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TALKING POINTOutsmart the futurewith digitalisationWords: Kristian Holm, VP Renewables, Kongsberg DigitalWind energy is proven to be a reliable way of producing clean renewable energy, and the netinflow of financial investors reflects that the industry has matured. Wind energy is clean andsafe and simply constitutes a smart investment. The business will, however, see somechallenges going forward. Generating new electricity has always depended on national supportschemes whether it has been carbon-based or generated by renewable sources.Wind and solar will be the first renewable costs. Wind turbines will continue to grow in Integrated operationstechnologies to break this barrier in reaching size. The components and the forcesthe point where they can operate applied to the turbines will continue to grow. Data is increasingly driving thecontinuously and profitably without public Which is why increasing our knowledge and understanding of wind farms and theirsubsidy. To ensure business sustainability, it understanding of how turbines operate and day-to-day operations. Various control andwill be increasingly important to continue function is the key to reducing costs, monitoring systems are available for alland develop further efforts to reduce especially as the wind business enters a aspects of a wind turbine, from plannedinvestment requirements and operating critical transformative period. maintenance to lifecycle management.52 PES Wind
TALKING POINTHowever much of this technology comes condition and performance of the wind remotely, to obtain insight for optimalfrom different vendors, and this can lead to turbines, contributing to more effective decision making which focusses on dataa mix and match approach to digitalisation planned maintenance and support. aggregation and visualisation, safety andand therefore negate the efficiency gains of operational awareness, engineering anddeploying the technology in the first place. Additionally, easy look-up of contractual performance optimisation, and obligations is integral to the system, ensuring performance benchmarking.It’s in this context that oil and gas, maritime that information on what needs to beand renewable energy technology specialist delivered at any time and indeed, information Kognifai also provides the dataKONGSBERG developed its integrated on what the penalties are if alternatives have infrastructure to move Kongsberg EmPowerapproach to wind farm management to be evaluated, is always available. applications to the cloud, and through this,systems. The Kongsberg EmPower it is possible to deliver a truly efficientdecision-support solution is an integrated Digital platform workspace for wind farm managementsoftware suite, developed to bring the companies. Kognifai is being used as adigital power plant closer to the operator This combination of operational data and platform to enable greater communicationand turbine owners. data taken from sensors directly on wind across all features of Kongsberg EmPower turbines delivers deep insight enabling applications. Advanced sensors and cuttingThe key word is integration. Integrating better-informed decision making. But edge computing can be easily appliedinformation from disparate sources KONGSBERG has developed another level through the system, but the most importantthrough the help of advanced analytics of digitalisation that provides an integrated, feature is that it provides a secure cloud-coalesces it into a single system, making it holistic solution for wind farm management based environment fully aligned with allpossible to improve EHS, gain a deeper companies working with tens or hundreds requirements for end-to-end security andunderstanding of contractual obligations, of installations for different clients in critical infrastructure.and acquire profound insight into a wind different regions.farm’s capabilities. Early adopter The enabler for this next step isFrom a management perspective, an KONGSBERG’s new digital platform. Independent wind asset operationsintegrated solution can tell operators who is Kognifai® is an advanced open ecosystem, management specialist OutSmart BV is thewhere and what they are doing at any time, a high-tech solution for real-time data first in the industry to move its operationsensuring efficient distribution of a management integrating people, to an integrated management system onworkforce for both planned and processes, and technology. It is helping to Kognifai, from which it will manage itsunscheduled maintenance. Crucially, the reinvent operational concepts and extensive onshore and offshore windsystem also provides real-time data on the business models in diverse industries, by turbine portfolio. OutSmart provides enabling all stakeholders, on-site and services to wind farm owners, fund managers, and wind project companies in Northwestern Europe, helping them to maximise the revenues of their wind assets. Part of Deutsche Windtechnik Offshore and Consulting GmbH, the company currently operates more than 400 onshore and offshore wind and solar assets, 1.8 GW in total, in Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK. With such an extensive operational network, OutSmart’s decision to further digitalise was not taken lightly. However, the combination of its own vast experience as an independent service provider in the European wind industry and the expertise and technology of Kongsberg Digital has resulted in a set of applications on Kognifai that represents a breakthrough in the way fleets of onshore and particularly offshore windfarms are operated. OutSmart’s use of Kognifai will bring a significant increase in efficiency both in the operating rooms at its facilities and out in the field. Field technicians can expect closer collaboration and better information about the challenges at hand when they travel to the site. They will know that with a company like OutSmart supported by KONGSBERG, the challenges at hand are better validated and planned than when using conventional systems. And while operational efficiency sees gains, so does the safety of the field technicians. With a common digital platform providing data storage and data security for the asset owner, the new applications rationalise the operations of OutSmart and its clients and www.peswind.com 53
TALKING POINT provide access to proven tools including advanced analytics to optimise performance and reduce operational cost for the assets. OutSmart believes that short and mid-term efficiency can be predicted well and can be influenced, despite the harsh conditions the renewable energy sector is facing. By migrating to fully digital management, the company is convinced that along with its clients it is now very well placed to deal with the changing characteristics of the contemporary wind energy industry. An integrated, cloud-based system that focusses on collaboration and secure data sharing between management companies and clients is the logical next step in dealing with growing complexity and cost pressure in renewables. For OutSmart, it means a step change in productivity of daily operations and results in better situational awareness. The integration of all data into a single system accessible by approved parties offers better analytic insights and makes reporting more efficient. Considering OutSmart’s impressive breadth of experience in intelligent operation management for wind assets and its distributed client base, this holistic approach will deliver efficiency for its own business while truly giving wind farm owners control of their data. Future-ready OutSmart’s adoption of Kognifai is a perfect example of its unique ability to provide a secure, holistic platform for disparate data streams and act as a single solution for diverse industrial operations.54 PES Wind
TALKING POINTAnd considering the transformation the larger turbines are common means that more scope for autonomous operationswind energy business is facing, it comes at operations must be planned in even greater that will become essential going forwards.the right time. detail, especially considering that human intervention on site will be reduced due to While digitalisation of the wind business isIt is almost a certainty that the turbines will both cost and safety concerns. Kognifai and here and for forward-thinking companiescontinue to get bigger and as a result, there its integrated wind applications are already like OutSmart already well advanced, therewill be more calls for them to be installed prepared to help operators and owners take are still essential new technologies takingoffshore. Whilst the next generation of even on the challenges of today, but the solution hold. The true effects that digital twinlarger turbines will indeed be highly is also being used to integrate new technology and autonomous operations willcomplicated technical solutions onshore, technology for tomorrow, such as digital have on the industry are yet to be seen, butmoving them offshore presents its own twins, which can deliver even deeper insight their potential to contribute to greaterhighly unique and incredibly demanding into all aspects of an asset. efficiency and enable a future offshore,complications, not least the size of the shows that investing in digitalisation nowcomponents and the cost and difficulty of By combining, for instance, weather can not only pay dividends today but alsosending engineers to sea. forecasts and improved turbine analytics, provide future-proofing as the industry digital twins make it possible to improve continues to develop.A future where offshore wind farms with new efficiency and reliability, while delivering www.kongsberg.com/en/kongsberg-digital/ www.peswind.com 55
CORPORATE FOCUSHeavy lifting capacity combinedwith low maintenance costsWords: Torben Blaaholm, CEO, Blaaholm A/S Blaaholm designed and manufactured the Davit Crane because of the increased weight of future wind turbine components, which puts greater demands on crane capacity and the demand for savings on service costs from their customers. PES sat down with Torben Blaaholm to find out more about this crane’s innovative features. secured early success. There are already It is possible to tilt the boom by a signed contracts and we have been invited mechanical actuator, which enables visual to tender on a significant number of control of the entire boom without using offshore wind projects. scaffolding or other helping structures. This feature also allows access to the two 2 tons Located in Esbjerg, Denmark, Blaaholm has lifting eyes located at the end of the boom. developed and produced lifting equipmentTorben Blaaholm for the wind industry since 2008. We supply solutions worldwide within 4 businessThe new crane offers the following key areas: tower production, wind industry,features: a lifting capacity of 1000kg to automation & service.2000kg, automatic and manual overloadprotection systems and special features for Special attention to simple service andeasy access for the servicing. We also maintenanceprovide a special service through apartnership with Fanø Kran-Service, which The purpose of our Davit Crane is to liftprovides great benefits for our customers. materials, from supply vessels onto the laydown area of the transition pieceWe developed the Davit Crane in deck, during the operational andcooperation with our customers in the wind commissioning phase.industry, due to the increased weight onfuture components used in wind turbines, It has been designed with special attentionwhich places greater demands on the to simple service and maintenance tocurrent onsite crane capacity. ensure stable operation and minimal service costs on the crane.It’s is new to the market and the reducedservice costs and competitive prices have From start to finish, the development of the crane had the overall aim of creating a quality product, reducing overall service cost and keeping it at a competitive price. During the design phase we had numerous session with customers, users and service providers to incorporate expertise and requested features from the market56 PES Wind
CORPORATE FOCUSCentrifugal brake mounted between motor and gearbox. Mechanical friction clutch mounted between motor One lifting eye is dedicated to emergencyand gear box (option) lowering; the other is for general use.Mechanical screw jack allows the boom to be lowered for maintenance The crane’s slewing function and tilt function are manual, which allows the use of the crane structure under the 57 commissioning of wind turbines, with no electricity present. The best corrosion protection The structure is designed and manufactured according to relevant international crane standards, full traceability is ensured in the entire production. The Davit crane is corrosion protected according to EN/ISO 12944-2 class C5M-H, and all components have been chosen for the greatest possible resistance to wind and weather. This includes stainless steel shafts and bronze lining surfaces, so the corrosion protection is best available for these critical areas. The Davit crane is produced with a lifting capacity ranging from 1000 kg to 2000 kg and can operate at SWH=2,0 (according to EN13852-1/DNVGL-ST-0378), similar to Sea State 4. A WLL of 3000 kg can be facilitated on the standard crane, with a purpose made driveline with downgraded SWH requirements. The crane’s working radius is ranging from 2,6 meters to 4,0 meters, and is customized to the customer’s current need due to flexible design. The crane has a wire speed at min. 18m/min, but can be customized as well. AOPS and MOPS systems The crane has several overload protection systems, designed according to EN13852-1 (AOPS og MOPS). The systems prevent the crane from overloading when lifting to a floating vessel, where the load or the crane hook can get caught in the vessel. The two step overload protection system stops the crane at 110% capacity. At 140% capacity the hoisting brake will be disengaged. If overload persists, the entire length of wire will be spooled off the drum (AOPS, Automatic Overload Protection System). At 150% capacity, a there is a mechanical friction clutch slip to protect the structure. In addition to the automatic systems, there is an option to activate MOPS function (Manual Overload Protection System). If overload persists, the entire length of wire will be spooled off the drum Maintenance by Fanø Kran-Service Blaaholm offer service and maintenance on the Davit Crane in partnership with Fanø Kran-Service to provide our customers attractive solutions, Fanø Kran-Service has provided service and maintenance of all types of cranes since 1995. They perform service worldwide on all types of vessels, platforms and installations within the oil, gas www.peswind.com
CORPORATE FOCUS ‘We really appreciate the fact that the design Figure 1 Blaaholm service setup of Blaaholm Davit Crane has had significant58 PES Wind focus on lifetime services utilising field experience.’ and wind turbine industries and the maritime sector. Blaaholm and Fanø Kran-Service have worked together for several years, and are also located in Esbjerg, Denmark. ‘We really appreciate the fact that the design of Blaaholm Davit Crane has had significant focus on lifetime services utilising field experience. This will ensure safe and optimal working conditions offshore and reduce maintenance costs significantly,’ explains John Krogh, Assisting Service and Project Manager at Fanø Kran-Service. The service setup of the Blaaholm Davit Crane is illustrated in Figure 1. The commissioning onshore at TP manufacturers is completed by Fanø Kran-Service at a specified location. There is also the option of Fanø Kran-Service training the customers’ technicians or the TP manufacturers to handle the commissioning. The training course is held in Esbjerg or at the TP manufacturers. The commissioning offshore includes electrical assembly and SAT performed by Fanø Kran-Service, who must carry out the maintenance at least during the first year’s warranty period and the last year of that period. In between services can be provided by the customers’ trained personnel. This is the same for after the warranty has expired. www.uk.blaaholm.com www.fkservice.dk
PES ESSENTIALGlobal wind power: 2017market and outlook to 2022PES asked Steve Sawyer, Secretary General at GWEC for his record investment of USD 348.5bn (EURoutlook on the future of the wind industry markets. Will prices 324.6bn) in 2015. According to BNEF,continue to fall or have they reached their lowest point? Where China alone accounted for 40% of totalis the market increasing? Where is it slowing down? Read on investment with US$ 133bn (EUR 118.7bn);and find out… and the Asia Pacific region as a whole invested US$ 187 billion, over 57% of theThe global wind power market remained increase on the 2016 market, bringing total total. Total investment in wind amountedabove 50 GW in 2017, with Europe, India global installations to 18,814 MW, and to 107 billion US$.2and the offshore sector all having record representing a 30% increase in cumulativeyears. Chinese installations were down - capacity globally. Offshore was about 8.4% Cratering prices for both onshore and19.66 GW - but the rest of the world made of the 2017 annual market, and represents offshore wind continue to surprise. Marketsup for most of that. Total installations in about 3.5% of cumulative installed in such diverse locations as Morocco, India,2017 were 52,492 MW, bringing the global capacity, but it’s growing quickly. Mexico, Brazil and Canada range in thetotal to 539,123 MW. The annual market area of US$ 0.03/kWh, with a recentwas in fact down 3.8% on 2016’s 54,642 Total new investment in clean energy rose Mexican tender coming in with prices belowMW; and the cumulative total is up 11% to US$ 333.5bn (€296.8bn1) in 2017, up US$ 0.02. I think we can safely consign theover 2016’s year-end total of 487,219 MW. 3% over 2016, but still lower than the phrase ‘renewables are too expensive’ to the dustbin of history.The offshore segment had a record year 1 Exchange rate used for USD to EUR conversionwith 4,331 MW of installations, an 87% (USD1 = EUR 0.89) Meanwhile, offshore wind had its first 2 https://data.bloomberglp.com/bnef/ sites/14/2018/01/BNEF-Clean-Energy-Investment- Investment-Trends-2017.pdf60 PES Wind
PES ESSENTIAL‘subsidy-free’ tender in Germany last year, sophisticated market structures for By the end of 2017 there were 30 countrieswith tenders for more than 1 GW of new matching up supply and demand at all with more than 1,000 MW installed: 18 inoffshore capacity receiving no more than scales are just some of the elements Europe; 5 in Asia-Pacific (China, India,the wholesale price of electricity. A Dutch beginning to emerge. Japan, South Korea & Australia); 3 in North‘subsidy-free’ offshore tender in early 2018 America (Canada, Mexico, US), 3 in Latinfollowed suit. While it will be some years China, the largest overall market for wind America (Brazil, Chile, Uruguay) and 1 inbefore this is the new normal, offshore power since 2009, retained the top spot in Africa (South Africa). Nine countries havegoing forward is economically competitive 2017. In 2017, wind power produced 305.7 more than 10,000 MW of installed capacity:with any and all new forms of generation, at TWh, an increase of more than 26% China, the US, Germany, India, Spain, theleast in Europe; offshore prices for projects compared with 2016, and accounts for about UK, France, Brazil and Canada.to be completed in the next 5 years are half 4.75% of total Chinese power generation.3of what they were for the last five years; and China will cross the 200,000 MW mark inthis has sparked huge interest in the Installations in Asia once again led global 2018, adding another milestone to itstechnology around the globe: in the United markets, with Europe in the second spot, already exceptional history of renewableStates, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, India, and North America in third. Once again in energy development since 2005.Australia and even Brazil! 2017, as has been the case since 2010 (except 2012), the majority of wind Looking ahead2017 was not a spectacular year in terms of installations globally were outside the OECD.global installations, but key developments The aftermath of the global financial crisismarked the forward progress of the energy 3 https://chinaenergyportal.org/en/2017-electrici- in the previous decade resulted in averagetransformation. Driven by the improving ty-energy-statistics/ global markets of about 40 GW/annum foreconomics of wind power, as well as solarand storage, the outlines of a futuresustainable energy system are beginning tobecome clear.‘Hybrid’ wind/solar/storage plants are nowbeing built, able to supply clean reliablepower 24/7 for much of the year; utilities areseriously experimenting with batterystorage in place of peaker plants; and EVsales are booming in key markets. Thedevelopment of local micro-grids, someusing peer to peer power trading withblockchain technology, and more and more www.peswind.com 61
PES ESSENTIALthe period from 2009 to 2013. Breaking grow, albeit at a slower pace, in the and fewer markets. North America looksthrough the 50 GW barrier for the first beginning of the new decade. We expect pretty stable for the next few years, andtime in 2014, the industry set a record of to see total cumulative installations reach we’re expecting Mexico to start to fulfil itsmore than 60 GW due to anomalously 840 GW by the end of 2022. promise in 2018.high installations in China in 2015. In 2016the market returned to the ‘new normal’ of The Asia market continues to dominate Despite the fact that Brazil’s political andjust over 54 GW, and 2017 was in the and will do so for the foreseeable future. economic woes have abated somewhat, wesame range. While China continues to be by far the will feel the effect of the lack of auctions for largest market globally, the days of most of the last two years over the nextWhat does all this mean for wind markets dramatic year-on-year annual market three years. Argentina is one of thein 2018-2022? We expect the annual increase are probably over, at least for the brightest spots in the wind universe at themarket to remain at roughly 2017’s level for next few years. India will play a much moment, and Chile will continue to grow, as2018 due to anticipated decreases in stronger role, although the 2018 market will some of the smaller Latin AmericanGermany, the UK and India. This will be will disappoint. Europe is unlikely to repeat markets. The South African hiatus is over,balanced by increases in North America, the record installation levels of 2017, but and there should also be significantthe Middle East and Africa and Latin we’ve been looking for a downturn in installations in North Africa in the comingAmerica. The annual market will return to Europe for the last five years at least, and years. Australia will continue to be the onlygrowth in 2019 and 2020, breaching the 60 it hasn’t come yet, although there has significant market in the Pacific for theGW barrier once again and continue to been a worrying concentration in fewer coming years as the fulfilment of the Mandatory Renewable Energy Target proceeds apace. Will there be unforeseen surprises? Probably. Will Russia and Saudi Arabia finally begin to reach their potential and provide rapidly growing major new markets for the industry? Perhaps. What about the Vietnam, the Philippines and the rest of the Southeast Asia? The only thing that we can say for certain is that the increase in the rate of change in energy markets will continue to accelerate in the coming years. Wind power is increasingly the most competitive way of adding new power generation to the grid in an increasing number of markets, even competing against heavily subsidized incumbents; and for the first time we can say that this now includes offshore. Wind is a mature technology, with proven reliability and cost competitiveness. It is both more and more often the technology of choice for utilities, and has also dominated the surging corporate PPA market, where savvy companies look to62 PES Wind
PES ESSENTIALboth provide a hedge against potentially are solid signs that it will in 2018, but we charge in the transition away from fossilwildly fluctuating fossil prices, and at the shall see. fuels; and continues to blow away thesame time reduce their carbon footprint – competition on price, performancenot to mention ‘greening’ their image with There is a still an acute need around the and reliability.increasingly vigilant consumers. world for new power generation, which is clean, affordable, indigenous, reliable and www.gwec.netWind is making a rapid transition from a quick to install. Wind power is leading thetechnology reliant on ‘support’ in mostmarkets, to one where it stands on its owneconomically, even without any kind offinancial benefit for the major rewardssociety reaps from its deployment interms of clean air and carbon-dioxideemissions reductions. Hopefully we’ll getthere one day. But in the meantime, theindustry will have to struggle with shiftingpolicy regimes and the inevitable gapsthat accompany them and do our best totake it to the next level – annualinstallations of 60, 70, or even 100 GW/year. This will be necessary to meet theParis targets and secure a sustainableenergy future on a planet left habitable forsucceeding generations.2017 saw a concentration of installations ina smaller number of markets in Europe,Africa, and Latin America, reversing a trendfor a diversification of markets that hasmarked the industry’s growth over the lastdecade. That needs to change, and there www.peswind.com 63
TALKING POINTBoots on deckand head upin the skyTimes have changed over the last 50 years in our industry. safe working environments are consideredPES has had the pleasure to witness the ever improving to be a condition of employment and thisquality, health, safety, environment (QHSE) implemented in brings a responsibility to every employeecompany policies both on and offshore. Read on to find out within Glomar to avoid, reduce andwhat is happening at Glomar Offshore. eliminate any possible hazard that could lead to loss of life, permanent disability,In Glomar Offshore, as an owner and considered quite distinct, this is far from medical treatment, injuries or damage tooperator of 20 offshore support vessels, reality. As such, the experience, QHSE Company assets and third party assets.varying from, lower end of the market: record, skillset and technology used areguard vessels, to standby safety and the same. Safety awareness is the most valuableEmergency Response and Rescue (ERRV), asset in an organisation. Periodto high specification, subsea and offshore In our industry, it has to be in everyaccommodation and access units, we company’s policy to prevent incidents in all In shipping, where constant fighting withdeploy our fleet in both the Renewables activities carried out by the shore-based the elements and unpredictability of natureand O&G industries on approximately a and shipboard personnel. This includes is inherent to the operation of vessels of50-50 ratio. external personnel, subcontractors, as well any type, safety takes a predominant and as assets from third parties employed for a leading role in the heart of any operator. It’sWhilst these two sub segments, specific project. entrenched to the offshore culture andconstituting the bulk of activities for the imposed by client-charterers and operatorsmedian Northern European ship owner, All companies should aim for a culture of alike on a strict basis.alongside dredging, salvage and commitment to safety, accountability andgovernmental/institutional support, are responsibility. Safe working practices and Since the establishment of the offshore industry half a century ago, we ship owners have made a quantum leap in integrating safety into our culture, especially given the fact that accidents do, and unfortunately64 PES Wind
TALKING POINThappen and have happened in the past. requirements are applicable to any given process such an amount of information andSeeing old photos, from the Oil & Gas charter. This requires agility in adjusting to allow for reports and corrective actions toindustry, for example, one cannot fail but such requirements. be generated.notice the lack of safety awareness, or thelack of using PPE. Preparing statistics, however, is only a In a multinational and multicultural fraction of what the QHSE department will industry such as offshore, it is of highThis has now changed for the better. This be tasked with…The QHSE department is importance that people of variousintegration of safety is two-fold; it is both there to constantly promote health, safety backgrounds and languages are on a parobserved on board our vessels, by and environmental awareness and bringing with each other. Instructions andeducating seafarers and creating the crew of our good vessels to a very high guidelines should be simplified and easilyprocedures to prevent accidents of level. As such, The QHSE department’s role accessible to anyone. As such, followinghappening and in our offices, where a is to develop high standards and to keep up company establishment ‘Golden Rules’ isstrong and experienced QHSE department the main goals of Glomar Offshore and their a good foundation point for the concreteis needed to monitor our activities and partners and clients. development of a safety culture.promote safety. On the more applied and practical aspects The 9 golden rules of safety within theWhilst tendering for a charter, clients in of Safety training, each vessel is on average Glomar organisation:both the O&G and, more recently, the performing more than 350 to 400 drills,Renewables industry, will always be safety meetings on board and handovers 1. Compliance with all applicable local andprudent in thoroughly asking vessel every year, which pile up to more than international laws, rules, and regulations.operators for a track record of their safety 70,000 such drills for Glomar on an annualperformance in the form of statistics, basis. Besides this, each vessel’s crew is 2. P revention of work-related incidentsaudits or demonstrations/exercises. undergoing training, and as many as 40 to through several layers of protection,However, in an industry that QHSE 50 client, but also internal audits from our such as safe design, safe workingstandards are unfortunately not universally Safety officers, annually. A sound back practices, safe behaviour andregulated by any authority, client specific office, software system is needed to appropriate maintenance, engineering, operating and administrative controls. www.peswind.com 65
TALKING POINT Willem Netten HSE Officer Warrant Officer (Ret), Royal Netherlands Navy Panos Komninos Chartering Manager – Glomar Offshore BV Fellow, the Institute of Charterers Shipbrokers Glomar Offshore BV www.glomaroffshore.com [email protected] +31 223 525 030 Het Nieuwe Diep 34A3 1781 AD, Den Helder The Netherlands3. E xperienced and skilled personnel are 7. Development and maintenance of players have to adhere to. Glomar’s vessels vital to a safe working environment. Each emergency plans to deal with safety pass every inspection and fulfil all employee is provided with the necessary emergencies in an effective and requirements set by our customers with knowledge and skills to achieve this. efficient way. flying colours, making them all delighted when they sail and work on our vessels.4. C ommitment by all personnel to health 8. Periodical review and continuous and safety and protection of the safety improvement of the Safety Management Our QHSE team is regularly on board our of others. System in place. ships to improve the skills and awareness of our crews; and to inform and train them,5. Encouragement to report all potential 9. Full understanding of the Safety so they are always able to respond hazards, accidents, near miss incidents Management System in place by every adequately to the rapidly changing and proposals for the improvement of employee within the Company, including standards in the industry, and most of all health and safety. shore-based and shipboard personnel keep the safety standards on board the vessels on the highest level.6. Identification, assessment, control In conclusion, highly demanding customers and monitoring of exposures to set a high standard regarding the Health, www.glomaroffshore.com potential hazards. Safety and Environmental protocol industry66 PES Wind
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TALKING POINTRenewing the energy industryPES wanted to know more about how Peterson is applying a collaborative approach, togetherwith transferring expertise and know-how to become a top player in offshore wind andrenewables logistics. Sander G van Helvoort, Business Manager Wind & Renewables,Peterson was happy to help with this.The global energy industry is currently and education, and is crucial for the driven by the strict regulations to meet theunder-going a change in direction with productive activities that can raise people energy demand.leading innovators and companies across out of poverty.the globe working to speed up the Closer to home, the Netherlands hastransition towards clean and renewable With its origins rooted in the Netherlands, invested heavily in green energy, evenenergy sources. Peterson has long been inspired by the establishing its largest offshore farm across culture of its home country, and, as it North Sea with a capacity to produce 2.6Access to sustainable and clean energy moves towards renewable energy, paying TWh of clean energy annually.sources is essential to the goals set by the particular attention to offshore wind power.Agenda 2030 and the Paris Agreement on As part of its on-going goals, Peterson isclimate change. Not only does this lead the The European offshore wind market is clear in its objective to become a preferredcharge in sustainable energy, but predicted to record remarkable gains over partner for renewable energy projects.renewables also contribute to a higher the coming six years, with the UK,standard of living, as well as better health Germany, Poland and the Netherlands all We are committed to becoming a serious service provider for renewables, as we are68 PES Wind
TALKING POINTfor oil and gas. Having worked with the speed, clients are increasingly looking for helping to transform the burgeoningenergy industry for more than six decades, integrated solutions that can better offshore wind industry.we have developed and honed our support this and help reduce the overallknowledge of providing high quality and costs. Wind and solar have become so Applying a collaborative approach to thebespoke customer solutions, using key cheap on a levelized cost of electricity renewables supply chain is key to askills that we have developed and become (LCOE) basis, that they are increasingly successful take on the energy transition. Byspecialist in, over a number of decades. becoming the go-to source for new joining together vessels, helicopters,Working alongside key industry players, we electricity generation projects. warehousing and additional resources, socan now use this to shape a new and much more can be gained than a reductionemerging industry sector. Clients are now looking to key industry of emissions: a reduction of costs. It players, who can support them with the actually maximises the assets you areTransferring skills and knowledge same collaborative approaches and using. It’s a win for everybody. innovative strategies, which have been triedAs the industry continues to grow at rapid and tested for the oil and gas market, In previous years, we at Peterson have created innovative, industry-leading vessel sharing initiatives such as Aberdeen Marine Logistics Alliance (AMLA), the Southern North Sea (SNS) Pool and the Central and Northern North Sea (CNNS) pool, that are designed to maximise efficiency and reduce marine logistics costs through the sharing of vessels. The SNS pool, which was formally established in 2002, now delivers annual saving in the region of $23 million, as well as reducing fuel consumption and unnecessary stress and expenditure to its participants. Most recently, we opened our new helicopter passenger terminal in the south west of the Netherlands. The new terminal at Zeeland Airport, which represents our significant commitment to the growing renewables industry, is expected to support up to 4,000 passengers through hundreds of helicopter flights every year, offering new transportation options to the offshore wind energy industry. The first of these flights, operated by business-to-business helicopter operator NHV, took off carrying passengers from marine contractor Van Oord to the East Anglia ONE wind farm in April 2018. Using our years of experience in energy logistics, these are just some examples of our range of safe, reliable and integrated offshore wind and renewable logistics solutions, from our range of strategic locations, operating around the North Sea in Aberdeen, Blyth, Great Yarmouth, Lovestoft and from Flushing and Zeeland Airport via Rotterdam, IJmuiden, Den Helder and Eemshaven, all the way to Hamburg. Together with Ahlmann Zerssen, a Peterson company, we also have a strong presence around the Baltic Sea from Kiel to Rostock, Szczecin and Gdansk. Peterson believes it is important, in the modern energy industry, to make sure all parts of the supply chain are integrated and we work closely with our customers to ensure this is the case. Our support ranges from analysing data, enhanced planning and procurement - conducted by 80:20 Procurement services, a Peterson company - to full offshore support for operations and maintenance. This allows us to review data and procedures, and manage projects predictably and proactively. The high demand for qualified personnel is www.peswind.com 69
TALKING POINTparamount in the current and ever-growing efficiencies and safety. around five years ago, through our ownoffshore wind industry. With the oil and gas internal suite of services and investing insector still facing challenges as a result of While many firms are still using multiple, digital companies, Core 29 and Streamba.the downturn, there is currently a huge complex systems and programs for The company is now able to create andamount of interest from workers wishing to operational procedures, our range of deliver data-driven solutions focused onmake the move into renewable energy. inter-connected, intelligent logistics sharing resources and bringing energy tools and applications address global logistics into the digital age, deliveringPowering renewables forward supply chain challenges by improving improved safety, cost reduction and operational efficiencies. efficiency in the process.We are passionate about innovativetechnology, and looking to power things This includes the eCargo application that Our move to innovative and forward-facingforward with the help of a digital landscape. has built in safety controls, an incident technology has been accepted by theAs a result, we are continuing to develop data capture tool, Innovate and future industry as a real shift change in terms ofsmart solutions utilising our proprietary plans to incorporate video bursts and the way the global energy supply chainsuite of digital logistic services that enable visual procedures for running through interacts, making it mutually beneficial forreal time, data driven decisions to improve work procedures. operators, vendors and tier oneperformance and increase efficiency. contractors. This is a key learning and This type of real-time information and industry discipline that Peterson canThe energy logistics company’s new model analytics are at the heart of Peterson’s transfer to offshore wind.for offshore wind enables customers to not intelligent logistics suite that helponly gain insight into their uptime, but to customers understand real-time, historic We are experiencing a bit of a change in theincrease it significantly. and predictive usage patterns, events and mind set of offshore wind farm operators. A inventory, enabling them to manage their few years ago, there was a lot of breakingAs an active member of the supply chain, safety predictably and proactively. down of contracts, where one wind farmPeterson has first-hand experience of the could potentially have over 100 contracts.key challenges and issues which need to This deep understanding of the Now, wind farm operators are looking forbe overcome, and how to adapt and improvements and solutions required puts multi-contracts - outsourcing to one partyimprove the service sector to make it us front and centre of an industry reboot who takes more responsibility and thereforemore cost efficient with time-savings for where innovation and collaboration are key more risk.our customers. to making positive impacts. This is similar to oil and gas where you takeNot only this, but our innovative procedures Committed to the renewables sector on a large scope and have to manage thehave seen us push forward with digital risks associated. This new attitude cantechnology to help improve onsite We began investing heavily in this area70 PES Wind
TALKING POINT‘Worth around a billion pounds per wind farm; theexciting projects are propelling Peterson ahead.’accelerate supply chain players but also Most recently, we have been active with As well as technological advancements,pass on cost savings for operators. renewable projects, Aberdeen Wind Farm our vessel sharing platform has raised and the Dudgeon Wind Farm, with new awareness of the added value and impactFrom installation to the operation and engagements with East Angular ONE. that the company has on the industrymaintenance phase of your offshore wind through new and innovative approachesassets, Peterson is trusted to deliver. The We are providing logistics support for the to working.international logistics services span the UK-based offshore wind farms, workingentire energy life cycle, bringing benefits closely with the operators to deliver The management of logistics services in thefor partners, clients and investors at comprehensive logistics services including renewables industry presents a significantevery stage. stevedoring, ship agency services, growth opportunity for us. We have the provisions delivery and transportation of depth of experience and proven capabilitiesThe specialist services are backed by our personnel for walk to work security. to deliver the services required to meet thee-logistics suite, and through our sister needs of operators working in this sector.company, Control Union, we are now working Worth around a billion pounds per windcollaboratively to offer integrated services for farm; the exciting projects are propelling www.energylogistics.onepeterson.cominspection and certification services. Peterson ahead. www.peswind.com 71
TALKING POINTUltrasonic clamp load testing:the best way to ensure correctbolt pretensionAchieving the correct bolt pretension is essential in assuring bolted joint integrity. Bolted jointsare critical when ensuring the safe operation of wind turbines or other similar boltedconnections. In this context, ultrasonic measurement has proven to be a very accurate andcost-effective solution when installing new bolts, as well as when evaluating existing bolts aspart of determining the lifespan of wind turbines. R&D explains why to PES.In recent years, wind energy has become clamping force is too low, separation and new bolts, but can also evaluate existingan important source of electricity bolt fatigue may occur. On the other hand, bolts as part of determining the lifetime ofproduction. As with any other technology, excessive clamping force may produce wind turbines.wind turbines have a limit to their time in damage in the joint’s structural componentsfunctional operation. Currently, wind such as excessive distortion or breakage. Take the best precautions from theturbines are designed to be efficient and initial commissioningreliable for 20 years, with the possibility of By focussing on achieving the correct boltextending beyond that. pretension, you not only ensure a proper Where wind turbines are concerned, safety clamping force but can also maximise the is paramount. Each turbine consists ofContinuous inspection of wind turbines is reliability of the turbine, as well as reduce hundreds of different-sized bolts holdingimportant as it can maximise the turbines’ the need for maintenance and downtime. critical components together. If the properlife expectancy as well as minimise the risk bolt pretension is not achieved duringof failure. In this context, the importance of An accurate and cost effective solution installation, the integrity of a joint can becorrect bolt pretension is frequently compromised, leading to misalignment and,underestimated, as incorrect installation In the past, it has been difficult to evaluate ultimately, failure of the bolted joint.can increase the risk of partial or total bolted joints, since the previously availablefailure in wind turbines, since these bolts methods of inspection only focussed on Therefore, utilising a bolt method thathold critical components together in the whether the bolts were loose or rusty. tightens the bolts effectively and preciselyturbine as well as the tower. However, most joint failures are not caused is necessary to minimise the risk of failure. by the joint design or the fastener. Often, they By focussing on ensuring correctA fully tightened bolted joint can sustain are the result of insufficient or inconsistent pretension from the outset, you ensure thatmillions of load cycles without any clamp load when assembling the joint. the best precautions are taken from theproblems, whereas a joint consisting of moment of initial commissioning, and in theuntightened bolts often fails within a few Problems such as bolt fatigue and vibration long run ensure that the wind turbinecycles. If a bolt loosens, a chain reaction is loosening can usually be prevented by produces energy at a lower cost.likely to occur and, consequently, can result achieving and maintaining a correct clampin failure of the entire turbine. force in the joint. Achieving a consistent Maximising the turbine’s operating time clamp force in the bolted joint duringOne of the most challenging parts of the assembly is essential for bolted joint By using the ultrasonic measurement tool,tightening process is the correlation integrity. Ultrasonic measurement of you can achieve the right alignment ofbetween the applied torque and the tension fastener elongation on both new and existing bolted joints efficiently and in a controlledthat arises when the nut stretches the bolt a bolts has proven to be a very accurate, manner. The tool is suitable for most boltsmall amount. This tension results in an reliable and cost-effective solution. types and requires no special pre-treatmentopposing clamp force that holds the two of the bolts. It can be an important part insections of the joint together. If the By using this method, you not only achieve maximising the turbine’s operating time, the correct bolt pretension when installing while minimising failures.72 PES Wind
TALKING POINT The advantages of R&Ds ultrasonic bolt measurement tool: • A simplified method of measurement • Cost-effective solution • No special pre-treatment of the bolts required • Suitable for most bolt types • High accuracy • Effective and reliable process • Optional subsequent control measurements • Temperature compensationWhen installing new bolts, the tool allows you using an ultrasonic measuring tool means R&D is an international engineeringto track clamp load during the entire you can reduce the number of service and consulting company with antightening process and determine the clamp inspections as well as the hours spent on industrial focus.load without influencing joint stiffness. service and maintenance of bolted joints.Subsequently, the data can be used to We have the know-how needed toschedule service and maintenance, since the Measurement of blind holes supply our customers within a widecorrect pretension is known from the range of areas – from heavy-dutybeginning. Also, the data can be used as In wind turbines the different bolted joints industrial test systems to lifting andevidence of correct bolt pretension for claims. have various levels of accessibility. A blade transport solutions for the wind joint, for instance, can be more difficult to industry, including turnkey engineeringReduce unscheduled service access, control and repair than a tower services and complete service flange connection. So far it has been packages. Our services are dividedBolts should be inspected to ensure they difficult to measure blind holes, since there into six areas, which ensure that wemaintain a proper clamping force, as well is only access from only one side of the combine the proper knowledge andas analysed for fatigue damage. By bolt. Ultrasonic measurement, unlike other skills to develop the right solution forscheduling service and maintenance, you measurement tools, such as micrometres each and every customer:not only ensure safe operation of the wind or callipers, does not require access toturbine but also reduce the need for both sides of the bolt, which makes it the • test systemsunscheduled service. A loose bolt leads to only tool available to evaluate blind holes.unscheduled stoppage, resulting in lost • wind product developmentrevenue, due to the turbine’s downtime. Temperature compensation • engineering & automationAt the same time, it is of vital importance The speed of sound depends on thethat service and maintenance is carried out ambient temperature. If the temperature • tools & structuresefficiently and in a controlled manner, as rises, the speed of sound increases and ifthis can reduce your costs. Ultrasonic the temperature drops, the speed of sound • service & installationclamp load testing is a reliable and decreases. Since the stationary targetcost-effective method to determine the depends on temperature, this variance can • steelcondition of bolted joints and has proven to affect the accuracy of the measurement.be a simpler method of measurement. Even minor changes in temperature can We have extensive capacity forCompared to other measurement methods, lead to incorrect results since the development and the ability to innovate measurement of a bolted joint requires due to a broad spectrum of highly specialised engineers and broad industry knowledge. Our engineers cover everything from project management and mechanical design to automation and hydraulic systems. Our ambition is to develop individualised and innovatory solutions, which add substantial value to our customers’ companies. accuracy down to the millimetre. R&D’s ultrasonic measurement tool uses an integral temperature compensation network to account for changing temperatures. Therefore, the environmental conditions are not a problem when measuring the bolted joints. www.rdas.dk www.peswind.com 73
TALKING POINT Blade leading edge erosion: damage limitation, containment and prevention Following the recent news, widely published in the industry and national press regarding a number of offshore wind farms, it seems that last year’s end of warranty inspections highlighted unprecedented amounts of offshore wind turbine, blade leading edge erosion, across several offshore wind farms in Europe. As the offshore wind industry enters the 2018 season blade repair campaigns, there is much to be considered. Early intervention is imperative for the quality and longevity of repairs. PES asked WTG to give us their view on this problem.74 PES Wind
TALKING POINT ‘If the expected lifetime of the surface coating is lessthan the lifetime of the blade, suitable inspection and maintenance intervals should be specified.’It is an issue the industry has long been 2. E nsure the correct levels of repairs and Following this first stage test, the erodedaware of and there are many initiatives in upgrades are carried out in response to samples were sanded back to a 320-gritplace looking to tackle the issue, such as existing leading edge erosion. Attention finish, recoated with the Biim TRI-Coatthe Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) must be paid to the levels of erosion and under field conditions and retested asCatapult’s Blade Leading Edge Erosion the preparation of each repair will though applied over an erosion damagedProgramme. Is this the Benchmark for depend on the extent of the damage to leading edge.future blade inspection and Integrity the substrate. The erosion damaged samples were thenmanagement during warranty? subjected to the same test parameters as During recent tests conducted by WTG the original undamaged samples. The tests,The following extract applies: Offshore using ORE Catapult’s rain erosion using four separate samples, showed test rig facility in Blyth, some important strong evidence that when coatings areIf the expected lifetime of the surface discoveries came to light: applied over a damaged substrate, failurecoating is less than the lifetime of the blade, of the new coating will occur at a far quickersuitable inspection and maintenance When testing a new TRI-Coat (temporary rate with a decrease in durability of theintervals should be specified. repair and Inspection coating), which was newly applied coating by as much as 70%. aimed at containing existing damages and Also, even newly coated samples, showedInspection and maintenance intervals shall the prevention of further erosion, the speed far reduced durability when applied inbe planned to provide adequate assurance in containing and stabilising any further field conditions.that no significant deterioration in the leading edge erosion has a direct bearingcondition of the installation may arise in the on the future durability of repairs. Tri Coat 1 Two hours Photo 1interval. The design should take intoaccount the practicability of carrying out Two separate tests were carried out under Tri coat 2 first test failure 1hr photo 2inspections of relevant components or rain erosion conditions.systems. Where inspection is not Tri coat 3 Four hours Photo 3practicable, the component or system shall 1. New test samples were coated with thebe designed and manufactured in a way WTG Offshore Biim TRI-Coat, ourthat adequate durability for the entire innovative temporary protective coating.operating life of the wind turbine is assured. (4.25hrs durability)However, the following questions may be 2. N ew perfect test samples where coatedcritical in ensuring the successful, efficient with the WTG Offshore Biim LEP coat,and effective execution of these leading our innovative and possibly Aepedge repair campaigns. increasing, LEP Protection solution. (7.25hrs durability)• A re your minor blade erosion damages currently getting bigger? For the tests it was clear that the Biim Coatings, should be applied directly to• Are programmed repairs taking longer the laminate substrate of the ORE than expected due to further Catapult blade samples with no filler or degradation? gel coat layers.• Would the ability to change from reactive Although under normal circumstances this to preventative repairs enable you to plan would not be recommend for coatings on and prepare resources for the repair wind turbine blades, due to the nature and campaign better. intended use of the coating; a temporary repair solution to stop and stabilise existing• A re your assets blades affected by damages, it was important to test under leading edge erosion continuing to further these difficult and not ideal parameters. degrade whilst awaiting repairs? Each coating had three individual samplesHow can/will OEM’s and Asset owners: that were each tested to failure.1. M anage damage category limitation and The individual samples produced various containment of further leading edge levels of erosion damage. erosion, specifically in the period before and during the blades are scheduled for Tricoat 1 T wo hours medium erosion repair. Whilst awaiting repair the damage. affected blades will certainly have a continued exposure to further and more Tricoat 2 One hour light erosion damage. aggressive erosion damage and degradation of the substrate. Tricoat 3 Four and a quarter hours very light erosion damage. 75
TALKING POINTDue to the coatings clear nature and the 15 disposal innovative solutions for protecting for permanent repairs to be budgeted for,minute inspection intervals, the actual point the blade leading edges including: planned and scheduled to meet the clientsof failure could be seen under the coating preferred time frame.prior to actual failure, as can be seen in the • Polytechs Elle. – Robust and durable softfollowing photographs. shell system. By using a combination of frequent preventative inspections and the WTGCoating applied over erosion damage (Prefailure 3hrs) Offshore Biim products, technologies and processes, asset owners can now proactivelyCoating Failure (3.25hrs) control every stage of blade leading edge erosion and the associated repair programs,The milk white spots at 357/412cm indicate • 3 M’s new Version 2 Tape. – Revised with complete piece of mind.areas of delamination starting. These areas version of the much used 3M tape.look to have started above the stitch line of Procedures and products are now availablethe biax fabric • Basf Relest. – 3 process protection putty/ to address, assist and ensure the quality coating combination. levels required to achieve this muchOnce these areas of delamination occur, required industry solution during this periodfailure of the coatings is rapid and With new technology now available of unprecedented repairs.aggressive in nature. enabling QA/QC Inspections of the repair coatings and critical adhesion testing by Although often asset owners have no costsWhere areas of erosion have removed part NDT, of the chosen leading edge upgrade to consider, the earlier their bladesof the substrate resin and possibly broken solutions, finally the industry has some degradation is arrested the better thesome glass stands, even though minimal robust quality options to address problems condition the blades will be in the long run.and not through the outer layer of the of leading edge erosion. Minor repairs must surely be preferred andfibreglass, failures will occur at these resin limiting further erosion damages in apoor exposed/broken fibre glass areas. With many blades across numerous planned manner will result in a proactive offshore sites, currently requiring repair and effective solution.After the eroded sample tests conducted at after only five years, if these blades are leftORE Catapult, it was found that the in operation (without any temporary Kirsten Dyer, Senior Materials Researchreplacement coatings failed three times protection) whilst awaiting scheduled Engineer at ORE Catapult said: ‘At thefaster than the original, when applied over repairs, we can certainly expect an Catapult, our combination of world-leadingerosion damage effecting the substrate resin escalation of these erosion damages from testing assets and industry expertise meansand fibreglass. However, the replacement possible Category 3 damages to more we are uniquely placed to support innovativecoatings applied over erosion damage to the critical Category 4 & 5 damages resulting in UK SMEs like WTG Offshore in developingoriginal coating proved more durable. protracted repair programs. new products and services, which can solve some of the challenges faced by the offshoreThis is fundamental proof that early Simply by acting quickly to contain and wind industry. Our rain erosion test rig andintervention is critical to not only the repair protect existing damages, asset owners expertise in materials research is leading to arequirements, but also the ongoing durability and OEM’s can dramatically reduce the better understanding of the fundamentalof the replace coatings. This also highlights magnitude of repair campaigns. These physics of erosion, and how it can bethe need to carry out laminate repairs even coatings serve to stabilise and seal in the mitigated, leading to the development of newwhen only slight resin damage has affected area. Thus halting any further protective coatings and materials for blades.’happened to the substrate. Even a single erosion or deterioration in the coated areabroken glass fibre stand or simply thin resin for a period of up to two years. The aim is EARLY INTERVENTION OF EROSIONarea could present a future failure point. to provide the client with an extremely cost DAMAGES, IS IMPERATIVE FOR THE effective and simple way to eliminate the QUALITY AND LONGEVITY OF REPAIRS.With the emergence of some great new risk of further damages while allowing timeproducts and technologies over the last www.wtg-offshore.comyear, asset owners and OEM’s have at their WTG Offshore’s Biim® TRI-Coat™ (Temporary Repair and Inspection coating) Innovative and efficient, providing a quality cost effective and competent offering. A transparent single part coating, providing complete protection of existing damages by: • Extreme UV resistance • Highest Scratch resistance • Extreme abrasion resistance • Highest chemical resistance • Excellent Hydrophobic properties • Reduced surface debris Applied in minutes whilst providing protection for up to 2 Years....76 PES Wind
CORPORATE FOCUS Heading for new shores: emerging markets drive global offshore wind growth Nordsee One offshore wind farm Offshore wind is all the rage right now, competing without subsidies, floating into deeper waters with new foundation designs and bigger turbines. For all its promise, however, offshore wind remains mostly a European affair, with more than 15 gigawatts of capacity installed in European waters by the end of 2017 and less than two gigawatts elsewhere. Slowly but surely the picture is beginning to change. The US, and Asian countries including Taiwan, are progressing ambitious offshore wind plans. Leading European energy companies want to benefit from this ambitious mood. PES invited Vladimir Nicolaas, innogy Head of Offshore Growth & New Business, and Chris Willow, innogy Business Development Manager Offshore Wind, to give an insight into innogy’s global offshore growth aspirations.78 PES Wind
CORPORATE FOCUS Chris Willow Vladimir NicolaasWith more than 1,000 megawatt of installed the full lifecycle of the project, from early capacity of around 2.5 gigawatts (pro rata),’capacity (pro rata), innogy is one of the development through to operations – just as Chris explained. One of innogy’s keyworld’s leading operators of offshore wind we already do in Europe.’ development projects in the UK is the 1,200farms, trailblazing the industry since 2004. megawatt offshore wind farm Sofia in theTogether with investment partners, the innogy has extensive experience of Dogger Bank zone. In addition the 860company owns seven operational wind delivering successful energy partnerships megawatts Triton Knoll offshore wind farm,farms off the UK, German and Belgian in the European offshore wind sector. The for which innogy secured a route to marketcoasts. ‘Our strong European footprint is the company has completed the majority of in 2017, is expecting to move into thebackbone for our global growth plans,’ Chris their now operational projects within a construction phase later this year.explained. ‘Our aim is to actively pursue and partnering structure – includingunlock opportunities worldwide,’ Vladimir manufacturers, financial investors, banks In the second German offshore auctionadded. ‘We plan to do this by entering into and municipal utilities. earlier this year, innogy was awarded thepartnerships with both global and local rights to build and operate Kaskasi offshorepartners who we can work with throughout ‘We are familiar with the wide range of wind farm in the German North Sea with an different types of partnerships and have installed capacity of circa 325 megawatts. developed an excellent reputation in this The wind farm is expected to commence area. Galloper offshore wind farm, which operation in 2022. started full commercial operation earlier this year, is a good example: When three In March innogy entered the Irish offshore partners and 12 banks are convinced of the wind market by partnering on Dublin Array quality of the project and are willing to join wind farm. It is an early stage offshore us in the investment, then we’re confident development project, located in the Irish that we’ve done everything right – in fact we Sea and planned with an installed capacity were oversubscribed with potential of around 600 megawatts. ‘This partnership investors,’ Chris stated. is another milestone in achieving our growth objectives in Europe,’ Chris stated. innogy is very flexible in their partnerships. ‘We’re happy to deliver the development, However innogy wants to expand beyond construction and operational roles within a Europe. ‘A clear trend has been developing project. This ensures that the project is for offshore wind. The technology continues managed in a highly professional way and to spread to a growing number of countries benefits from our experience, including across the world,’ Vladimir explained. valuable lessons learnt being applied. Political uncertainty and insufficiently clear Equally we’re very happy to participate in a policies have the potential to jeopardise the joint venture with a minority share and progress in several of the new markets but deliver our experiences through a joint a definite drive towards renewables is set to delivery team, as we do at Nordsee One.’ deliver significant growth. ‘Realising the innogy is partnering with Northland Power potential of offshore wind is crucial to and Enova in this 332 megawatt project off meeting European and global renewable the German coast. energy targets. The technological developments and innovation along with Significant development pipeline in Europe the cost reductions achieved in the offshore wind sector over recent years have ‘Beside our strong operational portfolio, we confirmed it as a key part of the future have a healthy development pipeline in energy mix.’ offshore wind with a planned installed www.peswind.com 79
CORPORATE FOCUSGalloper offshore wind farmTaiwan’s offshore aspirations ‘The Taiwanese government has taken Gwynt y Môr offshore wind farm concrete steps to clarify regulations andOne of the new players in offshore wind is policies by setting targets and putting in system investments. High wind speedsTaiwan. Due to its isolated location and place a feed-in-tariff mechanism. In addition and good soil conditions at variouslack of natural resources, Taiwan currently the government will invest to fund renewable locations complete the positive picture,’imports more than 98 percent of its energy development to give confidence to Vladimir continued.energy supply and is expected to face domestic and foreign investors,’ Vladimirpotential power shortages from growing stated. ‘Furthermore, Taiwan offers a routeelectricity demand and plans to into Asia Pacific market.’decommission all nuclear plants. Todaythere is a strong push from the Taiwanese With 3.5 gigawatts of new offshore projectsGovernment to advance the growth of already selected and a further tworenewable energy as one of their key gigawatts soon to be announced by anpolicies to addressing future power auction in June, the Taiwanese market isshortages, whilst stimulating economic expected to become a major offshore windgrowth through developing regional production hub in Asia. innogy is one ofsupply chains. The Government identified various European companies which areoffshore wind as an ideal technology and interested in this region, and has set up aplans to have 5.5 gigawatts of offshore new team based in Taipei to pursuecapacity installed by 2025. opportunities across Asia Pacific.‘Taiwan made headlines when the country US: the country with unlimiteddeclared these ambitious growth targets for possibilitiesoffshore wind,’ Vladimir said. ‘Although thelevel is relatively small compared to some Beside Europe and Asia, the US market isother countries, for example China, the big one of innogy’s key strategic growth areasattraction is that Taiwan is an open market for offshore wind. ‘The offshore windwith a strong economy and a positive industry in the United States seems to becommercial environment.’ Ultimately, gaining some momentum – accelerated byTaiwan’s strong economy and renewable falling offshore costs, strong renewableenergy policy focus creates a favourable targets at the state level and the proximityenvironment for international investors. of potential sites to loads centres which minimises the need for large transmission80 PES Wind
CORPORATE FOCUS Greater Gabbard offshore wind farmRhyl Flats offshore wind farm Nordsee Ost offshore wind farmAccording to a recent report from the U.S. competition by offering new leases. RenewablesDepartment of Energy, the United States isdeveloping a robust pipeline of projects to innogy took the important strategic innogy develops, builds and operatesensure growth in the country’s promising decision, to increase its interest in plants to generate power and extractoffshore wind market. Offshore wind farms developing renewable activities in the US, energy from renewable sources. Part ofwith more than 23,000 megawatts of when it founded its subsidiary Innogy the portfolio are wind and hydro powerpotential installed capacity are now in the Renwables US LLC in August 2016. The plants as well as solar and biomassworks. Near-term activity is concentrated in company is based in Chicago and explores plants. Currently, the company isthe North Atlantic, but other projects are in opportunities for offshore and onshore particularly strongly represented in itsvarious stages of development across the wind as well as solar. home market, Germany, followed bycountry, including the Great Lakes and the the United Kingdom, Spain, theWest Coast. The next step is for the US ‘We believe that our experience and Netherlands, Poland and Italy. Innogy’sFederal government to inspire more expertise can help fulfil the country’s aim is to expand renewables in Europe renewables potential,’ Vladimir affirmed. further, both on its own and working with partners.Company profile United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Belgium, as well as several countries in The company believes that workinginnogy SE is a leading European energy Central Eastern and South Eastern together in this way is the key tocompany, with revenue of around €43 Europe, especially the Czech Republic, making the energy transition abillion (2017), more than 42,000 Hungary and Poland. In renewable success. innogy is one of the majoremployees and activities in 16 countries power generation, the company is also wind operators in Europe. At theacross Europe. With its three business active in other regions, e.g. Spain, Italy moment the company is focusing onsegments Grid & Infrastructure, Retail and the USA, with a total capacity of continuing to expand its activities inand Renewables, innogy addresses the 3.9 gigawatts. wind power. That’s why, in addition torequirements of a modern, its core markets, innogy is alreadydecarbonised, decentralised and digital As a leader of innovation in future- active in new markets such as the USAenergy world. Its activities focus on its oriented fields like eMobility, we are and Ireland. Another growthmore than 22 million customers, and on represented in the international hot-spots technology is the construction ofoffering them innovative and sustainable of the technology industry such as Silicon utility-scale photovoltaic power plantsproducts and services which enable Valley, Tel Aviv and Berlin. We combine - for example in Australia.them to use energy more efficiently and the extensive expertise of our energyimprove their quality of life. technicians and engineers with digital www.innogy.com technology partners, from start-ups toThe key markets are Germany, the major corporates. www.peswind.com 81
CORPORATE FOCUSReduce costs usinglight weight slingsLindø Industrial Park saves time and manpower by replacing crane, a 103m truck-mounted lift andheavy polyester slings with lightweight Dynamica SafeLift normally seven employees, the time savingsslings manufactured in Dyneema®. are undoubtedly substantial.’The industrial park on Funen has a great A lifting sling is lowered down along the foot Time is saved primarily because the switchexperience with the handling and shipping of a jacket, pulled underneath two stiffs, and to the light slings has made it possible toof large components for the offshore and then guided back up to the beam. Lindø reach all four rigging points without movingheavy industry. The industrial zone in Industrial Park has used polyester slings for the gigantic 103m truck-mounted liftOdense is, amongst other things, a this type of lifting until very recently. In this around. As the polyester slings werecollection point and a storage depot for case a standard polyester sling had a substantially heavier, the truck-mountedjackets for offshore wind turbine diameter of 101mm and weighed 186kg. lift’s capacity could not reach the fourfoundations. Jackets are 63m tall steel rigging points from one place, and the liftstructures with a weight of up to 665t per However, polyester has now been replaced therefore had to be moved at least once,piece. This figure corresponds to the weight with hi-tech lifting slings manufactured by with corresponding rigging and de-rigging.of 27 fully loaded lorries! Dynamica Ropes. More specifically, these 40mm Dynamica SafeLift slings only weigh Peter Blazejewicz continues: ‘We naturallyA gantry crane with a capacity of 1,000 t is 45kg per piece. A weight reduction of at examine both the theoretical properties andused several times, both to gather the least 140kg compared to a polyester sling. actual physical condition of new lifting gearjackets and then to move them around for before we use it – and we were verystorage or shipping. The process involves Peter Blazejewicz, Transport Engineering impressed by the properties offered bylifting of so-called 3D structures, which have Manager at Lindø Industrial Park, says: ‘The Dynamica Ropes’ lifting slings. After aa height of 55m and a weight of approx. 500t weight reduction means that we save at meticulous deliberation of the lifting task atper piece, where rigging needs to be done at least 45 minutes on each lifting operation. hand with Enes Hadziefendic, Technicala height of some 50 or 60m. Since each lift involves a 1,000t portal Consultant at Dynamica Ropes, we decided to buy SafeLift slings, and this has turned out to be a great decision.’82 PES Wind
CORPORATE FOCUSDynamica Ropes has its headquarters in Cover and other types of sling added to the entire heavy lifting sling orTaulov, which is also where it manufactures its protection materials on specific areas, which particularly arehi-tech ropes. The niche company has been exposed to abrasion.supplying customer-specific rope and lifting All DYNAMICA SafeLift slings are madesling solutions designed for various different with Dyneema® and are manufactured The most commonly used covers arepurposes such as ship mooring, storm according to DIN EN 1492-4. Every sling made with Dyneema® or Polyester. Aprotection projects, lifting of wind turbine is custom-made with quality and safety Dyneema® braided cover, which providesparts and deep water surveys since 2004. as a focus. The rope slings are maximum protection for the rope orJørgen Sørensen, the CEO, says that the constructed as single, double or triple slings. A polyester cover will oftenstrong 12 strand braided rope is particularly sling with a variety of options when it provide enough protection.interesting for the offshore industry, which comes to covers and extra protectionoften places major requirements on the against abrasion. When regular inspection of the sling is aweight and size of the lifting gear. Enes crucial parameter DYNAMICA Dual LockHadziefendic adds: ‘In the case of Lindø To secure a long lifetime of the SafeLift cover and DYNAMICA Woven Dyneema®Industrial Park, two people must be capable slings, it is often beneficial to apply a sleeve are good and durable options.of handling the lifting sling at a height of 50 to cover to protect the sling in the bearing Both covers have an open and close60metres, and the truck-mounted lift must be point or against abrasion on the main function, which makes visualable to reach all four rigging points without body of the sling. The cover can be inspections possible.being moved around.’ This places immenserequirements on the weight of the liftingequipment and simultaneously gives a priorityto a small diameter because of the somewhatspecial rigging.’The SafeLift sling mentioned in this caseis made of 12 strand braided rope, whichis made with Dyneema® fibre, thestrongest man-made fibre to date. Theseslings are supplied with a thick wovencover with Double Shield Coating at botheyes and in the middle of the sling toensure protection against wear. Thewoven covers along with proper handlingduring lifting operation guarantees a longservice life for the lifting gear.A last, yet also important gain made withthe switch to Dynamica SafeLift slings isbetter working conditions for the riggers atLindø Industrial Park. Peter Blazejewiczexplains: ‘Rigging with the polyester slingswas physically demanding for the riggers.The switch to SafeLift slings has made thisvery heavy lifting easier for them.’ Take proper care of Dyneema® rope ropes connected by a knot, the loss of slings – it pays off strength is app. 60%. Ropes made with Dyneema® fibres • They should only be used in connection generally have a long lifetime. The with clean and non-rusty surfaces. synthetic ropes need to be handled and stored correctly. Although DYNAMICA • T hey should not go over sharp edges. ropes are more abrasion resistant than other synthetic fibres, special care has to • They lose strength when being bent. be taken. Some of the most important Dynamica Ropes recommend a points are: bending radius of minimum 2 times the diameter of the rope for static end • Dyneema® ropes loose strength when connections. For ropes running over connected by a knot, when being bent sheaves, we recommend 5 times the over small items or when being diametre of the rope (preferably 10 spliced. The strength of a Dyneema® times the rope diametre if possible). rope spliced by authorised riggers is reduced by app. 10%. In cases of www.dynamica-ropes.com www.peswind.com 83
TALKING POINTThe EAGLE-ACCESS SYSTEM just landed on the platform at 22 meter. The balanced arms allow accurate electric driven, max 70 KwThe next generationoffshore access systemThe rapid market expansion, in offshore generated wind PSV’s to platforms came to light and twopower, requires a new approach towards offshore access for competing access systems weremaintenance of wind generators. Two experts in access introduced to the market: OAS by Offshoresystems, Willem Prins and Marco Klitsie, developed a totally Solutions and Ampelmann. Both systemsnew and patented access method for which solid investors accommodated the access for personneland building partners have already been found. The EAGLE- from DPII supply vessels to oil and gasACCESS SYSTEM will be ready for trials in early 2019 and so platforms, mainly in the North Sea area, aPES wanted to know more… limited market at the time.Background A short history In the same period and also in the North Sea, investments in offshore wind parksLooking back on 15 years of experience in By the end of the 20th century the offshore started, driven by the upcoming alternativesconsultancy and the design and oil and gas industry felt the need for for oil and gas as primary energy sources:development of access systems for cheaper access for personnel to platforms, wind power. The building of wind generatoroffshore platforms for several clients in the replacing the expensive use of helicopters, parks requires the same type of access tomarket, we conclude the present which was also driven by the trend towards the foundation piles for personnel as the oiltechnology is far from mature. There are smaller and unmanned platforms. and gas platforms. So the access systemsstill more technical steps to be made, originally developed for the oil and gasespecially in the offshore wind market. In 2003 the first proposals for access from market, could service the building of wind parks just as well. And they did. Wind energy has been booming ever since and many players have entered the market with modernised variants of the early access84 PES Wind
TALKING POINT The EAGLE-ACCESS SYSTEM: ‘As easy as taking the bus’systems. These bring people from vessels to cargo, supplies and/or people to platforms and operation by the vessel’s own crewplatforms and vice versa, in batches of small and being able to switch quickly between to avoid the need for extra specialistsgroups and/or on a 24/7 basis. these modes. on board.It is remarkable to see that the present An upcoming separation in the access 4. H igher operability conditions: only limitedaccess systems and operators technically all market: by the vessels DP seakeeping abilities.follow in each other’s footsteps, by offeringthe nowadays well known bridge type - S ystems serving the building of wind 5. Dramatically less complex: to facilitateaccess for people. The Walk To Work generators, with 24/7 access and frequent operation and optimal reliability/safety.system. They look alike and work similarly. traffic in a short period between pile andApart from the extra towers and lifts to fulfil vessel 6. L arge reach in distance and height: forthe requirement for more safety, comfort and flexibility in vessel orientation on DP.higher access: only adding to their weight, - A maintenance market for wind parkspower consumption and complexity. where at least 30 to 40 ‘touch and go’ 7. Dramatically lighter, smaller and visits per day over years can be made to better drive power: to allow operationBut over the last 15 years the market deliver/remove people and cargo to/from from smaller vessels and to minimiserequirements have changed. In its early wind generators deck space.days the market for access systems wastechnology driven. Operators had to use Recognising that the present access 8. Shorter transfer time per visit: to make aswhatever the suppliers were offering. Even systems are in essence based on the many visits per day as possible.now the operators in the market basically requirements of the oil and gas industry ofdo not offer much more than safe transfer the previous millennium and therefore now 9. Improve transfer comfort for people:for people only. Cargo is problematic and unfit for the upcoming wind generator avoiding exposed waiting, long walks overpresent access systems are still heavy, maintenance market, EAGLE-ACCESS moving floors and the vessels cargo deck.complex and large. They operate at started a new development. Bearing inrelatively high cost in limited conditions. mind our 15 years of design experience in 10. Transfer to unprepared platforms: no access, we drew up a requirement list for need for costly additions to the platformsNew demands this new development in this field: like hand opened gates, doors and specific connection/landing devices.If a totally new access system were to be 1. Cargo, people and supplies: quickdeveloped based on the markets present switching between these modes. EAGLE-ACCESSand future demands, it has to berecognised that in the wind power industry 2. L imited number of people per transfer: 2 Both founders of EAGLE-ACCESS BV,the following trends will be decisive: to 4 and plus mass transfer (ca 1 ton). Willem Prins and Marco Klitsie have a long track record in the offshore access industryThe requirement to be able to transfer 3. L ow installation and operation cost: to and in a wide variety of other areas of accommodate fixed vessel installation technology; from design and consultancy to project management. www.peswind.com 85
TALKING POINTEasy Switch between People and 1t Cargo with the same reach and operational conditions. EAGLE-ACCESS BV Burgemeester Nawijnlaan 12 2042 PM, Zandvoort, The Netherlands Email [email protected], [email protected] www.eagle-access.nl Linkedin: eagle-access-bvThe EAGLE-ACCESS SYSTEM Operational window is huge, from -2 meter below the water up to 25 meter With its unique set of USP’s theand around the PSV EAGLE-ACCESS (EA) outperforms all existing bridge type access systemsTwo and a half years ago the project was found. The production of the EAGLE- on the market:initiated to develop a dedicated future proof ACCESS SYSTEM will be done by strategicaccess system for wind generators, based partners, who have a proven track record in • Lowest cost for Capex and Opex.on a thorough study of the present and production for the offshore industry.future market demands. • Almost all weather availability since By using ‘proven technology only’ plus the the vessels seakeeping abilities onEspecially aimed at access for the simplicity of the patented design, the DP are the limitation.maintenance of wind generator parks, which highest reliability is assured. The worldwideis an upcoming market where the currently 24/7 servicing will be guaranteed by • U ncomplicated design and driveavailable access systems, when compared EAGLE-ACCESS and through its reliable system allowing fast installation, lowto EAGLE-ACCESS, will struggle to compete strategic partners. weight (17 tons) on deck occupyingin economics, availability and usability. only 6 m2 deck space and The first EAGLE-ACCESS SYSTEM will consuming max. 70 kW electricThe final design is now ready for production become available in early 2019, after power provided by the vessel.and complies with the latest NoBo’s rules. thorough on land testing, sea trials andIt’s great that the investors have been subsequent demonstrations. • N o need for expensive, noisy and large hydraulic power units on deck. Comfortable deck to platform transfer of people in a closed cabin or of cargo (1 ton) within one minute. • T he EAGLE-ACCESS SYSTEM has only three major moving parts and uses proven and safe technology only. • Allowing the vessels crane driver to operate the EAGLE-ACCESS SYSTEM without the need for extra specialists on board. • L anding directly over the platforms handrails there is no need for costly access gates on platforms any more. • Any platform will do.86 PES Wind
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ASK THE EXPERTSBuoancy in the offshorechartering market Anders Fjord, CEO for North Sea Hagland Shipbrokers, met up with PES to tell us about the changes in the company over the last couple of years. The company has expanded, there is an increase in demand for more vessels, with higher specifications from the renewables market and new horizons opening in the US and Taiwan. So things are looking good.... Anders Fjord PES: Welcome back to PES Wind In January 2018, RG Hagland, Shipbrokers magazine. Thanks for talking with us. from Haugesund, Norway, acquired 49% of88 PES Wind It’s been a couple of years since we last the company. Following this we changed spoke, so for the benefit of our new our name to North Sea Hagland readers, would you like to begin by Shipbrokers ApS. explaining a little about the background of your organisation and how you The two companies combined their currently serve the wind industry? shipbroking to serve the renewable markets. The two companies also Anders Fjord: The company was founded cooperate closely in other areas, in 1976 by Orla Fjord, and has since strengthening the service solutions within developed from a small sale & purchase other segments, such as subsea, oil and shipbrokers, working with the fishing gas, tugs, and sale and purchase. industry, into one of the leading shipbrokers supporting all maritime industries. Then in May 2018, North Sea Hagland Shipbrokers ApS, Denmark, acquired the The company entered the offshore majority of shares in NSH-Shipbrokers renewables market in 2007. Our impact was GmbH Germany. This combined such that we are now one of the leading organisation is now well placed to provide a offshore renewables shipbrokers. broader range of integrated services and
ASK THE EXPERTSsolutions to the industry worldwide. give us a rundown of the types of PES: What is the single biggest vessels and some examples of how they challenge facing the market today?PES: Has there been much change in the would be used?market since we last spoke? AF: Availability: with the oil price above AF: We have all vessel types in our portfolio, 70USD, a great number of high spec.AF: Yes we see now the market is picking though on the whole we use more WTW vessel owners have left the renewableup after a hard 2016 and 2017, when in fact (Walk to Work) and CTV (Crew transfer market to work in Norway and the UK ona lot of projects were postponed. A low oil vessel) vessels. The WTW vessels are used oil & gas projects and that has an effect onprice has also had an effect on the market. during construction work and after for the availability. A lot of the vessels thatWe are now seeing the markets picking up servicing the wind farm. We have chartered were working in the renewable sector, arefor many vessel types, such as CTVs (Crew a variety of different WTW vessels from 42m now seeking higher day rates from the oil &Transfer Vessel) and WTWs (Walk to Work). up to 130m vessels, which are able to gas market.There are not many bigger CTVs and WTWs accommodate 110 people.available for the summer 2018 campaigns. PES: Looking ahead to beyond 2018, PES: How do you decide when it’s time what trends and/or changes are youPES: We know you have a long history of to design a new vessel, what triggers off anticipating in the market and why?supplying vessels to the offshore the need to add to your fleet?industry, how have the bigger size AF: As the components are getting bigger,turbine components impacted on NSHS? AF: R&D offices continually come up with our clients are looking for larger vessels new designs. As a shipbroker we offer with higher specifications, so we expectAF: There are quite a lot of issues with the different designs to owners and we match more owners will come into the market andshipping and installing of bigger size the designs to the different markets. invest in new designs, developed for thecomponents, two of which are availability different working areas e.g. the US andand finance. There are not many vessels However at present not many designs are Taiwan, where the renewables market isavailable that can transport and install the efficient enough to enter the European increasing. We foresee much more futurenew generation of components. This will industry, because the clients’ specifications expansion in these regions.mean a rise in the day rate due to this lack are becoming more and more challenging.of availability. There has been a lot of talk about ‘one stop PES: You told us last time about your shop’ suppliers but we are experiencingPES: We see that you have a consultancy new German office, has this proved an more and more clients wanting ateam providing independent services to advantage to you? Are you planning to specialised company for each task. Therethe offshore renewables industry. We expand in to other areas? can sometimes be conflict and risk usingwould like to know more about their role? one supplier for everything. AF: Yes since opening our office inAF: Our consultancy team is committed to Wilhelmshaven we have worked more Availability will change as the markets havesupporting the renewables industry. Ready closely with the German market. Additionally belonged to the charterers for some yearsto give guidance and evaluate which vessel on May 1st 2018 we acquired NSH- now. We predict that with the increase in thetype is the most efficient for specific Shipbrokers GmbH. Now we also have a day rates more changes are on the horizonprojects. There are a lot of things to take in GmbH office in Hamburg, which significantly and we expect this to continue in 2019.to consideration when chartering a vessel strengthens our position as brokers in theand we make sure of the best commercial renewables market and other sectors. www.north-sea-shipbrokers.dkand technical match between the parties.We did a technical evaluation for a projectwhere we suggested a different vessel typefrom the one requested by the client. Thisresulted in 18% less weather standby thanthe year before. This saved time led to aconsiderable cost savings on the project.PES: Do most of your clients in theoffshore industry charter the vessels, ifso why?AF: We have both owners and charterers asclients. However we do more chartering peryear then sales & purchases.There is a high investment involved, whichmany companies can’t afford and also theconsiderable task of managing one or morevessels. The two main reasons mostcustomers charter are the high maintenancecosts and the risk of breakdowns.We cover the wind market worldwide and thatbrings in many chartering and sales &purchase enquiries. Our company haschartered out more or less all vessel types torenewable projects: doing pre-surveys,construction and service of the wind farms,cable laying etc...PES: There are various types of vesselsbeing used in our industry, could you www.peswind.com 89
TALKING POINTAccomodation roomModular accommodation:flexible assistance to theoffshore wind sectorWords: Robert Flanders, Sales & Marketing, MML Offshore.With the continuous progression of the offshore wind industry we find more operators thanever searching for effective and efficient solutions to their operations. In the wind energysector, modular units can be placed on a huge variety of vessels and barges to accommodatethe manpower required during the commissioning phase of the projects.Accommodation modules are designed to renewable energy across the global However, we now find that in order to keepinterface with the control rooms, which industry, more organisations are opting for up, rapid conversions of existing vesselenables great flexibility when it comes to swift modifications on all types of fixed types, with the support of modular units islast minute changes in projects and the installations in order to keep-pace with the proving to be the way forward.varying requirements for staff. They host a ongoing demand. In previous years, manyrange of benefits, as shown below. of these organisations believed to have As we know, a new build can be very ample time to prepare for the next energy expensive, with a long lead time toFast and efficient revolution, with long-term, extensive and manufacture. When swift vessel costly new builds for their projects. modifications are the preferred option,With the palpable shift towards sustainable/ modular units are a vital part in this90 PES Wind
TALKING POINT process. The fundamental concept of are incorporated into the design and modular units enables them to be extremely manufacturing process. versatile and flexible, with simple and fast construction. This can make the decision of In the offshore modular and container commissioning a completely new vessel or industry, DNV 2.7-1/EN 12079 and SOLAS not more straightforward. are crucial in assuring safe and secure living environments for a workforce. With It saves time and expenses for an these certifications and design standards in organisation to quickly convert and place, it equips the module with the enhance current vessels, and modules can appropriate features to be protected and deliver a quick solution for additional POBs withstand even the most hostile offshore which may be required as a result. Long, and marine environments. drawn out modifications are reduced, as the simplicity of a modular build saves Subsequently, additional features can be significant time on such projects. With the added to accommodation modules to intrinsic design and feasibility, they create further improve the safety of the units. A an efficient and economical solution, typical offshore accommodation module is offering a safe and secure living usually equipped with fire and gas detectors, environment in a fast-paced industry. sprinkler system, fire dampers, emergency lighting and automatic shutdown capabilities Reliable and safe through the vessels control panel. With a further heating, ventilation and air By having each separate modular unit conditioning system (HVAC) to ensure a being constructed off-site under comfortable environment is maintained manufacturing regulations, the units are around the clock. under intense quality management, and thus offer solid safety credentials. Versatile ingenuity Manufacturing plants have strict quality assurance and control programmes with Perhaps the most beneficial element to independent inspection and testing modular accommodation is the ability to procedures that promote superior quality meet all individual requirements and of construction at each stage. This is technical specifications, which can lead to where the relevant industry certifications a fully functioning living quarter installed in a matter of weeks. Modules can be linkedAccomodation module www.peswind.com 91
TALKING POINTLinkable modulesand stacked together to from multi- which modular units can deliver on – topsides’ weight is becoming a seriouspurpose, multi-level accommodation offshore modular substations. Substations factor. The units, which usually weighcomplexes on board installations. As a are an indispensable part of the operation significantly less than previousresult, hook-up time and associated costs at large multi-megawatt sites, with a core construction materials, reduce this issueare dramatically reduced, providing clients function of alleviating and maximising the and can be installed by the same vesselswith a cost-effective solution when power voltage generated and transmitting as the foundations. This means theadditional beds and living areas need to be that to shore. installation can be carried out by vesselsfound at short notice. Modular units are a perfect fit for this as that are already on site which are essentially, they significantly diminish the significantly cheaper than the heavy-liftOnce a living quarter is created, there are cost of such installations. In many cases, vessels usually required.additional modules which can be the current topsides have reached theirconfigured for facility and ancillary weight limitations and thus the accurate The ‘Plug & Play’ construction methodpurposes. This allows gymnasiums, locker, calculation and supervision of the means that units can simply be taken outrecreation, music, laundry, galley and mess and plugged onto an installation, ready torooms all to be incorporated into the Interior accomodationcomplex. By utilising a modular buildsystem, the opportunity to produce anytype of module function becomesimmediately achievable.Being able to provide diverse optionsthrough modular capabilities has aprofound effect on not only the scope ofoperations available offshore, but also tothe morale of the workforce who calls thecomplex home. With the many types ofinstallations and vessels offshore, life canoften seem isolating or claustrophobic.Offering a vast selection of facilitieson-board from areas of gathering, to placesof solitude and privacy can significantlyhelp an employee to switch off and feelmore at home.Benefits to offshore substationsOf course, there are other capabilities in92 PES Wind
TALKING POINTFirst Module Laid Down First Level CompleteBlock Three Levels Complete Block with Walkways & Stairsbe connected to the control room with delivery times. contribute to an already lowered expenditureease. This standardised approach for the future of operations using thisthrough modules, which hosts many Furthermore, complexities from operations modular approach.benefits, notably reliability, has already and maintenance are reduced and openbeen adopted for complex engineering more options in terms of keeping equipment Overall, lower topside weight, topside volumeprojects offshore. sustained. It’s no secret that maintenance and reduced construction time brought offshore is a meticulous and expensive about through modular units all contribute toRather than erecting major equipment on burden. A modular approach gives the lower cost of modular substations.an offshore platform, the substation option of bringing maintenance personnel toequipment is already assembled in the the platform for minor complications and Modular accommodation units continue tounits. This includes the linings and internal even enables the equipment to simply be be a preferred option for many industries.power distribution at the manufacturing taken ashore and repaired there. With this, Offering simple, fast and smarter solutionsarea onshore, ready to be taken out and units can be immediately replaced with a with reliable results each time. There is noinstalled on the platform. This saves on spare modular unit, which is already doubt this method will be continuallydevelopment and commissioning costs and outfitted and ready to be taken out at short utilised in the offshore wind industry.can cut around four to six months off notice. These maintenance methods again www.mmloffshore.com www.peswind.com 93
TALKING POINTDon’t make public approval ofyour wind plans the mostdifficult part of your projectsWords: Al Maiorino Although wind power remains broadly powerful as a renewable resource, opposition to wind farms is nothing new. For supporters, wind seems to offer something for everyone: carbon-free electricity, construction and maintenance jobs, and competitive utility rates. Still, wind farms are not accepted by all, and criticism of new wind installations around the world has effectively stalled development of some projects and defeated others. Al Maiorino Wind power production in the United States of wind energy projects in their continues to increase, especially when local communities when given a chance.94 PES Wind governments seek to generate more tax revenue, but despite the many Arguments from wind farm opponents often environmental benefits, when residents focus on concerns about disruption of organize and fight a project, they often landscapes, noise, aesthetics, reduced succeed. Rural residents across America property values, and bat and bird mortality. are increasingly rejecting the advancement In rural states like Ohio and Minnesota, residents fear that large-scale wind farms
TALKING POINTwill turn rural communities into industrial Pailahueque of the planned 155-MW wind Guardian, Emma Pinchbeck, Executivezones. To shift residents’ views on wind farm to be built on ancestral Mapuche Director at RenewableUK states:farms, they must be informed of the facts territory in a timely manner. As a result, theand many benefits of wind as a dominant requirements for wind farm approval under ‘Investment made since 2015 has deliveredenergy source. Chilean laws to be unfulfilled. Opponents record new capacity and made onshore also claim the approval contradicts several wind the cheapest form of power. But theSouth Africa has exceptionally promising Chilean laws, aimed at protecting government’s current policy means that weconditions for wind power generation but indigenous lands and territories while also are missing out on future onshore windhas delayed wind power production, violating the rights that the indigenous development, and consumers are missingconspicuously due to the lobbies for peoples have over them. It is important to out on a return on their investment throughnon-renewable power supported by the inform stakeholders about wind projects lower electricity prices.’former President Jacob Zuma. Now that the early in order to have a better chance atcountry’s power utility, Eskom, has more winning support and getting the project to In order to capitalize on a clean, cheapflexibility to make decisions, it would be approval. Any misstep will be exploited source of power, the UK will need politicalremiss to continue excluding renewable causing delays or lawsuits along the way. support from governments and agencies,projects, which will benefit both Eskom and not just the public.the country from economic and Resident opposition groups are not the onlyenvironmental perspectives. force halting wind power production. In the Companies seeking to bring new wind United Kingdom, the Conservatives’ ban on projects to fruition need to develop anIn South America, a Chilean wind farm was onshore wind farms competing for organized campaign to promote thedefeated by strong opposition from the subsidies means the sector’s future projects, increase support, and avoidTemucuicui Mapuche community. Chilean prospects are limited for the time being. delays. Here are some tactics that shouldauthorities failed to inform the towns of Los be considered to build political support andLolocos, Pinoleo, Pichilen, Pitriqueo and In a January 2018 article from The educate residents on any wind project: Assemble stakeholders It is critical to include stakeholder groups both locally and regionally in ongoing project discussion. Local elected officials like to see community outreach. It is important to engage stakeholders to activate their contacts as part of the grassroots efforts as these groups can amplify messaging through newsletters, email blasts and presentations to the organization’s members. Coordinating a call to action with stakeholders can greatly enhance support in a meaningful way. Rally your supporters Identify real residents to support your project. Use social media to locate supporters in the community as they interact with wind-related content and easily get in contact with them. Once in contact with supporters, the key is to activate them by asking them to attend a public hearing and speak in support of the renewable project. Direct supporters to fact sheets and the website so they have the latest information on the project and rules about making public comment. Meeting with supporters before a hearing to provide helpful resources is also beneficial to prepare them for speaking at a public hearing. Digital Effective use of digital platforms is an important tactic to build grassroots support amongst members of any size community as well as public officials. The most important piece to any digital campaign is to prepare an effective website, dedicated to the project that regularly updates residents, dispels new myths and disseminates the latest information. To get project messaging across effectively, website content should detail project benefits, highlight lighting www.peswind.com 95
TALKING POINT‘In order to capitalize on a clean, cheap source ofpower, the UK will need political support fromgovernments and agencies, not just the public.’and noise mitigation features, and display with your target audience, and ‘Twitter Town have experts briefed to provide comment assite plans. This website should also link Hall’ events can be effective tools that help needed. Residents can voice their opinionsresources to educate viewers from third organizations spread information, as well as and ask the project coordinators questions.party sources and provide downloadable get in touch with the public for variouspetitions, fact sheets, advocacy guides, objectives and programs. Direct mailinfographics and more. Encourage peopleto sign up in support of the project to Video and aerial drone footage Although direct mail in large populatedgather a supporter database. areas has become cost inefficient, in small Video is one of the most versatile digital rural areas it is still a great way to targetSocial media campaign marketing tools today. People are more new audiences and disseminate information likely to watch a short video, rather than about a wind project. When purchasing aCreate quality, sharable content to share read through a lengthy report. The video direct mail file, make sure the information isregularly on social media pages created should provide the public with facts and a updated and accurate. Often our firm willspecifically for the project. Content that is call to action on behalf of the project. This purchase resident and voter files and crossposted on the dedicated project pages call to action can urge website visits, match them. Voters tend to be more activeshould be boosted as needed by social comment submission or coordinated civically than non-voters.media marketing, which is both cost- tweets to public officials for example.efficient and effective to introduce the Computer animated videos are especially Door-to-door canvassingproposal to new audiences. Include a popular, and creating a short animatedconsistent and unique project hashtag to video might be the extra push needed to This tactic may be difficult in rural areas,share across all social sites. The hashtag get supporters involved. but door-to-door canvassing will allow forshould be relevant to the project and easily personal outreach to residents. Be sure toremembered. A project hashtag allows for In recent years aerial drone footage of bring plenty of literature about the project,live feedback and easy responses to the development projects has increased ways to connect and other relevantpeople using it. Additionally, public officials rapidly and is less expensive than other materials. Be prepared to answer questionsand community members alike can search forms of aerial photography. Aerial drone and hear concerns from residents. Althoughthe hashtag for a live feed of positive footage of a wind project will allow the it is time consuming, making that face-to-chatter on the project. public to visualize the project in a unique face contact will be worth it in the end, and way. Aerial photography can be used in many will be compelled to take action inHaving a social media page dedicated to marketing brochures, social media support of the project.the wind project allows for direct feedback accounts and websites. Once the projectfrom the target audience and provides a is permitted, footage can show the Community meetingsplatform for two-way communication. A construction process through a video orFacebook page can serve as an online GIF, or even use still images. Organize meetings for project updates forfocus group where people can express residents in an auditorium-like setting.their thoughts on the project. Events can Host an open house Create a PowerPoint presentation toalso be hosted on Facebook, and going live educate the public on wind farmat events like a project open house is a Host an evening open house that allows construction, along with fact sheets andgreat way to spread the word to those who residents to filter through at their leisure. other relevant materials. Allow some timecould not attend. Include several stations informing the at the end of presentations to hear community on the project’s site plan, concerns from residents and answer anyOpen houses can be advertised and RSVP’d environmental facts, and community questions they might have. It is alsoto through this platform. Instagram is a great benefits. Instead of scheduling a important to continue the conversationplatform to post videos and unique visual presentation show a looping video with after community meetings, whether heldcontent. Twitter works best for interacting aerial views or simulations can be shown digitally or in person. throughout the event. Invite reporters and www.publicstrategygroup.com/96 PES Wind
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2018OmUeTdiNa OdaWta WNOINTDHPOOTWAEIRRNKT Orga & Sabik Offshore Conference Call Moventas MML Offshore GWEC Glomar Offshore Blade Care Global Maritime OFID SeaOwls Conference CallSustainability in the offshore Looking in details at floating We preview the upcoming Downtime, maintenance & An in-depth look at modular Will prices continue to fall or We learn more about ever We hear from CEO, Marine operations standards in Assessing risk policy in the Looking at wind turbine We preview the upcomingwind industry wind power AWEA WINDPOWER 2018 cost saving are key, remote accommodation have they reached lowest point? improving quality, health, safety, Hans-Peter Zimmer the offshore wind industry offshore sector installation vessels WindEurope 2017 Conference event taking place in Chicago, IL surveillance must be one of the environment (QHSE) & Exhibition in Amsterdam. top ways to improve all threeWIND WIND WIND From the biggest upcoming events to the leading Again we turn our attention to the eagerly anticipated 2017 has been another year of change and innovation. technological advances, PES brings you up to speed on Global Offshore Wind 2018 event in Manchester, UK Efficiency, equipment and profit margins are still at the the latest goings on in the Global wind energy market. and bring you our thoughts and insight. A must attend forefront of our thoughts – but at what cost? PLUS With plenty happening both on and offshore, event this year. PLUS our usual offering of exclusive articles, industry don’t miss our incisive insight, opinion and industry PLUS our usual helping of exclusive interviews and insight and opinion with and from some of the round-up of key developments & innovation within our articles bringing you the all latest opinion, innovation industry’s key movers and shakers ... first issue on 2018.. and technology from some of the key players in the global wind energy market.POWER AND ENERGY SOLUTIONS • ISSUE 1, 2018 POWER AND ENERGY SOLUTIONS • ISSUE 2, 2018 POWER AND ENERGY SOLUTIONS • ISSUE 4, 2017 SEEDS OF OFFSHORE WIND: OPTIMISM GREAT EXPECTATIONS Offshore wind is expanding in the US and there is As the offshore wind market continues increasing optimism for onshore wind in the UK……will the to flourish, the sky really is the limit expected growth come to fruition in the coming months? SAFETY FIRST Fire is one of the leading causes of accidents in the wind turbine industry – as investment continues to grow - has the time now finally come to begin taking this threat more seriously than ever? WIND ENERGY’S ESSENTIAL MEDIA DESTINATION 18,000+ READERS EXTENSIVE ONLINE AND MOBILE REACH BIG NAME INTERVIEWS NEWS, VIEWS AND ANALYSIS UNMISSABLE FEATURES AND AGENDA-SETTING COMMENT email [email protected] today www.peswind.com
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TALKING POINTHow to break the vicious cycleof extreme weather and energysecurity, whilst saving money The battery storage market is expanding and domestic and community users are expected to install small-scale batteries. This is linked to coal phase out and cold waves, such as The Beast from the East. PES invited Keith Robertshaw, Business Development Director from N-ERGY Power Solutions to clarify the link and explain why the batteries market could face a boost very soon as a result. Keith Robertshaw When the Beast from The East Few would make the link between Beast unwelcomingly visited the UK, residents from the East and Climate Change and100 PES Wind were disturbed, and some were locked up some might argue that such waves have inside unable to reach their jobs. always hit the UK. It went beyond impacting individuals, it cost But it is scientifically proven that climate UK supermarkets £22m as shoppers made change has been affecting the severity and 5% fewer visit to them. The services sector the rapid frequency of such events. was massively affected as well with Purchasing Managers’ Indices hitting a Extreme weather events cause major 20-month bottom low in March. destructions on every scale, including
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