Tidal Stream Supply Chain 2x supply chain webinars, 10th & 15th June
Tidal Stream Supply Chain “Meet the Buyer”: Developers share project plans and opportunities across six UK and French sites.
Two supply chain webinars events are planned on the 10th and 15th June where project and technology developers from tidal stream sites across the Channel in France and the UK will share the details of their forthcoming development and procurement plans. Both events will take place at 9.30 – 11:00 BST, (10.30 – 12:00 CET).
The events are part of the €45.4m Interreg funded Anglo-French Tidal Stream Industry Energiser (TIGER) project which aims to accelerate the commercialisation of the tidal stream industry in the Channel region by engaging regional supply chains and connecting them with leading tidal stream project and technology developers.
The 90-minute events will include introductory presentations from developers highlighting regional cross channel supply chain opportunities across the TIGER tidal stream sites. This includes a range of different site conditions and technologies with a range of different emerging needs. Participants are encouraged to sign up to both events which will be streamed simultaneously in French and English.
10th June French event:
Minesto & EDF on the Paimpol-Bréhat tidal test site in Brittany
Morbihan Hydro Energies SAS Tidal stream project in Golf de Morbihan, Southern Brittany
Normandie Hydroliennes and Hydroquest’s commercial tidal stream projects in Le Raz Blanchard, Normandy
15th June UK event:
Cambrian Offshore SW’s Ramsey Sound tidal test site in Pembrokeshire, Wales
QED Naval’s Community tidal test site outside of Yarmouth Harbour, Isle of Wight
Perpetuus Tidal Energy Centre (PTEC) supported by European Marine Energy Centre’s Tidal stream commercial demonstration site, Isle of Wight.
Why should you attend?
The presentations from developers will include details of project timelines, specifics as to the technologies deployed, and a variety of marine and onshore supply chain opportunities both current and future. These webinars are aimed at wide range of potential companies from small local suppliers providing for example craneage and transfer vessels up to and including large steel fabricators, marine operations and a wide range of civil engineering opportunities with varying scales of contract values.
Details of the projects at each site are available as site data packs on the Tiger project website.
The resources section of the website also holds videos and presentations from the technology specific supply chain events held in 2020.
Tidal stream turbines generate electricity from tidal currents using structures sometimes resembling underwater wind turbines (although there are still numerous different concepts - attend this even to find out more). Ocean Energy Europe’s ‘2030 Ocean Energy Vision’ predicts up to 2.4GW of Tidal stream energy capacity installed by 2030 and becoming cost competitive with fossil fuels. This means a sector with huge potential for market growth over the coming years with the potential to contribute to Government Net Zero targets.
To sign up to events, visit: https://interregtiger.com/events/
Presenters announced for SUT's Virtual Awareness Course
A dozen experts drawn from Fellows and members of the Society for Underwater Technology (SUT) including selected speakers from BP, Wood, the Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum, Subsea 7, and Oceaneering will deliver the SUT’s foundation level virtual Subsea Awareness Course (SAC) taking place 7-11 June 2021. The 15-hour course will be held each morning and is based on SUT’s highly successful face-to-face 5-day course from which more than a thousand delegates have benefited during the past 20+ years.
The interactive sessions will run from 10:00 until 13:00, with open sessions before and after, enabling delegates to network and discuss the topics under review. Registration is at www.sut.org/branch/london/virtual-subsea-awareness-course/
As Cheryl Burgess, Chief Executive of SUT explained:
“Our specialist speakers are drawn from across the sector including operators, contractors and technology suppliers We are extremely grateful to the SUT community – both its individual members and those representing some of our corporate members - for giving of their time so generously and freely.
““The virtual SAC is aimed at new entrants who are already technically qualified but just entering the offshore energy industry and/or the subsea sector; at technically qualified experienced personnel undergoing a technology transfer and conversion process into the subsea sector; and at non-technical personnel from legal or finance sectors who regularly deal with the subsea sector.”
Topics over the five mornings following an introduction by the SUT’s President, Judith Patten MBE are:
- Development drivers & reservoir types
- Subsea production systems & equipment
- Location, market, life cycle costs
- Pipeline systems & installation
- Risers
- Metocean
- Flow assurance
- Operations, maintenance & intervention
- Renewables - including wind, CCS, hydrogen & electrification
- Decommissioning
- Law of the Sea & Regulations governing developments
- An interactive case study
And, confirmed speakers are Paul Benstead; Michail Birdas; Dave Brookes; Ila Glennie; Steve Hall; Hooman Haghighi; Tony Laing; David Saul; Bernadette Webber; and Graham Whitehead
The course fee for SUT members is £715 (with this discounted price also available to EEEGR, OES, IMCA and EIC members); and £845 for non-members (excluding VAT where chargeable).
CPD is available for the course delegates.
For more information, please visit: www.sut.org
OSIL Modular Vibrocorers Make Global Impact
Leading environmental monitoring systems manufacturers Ocean Scientific International Ltd (OSIL) is pleased to report that its range of robust and easy to use vibrocorer systems are increasingly in use worldwide.
A multitude of users in Europe, Asia and Africa currently boast a modular OSIL vibrocoring system amongst their geotechnical assets, and have put the systems to work on a variety of marine reclamation projects, offshore drilling works and pipeline route surveys in addition to academic studies.
The OSIL Vibrocorers have been designed as tough but versatile modular systems for the sampling of densely compacted sediments in up to 250m water depth, which are easy to transport and which minimise dockside assembly for quicker mobilisation. The Vibrocorers benefit from a simple deployment and recovery procedure, which suits opportunistic use of available vessels.
The systems can either be assembled dockside or on the vessel itself into a 3m or 6m system before deploying over the stern. The corers have been designed for straightforward horizontal or vertical recovery on the vessel and effortless removal of the core barrel and sample once back on deck.
OSIL’s global reputation for the production of simple, cost effective sediment coring systems has steadily increased year-on-year as a direct result of word-of-mouth recommendations from existing clients.
For further information, please visit: www.osil.com
Modus acquires two (2) complete, integrated, SPICE AUV systems from Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
Modus Subsea Services Ltd. (Modus), a leading independent expert in the provision of seabed intervention, IMR, survey and specialist AUV services, announces the acquisition of two (2) complete, integrated, SPICE AUV systems from Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. (KHI). SPICE AUVs represent highly capable systems, delivered by one of the World’s leading OEMs, capable of providing a wide range of autonomous services and data acquisition with high efficiency and quality, down to 3,000m water depth.
“This multi-million-pound investment represents a significant expansion of Modus’ capability and fleet. SPICE represents a world first AUV with integrated manipulator (robot arm), designed for cable and pipeline inspections as well as more conventional, high quality, high efficiency surveys. Our strategic relationship with KHI positions us well for growth and cements our leading position in the market” said Nicholas Tompkins, Group CEO.
Building on Modus’ existing fleet of Saab Sabretooth HAUVs, currently the world’s largest such fleet, SPICE is equipped with a fully comprehensive survey suite, capable of enhancement to suit specific Client needs and rapid global mobilisation. The acquisition of the SPICE systems enables Modus to strengthen its position as a technology innovator and provider of high quality, low cost, integrated services.
For further information, please visit: www.modus-ltd.com
The Nippon Foundation-GEBCO Seabed 2030 Project enters new agreement with Esri
London, 17 May 2021 – Seabed 2030 and Esri have entered a new formal agreement, which will see the two organisations work collaboratively towards the shared objective of assembling a global compilation of high-resolution bathymetric data, to assist us in the sustainable use of our planet.
Seabed 2030 is a collaborative project between The Nippon Foundation and GEBCO to inspire the complete mapping of the world's ocean by 2030, and to compile all bathymetric data into the freely available GEBCO Ocean Map. GEBCO is a joint project of the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) and the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC), and is the only organisation with a mandate to map the entire ocean floor.
Committed to solving our planet’s most pressing challenges with geographic expertise and rational resolve, Esri’s mission is to inspire and enable people to positively impact their future through a deeper understanding of the changing world around them. This understanding involves a commitment to ocean science and maritime industry.
Esri places high importance on increased engagement with the ocean science community, as complex ocean science questions and data are increasingly used to inform the responsible use and governance of the oceans, as well as conservation.
“As we enter our last decade, Seabed 2030 warmly welcomes the support of a renowned organisation such as Esri. With experts in geographic science, software development, and data analytics, the work of Esri will no doubt greatly support our mission of compiling all bathymetric data of the entire global ocean floor by 2030,” commented Jamie McMichael-Phillips, Director of the Seabed 2030 Project.
Dr Dawn Wright, Chief Scientist of Esri said: “We are dedicated to a sustainable planet and Esri is therefore committed to supporting initiatives such as Seabed 2030, which play a fundamental role in allowing us to better understand and protect our planet.
“Since our beginning in 1969, Esri has cultivated collaborative relationships with partners who share our commitment to solving Earth’s most pressing challenges with geographic expertise. To this end, we are proud to count Seabed 2030 as a partner.”
All data collected and shared with the Seabed 2030 Project is included in the GEBCO global grid – the most complete bathymetric dataset of the world’s ocean floor, which is free and publicly available.
For more information, please visit: seabed2030.org
Tritex NDT leading the way in Drone Thickness Measurements
Tritex NDT have for many years been manufacturing ultrasonic thickness gauges and are now established as one of the leading companies offering multiple echo gauges. Multiple echo technology means that thickness measurements can be taken through 6mm thick coatings, only the metal substrate is measured. It doesn’t matter whether the coating is paint, epoxy or bitumen, it is completely ignored. This has huge advantages over having to remove coatings, both in time and money. It also has a big advantage when developing a gauge to mount onto a drone.
Taking thickness measurements at height has always been a requirement, and up until recently this has been done using scaffolding or rope access techniques. However, with the Tritex Multigauge 6000 dedicated Drone Thickness Gauge, first developed over three years ago, this is now a lot safer and cost effective than before.
Tritex NDT are leading the way in this application and are the only company worldwide with a dedicated thickness gauge to mount onto drones. In excess of 100 systems have so far been sold, with repeat orders coming from major petrochemical companies and class societies. The gauge and technology have been improved over three years of development in response to customer’s feedback and requirements.
The Multigauge 6000 consists of three parts, which includes the gauge, a gel dispenser and a probe holder for the correct alignment of the probe. The single crystal probe ensures accurate measurements on curved surfaces, such as storage tanks and pipelines. Thickness readings are transmitted wirelessly up to 500 metres, using its integrated RF transmitter, to a dedicated software that allows the operator to record measurements, set up templates and to remotely control the gel dispenser before touching the probe onto the surface.
The gauge can mount onto any ‘work class’ type drone, with the most popular being the DJI Matrice 210 or 300. Tritex NDT have also developed their own custom drone, the Multigauge 6500, specifically designed to provide a complete solution. The Multigauge 6500 ‘Flying Thickness Gauge’ has eight rotors to provide redundancy, as well as propellor guards so that it can be easily used inside tanks.
Tritex NDT is a leading manufacturer of thickness gauges and are at the forefront of using drones for high level inspections. All gauges are designed and manufactured in the United Kingdom and supplied as complete kits, ready to use, with a 3-year warranty and free annual calibration for the life of the gauge.
For further information, please go to www.tritexndt.com
Innovacorp launches Global Blue Innovation Challenge
Ocean technology start-ups outside Canada, build your company in Nova Scotia! Innovacorp can help you get a start-up visa and grow your business. Apply for the Global Blue Innovation Challenge by Friday, June 11: bit.ly/2M0vHb0
MacArtney strengthens its board of directors with a new profile from the offshore wind industry
The MacArtney Group will be welcoming a new face to its board of directors: Trine Borum Bojsen, Chief Operating Officer, Copenhagen Offshore Partners.
Trine Borum Bojsen brings a wealth of global experience from the offshore wind industry. Trine Borum Bojsen has an M.Sc in Engineering and more than 25 years of experience within marine infrastructure with special emphasis on offshore wind farms. Throughout her impressive career, she has built up strong management and strategic skills.
Trine looks forward to joining the board at MacArtney and says:
“MacArtney has an impressive history and a clear ambition to stay relevant in the market. I look forward to contributing to the continued success of MacArtney.”
Prior to joining Copenhagen Offshore Partners, a position she has held since 2019, Trine Borum Bojsen held senior management posts at Ørsted and also served on a number of boards and key committees within the company, including its working environment committee and sustainability committee.
MacArtney’s board of directors is now composed of Niels Erik Hedeager (Chairman), Glenn MacArtney, Henrik Uhd Christensen, Marco MacArtney and Trine Borum Bojsen.
For more information, please visit: www.macartney.com
Ashtead Technology awarded funding through Canada’s Ocean Supercluster for Unmanned Digital Twinning Project
Welaptega, an Ashtead Technology company, has launched a $500,000 (USD) initiative to develop a product to enable digital twinning of underwater infrastructure without the need for offshore personnel.
Funding for the Unmanned Digital Twinning Project has been awarded by Canada’s Ocean Supercluster, an industry-led, national ocean cluster that’s growing the ocean economy in a digital, sustainable, and inclusive way.
In collaboration with Whitecap Scientific, SubC Imaging, and Nova Scotia Community College SEATAC division, the new digital twinning technology will develop an intuitive bridge between Welaptega’s and Whitecap Scientific’s technology systems. Upon successful launch of the project, conventional offshore ROV and vessel crew will be able to confidently collect high quality image data for post-processing digital twins, guided by real-time 3D reconstruction, to give feedback on image quality and coverage.
Tyler de Gier, General Manager of Welaptega, said: “We’re excited to be at the forefront of transitioning high-quality digital twinning services from the domain of specialists to conventional ROV and vessel crew. Furthermore, we’re able to achieve this through collaboration between Atlantic Canadian companies, providing ongoing employment opportunities and strengthening Atlantic Canada’s export industry.”
Sam Bromley, CEO of Whitecap Scientific, said: “This project is a shining example of how the Ocean Supercluster can bring together two complementary, world-leading companies in underwater 3D inspection to accelerate technological and product advances for the industry. We are proud to work with Welaptega, SubC Imaging, and SEATAC, to extend the ease of use, flexibility, and computational intelligence of Whitecap Scientific’s live ROV3D scanning system to Welaptega’s high-precision photogrammetry workflows.”
Digital twins digitise replicas of physical assets, used for integrity management, simulations, and the general visualisation of remote infrastructure to maintain the economic viability of assets, increase safety and reduce risk.
De Gier, added: “The flexible product created through this project will allow our clients to cost-effectively digitise their high value, safety critical assets without the need for offshore photogrammetry specialists, facilitating a transition to unmanned operations without jeopardising service quality.”
Together with members and partners, the Ocean Supercluster is accelerating the development and commercialisation of globally-relevant ocean solutions, and advancing Canada’s position as a global leader in ocean.
Commenting on the latest project award, Kendra MacDonald, CEO of Canada’s Ocean Supercluster, said: “It’s when we work together to solve shared challenges in the ocean, that we achieve the greatest outcomes. We are thrilled to see companies come together from across the region, in collaboration with academia to help bring a new digital twinning solution to ocean industries for the management of infrastructure at sea with a solution built in Atlantic Canada.”
For more information, please visit: www.ashtead-technology.com
New GAJT-410MS protects against RF interference and jamming in marine environments
GAJT-410MS delivers safe marine navigation as part of your assured PNT solution
With the increase of interference and jamming in marine environments worldwide, Hexagon | NovAtel is proud to release GAJT-410MS, the latest addition to their proven GPS Anti-Jam Technology (GAJT), into the commercial and defense marine markets. This low size, weight and power (SWaP) variant protects civil and military operations from interference and jamming, with jammer direction-finding capabilities for enhanced situation awareness in the marine environment.
Interference, both benign and malicious, is a challenge facing civilian and military operations. Commercial marine applications like shipping, tankers and bulk carriers are under threat from interference targeting their navigation and cybersecurity. Without assured positioning, these vessels can drift off-course and place the vessel, crew and cargo at risk. Nearshore marine applications like survey, construction and piloting require reliable positioning for uninterrupted operations in crowded waterways and RF environments. Interference mitigation and jammer direction-finding for advanced situation awareness ensure users acquire assured positioning, navigating and timing (PNT) while identifying and limiting risk from interference sources.
The GAJT-410MS provides dynamic protection on both GPS L1 and L2 bands, as well as Galileo E1, QZSS L1 and L2 and SBAS L1 to combat intentional and unintentional interference. If a vessel experiences jamming, the device’s direction-finding capabilities provide improved situation awareness of their RF environment to identify and locate the source of the jamming signals. This commercial off-the-shelf, non-ITAR solution is easy to install or retrofit onto existing fleets, enabling assured PNT for continuous operations, cybersecurity and safe navigation at sea.
“Assured navigation and cybersecurity defenses are growing priorities for marine users as global threats from interference and jamming increase,” said Dr. David Russell, marine segment portfolio manager for Hexagon’s Autonomy & Positioning division. “The GAJT-410MS is an anti-jam solution protecting vessels from interference and jamming disruptions to ensure continuous operations wherever your application takes you. With GAJT, your position, navigation and timing are protected and assured.”
The GAJT-410MS is the latest iteration of proven, high-performance anti-jam products from NovAtel. It includes flexible mounting options, jammer presence and direction-finding capabilities for advanced situation awareness.
For more information on the GAJT-410MS and the GPS anti-jam technology product line, visit novatel.com.