiber is highly recognized from many customers

due to its excellent performance, the maximum lightening, the optimum handing efficiency (slim in size) and optional functions such as anti-cutting, anti-flame and multi-checking.

G.J.Wortelboer Jr. B.V. Quarantaineweg 5, 3089 KP Rotterdam P.O. Box 5003, 3008 AA Rotterdam Harbournr: 2637 The Netherlands T +31 (0)10 429 2222 F +31 (0)10 429 6459 E info@wortelboer.nl I www.wortelboer.nl Every now and then anchors and chains must be replaced, so we understand your need for quality and speedy delivery. Wortelboer has what you are looking for. Our enormous stock of anchors and chain cables of all sizes and diameters in both our Rotterdam and China ports gives you the certainty that we can deliver the required materials very quickly and to any port in the world! All our materials are approved by any of the well-known class societies such as LRS, BV, RINA, DNV/GL, ABS and RMRS. Do you have problems with finding the right anchors? Could you use a hand while fitting anchors and chain cables aboard your vessel? We are more than happy to help you with it. Wortelboer has been a reliable partner in the shipping industry for more than 50 years. And that is why our customers keep coming back for more. Do you need anchors and chain cables? Come to WORTELBOER.

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