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The Offshore Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP) has announced it has formally assumed its new role as the Delivery Body for the Offshore Wind Industrial Growth Plan (IGP).
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EZ Ops, a division of Detechtion Technologies and a leading provider of mobile oilfield management solutions, has announced the creation of a Customer Advisory Board (CAB) to further advance mobile solutions and digitalisation in the oilfield.
In a major step forward for safety innovation in the offshore wind sector, the BlueFloat Energy | Nadara Partnership has reportedly become the first offshore wind developer to adopt and deploy WindSafe, a next-generation AI-powered safety and assurance platform, across its portfolio of floating wind projects.
Ocean services provider DeepOcean has announced it has acquired Shelf Subsea, an independent provider of subsea services with a strong position in the eastern hemisphere. Founded on a robust industrial fit, the acquisition creates a global subsea services player with an extensive portfolio of solutions, now also covering the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions.
Mourya Ghosh has joined fast growing Enspec Power as its new Head of Engineering.
The BlueFloat Energy / Nadara Partnership has announced it has successfully concluded comprehensive two-year wind and metocean monitoring campaigns at its Broadshore Hub and Bellrock floating offshore wind farm sites, marking a significant milestone in the development of Scotland’s next generation of renewable energy infrastructure.
Dräger Marine & Offshore (DMO), a global leader in the field of safety technology, has announced it has secured a long-term deal with a major North Sea oil and gas operator.
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Editor's Comment
The recent announcement that the Government will delay the release of its comprehensive industrial strategy until June has caused mixed reactions from industry stakeholders and policymakers. This postponement, aligning the strategy’s publication with the upcoming spending review, aims to provide a cohesive framework for the UK’s economic future. In the interim, Labour plans to roll out specific sectoral strategies, notably in life sciences and advanced manufacturing, to maintain business confidence and address immediate industry concerns.
The Chancellor’s recent Budget statement reflects the delicate balancing act required to manage national finances while laying foundations for future growth. While there are encouraging elements for the UK’s manufacturing sector, the immediate cost implications raise significant challenges for businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).