Oregon Drafts Offshore Wind Roadmap With Multiple Paths
US state of Oregon releases draft offshore wind roadmap that maps out four possible development scenarios along its deepwater Pacific coastline.
Offshore
Offshore Strike Suspended After Bilfinger Improves Offer
The UK’s largest offshore trade union confirms that planned 48-hour strike action involving more than 400 Bilfinger UK employees is on hold.
Victoria to Launch Australia’s First Offshore Wind Auction
The Australian government has confirmed it will move ahead with the nation’s first offshore wind auction, to be held in the state of Victoria.
UK Secures Record Offshore Wind Capacity in AR7 Auction
The UK has delivered an unprecedented boost to its offshore wind industry following the outcome of its latest renewable energy auction.
Viridien Launches New Seismic Project for Angola Block 22
Viridien introduces multi-client seismic reimaging initiative focused on Angola’s offshore block 22 ahead of the country’s upcoming licensing round.
AGL Energy Abandons Gippsland Skies Offshore Wind Project
A third offshore wind initiative in Australia's Gippsland offshore wind zone has been cancelled, with AGL Energy being the latest to withdraw.
Bilfinger Offshore Workers Vote for Strike Over Pension Dispute
The UK offshore industry may face significant disruption after more than 400 Unite members employed by Bilfinger UK voted in favor of strike action
OranjeWind Project to Add 66 Artificial Reef Cubes in North Sea
RWE and TotalEnergies sign agreement with UK-based ARC Marine to supply 66 reef cubes for the OranjeWind offshore wind farm in the Dutch North Sea.
Harbour Energy Plans Further Job Cuts Amid Tax Pressure
Harbour Energy prepares to eliminate roughly 100 offshore jobs in the North Sea as the extended windfall tax continues to limit investment.
Rotterdam Plans New Offshore Wind Terminal for 2029 Launch
The Port of Rotterdam Authority has revealed plans to develop a new 450,000 sq m terminal with direct nautical access for offshore wind activities
AD Ports and Masdar Partner on Global Offshore Wind Projects
AD Ports Group has entered into a partnership with fellow UAE company Masdar to support the development and execution of offshore wind projects.
Denmark Opens New Tenders for Offshore Wind Expansion
Danish authorities have released tenders for three designated zones that will allow the development of at least 2.8GW of offshore wind capacity.
Leading Light Wind Project Canceled by Developers
Law firm representing developers of 2.4GW Leading Light Wind project informs New Jersey Board of Public Utilities the project will not proceed.
Peers Warn Starmer’s EU Deal Weakens UK Negotiating Power
Sir Keir Starmer has been accused of giving up bargaining leverage in future European Union talks through his new 12-year fishing rights agreement
No Bids Received for Dutch Nederwiek 1-A Wind Site
Dutch authorities have confirmed that no developers have submitted bids for the 1GW Nederwiek 1-A offshore wind project in the North Sea.
COOEC Wins $800M PTTEP Contract for Thai Offshore Work
China Offshore Oil Engineering Co. secures major contract from Thailand’s PTTEP for the construction of a wellhead platform and subsea pipelines.
RWE Halts Kent Offshore Wind Project in Australia
German energy company RWE announces it will discontinue development of the Kent offshore wind project located off the Gippsland coast, Australia.
Shore Power Installation to Begin at Heysham, UK this Month
NatPower Marine and Peel Ports Group will begin installing shore power facilities at Heysham Port in the NW of the United Kingdom this month.
US Ends $679M in Funding for Offshore Wind Projects
The US Department of Transportation has revoked or withdrawn $679 million in support previously allocated to 12 offshore wind initiatives.
South Africa Tightens Offshore STS Rules, Hikes Penalties
South Africa rolls out regulatory regime for offshore ship-to-ship transfers, increasing penalties and imposing strict environmental safeguards.