HUMBER UPDATE XXXX

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CABLE INSTALLATION BOLTING & FASTENINGS OILS & LUBRICATION

HUMBER SPECIAL EDITION INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS04 Cable Installation 26 Bolting & Fastenings

14 Quo Vadis Event 32 MTE Company Interview

22 Oils & Lubrication 34 Humber Update Installing fibre optic and power cables for the offshore energy sector HUMBER UPDATE SPECIAL EDITION Welcome to our special edition which has been almost entirely SEARCH FOR devoted to the Humber area which we have visited on numerous Download the free GMSL APP occasions since our first introduction to the area 7 years ago. Global Marine app. You will find the most expansive feature yet covering more Hold your device over than 80 pages. A major catalyst to the area experiencing the images to see the unprecedented wind energy industry growth is the new Siemens C.S. Sovereign and the facility however it is the enthusiasm of the now vibrant supply Q1000 brought to life. chain as a whole which has been a joy to behold. Fliss - Editorial Duncan - Editorial PERSONAL THANKS globalmarinesystems.com [email protected] +44 (0)1245 702000 May I personally take this opportunity to thank everyone who has contributed – it is greatly appreciated. We could not have produced the substantial feature without you.

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THE BENEFITS OF SHARING MARINE MAINTENANCE COSTS We introduce Global Marine Systems our sponsor for this feature who are regular contributors. Stephen Holden their Maintenance Account Director explains the concept…

The proliferation of power cables in REPAIR COSTS submarine applications has been fairly limited until recent years, at least in Power cable repair costs are frequently comparison with telecoms cables, in the multiple of millions. This is which extend for hundreds of thousands because such projects necessitate of kilometres across the sea beds of the diversion of a specialist installation the world. Indeed, most of the power vessel from its existing activities, and Investments LLP to be in the region This would allow power cable owners and 10 times heavier, which necessitates 20,000km of power cable installed in cables that exist are fairly short in length, more often than not, sail it from a distant of £3 million to £12 million per month to see a reduction in their repair costs, different handling equipment. They are northern European waters alone by 2030, largely fulfilling national or short haul location. Furthermore, depending on the depending on the number of export while telecoms cable owners would also much more sensitive to crush (side which means that there are likely to be international requirements. With this in installation equipment already mobilised, cables available for transmission back to secure enhanced tonnage with the wall pressure) when being moved and between 10 and 40 large cable repair mind, power cable repair has until now it may be necessary to have a period the grid. In this instance, the higher figure benefit of DP2 becoming the standard. therefore require cable tensioners with projects in the North Sea annually by been a specialist market centering on the of reconfiguration prior to commencing is where only one export cable services This enhancement would allow for easier moulded trackways over standard wheel that date. Ultimately, the convergence of hiring and mobilising of VOOs (vessels of the power cable repair. Alternatively, the the windfarm, while the lower figure servicing of existing telecoms cables pairs and cable drums traditionally used resources and skills will allow the offshore opportunity) or framework agreements. deployment of a VOO means having to represents two cables. where they are in close proximity to in telecoms. renewable market to maximise on the locate and mobilise specialist equipment, offshore renewables infrastructure. experience built from the telecoms market. INDUSTRY GROWTH such as chutes, tensioners and jointing INTEGRATION OPPORTUNITY INTEGRATING MARKETS In the case of Global Marine, the equipment prior to sailing. company’s portfolio includes an installed With increasing awareness of climate Correspondingly, everything has Since the telecoms boom in the late Among the telecoms vessels that can subsea cable base of over 300,000km, change and the subsequent desire for to be demobbed after the operation, 1990s and early 2000s resulted in the POWER CABLE REPAIR operate in both markets and already which equates to 22% of the world’s more renewable and cleaner power with these activities requiring the cable oversupply of vessels, the price that the boasts an impressive record is Global total. The company has also performed sources, there has been a big push in owner or insurer to cover the cost of industry is willing to pay for maintaining COSTS ARE FREQUENTLY Marine’s C.S. Sovereign. Global Marine 33% of all maintenance operations on the recent times for the development of the VOO while this takes place, which telecoms cables has in real terms IN THE MULTIPLE OF is also undertaking a feasibility study to world’s fibre optic cables. offshore wind capacity. This has led to a could cost anywhere between £65,000 either remained the same or decreased convert one of its maintenance telecoms In short, there are clear cost and significant increase in power cable sea and £150,000 per day. Assuming a markedly. This has led to a significant MILLIONS vessels to enable it to undertake both availability advantages in repair bed kilometres to service and connect seven-day mobilisation/configuration, reduction in replacement tonnage and power and telecoms repairs within the convergence available to both power and windfarms to their respective national and corresponding demobilisation, the the rapid aging of the world’s telecom standard telecommunications mobilisation telecom asset owners. grids. In the European region, there has pre- and post-operational activities can installation and maintenance fleet. times of 24/36 hours. This, along with Global Marine Systems also been an increase in the number of cost anywhere from £0.91 million to £2.1 However, by integrating the maintenance PRODUCT DIFFERENCES the provision of a readily available pool of international links. million, even before sailing to the fault site of power cables with telecom cables, qualified power jointers, would be a world The upshot is an increased risk profile for and undertaking any surveys, inspection there is a great opportunity to share Of course, there are some inherent first. Additionally, the company is looking SCAN/CLICK power cables, and correspondingly more or repairs. assets and the related cost base while differences in the products used to develop a universal (range) type joint to faults, whether from manufacturing or from These costs do not even consider allowing vessel owners to increase and procedures deployed between make connecting different power cables third party aggression. Consequently, there the cost of service interruption; this was profitability and generate sufficient return maintenance contracts for telecoms and easier, without the need for cable jointing has been a marked increase in the number calculated for a 300MW UK windfarm on their investment to convert or build power cables. For a start, power cables technology from specific manufacturers. of insurance claims. in November 2014 by Transmission new dual-use tonnage. are around five times larger in diameter It is estimated that there will be around MORE INFO

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The company is fortunate enough to towards the Government’s aspirations to 2015 and the subsequent award of the OVERCOMING have live enquiries or orders for most increase the role of renewable energy in Racebank offshore windfarm array cable of the windfarms constructed, or under CONTRACT the UK’s energy mix.” contract in September 2015. construction around Europe in the last few POTENTIAL years, as well as their European activity in GOVERNMENT SUPPORT PIONEERING PROJECT exporting to various projects worldwide. AWARD Baroness Neville-Rolfe, UK Energy Duncan Clark, Hornsea Project One DIFFICULTIES GROWING CLIENT RISK For Dong Energy’s Hornsea Minister, commented: “We are building Programme Director at DONG Energy, a strong, competitive UK supply chain stated: “Hornsea Project One is truly a Over the years Albion Manufacturing has “We are proud to be able to name most Project one windfarm to support our leading offshore wind pioneering project for the UK and for gathered a reputation for high quality and of the major cable manufacturers and JDR, a leading supplier of subsea power industry. Businesses in the UK have the electricity sector. When built, it will reliability to the extent where many major installers working on offshore projects cables and umbilicals to the global greater certainty than ever before thanks become the world’s largest offshore cabling manufacturers and installers now on our growing client list. offshore energy industry, has been to Government support. windfarm by a considerable margin, seek the expertise Albion have amassed awarded a contract by DONG Energy “This agreement between JDR and helping to support Government ambitions in the design and operation of cable to supply subsea power cables for the DONG Energy is a great example of to meet carbon reduction targets. pulling socks to help overcome the many Hornsea Project One. how this newfound certainty can drive “We are committed to investing in the potential difficulties that may be faced local jobs and growth through the UK UK and it’s great to award a significant during cable installation projects. WORLD’S LARGEST development to support technical and supply chain.” contract like this to a UK-based OFFSHORE WINDFARM commercial cost reduction, which is a company which we know offers high- ADAPTING TO SPECIFIC PROJECTS critical element of our long-term strategy. COLLABORATION AND quality design and reliable delivery in With a total capacity of 1.2 gigawatts We are proud to play a key role in this FRAMEWORK AGREEMENTS harsh offshore environments.” The company are constantly looking (GW), Hornsea Project One will be the world-leading infrastructure project at new designs and innovative world’s largest offshore windfarm and the and continue our dedicated support to In 2016, JDR and DONG Energy JDR will manufacture the cables at its ways to adapt their products to suit first to exceed 1 GW capacity. The project ensuring success for DONG Energy.” developed a collaboration agreement to state-of-the-art facility in Hartlepool, UK, specific projects or methods of cable is located 120 kilometres (km) off the identify, develop and implement initiatives with batch deliveries scheduled for Q3 installation. Recently they have supplied “With the many windfarm projects both Yorkshire coast and will meet the electricity MAJOR MILESTONE in key focus areas including health, 2018 and Q2 2019. a large number of bespoke products to under construction and in planning we needs of well over 1 million UK homes. safety, environment, quality performance SCAN/CLICK engineers working on a major offshore are hopeful that our future will remain Richard Turner, COO of JDR, added: and cost of electricity, including risk and JDR windfarm array and export cable project bright. Being based near the Norfolk CONTRACT DETAIL “Hornsea Project One is a major schedule optimisation. The Hornsea in the Baltic sea. These products include coastline in the UK we are ideally milestone for JDR as it is the largest Project One contract also follows the lace up and closed body Chinese fingers placed geographically. The contract – which is the largest array array cable contract award in our signing of an array cable framework all with bound eyes (i.e. no ferrules) with “Cable grips are niche products cable award in JDR’s history – will see the history. It is also a significant step agreement between the parties in June MORE INFO many having plaited necks of up to 5 and knowledge of how variations of company design and manufacture 242km metre long. design and construction can affect of array cables, covering two thirds of the These specialist items have provided a performance is not widely understood total windfarm capacity. The company successful solution to their client who are hence why we are often approached by will also provide terminations, hang-off simplifying installation activities for each using long J-tubes with limited internal the cable manufacturers and installers to arrangements and additional accessories INNOVATIVE specific vessel. To ensure ease of handling, clearance as part of their offshore cable provide recommendations and guidance as well as services at the site. the system has a smooth outer surface to installation project. in determining the correct designs for CABLE reduce drag and snagging risks, improving their specific application.” Managing COLLABORATION on deck safety during installation. MANUFACTURE Director, Martin Nix concluded. PROTECTION JDR CEO, David Currie commented: SYSTEM PROVEN INTEGRATED SYSTEM Albion are also currently midway through SCAN/CLICK “This contract award demonstrates manufacturing many hundreds of Chinese Albion our leadership position in the array The integrated system boasts class fingers from non-conductive materials for Manufacturing cable market and is the second award CONTRIBUTES TO leading impact and abrasion resistance as turbine tower cable installations running to date for JDR under our partnership it is manufactured using well established to the turbine nacelle for another major agreements with DONG Energy. Our PERFORMANCE OF oil and gas materials with a long and windfarm project. MORE INFO collaboration is encouraging technology successful track record. The reliability RENEWABLES on a proven offshore application, the and durability of the system meets innovative system also improves safety all installed-life requirements, is easily The way the oil and gas industry and reduces installation complexity in extendable and can be manufactured to thinks about energy and renewables both monopile and J-tube applications. meet any diameter cable. has transformed and it is no longer By transferring proven products from just a concept but a reality. As the MINIMAL ASSEMBLY the offshore industry to the renewables industry continues to move further industry, Trelleborg is able to aid the offshore, companies can short cut the The system requires minimal assembly growth in renewable energy, as well as development time needed for new and can be installed, removed and reused improve installation efficiency and safety concepts by transferring oil and gas without the need for remotely operated for offshore windfarm power cables. industry knowledge and expertise to vehicles or diver intervention. This reduces Trelleborg Group renewable energy. installation complexity as the system With a long-standing commitment to has minimal parts and connections, SCAN/CLICK serving the renewables market, Trelleborg further lowering the critical path time for recently launched NjordGuard, a cable installation to class leading standards. protection system specifically designed The protection system can be for the renewables market to protect configured to each contractor’s particular offshore windfarm power cables. Based deck layout or installation vessel, MORE INFO

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companies in the sector, gaining first-hand experience creating technical animation for the energy industry. We’ve also streamlined our ability to transition our client’s complex STEADYING THE SHIP CAD files into our software. This together For the next wave of higher voltage subsea cables with our developed understanding of the market means our clients can trust us to The installation of subsea array cables deliver their requirements. We’ve worked within offshore windfarms can be hard to build up a strong reputation particularly challenging due to the number producing high quality animations for the of individual cables to install and connect, likes of DeepOcean, IHC, Global Marine, coupled with the typically shallow water MPI Offshore, Fugro, SMD, JDR Cables depths found at offshore windfarm sites. and Costain. The array cables are becoming more vulnerable as the voltage increases from WHAT IS THE MOST UNIQUE 33 kV to 66 kV, so managing their integrity PROJECT YOU HAVE WORKED throughout the installation process has ON IN THIS INDUSTRY? never been more critical. Damage caused As well as creating highly detailed at this stage may not be immediately technical animations we showcased apparent, but could affect the performance our creative abilities when working with and fatigue life of the cable, leading to DeepOcean, creating a character led unexpected and unpredictable OPEX from Figure 1 – Overbend location at vessel max vertical position animation called The Deeples. This downtime and repairs. animation featured key members of their Jee Ltd has carried out countless management team and was used as installation analyses for pipelines and SPOTLIGHT an alternative to the standard corporate flexibles since it was established in 1988. video. We had great fun working on this Over the past decade, the company has project and it was exciting to produce used its expertise to provide clients in something so unique to the offshore the renewables industry with installation ON ANIMATION industry. We particularly loved the support such as cable lay-down and outtakes – see QR Code/link. pull-in analyses for array cables in many Over the past year we have been windfarms around the UK and Europe. introduced to the world of animation. WHY DO YOU THINK ANIMATION IS SO IMPORTANT FOR BUSINESSES? CASE STUDY – CABLE Animation is a visual storytelling medium INSTALLATION ANALYSES Artist impressions have been very useful WHAT ATTRACTED YOU that inspires and empowers both to our industry in visually understanding TO THE INDUSTRY? businesses and their clients. It also acts A windfarm developer approached Jee to what a project or equipment will look After visiting a couple of energy as the perfect medium for businesses complete installation analyses for cables Figure 2 – Overbend location at vessel like in reality before construction but exhibitions in Aberdeen and the local to engage customers with their brand within their windfarm. The windfarm min vertical posit animation takes this to a whole new level. area, I spotted an opportunity within the messages and stories. The feedback contains two sizes of array cables which We introduce animation specialists energy sector to improve the standard we’ve received from our clients indicates were surface-laid from the dynamic This was carried out for both normal lay Kuro Dragon and founder, Stuart Howard and quality of the marketing animations that the work we produce can be vital in positioning (DP) vessel Normand Pioneer and S-bight lay (for second end pull-in), by questioning him on their work in the that were on display at these events. helping them secure new business from and then subsequently buried by an including the effect of the bend restrictor industry. Please take some time to use their customers. ROV. One cable was damaged during on the cable. the QR Codes/Links and the end of the WHAT WAS THE FIRST PROJECT IN installation so a replacement needed to article/online to see some examples. THE ENERGY INDUSTRY? WHAT DOES THE FUTURE HOLD FOR be installed. SUCCESSFUL WORKING The first project we worked on in the YOU AND KURO DRAGON? The shallow water depth meant that RELATIONSHIP HOW MANY YEARS HAVE YOU BEEN sector was with MPI Offshore. We At the moment we’re currently working on the typical layback length of 3 to 3.5 IN THE ANIMATION INDUSTRY? created a 5 minute bespoke animation a range of exciting projects for industry- times the water depth could not be The company’s flexible and responsive I started producing animations after leaving demonstrating the vast capabilities of leading clients. We want to continue to achieved. Instead, a range of laybacks working relationship with the client university 10 years ago, and over that time their vessel, MPI Adventure, which acted invest in the latest equipment to ensure were tested starting from 1.5 x water together with an embedded pragmatic have built a strong reputation for animation as a foundation for our work in the sector. we remain at the cutting edge of our depth. The company found that the cable approach ensured that all the parameters work. This has led us on to work with the industry and maintain our aim of being was failing at the touchdown areas due were considered without over-analysing likes of large media companies such as WHY DO CLIENTS IN THIS INDUSTRY the number one supplier of animation to to infringements of the minimum bend the problem. The allowable sea states ITV, Al Jazeera TV, Universal Music and COMMISSION YOU? the energy sector. radius (MBR). determined as a result of the study News Corp. However in 2011 I decided to Over the last 5 years we’ve had the There was also concern at the transition enabled the client to successfully install target the energy industry. pleasure to work with a number of Kuro Dragon between the bend restrictor (green their cables with minimum downtime and section shown in figure 1 and figure 2) lower risk to cable integrity. and the flexible cable when combined with the predicted tight bend due to the Jee Ltd Hydrography & Marine Support short layback. On top of this, the analysis • • SCAN/CLICK MPI DEEPLES showed that significant vessel motion was SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK Surface & Subsea Positioning Hydrographic Survey aggravating the condition. • Construction Support • ROV Inspection Jee delivered the limiting sea states and dynamic lay tables for each of the cable • T 44 (0)1208 77033 www.insight-marine.com and water depth combinations, then for MORE INFO ANIMATION ANIMATION a range of significant wave heights (Hs). 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8 www.windenergynetwork.co.uk www.windenergynetwork.co.uk 9 CABLE INSTALLATION FEATURE SPONSOR FEATURE SPONSOR CABLE INSTALLATION LAYING THE FUTURE FOR INTER ARRAY CABLE INSTALLATION Osbit Ltd, an expert in bespoke offshore engineering projects, has developed an advanced inter array cable lay system, which is delivering unprecedented levels of safety and efficiency.

The company’s back-deck expertise and GAME CHANGING EFFICIENCY system gives DeepOcean an advantage technology led approach has enabled over our competitors in multiple key the supply of a state of the art deck The system works to maximise technician areas, including speed, and personnel layout to DeepOcean. productivity on board the vessel, by and product safety.” The system, which is installed on allowing cable production units to be Brendon Hayward, Managing the Maersk Recorder vessel, has assembled offline while laying operations Director, added: “We continue to recently completed the first stage of its are carried out. focus on developing new, technology- deployment at an east coast windfarm, The equipment is also crucial in led solutions to support contractor for a leading international developer. minimising on-site costs. Osbit’s design operations in the construction of has had a major impact on deployment offshore windfarms. The success of INNOVATIVE DESIGN and pull in processes, increasing this system highlights the effectiveness efficiency to achieve a lay rate of at least of the collaborative, objective-driven Osbit specialises in delivering complex two complete cables per day, a class- approach we apply in all of our projects, offshore equipment projects, working with leading achievement. which ensures that our systems achieve its clients to incorporate often challenging These features continue to support productive offshore operations.” requirements, to ensure outstanding the safe and effective 1st and 2nd end operational performance. deployment of the subsea quadrant, Osbit To fit the vessel’s space requirements, as it installs offshore windfarm inter the company developed an entirely new array cables. deck layout, which incorporated operator- owned equipment alongside its own. It COLLABORATION AND INNOVATION enhanced the system’s functionality, with the inclusion of two stern chutes and Pierre Boyde, Commercial Director at SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK associated grillages to ensure protection of DeepOcean, commented: “Osbit’s the product at all times. A novel quadrant understanding of our requirements and handling A-Frame was also integrated, its engineers’ expertise has produced to streamline the most complex handling one of the most advanced quadrant operation in the lay cycle. handling systems on the market. The MORE INFO MORE INFO

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CLV T2500-22 cablelay vessel

Energy: A Balanced Future 2017 is a leading energy conference & exhibition that covers hot topics within the energy sector. It will address the need for a balanced energy mix in the UK to ensure we maintain The 3.3m trench depth power cable plough, ACP2, a sustainable energy sector & ensure the UK is an attractive investment proposition. supplied to DeepOcean for their state of the art power cable installation vessel Maersk Connector We anticipate circa 450 energy sector professionals in attendance from across all levels of the supply Royal IHC proudly provides cablelay IHC Engineering solutions for the offshore wind market. Business chain making this an ideal place to find new clients, Their delivery scope ranges from design [email protected] customers & suppliers on a personal basis. services to turnkey delivery of complete www.ihceb.com newly built cablelay vessels, spreads and existing vessel upgrades. The CLV T2500-22 cablelay vessel is specifically designed for repeating sequences when installing large volumes of inter-array cable. It reduces costs of IAC laying operations by up to 30%. All stages of a cablelay operation have been taken into account, from load-out to burial of the cable into the seabed. The quadrant system is placed in-line, Advanced Cable Plough 2 (ACP2) eliminating the need to lay cable any further than necessary. Smart routing of the cable enables it to be laid over portside or starboard side for optimum WINDFARM CABLE TRENCHING diameter power cables. It accommodates heading during second-end pull-in. products up to OD300mm with a 5m Hi-Traq is the world’s first subsea trencher MBR. It offers simultaneous lay and trench THE TECHNOLOGY INNOVATOR specifically designed for the installation and post lay trenching. and burial of windfarm power cables. The The ACP2 is designed to meet IHC is continuing to develop new ideas harsh shallow water environments on DeepOcean’s specification and is destined to improve cable installation. On their the European continental shelf, present for their state of the art power cable carousels, they offer a hydraulic roller a special set of challenges for installation installation vessel Maersk Connector. suspension system. contractors. Hi-Traq, with its unique This technology provides superior four-track chassis, provides enhanced Royal IHC Engineering load sharing capability over fixed rollers, steering and traction in the toughest increasing both carousel and vessel service environments. Hi-Traq is currently life. They are more resilient to fabrication undergoing final assembly in readiness for tolerances and deck flatness. Roller testing and full operation early in 2017. SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK change-out is also much safer and faster. A flagship brand new system, the all- The company has developed a new Advanced Cable Plough 2 [ACP2] patented, heave compensated cable is the first in the offshore industry to be deployment chute which increases the sea optimised for high performance in all areas state at which cable can be safely laid. but especially for the safe handling of large MORE INFO PLAY VIDEO

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QUO VADIS CONFERENCE QUO VADIS CONFERENCE

guide Patrick giving a very colourful ADDITIONAL PRESENTATIONS commentary on the passing sights, HIGHLIGHTING THE INNOVATIVE including his personal political view of the ASPECTS OF THE INDUSTRY INCLUDED... history of Prague, right up to the current president. The evening dinner was held • David Morgan of ZF gave an insight on the 24th floor of the Corinthia Hotel, into the development of applying with a panoramic view over the city. dynamic load monitoring equipment to gearboxes so that features CONFERENCE such as active torque control can be incorporated into the turbine The conference on day two included control system to avoid placing high a range of speakers and the topics stresses on the gearbox reflected the industry we work in – both • Alexander Strobel of SKF introduced maturing and continually innovating and us to hybrid bearings and how they included the following subject areas... avoid wear due to current leakage 10TH QUO VADIS • Markus Billman of the Fraunhofer • Michael Wilkinson from DNV GL Institute made us all glad that there spoke on the topic of life extension is someone who understands of wind turbines, drawing interesting electronics, working away on parallels with other energy sources solutions for the industry while we all including hydroelectric, nuclear and get on with our simple lives. CONFERENCE gas, which had all been the subject • Karl Fatrdla and Nigel Parlor of extended performance periods of ROMO Wind presented a PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC greater that their original design life methodology for getting a more Hall of Famers • Dealing with ageing equipment has accurate method of measuring wind it challenges and we heard from to enable the right corrective action Prague was the location of the 10th Quo KNOWLEDGE SHARING HALL OF FAME RWE’s Paul Sheldon about applying to be taken thus getting the most Vadis Conference, the annual gathering first principle engineering analysis to out of the wind turbine of windfarm owners and operators that is Sharing of knowledge amongst the Many have been regular attendees, with address problems on old generators hosted by Kevin and Sigrid Donovan of delegates is particularly easy at Quo Vadis some people actually having participated • Benn Faulkner from Renewable All of this was ably moderated by GWA Supplies Ltd. The event, which was for two main reasons to ensure the format at all 10 conferences. These die-hards Advice gave a graphic account Clifford McSpadden (GWA Supplies) first held with a small group in Lowestoft of the event and the family atmosphere are recognised during the conference of how to do a major up tower who ensured active involvement of the in 2007, is unique in the industry as it when Sigrid Donovan presents the Quo SHARING OF repair on a blade that the owners delegates throughout the day. is only for invited guests and excludes 1. The event is spread over two days, Vadis hall of fame which highlights the KNOWLEDGE AMONGST had nearly written off as beyond the turbine manufacturers, which in turn with day one including a city tour and most frequent attenders. This year, repairable 11TH QUO VADIS CONFERENCE provides a great opportunity for owners conference dinner Huw Smallwood (Tegni) and Steve THE DELEGATES IS • Gary McGougan from RES reminded and operators to share their knowledge 2. The conference being held on day two Higman (REG Power Management) were PARTICULARLY EASY us that whether it is mature or And finally, for those who were worried and experience. acclaimed for having been to each of the innovative, heavy things can be that Kevin and Sigrid might end on a Kevin and Sigi take great pride in the This provides a relaxing setting with 10 Quo Vadis events. AT QUO VADIS... difficult to hoist, and therefore lifts high note with the 10th Quo Vadis, their fact that they offer the conference and plenty of opportunities to network and need to be planned out carefully and doubts were cleared up as the 11th Quo the framework programme free of charge catch up with all the delegates. The family SOCIAL implemented by experienced people Vadis date and location were announced which is only possible because sponsors atmosphere comes from the fact that many – September 2017 in London. like ZF Services, DNV GL, Renewable of the participants have been to previous The delegates gathered on the Advice, Romo Wind, SKF, and others, events so it is an opportunity to reacquaint Wednesday afternoon and were treated Kevin and Sigrid Donovan help to pay for the costs. with old friends and make new ones. to a river boat tour of the city with local GWA Supplies Ltd

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Given the operating conditions a wind turbine faces over a typical 20-year service life, maintenance problems aren’t a question of ‘if,’ but ‘when’. When those inevitable maintenance issues arise, windfarms are faced with the prospect of expensive crane mobilisation, lost energy production and the soaring costs of getting teams of maintenance technicians to site. The need to reduce overall operating costs is an important factor in any purchasing decision, especially now in the light of the planned withdrawal of the renewables obligation for onshore wind energy.

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As a result, operators are showing increasing interest in more comprehensive asset management packages - implementing combined remote condition monitoring and automatic lubrication systems, for example, which can have a positive impact on operating life and maintenance cost reduction. Specifying option is an automated lubrication SEPARATE INDEPENDENT such a condition-based lubrication system, combining a refillable reservoir, LUBRICATION SYSTEMS system, either on a new turbine or as a pump and metering devices, feeding devices through a progressive or single- is sufficient. The automatic lubrication lubricant pumps or fractured feed retrofit, is becoming an attractive multiple lubrication points through a A large wind turbine will typically have line lubrication system. system continually supplies grease to the lines. This monitoring data can also be option for operators seeking to reduce network of pipes. up to five lubrication systems, covering Lubrication for the pitch open gear can main bearings even while in motion. uploaded via internet connections to running costs. Lubricants are applied in pre- pitch bearings and gears, yaw bearings also be supplied via SKF pumps for the The gearbox is lubricated and cooled remotely located diagnostics centres, While sophisticated lubrication systems determined volumes and time intervals and gears, main bearings, gearboxes rotary application. Lubrication pinions are by oil, which is recycled via filters. The operating globally 24/7, for expert for wind turbines have typically been by each valve, or may be progressively and generators. Each of these systems used to apply grease precisely to the area oil can be electrically heated to achieve analysis and reporting. installed on larger turbines of 1.5MW applied to all lubrication points while the will be subject to different stresses and of contact on the drive pinion or the pitch an optimal start-up temperature for the By logging and tracking deteriorating and above, with manual lubrication costs main pump is running. Only occasional will therefore have different lubrication open gear, and evenly lubricate the entire lubrication cycle in conditions of low component conditions in real-time, accounting for as much as 10 per cent manual intervention is needed to recharge requirements; for example, main bearings cog width. ambient temperatures. Flow limiters condition-based monitoring allows of the total servicing bill, they are now lubricant reservoirs and simple system are subject to fluctuating thrust loads, An electrical grease pump introduces maintain the prescribed oil volume flow maintenance decisions to be based on increasingly likely to be found on smaller maintenance as part of a normal routine. and generator bearings to high and lubricant into the yaw bearing via independent of pressure and temperature actual machine conditions, rather than turbines. Condition-based lubrication When interfaced with a remotely low speed axial loads. Additionally, the progressive or single-line metering changes and these can provide feedback arbitrary maintenance schedules. Along enables remotely monitored, automatic accessible condition monitoring system, turbine has to withstand demanding devices. Automatic lubrication achieves a on the current flow rates to the condition with the possibility that maintenance lubrication of a wind turbine’s hard- which uses vibration and temperature environmental conditions, with extremes sufficiently thick lubricant film to prevent monitoring system. intervals can be extended, the system to-access bearing systems, based on sensors mounted on a turbine’s main of temperature, high and gusting winds excessive wear and the ‘stick-slip’ effect provides a powerful tool for managing real-time bearing condition monitoring, shaft bearings, drive train gearbox and and, in coastal locations, the effects of upon turning the nacelle. The automatic CONTROL AND MONITORING day-to-day maintenance routines reducing the frequency of on-site service generator to collect, analyse and compile salt corrosion. lubrication pinion meshes precisely with and consolidating high risk, costly engineer visits and potentially wasteful a range of operating data in real-time, Pitch bearings require a constant the gearing, distributing the lubricant Taking SKF’s condition-based lubrication maintenance activities. periodic, manual lubrication. condition-based lubrication enables re-supply of lubricant. The lubrication uniformly in the area of contact across the concept as an example, here we have the automatic applications of lubricant as unit is mounted in the rotor, with which entire cog width. Used grease is removed interface between a condition monitoring SKF AUTOMATED LUBRICATION SYSTEMS and when they are necessary - and it continually turns, adjusting to the by a lubricant collector and delivered to a system (SKF WindCon, in this case) independently of any existing time-based resulting vibration and centrifugal force. reservoir to prevent spillage on the nacelle and the automated lubrication systems The basic type of automated lubrication cycle. A remotely located condition Grease pumps, such as those supplied floor, improving worker safety. (SKF Windlub or Lincoln Quicklub, for SCAN/CLICK device is a single point gas-driven or monitoring specialist can use the by SKF are fitted with a grease follower The main bearings of a wind turbine example). Combined, these elements electro-mechanical lubricator. However, vibration/temperature data analyses to plate to ensure that grease is maintained are subject to severe forces and usually are able to track and control lubrication while this offers a simple, easy-to-change set appropriate alarm settings that trigger in the area of the pump elements, require large quantities of lubricant. system health, pump status and grease solution, its life is normally limited to additional or less frequent lubrication enabling suction even with rotation. From For stationary operation, a stirring and levels, as well as alerting operators around twelve months. A more effective cycles and volumes, as necessary. there, the grease arrives at the metering fixed paddle in the pump’s reservoir to failures such as empty or blocked MORE INFO

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COLD COMPLICATIONS The task of lubricating the turbine is particularly challenging in extremely low temperatures.

As temperature decreases, the grease’s -50oC requires the pressure not to exceed structural stability from -50˚C to 120oC. resistance to flow increases, affecting 1600mbar in a defined test rig. Any higher In fact, even at -50˚C, Mobil SHC Grease Gear and hydraulic oil central grease systems in two ways… and the pressure can mean the grease is 102 WT offers excellent mobility and not delivered at the defined temperature. pumpability at 600mbar, helping ensure 1. Reduced ‘pumpability’ – more Further complications can be optimum lubrication while also protecting changes on wind turbines pressure is required to deliver experienced in the grease reservoir. Here, against pressure-related issues. the grease to the lubrication the grease travels into the central lube onshore and offshore points, which means that system system via a pump. The pump is below PROTECTION FROM WITHIN capabilities can be exceeded the reservoir, allowing gravity to help push 2. Reduced ‘slumpability’ – less grease the grease into the pump. However, an As wind turbines are installed in ever- across Europe flows into the suction side of the NLGI 1.5, 460 viscosity grease may stick more challenging environments, windfarm pump, so that the grease flow in the to the sides and be too thick to reach the operators must optimise every element and beyond. system can be disrupted pump in extreme cold environments. As a of their operation to help protect their result, the pump will fail to deliver grease, machinery. The right lubricant, such Take the pitch bearing for example. leaving parts of the bearing unprotected. as Mobil SHC Grease 102 WT, can Located in the nose at the front of the help extend equipment life, reduce turbine, the pitch is fully exposed to the NEW GENERATION maintenance costs and increase uptime – elements all year round. In extremely WIND TURBINE GREASE protecting their business from within. cold conditions, NLGI 1.5, 460 viscosity Mobil Lubricants greases have been found to thicken while ExxonMobil’s Mobil SHCTM Grease travelling to the pitch bearing, resulting in 102 WT is an example of a lubricant excessive power being required to help scientifically engineered to operate SCAN/CLICK the grease reach the bearing. effectively in extreme cold temperatures. It is therefore essential that the selected The unique features of its synthetic base lubricant has flow characteristics that fluids are combined with a high quality guarantee an adequate grease supply to lithium complex thickener to ensure it all lubrication points. Qualifying a grease at MORE INFO provides excellent bearing protection and [email protected] | www.lonsdorfer.co.uk [email protected] | www.lonsdorfer.de

18 www.windenergynetwork.co.uk www.windenergynetwork.co.uk 19 OILS & LUBRICATION FEATURE SPONSOR FEATURE SPONSOR OILS & LUBRICATION SMOOTH OPERATION AT ALL TEMPERATURES In the offshore wind energy sector components have to withstand harsh conditions and work effectively, which is why choosing the right lubricants is crucial to ensure appropriate levels of reliability are maintained.

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As wind generators get ever larger, the power density in wind turbine gears increases causing higher stress on the gears. Experience has shown that MORE INFO conventional gear oils often fail to meet the taxing requirements in terms of wear protection for rolling bearings, micro- pitting resistance, foam and residue formation and viscosity stability. In-house tests have shown that Klüber Lubrication advanced additive technologies can react at the surface of the tooth flank even at low oil temperatures to assure protection across the widest range of operating conditions Standard gear oil (mineral oil, ISO VG 220) as well as assuring the most durable service life and transmission efficiency.

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Synthetic gear oils for example offer a significantly higher efficiency than standard gear oil based on mineral oil, resulting in a lower friction which reduces temperature, lowers energy costs and enables extended oil change intervals – an important consideration when lubricating offshore wind turbines. Klübersynth GEM 4-220 N (synthetic oil, ISO VG 220)

20 www.windenergynetwork.co.uk www.windenergynetwork.co.uk 21 OILS & LUBRICATION FEATURE SPONSOR FEATURE SPONSOR OILS & LUBRICATION WIND TURBINE MAIN BEARINGS A CHANGE IN THINKING PLEASE The grease in your main bearing before and after flushing. Which would you prefer in your critical machinery? Wind turbine main bearings are a critical part of the turbine’s drivetrain. Main SINGLE AND DOUBLE MAIN BEARING bearing health and longevity is key to CONFIGURATIONS production and impacts on the condition of other major drivetrain components Several different main bearing like the gearbox. It would therefore seem configurations exist. For the purpose of logical that main bearing design should this article let’s discuss the single and facilitate routine maintenance up-tower double main bearing configurations most to optimise their operational condition. commonly used. In these bearings we will Main bearing grease flushing (MBGF) normally find two sets of spherical roller is available for certain wind turbines, bearings running in two opposing bearing however it is not universal and MBGF races. The upwind race nearer the rotor, is used by many as an operation of last the downwind race nearer the gearbox. resort, or is not considered at all. The bearings are grease lubricated, an Detecting main bearing failures auto-greaser being the preferred method with condition monitoring in the early of delivery. The auto-greaser pumps stages of the failure process is relatively new grease into the bearing at a pre- straightforward. As main bearing determined rate, new grease forces old Romax Gear and Bearing Engineering Model Showing the 3 Point Mount Drivetrain Configuration. The double failure can be a lengthy process, many grease through the bearing to an exit point spherical roller main bearing is directly behind the hub (hub mass is represented by the grey cylinder) will monitor the situation, however and waste collection. In theory the bearing corrective or preventative action is rarely always runs on fresh, clean grease. The answers are quite obviously no, so Surely it’s better to design a main bearing undertaken. Current thinking seems to why is it that so many turbines are being that could be easily flushed, cleaned and be: “There is a failure. Track the failure. REALITY manufactured with no option for main repacked with fresh grease up-tower? Exchange when condition is so bad bearing grease flushing and the only catastrophic failure and consequential The reality, however, is that the new maintenance option is replacement on PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE damage is imminent.” Many think there is Romax Fleet Monitor Vibration Monitoring showing main bearing failure early detection and flushing to prolong grease takes the path of least resistance the inevitable failure? no real choice and consequential damage bearing life until convenient repair scheduling for a reduced cost of failure through the bearing from ingress to Where possible, surely it’s better in areas like the gearbox planetary stage exit, old dirty grease populates areas IS MAIN BEARING FAILURE REALLY A implementing main bearing grease is not considered at all. of the bearing not reached by the new. PROBLEM? SOME FACTS. flushing as preventative maintenance Over time old grease becomes heavily rather than an operation of last resort? ONSHORE & OFFSHORE contaminated and compacted. The Over 12 months, 577 on & offshore WIND TURBINES effectiveness of the lubrication is now Multi-MW turbines were monitored. The compromised and the condition for confirmed failures detected were as When dealing with onshore turbines, boundary lubrication - metal to metal follows… crane availability is good and weather contact - occurs. Micro-pitting, macro- windows are frequent. Owners have pitting and spalling are inevitable. The Main bearing 16 plenty of time to organise parts and inexorable progress towards main bearing Gearbox Planetary Bearings 7 Dave Moss labour. When considering offshore critical failure has begun and for many Gearbox Intermediate Shaft 6 Commercial turbines, things become more involved. longer the life extension is seen to be. It standard and oil is changed as a matter turbines there is nothing to be done to Blade 2 Manager Availability and cost of suitable jack-up is almost universally true, however, that of course when necessary. Gearbox prevent it or manage it as no MBGF Total Failures 31 Romax vessels required for major component MBGF is regarded as an operation of last up-tower serviceability, service tooling solution has been available. Technology exchange are at a premium and weather resort used to nurse bearings through to and service procedures are considered FAILURES windows fewer. The financial implications the next available weather window or the at the design stage. Sump and splash of de-rating turbines for extended next round of Opex budget allocation. lubrication has been replaced by forced CONSIDERATIONS Of failures detected, 51% were main periods, or shutting down completely This is strange when compared to how and adaptive lubrication. Keeping bearing related. Annually, the main bearing to prevent catastrophic failure and manufacture, up-tower serviceability and components in the nacelle by extending 1. Would turbine owners accept a failure rate was 2.77% on windfarms only SCAN/CLICK consequential damage, are huge. O&M strategies of major components their useful life is one of the best ways gearbox where there was no option 20-25% into their expected life. Where MBGF is available it can clearly have improved over recent years. New to reduce Opex and lower the cost of to change the oil? The problem exists and occurs be shown that main bearing life extension turbines come fitted with CMS for the energy. So what’s happening with the 2. Would turbine owners accept relatively early in the turbine’s life. With occurs. Also, the earlier in the failure drivetrain. Off-line filtration, particle main bearings? gearbox exchange as the only expected life now 25-30 years, it’s time to process that flushing is performed, the counters and quality sensors come as option to contaminated oil? change thinking on main bearings. MORE INFO

22 www.windenergynetwork.co.uk www.windenergynetwork.co.uk 23 SCORE FUNDING SCORE FUNDING £50,000 GRANTS THIS SCORE PROGRAMME HAS BEEN FROM £6M OFFSHORE ROLLED OUT TO COMPANIES ACROSS ENGLAND RATHER THAN JUST THE EAST OF RENEWABLES GRANT FUND ENGLAND. The first companies have been awarded grants of up to £50,000 from a new £6m fund for making a difference in the cost-cutting drive in offshore renewables. Applications to the SCORE fund have been received from across England, with each company bidding for a share of the money to help develop their ideas, technologies and systems, designed to bring down the costs of offshore renewables.

It is hoped this SCORE (Supply Chain Innovation for Offshore Renewable Energy) fund with more than 200 jobs will be created, on top of the 111 by an earlier SCORE fund of £2.5m two years ago.

RECIPIENTS

The grant panel, meeting at the iconic offshore renewables hub OrbisEnergy overlooking the North Sea at Lowestoft, has so far made three awards of the largest grant of £50,000. The first recipient – described as one of the most exciting and promising cost- saving projects in offshore wind – said its grant offered it more than a much-

needed cash injection for research and Greenspur’s Andrew Hine, Hugh-Peter Kelly Greenspur generator development. It also sent an important message to private investors that a project was worth backing. EXCITING PROJECT develop and grow their businesses Rob continued “The East of England GREENSPUR RENEWABLES and energy industry experts at Nautilus needs another industry to pin its colours Rob concluded: “It is exciting and Associates, as well as technical to. We have the skills, we have the not only can we market the excellent Andrew Hine of GreenSpur Renewables, support from Offshore Renewable workforce and oil & gas can easily turn services it provides but we can get awarded the first grant of £50,000 for its Energy Catapult (ORE Catapult,) its hand to offshore wind. businesses from outside East Anglia low cost direct drive permanent magnet leading renewable technology experts “The oil & gas supply chain has a together with those inside East Anglia. It generator using ferrites commented: with world-class testing laboratories long and proven history of providing is about gaining momentum and about “Achieving a SCORE award is seen and facilities. quality items for the offshore energy stamping Lowestoft and East Anglia as as a form of technical validation. The Companies have access to extensive industry to a high standard with a proper hub for offshore renewables.” business angel community is fully business support from Nwes and one pressure to reduce costs. SCORE is part-funded by the European aware of OrbisEnergy and its technical of its delivery partners, Nautilus, if more “Companies have the knowledge and Regional Development Fund (ERDF) competence. Being able to announce relevant to the company.” experience to diversify and move into and is open to small and medium-sized our first grant award in early 2014 offshore renewables at a time when the companies with an annual turnover of enabled us to close our first round of MUCH MORE THAN A GRANT industry has been badly affected for two less than 50 million euros. seed funding very shortly after.” years and is continuing. Rob Bush, Project Manager for the SCORE grant fund. SCORE The grant application was simple and “SCORE is about so much more than the “SCORE is a fantastic opportunity for quick, with a guarantee that suitable grant. The expertise and technical support these companies and for the East to Rob explained further: “I’d say to any Grants are available for up to 40% of applications would be presented to a from ORE Catapult can be invaluable as become firmly ensconced in offshore company with an idea or an existing eligible costs or £50,000, whichever is the grant panel for decision within 10 days. well as Nwes business support.” renewables and build a lasting legacy system being developed for and within lower, with a minimum grant of £2,500. for companies across the supply chain.” offshore renewables to get in touch. Rob heads up the SCORE team, which BUSINESS & TECHNICAL SUPPORT MOVING ON FROM OIL & GAS This isn’t just about technologies includes Ian Bird, Business Advisor, and SCAN/CLICK COUNTRYWIDE PROGRAMME and products – it’s about processes, Matt Holden, Contractual Manager, all SCORE project manager Robert Bush Businesses that have served the 50-year- systems, patenting a product to based at OrbisEnergy, Lowestoft, with commented: “Successful applicants old oil & gas industry are invited to This SCORE programme has been rolled exploring concepts that offer new ways two more in Cambridge and Essex, Chris will also receive business support from consider converting that expertise to the out to companies across England rather of solving problems – anything driving George and Pauline Prockter. enterprise specialists Nwes to help offshore renewables sector. than just the East of England. efficiency in offshore renewables.” MORE INFO

24 www.windenergynetwork.co.uk www.windenergynetwork.co.uk 25 BOLTING & FASTENINGS FEATURE SPONSOR FEATURE SPONSOR BOLTING & FASTENINGS TORQUEING WITH TRACEABILITY Torqueing, in this context, is essentially the measured application of rotational force to a threaded fastener.

When the torque is either under or A single tool solution does exist. Norbar’s When performing a retightening test, over the manufacturer’s specification, EvoTorque2, enables users to torque the EvoTorque2 also demonstrated it can cause considerable damage to bolts accurately and reliably and generate a clear advantage whereby, when the turbine structure. Guarding against a record to confirm the fact, providing triggered 18 consecutive times on an this risk must be a priority in order complete traceability for Operations & already tightened bolt, it achieved total to safeguard the health and safety of Maintenance teams and their clients. accumulated over-torque of around 15- operatives, and the life expectancy of 20 percent of the set torque; depending the turbine. on the hardness of the joint. So many consecutive applications using UNDERLYING COSTS AND FAILURES traditional electric tools would almost certainly result in failure of either the tool or The extent of the damage has the bolt. EvoTorque2 can provide more reliable potential to vary considerably. One key torque results than conventional tools and technical implication of over or under negates the need for final torqueing with a torque however, is the potential for hydraulic wrench. vibrations in the turbine… which presents The output of most electric motors a real risk of catastrophic failure. reduces as the motor temperature increases with use, resulting in less TOOLS REQUIREMENT – A PROBLEM accurate torque values. EvoTorque2 accuracy will not change as a result In many windfarms maintenance of ambient temperature or motor operatives have to use a variety of tools temperature, thus enabling numerous to complete the job. For example, in joints to be tightened successively with the turbine tower; an operative may trusted results assured. need one tool to run down the bolts Power on windfarm sites is usually plus a hydraulic wrench to achieve final GUARDING AGAINST THIS provided by small generators with long torque. Using these two tools could cable runs, this raises concerns about present a number of complications, RISK MUST BE A PRIORITY the quality of the power supply. The particularly regarding ease of operation IN ORDER TO SAFEGUARD implication is that most electric tools and manoeuvrability. Subsequently health either will not run or their torque output and safety is a significant concern. Thus THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF becomes erratic. EvoTorque2 tools are being able to record the torque data from OPERATIVES.... largely immune from the effects of voltage tightened joints for audit purposes would fluctuation due to its motor controller respectively. The new Audit mode INDEPENDENT TESTS EVOTORQUE RANGE be a distinct benefit. technology; the tool will either run facilitates the checking of pre-tightened Furthermore, when triggering electric accurately or indicate that the voltage is bolts, and thereby ascertaining if the bolt Furthermore, in independent tests and Both products are available in 110V multipliers on pre-tightened bolts, a outside of tolerance. was previously under-torqued, and what calibrations conducted across a number and 230V versions and crucially are dangerous over-torque can occur due change has occurred, before retightening of Spanish windfarm sites; EvoTorque2 weather sealed to IP44. The ranges cover to the slow response time of controllers, NEW TRACEABILITY the joint as required. achieved the OK/PAA/APPROVAL requirements from 100 N·m to 6,000 high motor start currents and high In response to customer feedback from AND CONTROL BENEFITS Up to 12 user IDs can be downloaded standard; making them the only electric N·m although the 2,000 N·m tool caters motor inertias. In some instances, this many industries Norbar has designed to EvoTorque2 and results stored against multipliers permitted for use to perform final for most windfarm applications. The over-torque can be in the region of 100 and launched EvoTorque2 a product Every torque and angle value that individual users, a helpful control where torque on a number of windfarm sites. products can be serviced and calibrated percent. When triggered multiple times in which adds data memory and transfer EvoTorque2 applies can be recorded with tools are shared across multiple users, EvoTorque2 also features a third party locally through a growing network of this type of condition, there is an extreme capabilities, and audit mode to the a corresponding date and time stamp. e.g. different shifts. Work IDs, that is verified sound pressure which does not international Norbar distributors who have danger that the application may fail due features and benefits of the original Up to 3,000 such readings can be stored specific targets (torque, or torque & angle) exceed 70 dB (A) and a vibration level of a great deal of wind industry experience. to the overstress of the joint. EvoTorque tool. in the tool’s memory. These can be can be set up e.g. for a specific nacelle or 0.304 m/s² which significantly reduces Norbar EvoTorque2 is capable of incredible downloaded to a PC either by USB cable base bolt. Up to 20 work IDs can be put any possibility of medical or health and SOLUTION control in tough conditions – where bolts or transferred wirelessly via Bluetooth in a work group and up to 5 work groups safety related issues such as hearing loss SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK have not previously been tightened it will Smart for later analysis. can be set up too. This enables audits of or White Finger, during use. So, a tool that will tighten bolts deliver torque values with an accuracy of Modes of operation include Torque, not just the bolts of a single tower to be accurately to the required torque, audit ±3 percent. Where torque is re-applied to Torque & Angle, and Audit. The first easily conducted but of all the towers in pre-tightened bolts, and can then record a pre-tightened bolt results are within ±5 two enable users to select torque only a windfarm, and even the bolts across this data is required. percent of set torque. or a combined torque & angle target multiple farms. 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HIRE SERVICES

Offshore work has been busy because operators and large contractors working on North Sea gas platform maintenance projects are avoiding expensive expenditure on equipment and increasingly looking to hire tools. Graeme explained “Big operators still need to complete maintenance jobs offshore so they hire in the equipment to avoid capex (capital expenditure) on its own equipment, hence our decision to relocate to this larger facility to continue to support the very current market needs.”

INCREASED DEMAND

Demand has also grown for tools to be readily accessible in Great Yarmouth to MOVING FORWARD INTO 2017 save offshore companies time and money South Yorkshire based bolting solutions company, Torque Solutions Ltd, mobilising equipment for offshore projects are excited about their expansion into bigger, brighter premises in 2017. from Aberdeen. “Expanding our range in Great The New Year promises great things for the Yorkshire based business, Yarmouth is in response to our which has been operating for 14 years. Gee-Force team customers’ needs and our target markets. “Feedback from clients is the SPECIALISED SERVICES expand our team and our offerings, we big difference it makes to their bottom AND SUPPORT realised that we needed to look for bigger line on projects if they can access premises. When the opportunity arose EXPANDED STOCK OF TORQUE TOOLS tools on-the-spot in Great Yarmouth. The company provides bolting solutions to purchase land adjacent to our current Previously, some customers had a 36- and support to customers in wide and offices we jumped at it and decided to hour delivery time. varied sectors such as wind energy, build a new fit-for-purpose facility.” A growing offshore supply company that saw a record growth in turnover in the most difficult quarrying, power generation, oil and gas, year in the oil & gas industry has expanded its range and work scopes. IMPROVED DELIVERY TIME and general heavy industry. A FRIENDLY WELCOME They are the UK distributors for the “We can get it to them in a couple of Titan by Chicago Pneumatic range of The Torque Solutions team look forward Gee-Force Hydraulics, best known “The Evo-Torque2 is connected to As well as its busy offshore work, it plans hours from our Beacon Park base, as high quality hydraulic bolting tools and to welcoming suppliers and customers for its hire and sales of their hydraulic Bluetooth and leaves an audit trail, to push its services throughout the East opposed to mobilising from further associated equipment. Whilst offering this to an open day early in the New Year. bolting torque wrench in the offshore which is appealing to the offshore of England to the south East and London afield, Aberdeen even, which some of equipment for purchase the company When you visit their premises you can sector, has expanded its spread of tools wind industry,” Gee-Force Hydraulics from its Beacon Park base. our clients would have to do.” also operate a rental service. In addition see they are a close knit, family run including pneumatic and electronic Managing Director Graeme Cook said. “We had a call from a customer to the sale and rental of equipment operation. The two directors Ruth and tools, including the Norbar range, to TARGET MARKETS carrying out work at Bacton Gas Torque Solutions have an accredited Peter Allsopp are a married couple in push into new markets. PNEUMATIC, ELECTRONIC Terminal recently because equipment in house calibration facility for the addition to business partners and they, AND ELECTRONIC New target markets for the company was needed urgently at 3.30pm and it calibration of all types of torque tools, along with their dedicated staff, have LARGER PREMISES include tower cranes in the construction was on site by 5pm. This is the huge bolt tensioners and pressure gauges. always taken great pride in ensuring their Gee-Force’s expanded stock of torque sector, especially into the capital where new difference of being based in Great They have been the calibration house for customers are met with the highest level Since moving to its bigger Great tools is hoped to lead it into more new building is buoyant, and production lines. Yarmouth.” Graeme concluded. one of the world’s leading wind turbine of service and support. Yarmouth base earlier this year, it has sectors, Graeme commented: “Not all It has recently supplied tools for its manufacturers since 2008. Gee-Force Torque Solutions extended its rental range of essential of the new sectors are not going to be first project on the London Underground equipment and locating it on-the-spot in our core hydraulic bolting equipment. system, which it hopes will develop TIME FOR CHANGE Great Yarmouth. Our Norbar range has pneumatic and into a promising new market, and to a The offshore wind market on its electronic. Electronic wrenches have demolition company bringing down a SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK With their business steadily growing over doorstep off the east coast – the UK’s become far more sophisticated and disused power station. the years the company has outgrown biggest centre for the development of sought after and are easier in tight its current office and workshop space. offshore wind – is a target for some of its spaces, involving less kit, and would be Ruth Allsopp, Director of Torque Solutions new tools, including Norbar’s electronic desirable for offshore wind sector.” commented: “We’ve grown significantly wrench, the Evo-Torque. MORE INFO BROCHURE PLAY VIDEO in recent years and as we continue to

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WITH THE RISE OF OFFSHORE RENEWABLES COMES THE NEED FOR RISKIER DEVELOPMENTS IN HARSHER ENVIRONMENTS, HOW IS PROVIDING LEADING MTE MEETING THESE CHALLENGES? MTE has operated for decades in the offshore oil and gas sector and fully appreciates the need for risk SOLUTIONS TO OFFSHORE identification and mitigation in harsh environments – MTE has provided fire and blast solutions to offshore deepwater platform and floating projects WIND FARMS located in some of the world’s most challenging and harsh environments. Introducing Anthony Jones from MTE… “MTE recognised the importance of renewable energy, and Offshore renewable projects are as such, transferred our experience, capabilities and knowledge to enter into the offshore renewable advancing into deeper more challenging environments and MTE has the sector to provide our leading solutions to offshore windfarms.” experience and pedigree to provide the most optimised solutions. When it comes to protecting people and equipment from blast, fire and radiant MTE HAS AN IMPRESSIVE heat hazards, UK headquartered Mech- PORTFOLIO, HOW DOES YOUR Tool Engineering Ltd (MTE) has over 46 WHAT HAS BEEN THE MOST YOU RECENTLY GAINED A NEW MD PAST EXPERIENCE PREPARE YOU years’ experience in doing so. REWARDING CONTRACT YOU’VE IN THE FORM OF DAVID SCOTT, HOW FOR NEW CHALLENGES? EVER GAINED? HAS HIS DIRECTION INFLUENCED With continuous business improvement GLOBAL LEADER For me, one of our biggest successes MECH-TOOL ENGINEERING SINCE HE and investment in people and processes, in the last 12 months for MTE includes WAS APPOINTED? MTE has seen many sectors of the Recognised as a global leader in securing the five year framework It is early days – but David brings a industry develop and change over many delivering turnkey fire and blast protection agreement from STATOIL for the Johan wealth of experience and knowledge to decades and MTE has the ability to adapt and modular solutions to the oil and gas Sverdrup Field Development. MTE will MTE in challenging market conditions. and change to meet client and projects and nuclear markets, the company has be designing, engineering, supplying and We are looking forward to executing the ever changing requirements is essential. most recently made a mark for itself over manufacturing Fire and Blast Walls, Heat vision that David and the MTE board in the renewable energy sector having Shields and Wind Walls and working with of directors have for the coming years, WHAT DOES THE FUTURE supplied its leading solutions to some one of its Norwegian door partners to building on an excellent foundation and HOLD FOR MTE? major ground-breaking projects including supply windows. success of the last 46 years, supported Continuous growth of our business units Galloper 2 and Dudgeon. by an excellent global team at MTE. and advancements in product design, Having been impressed by MTE’s GIVE AN EXAMPLE OF A TIME WHERE as well as continued investment in global design and engineering capabilities, Wind MTE WAS ABLE OVERCOME A WITH THE EVOLUTION OF MTE fabrication facilities and presence to Energy Network took the opportunity PARTICULARLY DIFFICULT PROBLEM TECHNOLOGY COMES MORE FOCUS meet new arising challenges. MTE has a to interview the company’s Business THROUGH AN INNOVATIVE SOLUTION ON HEALTH AND SAFETY, HAS successful track record having opened Development Director, Anthony Jones, the importance of renewable FOR A CLIENT BUSINESS BEEN AFFECTED AT our state of the art facilities in Mech-Tool who has been at MTE for over 18 months energy, and as such, transferred our RECOGNISED AS BP Miller – 1989 – Following the Piper ALL BY THE RISE OF SAFER MORE Korea in 2013 which has grown from heading up the fire and blast solutions experience, capabilities and knowledge A GLOBAL LEADER IN Alpha Disaster – MTE designed and INNOVATIVE SYSTEMS? strength to strength ever since. division, to find out more about the to enter into the offshore renewable engineered a completely new Blast Relief MTE operates and provides solutions company’s entry into wind energy and its sector to provide our leading solutions DELIVERING TURNKEY FIRE system to reduce the risks from explosion for some of the most challenging and WHERE CAN YOU SEE THE COMPANY plans for the future. to offshore windfarms. AND BLAST PROTECTION AND for future North Sea projects. MTE has demanding project Health and safety IN 10 YEARS? continued to develop its products and industries and environments – MTE is Continuing to grow and being a HOW DID MTE GET INTO THE FIRE HAVE YOU HAD TO MAKE CHANGES MODULAR SOLUTIONS... ensure its fully certified fire and blast a safety solution provider – safety and worldwide based design, engineering AND BLAST PROTECTION INDUSTRY? TO THE WAY YOU OPERATE AS A safety solutions are at the fore front of quality is paramount to MTE and its and fabrication company servicing all key WAS IT ALWAYS THE FOCUS? COMPANY BASED ON INDUSTRY industry safety requirements globally. success. We have always embraced a offshore and onshore market sectors. The intial beginnings of the offshore MOVEMENTS, OR HAS MTE BEEN A MTE HAS GAINED VERY VALUABLE high level of SHEQ awareness throughout sector in the North-East back in the STEADFAST BUSINESS? CONTRACTS IN RECENT TIMES WITH WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS MTE’S its business and supply chain. This is Anthony Jones early 80’s was key to MTE focusing its We are always looking at continuous SOME VERY HIGH PROFILE CLIENTS, GREATEST STRENGTH? demonstrated by MTE achieving the Business Development Director attention in line with the UK shipyards and improvements and embrace changes that HOW DOES WORK COME TO YOU? With no doubt – our people throughout President’s award for safety and the Gold Mech-Tool Engineering Ltd diversification away from sole reliance on are required to meet the ever-changing Great effort and persistence by the MTE the business. MTE has many years of Award status from ROSPA for the last 16 ship building. demands and challenges of projects and BD and sales team is required to identify, highly developed skills and experience years in succession. Ed’s Note – This is an abridged version clients globally. MTE does not stand still develop and chase project opportunities from early design, engineering right – the full interview can be accessed by HAVE YOU SEEN A CHANGE IN and invests annually into R&D activities in a global arena. Couple this with through to some of the most highly skilled HOW IMPORTANT IS WEIGHT scanning/clicking on the link THE TYPE OF PROJECTS YOU’RE to continually develop and fine tune our over 46 years’ experience in providing tradesman manufacturing, delivering and AND COST SAVINGS IN HIGH WORKING ON NOW VERSUS 10 OR 20 products based on new technologies and optimised design and engineering supervising safety solutions protecting HAZARD INDUSTRIES? YEARS AGO? the progression in materials. MTE ensures solutions from MTE’s in-house team with people and equipment from fire, blast and Extremely important as weight equates to SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK Yes, particularly due to the movement key training programmes are provided to the ability to manufacture high quality radiant heat hazards working to stringent cost for many offshore applications – not of fixed platforms to floating platforms new and existing members of the MTE world class products – cost effective, quality and safety standards. only in terms of material weight savings which has since seen further field family to understand the benefits of new competitively priced solutions – all giving but also the impact on material handling developments in terms of the advances technologies and benefits of passing this an excellent offering and deliverable to and transportation in subsea technology. MTE recognised onto our clients. projects and clients. MORE INFO BROCHURE Q&A

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HUMBER UPDATE THE HUMBER SOARING TO NEW HEIGHTS

Having now visited on more than a few PERSONAL THANKS occasions since our first introduction to the area some 7 years ago we have May I personally take this opportunity found the Humber Area the most forward to thank everyone who has contributed looking and vibrant location in the UK. – from government officials, both local CONTENTS The Siemens project now in full swing and national, to the many companies/ 36 Market Opportunities may be the main story but the enthusiasm organisations, both large and small, and 42 Research & Innovation which has been experienced by the now of course the advice which we have available supply chain is overwhelming. received from the leaders in the industry. 48 Training You will find out more details of the It is greatly appreciated – we could not 54 Further Education Siemens development throughout have produced the feature without you. 60 Ports & Port Services this major spotlight feature (the most expansive yet covering more than 80 FEATURE SECTIONS 66 Operations & Maintenance pages); however broadly speaking not 74 Professional Services only have Siemens committed to an With such a large feature we have 80 Denmark & The Humber assembly plant in the area but also a decided to give it a structure much like manufacturing plant for the industry we do with individual magazines which 86 Recruitment as well – the knock on effect of this you may have noticed in previous editions 92 Engineering decision has is already being realised and – we have therefore broken down the 100 Support Services unprecedented in the UK. feature into sizeable sections as follows… 108 Logistics UNRIVALLED ENTHUSIASM Please enjoy finding out yourself what the region offers by reading this most The opportunities have been welcomed interesting substantial feature. with open arms and the various organisation on both sides of the Humber Duncan McGilvray have worked together to help everyone Editor Wind Energy Network involved. The area continues to take on a degree of enthusiasm unmatched across the wind energy sector throughout Europe and beyond. We have therefore decided to name this issue of Wind Energy Network ‘The Humber Special Edition’.

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HUMBER UPDATE SUPPORTING MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AT GREEN PORT HULL Green Port Hull has fast become the first choice as the renewables capital of the UK. Over £1billion of capital investment is currently underway in Hull, following the decision by Siemens to create a £310m offshore wind turbine blade manufacturing facility in the city.

Hull’s premium port capacity, infrastructure and unique skill set provide an excellent range of opportunities for companies from across the UK and beyond involved with manufacturing, pre- assembly and installation, as well as the wider supply chain. This is because Hull and the East WITH AN INVESTMENT Riding is home to a broad range of businesses with renewable energy OF OVER £25M, THE GREEN support capabilities, including PORT GROWTH PROGRAMME engineering, fabrication, logistics, vessel operation, ship building, turbine IS SUPPORTED BY THE maintenance, and port services. REGIONAL GROWTH FUND A PROGRAMME OF SUPPORT FOR BUSINESSES

To access these opportunities, many companies both local, regional, national Mark Pearson of Pearson Electrical and international have utilised the support companies capable of supplying a range Carlbom Shipping Ltd was successful Hull Supplier Directory to access new 2007 Occupational Health and Safety offered by Green Port Hull through the of products and services. and has been appointed as ships opportunities in the green energy sector, accreditation, A2SEA opened talks with Green Port Growth Programme (GPGP). This includes data collection on agent for DONG Energy at the Port of but it utilised funding from the Green the business earlier this year and, in July With an investment of over £25m, opportunities and improving relationships ASSISTING LOCAL AND Immingham. Carlbom Shipping Ltd is Port Growth Programme to achieve vital 2016, signed a framework for work, the Green Port Growth Programme with developers and original equipment INTERNATIONAL BUSINESSES now assisting DONG Energy with its ISO accreditations. which begins in January 2017. is supported by the Regional Growth manufacturers (OEMs) through a offshore supply vessel (OSV) bringing As a result, Pearson Electrical has Fund and is designed to capitalise on dedicated supply chain coordinator. DONG Energy approached the Green supplies to the jack-up accommodation just signed a framework agreement Green Port Hull renewable opportunities. It develops Another key tool is the Green Port Port Growth Programme to help with a rig, The Atlantic Amsterdam, which is with A2SEA, a company which owns indigenous business growth within the Hull Supplier Directory, which provides number of sourcing requirements for its servicing Race Bank. The contract is and operates some of the wind renewable sector, securing long-term information to the renewables industry Race Bank and Hornsea One windfarms. expected to run for the duration of the industry’s most sophisticated vessels economic growth for the region. on the region’s suppliers, products The company wanted marine services, construction period. and equipment, specially designed for The programme, developed by Hull and services. To date, more than 360 provided by a firm based in the Humber Another example of the Green Port turbine installation. City Council, East Riding Council and companies have registered. region. With a strong knowledge of the Growth Programme’s work is Hull firm A2SEA was looking for a Hull-based SCAN/CLICK private sector partners, works two-fold. Work has included helping local market and providers on the Green Port Pearson Electrical, specialist electrical company to undertake electrical It helps businesses in the Hull and East companies engage with key players in Hull Supplier Directory, the Business engineers with over 30 years of repair work on its turbine installation Riding access supply chain opportunities, the renewable energy industry, such as Support Team put forward a small experience in the marine, industrial and vessels being used to install Siemens and also assists inward investors, such Siemens, Energy Works, Dong, SSE number of companies matching the hazardous area sectors. Not only did components. Because Pearson as Siemens, to identify suitable local and Clugston. requirement to DONG Energy. the company sign up to the Green Port Electrical had its BS EN OHSAS 18001: MORE INFO

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HUMBERSIGNIFICANT UPDATE CONTRACT POWERING THE EXTENSION WIN FROM SIEMENS Renewable energy specialist, Prontoport in SIEMENS PROJECTS Irvine, is celebrating winning an additional ENERGY ESTUARY 2 year contract from Siemens to support The latest contract is with Siemens Team Humber Marine Alliance has the commissioning and build of several Projects, the part of the business which grown into the Humber region’s new offshore windfarms. The new contract constructs new windfarms, and the initial foremost brand for marine, offshore is expected to be worth a seven figure two year period carries an option to extend and associated sectors and with sum each year for the next two years. for a further two years. its longstanding relationships with Siemens is a longstanding client of the Prontoport carries out servicing and Northern Europe and strengthening company, which already provides project repairs on over 50% of the UK’s Windfarm links with the US, its sphere of design, build and engineering maintenance assets and has previously worked on influence is taking on a global hue. services to the multinational. Gwynt Y Mor Offshore, RWE’s flagship Power Generation Plant; the biggest ACKNOWLEDGED LEADERS construction site in Europe at the time. REPRESENTATION The company has been working with Prontoport MD, Scott Telfer commented: Siemens Projects since March 2010 and, Representing more than 200 member “We are acknowledged leaders in doing in Hull, where they are investing through the industry approved Prontoport companies and their 17,000 employees, windfarm construction and servicing and £160 million on two manufacturing Training Academy recruits, vets and trains it believes their expertise and experience have already proved our worth working sites for the preassembly, installation personnel, both to EU & Industry standards should be rewarded with a healthy share of on previous Siemens flagship projects at and commissioning of several new and to client and project specification. the action that North Sea wind power and Gwynt Y Mor and West of Duddon Sands. offshore windfarms. We’ll be supplying other industries are bringing to the region. “We successfully passed Siemens trained personnel, from ground and Prontoport Ltd As the main base for the east coast Global Audit Procedure and have been tower technicians to highly specialist offshore wind industry, along with chosen over much larger competitors engineers across a range of disciplines.” bioethanol production, oil refineries, to support the work that Siemens are biomass and natural gas imports, the Humber is at the heart of meeting the country’s energy needs.

CONFIDENT FUTURE

Despite Brexit uncertainty, the future looks bright for this great trading estuary. Planned North Sea wind investments valued at £20bn, Siemens’ turbine blade manufacturing facility in Hull becoming fully operational in 2017 and Dong Energy planning to open the world’s largest offshore wind maintenance hub in Grimsby provide new opportunities. Team Humber also works closely with maritime industries across the North Sea and is aligned to the EU’s Blue Growth Strategy that aims for sustainable growth from the seas.

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS

Mark O’Reilly, CEO of THMA With its ‘Strength in numbers’ policy, Team Humber encourages collaborative bidding by member companies to bring A senior delegation from eastern states BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES major contracts to the region. Strongly chose the Humber this September as backing the Northern Powerhouse, it has the place to learn about developing the The US wind industry is in its infancy linked up with its west coast counterpart, technology and infrastructure to meet compared with the UK’s, but New Mersey Maritime, to promote the east- their country’s renewable energy targets. Bedford, which remains a thriving fishing west trade corridor. They are keen on making business port, will be one if its major centres and Widening horizons, it is building links and academic connections with a view presents an opportunity for Humber firms with the United States eastern seaboard to reciprocal agreements and were to be involved. where offshore wind is comparatively in impressed with the technology that is its infancy. transforming the Humber region. Team Humber Marine Alliance (THMA)

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“We also believed we would be HUMBER UPDATE THE HUMBER coming to an area BOSTON RENEWABLES – with a supportive RENEWABLES environment for our investment A CASE STUDY and where we AWARDS could build a THE DETAIL… skilled workforce The most important date on to develop a new • Customer – Westfield Farm the Humber region’s clean industry for the UK. “We’re delighted • Existing on electricity site use – power calendar 400,000 kWh P/A our confidence has proven to be well founded – the support we • Renewable generation – 300,000 have received has been outstanding.” kWh P/A The Humber Renewables Awards hosted • Reduction in grid supplied electricity by the Hull Daily Mail is returning for a LOCAL IMPACT – 60% sixth year and will recognise success • Tonnes of CO2 saved – 163T P/A across nine categories, honouring Jason continued “We have been made to feel very welcome firms large and small for doing their bit and we believe that, in return, we have demonstrated our THE CHALLENGE to make this area a fulcrum of green commitment to maximise our positive impact on the city and energy. This annual event is to recognise region, its economy, communities and people. Our greatest Recent years have seen an increasing and celebrate the great strides being local impact will be in new jobs and we are well on the way to demand from food processors and taken across the Humber region in the our target to employ 1,000 people across our operations at consumers for ethically sourced food renewables industry. For companies Alexandra Dock. produce. Kingsmill Bakers advertise that ranging from small start-ups to large “We’re delighted to report that well over 90 per cent of the they are ‘Slicing Emissions’ and other corporations in the sector, the awards are people we have recruited are from the Hull area – we have food processors have similar tag lines. an opportunity to highlight good practice, been absolutely overwhelmed by the response to the jobs And so the challenge at Westfield was for innovation and enterprise. we have created, with more than 23,000 applications so far. the business to demonstrate a reduced That’s an incredible number and has resulted in us recruiting a energy overhead and carbon footprint. BEST OF THE BEST workforce of truly amazing people.”

THE SOLUTION With prizes up for grabs for educators, COMMITMENT builders and innovators, the competition Having successfully won a Planning promises to reward the best of the best, Jason concluded “Our headline sponsorship of the Humber Appeal against National Air Traffic with the celebration taking place at The Renewables Awards is part of our commitment to put down Services, Boston Renewables installed Deep, Hull on Thursday, March 9, 2017. roots in the Hull area and contribute to the growth of the local Boston Renewables are a division of the two 80kW Endurance E3120 wind Hosted by ITV Weather presenter, economy, above and beyond our direct investment.” Bostonair Group, and provide a number turbines at Westfield Farm. The turbines Emma Jesson who will be accompanied of renewable and low-carbon energy were installed under Ofgem’s capacity by a top speaker, the dinner will NOMINATIONS AND CATEGORIES solutions to the commercial sector in the extension system to ensure the maximum gather together industry leaders and Yorkshire and Humber region such as benefit from the Feed In Tariff scheme, experts from across the region and Awards nominations are now open and entries need to be solar PV arrays, wind turbines, energy one in October 2014 and the second beyond providing excellent networking submitted by Wednesday, February 8th 2017 storage, voltage optimisation, solar car in March 2015. The majority of the opportunities. ports and electric vehicle charging. annual generation of circa 300,000kWh CATEGORY SPONSOR of green electricity is used on site to SPONSOR – SIEMENS Humber Renewables Champion Siemens CASE STUDY power automatic livestock feeding and Best Renewable Energy Project or Pure Broadband ventilation systems. The wind turbines The awards event is again being Installation in the Humber Area Westfield Farm forms part of a modern, were installed with the assistance of sponsored by Siemens, which is Excellence in Renewable Skills and Training RSM mixed farming enterprise. The business Boston Energy technicians. developing a £310m offshore wind hub at produces in excess of 17,000 pork Alexandra Dock, Hull. Renewables Education Hull College and bacon pigs per year for the UK’s Boston Renewables Jason Speedy is the Director of the Renewables Innovation ABP food industry, as well as wheat, barley energy giant’s turbine blade factory, which Humber Renewables Medium/Large KRL and oilseeds for both the UK and is due to mark the production of the first Business of the Year (over 50 employees) continental markets. blade, wholly manufactured at the new Engaging the Community Spencer Group facility, next month. Rising Star Arco CUSTOMER TESTIMONIAL INVESTMENT Humber Renewables Small Business of the Cobus Year (under 50 employees) Communications “The installation went very smoothly Jason stated: “Our investment in Hull and to timetable and we are now SCAN/CLICK is one of Siemens’ largest anywhere SCAN/CLICK seeing the benefits of reduced in the world and is the city’s biggest Jane Smallwood energy costs for our business.” ever inward investment. We’re here Events Manager Denis Lockwood, Finance Director – because Hull is perfectly positioned in Humber Renewables Awards on behalf of Pitwherry Ltd close proximity to the huge offshore MORE INFO windfarms in the North Sea. MORE INFO

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PROJECT AURA GENERATES WINDS OF CHANGE ON THE HUMBER As offshore wind energy progresses towards becoming established as the low-carbon, low-cost energy source for the UK, it has found a home on novel foundation systems for offshore complete picture of the effects of working ACTION the skills gap, the university envisages the Humber. Recent major investments in the region from leading offshore wind turbines using its unique Total in challenging offshore environments. A leading the development of a talent wind power manufacturers and producers, in particular from DONG Energy Environment Simulator. Further, expertise new €3 million project in collaboration Three main strands of action are now pipeline from ages 14 to 70+, based and Siemens, place the Humber at the centre of the rapid global growth in control and intelligent systems with partners across the UK and Europe needed to meet the challenges facing in the Humber region with national in the sector. These substantial commitments are opening up tangible engineering sees robust modelling will consider factors such as weather, the sector… and international reach. Skills hubs opportunities for the region to support and help develop the sector – for the methods applied to the industrial control distances and crew fatigue. Novel tools will provide effective and relevant whole country and internationally. problems of offshore wind turbines. The will be developed to support decision- 1. Proactive engagement between vocational and academic courses of University is also helping to develop making to optimise crew transfers and the sector and the University to consistent quality, including professional CHALLENGES CENTRAL ROLE knowledge around condition monitoring, offshore missions, therefore helping to promote enterprise throughout the development to postgraduate level, fault-tolerance and control design. reduce risk and enhance efficiency. This supply chain meeting industry needs. But the offshore wind industry is still a The University of Hull is ideally placed is complemented by exciting advances in 2. Research, development and relatively immature business. Operational to play a central role in helping to meet LOGISTICS INSTITUTE the University’s Digital Centre where 3D innovation NEW PURPOSE-BUILT CENTRE and maintenance activity, in particular, these challenges, and so support and visualisation technologies have enabled 3. Attracting talented people, are undergoing rapid development and facilitate offshore wind growth. With more The University’s Logistics Institute is conditions on offshore windfarms to be equipped with the skills, training Eventually a new purpose-built centre expansion. A number of challenges than 15 years’ experience of working in playing a key role in helping to understand simulated digitally to support recruitment, and knowledge needed to support will fulfil a role as a front door and home characterise advancement at this pace, the sector, and having been involved in the influence of the renewables sector testing and training. the industry and enable it to grow base for the industry with access to including strong demand for sector providing expert advice and reports for in the Humber through a study of social, facilities for research, development specific skills in a scarce market and more than half of the current generation economic and environmental impacts OPPORTUNITIES AND BENEFITS PROJECT AURA and innovation as well as a knowledge relatively low levels of standardisation output of UK offshore windfarms through across the region and supply chain. bank and a technology hub with space within the sector in areas such as training its Institute for Estuarine and Coastal Professor Amar Ramudhin, Director of the The challenges are real but the Building on its expertise and experience, for networking, training and education, and health and safety. Studies, the University boasts a wide Logistics Institute, commented: “This is opportunities and benefits are potentially the University of Hull will invest further in conferences and meetings. This can drive up operational costs, range of relevant expertise and capability. a once-in-a-generation opportunity to significant and far reaching for all areas that complement renewable energy including for investors and insurers, make the Humber the UK powerhouse stakeholders – regionally, nationally and needs. It is ideally placed to work with University of Hull - Logistics Institute adding to the overall cost of producing WORLD-LEADING RESEARCH for offshore wind. This project will internationally. It means that the Humber major players in the sector and others to SCAN/CLICK energy. Comparatively immature networks ensure that we capitalise on the gains is at the start of a collaborative adventure lead delivery on these actions through an and supply chains may also present With world-leading research into already made.” to ensure that the region brings together initiative termed Project Aura. challenges and the need for innovation the marine environment and seabed Researchers from the University’s Risk all the best people with the knowledge, Project Aura will provide the focus to keep pace with a dramatically fast- conditions, the University has conducted Institute are investigating human factors skills and innovative thinking that this for the offshore wind sector to connect evolving sector is demanding. experimental modelling to examine in risk management, to get a more exciting industry is demanding. and build all these partnerships. To fill MORE INFO

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HUMBERFISHERMEN UPDATE AND OFFSHORE HOLDERNESS FISHING INDUSTRY GROUP AND HE WINDFARM DEVELOPERS SAYS THAT A GOOD WORKING RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN FISHERMEN AND WINDFARM MUST WORK TOGETHER DEVELOPERS IS CRUCIAL The chairman elect of the NFFO (National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisations) Mike Cohen says fishermen and windfarm developers must learn to work together.

Mike commented: “We need to EASING THE PROCESS Kingfisher plotter data is excellent and a CAUTION IN CERTAIN CONDITIONS coexist because they are going to be necessary tool for working fishermen. I am here whether we like it or not. It is in To ease the process of coexistence, always telling fishermen about the function Mike Cohen who expressed the need to everyone’s interest to find a working Kingfisher Information of Seafish continues and how to use it, and how if it’s put on fish with caution in certain conditions: relationship that benefits everybody.” to develop the KIS-ORCA service with their plotter, they’ll get pictures of the “You have to keep a close eye on Subsea Cables UK and RenewableUK, windfarm on their screen. I think it’s first things and I really wouldn’t want to RAPID DEVELOPMENT charting positional data for fishing plotters. class and I share that around.” be in amongst the turbines in less Matt Frow, Kingfisher Manager, commented: Tom also added “You have to destroy than ideal conditions. If there was The development of offshore windfarms “There is a huge amount of information on the myth that it’s the end of the world. a strong wind blowing and you’re has been a controversial issue in the KIS-ORCA; all easy to install. It’s not just I’m not pro-windfarm – not by a long moving around as you’re hauling gear, fishing industry, with fishermen fearful about the turbines, there’s a lot of subsea way. But you’ve got to learn to live with you’re vulnerable. If a string of pots of poorly positioned sites, the effect cables, concrete mattresses and hazards it. If you don’t learn to live with it, it’ll put get wrapped around a wind turbine, on stock levels and the limitations on that skippers need to be aware of”. KIS- you out of work.” you’ve probably lost that. That means fishing activities. ORCA aims to provide the locations of you’ve lost a lot of expensive gear, not There are currently 29 windfarms cable and renewable structures in a bid to UNFOUNDED CONCERN to mention your lost fishing capacity constructed around the country, with a keep fishermen informed and safe. and a risk to your safety.” further 34 offshore developments also Mike also praised the data for plotters, Tom Watson is aware of fishing industry Tom Watson also confirmed that he has in the pipeline around the country. This which is free to use. He added: “Most concern over stock levels changes pre experience of the potential hazard that means that more fishermen will find people receive the Kingfisher maps and and post development and explained: cables can cause, with cables becoming themselves having to learn to live with plotter files here and I’d highly recommend “We do know that during the building exposed due to shifting seabed - some turbines and associated cabling at sea. them to skippers. I have helped people and construction in the Irish Sea that staying exposed. Because of this, there Mr Cohen has witnessed a number of install them on plotters, and it is a very we asked for fisheries projects where is a real need for fishermen to exercise windfarms being developed in his area useful resource. a commercial boat fished in the area caution close to cables and keep in and he has experience of working with “The main thing is going to be exact before, during, and after construction. contact with the latest updates. developers due to his role as CEO of locations of turbines and cables. We What we found was that the species Holderness Fishing Industry Group and know generally where things are planned caught and the amount caught was IN SUMMARY he says that a good working relationship for, as we get the information from pretty much the same at each stage.” between fishermen and windfarm developers before construction starts, During construction and maintenance Filippo Locatelli, Offshore Wind developers is crucial to the success of but there are small changes in positions of offshore windfarms, fishermen may Development Manager at RenewableUK both industries. as construction progresses. be restricted to where they can fish. summarised the importance of “Having it all in one place as a definitive However, when operational, there is coexistence from an industry standpoint: GOODWILL exact location for turbines, and cables, no legislation stopping fishing within “For successful development of an and that sort of thing, that is very useful. windfarms. Operators may apply for a offshore windfarm, early dialogue with He stated: “They are going to be here And having it in a format that can go 50m safety zone around turbines, or fishermen and their representatives is for 20 to 25 years, and we are going straight on to someone’s plotter massively they may agree with fishermen to an essential. To achieve coexistence, open to be here a lot longer than that. So reduces the chances of error, which is advisory safety zone of the same size, communication is vital to the successful we have got to get on. That takes obviously very important.” which helps with fishing safety and construction and operation of an a significant amount of goodwill on protection of structures. All turbines on offshore windfarm. The information both sides. It is one thing to have a MAINTAINING the KIS-ORCA data have the 50m zone supplied via the Kingfisher Bulletin and contractual agreement that defines COMMUNICATION LINKS mapped to help skippers. KIS-ORCA is important to this process.” roles and responsibilities, but there has to be a pragmatic aspect as well to Former skipper Tom Watson is a liaison Seafish enable two industries to get along, while officer in Fleetwood, who ensures the occupying the same space.” communication lines between fishermen and developers remain open, commented: “The

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Through its investment and engineering capabilities, Balfour Beatty believes as they move from a deterministic Our experienced technicians it is well positioned to support industry plans to harvest some of the UK’s approach to a probabilistic outputs tackle the most demanding of most remote renewable energy sources. based approach, challenging contractors to reduce costs through recognising requirements with precision INDUSTRY CHALLENGE East Yorkshire coast and consists of 73 efficiencies ensuring tasks are carried out and efficiency turbines which are capable of generating more efficiently to reduce costs. The UK Government has set targets 219MW of electricity – enough to power With a team of specialist engineers committing the country to generate around 170,000 homes each year. and carefully selected strategic supply 15% of its energy needs from renewable In September 2016, Balfour Beatty, in chain partners in place, Balfour Beatty will sources by 2020. Offshore wind makes a consortium with Equitix, was selected by manage and operate one onshore and significant contribution in helping the UK Ofgem to own and operate the offshore one offshore substation, 18km of subsea to achieve these objectives and having transmission link to E.ON’s Humber cable and 30km of land cable. the necessary infrastructure in place Gateway windfarm for the next 20 years. to connect windfarms to the onshore Balfour Beatty’s Power Transmission & SERVICES electricity grid is equally critical. Distribution business is also responsible for the operation and maintenance of the They will also deliver a number of services CONNECTING HULL & HUMBER OFTO’s assets. which include: operational control, safety and switching services, routine • Scheduled Turbine • Met Mast Maintenance In 2012, Balfour Beatty was awarded a EXPERIENCE & DELIVERY and reactive maintenance (including first Maintenance and Inspection contract to design, supply, install and response) and marine services, including • Rope Access Solutions • Blade Inspection and commission 30km of 132kV land cable This is the company’s fourth operations personnel access and subsea surveys on • Repair to connect E.ON’s Humber Gateway and maintenance contract to provide full both the offshore export cable route and Statutory Inspections windfarm (OFTO) to the UK’s electricity asset management services on OFTOs. It substation platform. network at Hedon substation in Hull. also marks a step change in contracting 01925 245 238 [email protected] The windfarm is situated 8km off the philosophy in the OFTO service sector Balfour Beatty T E www.windtex.co.uk

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HUMBERPLAN, UPDATE PRACTICE, APPRAISE AND REPRISE Why your organisation can never be over-prepared for handling an emergency incident

Can you confidently say that your Humber-based HFR Solutions CIC was of the training provided, to test this employees are trained to perform when established in 2012 to share the skills, organisation’s emergency response plans it matters most? Under the pressure of values, knowledge and expertise of and to test the team’s decision-making a live emergency, with a life potentially at Humberside Fire and Rescue Service strategies and approach to teamwork. risk, will they have the competency and (HFRS) with the commercial sector. confidence to recall and react as required? Directly aligned with HFRS, they are a The key is to implement a range leading provider of risk prevention and of business resilience, emergency emergency response. FOUR KEY ELEMENTS OF and contingency planning solutions, Experts in emergency planning and INCIDENT MANAGEMENT incorporating the following measures… testing for the energy and renewables sectors, with a vast experience in 1. Site specific information – this • Review of existing emergency providing realistic simulations both on element of the initiative enabled response procedures and off site, the company is able to this organisation’s own systems to • Creation of full written emergency identify all the credible scenarios and be incorporated into the course, response plans complete a Fire Risk Assessment of an covering their own emergency • Review, testing and updating of offshore wind turbine. response plans and how they are those plans and procedures applied to emergency situations • Design, implementation, review and LEADING RENEWABLES AND POWER testing of associated rescue plans GENERATION ORGANISATION 2. Clarity and communication – ENTRUSTS HFR SOLUTIONS CIC WITH delegates were introduced to APPRAISE, REPRISE, EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING the incident command systems PLAN AND PRACTICE which are used nationally by the Recently a leading operator from the emergency services and many No matter how thorough your planning renewables and power generation companies, looking at how they and risk assessment… “it is the sector, approached HFR Solutions CIC overlap with the organisation’s execution of procedures when under to help review their existing emergency own systems. This included extreme pressure which will determine procedures, undertaking a series of the information required for a critical that they work together effectively. Proactive use of technology enabled all their success”. It is critical to equip all intensive incident and emergency succinct and specific handover ONLY THROUGH Therefore, emphasis was placed on delegates to see how the exercise was personnel with the cognitive skills to coordination training initiatives. The to emergency services or to the importance of the interaction progressing – even when positioned in manage an emergency in such a high- tailored training tested their emergency colleagues relieving personnel REGULAR AND FREQUENT between the various roles and teams different parts of the building to the main risk environment. response plans as well as their decision- from a post and for ensuring SPECIALIST TRAINING CAN while simultaneously conducting their exercise by connecting via Skype on making processes, when under pressure. essential information is conveyed respective procedures. mobile devices. Take a detailed look at your existing expediently. For instance, AN ORGANISATION FULLY plans, procedures and training TESTING DECISION-MAKING AND formalised training in radio PREPARE ITS WORKFORCE EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANS THE NEXT STEPS resources… TEAMWORK THROUGH TAILORED protocols could help to ensure TESTED THROUGH PRACTICAL PRACTICAL SCENARIOS that critical messages are given FOR AN EMERGENCY. INPUT AND WORKING SCENARIOS HFR Solutions CIC has produced • Does your training relate to real priority by use of certain priority a comprehensive report to further risks that have been identified at the Their existing emergency response phraseology With practice being central to the improve the client’s existing plans and operating site? procedures were reviewed during three THE IMPORTANCE OF successful application of a procedure in a procedures and continues to support • Does your in-house response team practical scenarios. HFR Solutions CIC 3. Decision making – balanced INCIDENT MANAGEMENT crisis scenario, delegates were provided them in developing rescue plans and have relevant insight? Have they had designed the exercises, in association decisions are vital at an emergency with a combination of simulated incidents a programme of ongoing training and first-hand exposure to the scenarios with the client, based on credible and to prepare for this, the course To operate safely within the offshore wind using live casualties and dummies. The assessment. This will help to provide that could be faced? scenarios identified from the risk profile covered the decision-making environment the delegates were given the exercises incorporated all three stages of consistency across all personnel and • Does your training give your team of their operational site based within the model, considering the risks opportunity to develop an understanding an incident: initial, developing and closing. sites and help to address any potential members the opportunity to walk Humber region and included… against the potential benefits of why incidents occur, likely reactions Each exercise required delegates occurrence of skill fade through lack of through the events likely to occur in and how to positively influence behaviour to undertake a rescue of themselves familiarity with techniques and equipment. an emergency? • Man-overboard at a transition point 4. Debriefing – the opportunity to to achieve a successful outcome in the or others from a simulated incident at • Do your facilities and equipment • Turbine fire affecting workers in the reflect on what has been learned event of an incident. a standalone dedicated training area HFR Solutions CIC enable true familiarisation with a nacelle about an individual, team and their The delegates included various (Working at Height structure and Dock) SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK required procedure? • Hub rescue of a live casualty procedures is an essential process operational team members – including with Skippers and Controllers placed suffering a life-threatening injury for ongoing refinement and so the controllers, technicians and vessel in separate locations. This segregation Only through regular and frequent organisation received guidance on crew members. Although each of created the dynamics of an actual specialist training can an organisation fully The exercise objectives were to the rules to adopt during a debrief these operational teams has their own incident, demonstrating the challenges prepare its workforce for an emergency. confirm knowledge and understanding respective roles and responsibilities, it is that response teams face. MORE INFO MORE INFO

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HUMBER UPDATE INDUSTRY LED PRACTICAL TRAINING HETA are the Yorkshire and Humber regions leading Engineering Training Provider and since establishment in 1967 have developed industry led practical training programmes for DELIVERING INNOVATIVE apprentices and existing engineers. Since 2010, HETA have been active in the wind industry and are currently delivering programmes for Centrica, SSE, EON, Vestas AND COLLABORATIVE and Ecotricity. James McIntosh, HETA’s Business Development and SKILLS SOLUTIONS Marketing Manager commented: “We were the first in our area to take steps to match the needs of local renewable The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) companies, and we are the only local provider who can offer an approved City & Guilds Wind Turbine Technician has over 25 years’ experience working with employers to apprenticeship course.” deliver innovative and collaborative skills solutions across the energy sector, including wind. APPRENTICESHIPS

A statutory skills body, the organisation training providers, the ECITB is well placed The apprenticeship comprises of a year off the job spent in has supported over 1.5 million learners to transfer knowledge and experience the training centre, 4 days a week of this time is spent in the with over £380m investment in a range to the renewables sector, including in workshop covering electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, of craft, technical and managerial skills critical areas such as health and safety, to pneumatics and hydraulics skills. In addition to this the required by industry. The organisation has support the industry’s skills needs. apprentices learn the underpinning theory knowledge in the developed many pioneering qualifications classroom which means when they come into company full time and training standards, which are delivered COMPREHENSIVE PORTFOLIO from Year 2 they can contribute straight away to practical tasks. by approved training providers, including James continued: “We also deliver a number of national and the Hydraulically Torque and Tension Wind The organisation has a comprehensive regional contracts where employers send their learners to us Turbine Bolted Connections qualification. It portfolio of training solutions including from all across the UK to use the accommodation partner we is also working with employers to develop supervisory and management training. have to complete the first year full time training programme. new apprenticeship standards, including Their supervisory training offers easy the Maintenance & Operations Engineering to access, intensive modular courses ADULT TRAINING Technician which has a dedicated wind which upon successful completion of turbine technician pathway. all modules leads to the award of the “The training is also relevant to adults – people generally who ECITB Silver card. Their management are working for wind turbine companies and are engineers. training includes nationally recognised They might already have done an apprenticeship in a different qualifications and upon completion of the industry at a time when this qualification wasn’t available. They NVQ Level 3 management qualification might be qualified engineers who don’t have anything to say SUPPORTED OVER learners receive an Assuring Competency they are competent to work on wind turbines, and we are in in Engineering (ACE) card. discussions with a number of the country’s leading operations 1.5 MILLION LEARNERS These cards provide confirmation that and maintenance companies to train their employees. WITH OVER £380M the individual has achieved a recognised standard of competency, boosting FUTURE EXPECTATIONS INVESTMENT... the productivity of performance and productivity of industry and helping to HETA is also expecting more of the service companies in the mitigate supervisory and management risk. area are going to come on board and train their staff using this qualification to prove their competence in industry as wind COST EFFICIENCY turbine technicians. HETA BRITAIN’S ENERGY COAST With the wind sector, like other industries, under pressure to reduce costs, it is SCAN/CLICK ECITB has a strong presence on Britain’s important that contractors and clients Energy Coast with regional operations alike look to improve their cost efficiency supporting employers and learners. of projects. Working with employers, local skills agencies and its network of approved ECITB MORE INFO

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GREAT EXPERIENCE AND ACHIEVEMENT HUMBER UPDATE Head of Physics at Brentwood Ursuline, Mr Dif said, “This represents a great achievement for the girls who have become role models to their younger peers at school where interest in engineering is growing.” Student Abbie Cook said, “The scheme has been invaluable in both my choice of A level studies, as well as my future career. Winning the EES national competition was truly amazing and the feedback we had from the judges and L-R: Mr Dif, Charlotte Buttery, Alicia Trew, Jahnina public was very inspiring.” Queddeng, Abbie Cook and Adrian Jarvis (HMN). Fellow student, Alicia Trew also IS TRAINING SUFFICIENT TO GUARANTEE COMPETENCE commented, “The EES project has been an amazing experience. Before IN THE OFFSHORE RENEWABLE INDUSTRY? entering the project, I had an ambition to enter into a career in engineering. The Offshore Renewable Industry has EXPERIENCE STUDENT TEAM CROWNED After finishing the project as national invested time and money in developing, winner, I am one hundred percent and implementing training programmes, MTCS have over 15 years’ experience in certain that engineering is the career I which make sure personnel are trained working with Offshore Contracting NATIONAL WINNERS would like to follow.” in safety critical, technical and companies to provide robust and fully operational activities. accredited programmes, with the aim of Global Marine Systems Limited, with joint venture partner Huawei Marine Networks (HMN), has STEM CLUB Mr Richard Warburton, Managing certifying their personnel are competent in mentored a team of four, sixth form students to the 2016 Engineering Education Scheme (EES) Director for Maritime Training & safety critical activities. Following the project success, the team Competence Solutions (MTCS), asks the A certificate of competence is National finals where they were crowned champions. has gone on to set up their own science, question: “But how far do all these mandatory in the oil and gas industry for technology, engineering and maths (STEM) training programmes go in making many safety critical activities. Their fully THE TEAM ENGINEERING EDUCATION SCHEME HMN engineer and scheme mentor club at school, helping to inspire younger absolutely certain an individual is accredited competence schemes Adrian Jarvis said, “The students students and grow their passion for competent? It can be argued that provide an effective ‘Risk Management’ The team, comprising of students from The EES provides students the exceeded our expectations in developing engineering further as they look to pursue generic shore based training does help tool; whilst ensuring employers are fully the Brentwood Ursuline Convent High opportunity to work on commercial a product that solved a real problem for their learning at university next year. an individual in achieving competence, meeting their obligations of relevant School including Charlotte Buttery, projects within a range of engineering us, with the added bonus of winning the The ‘Tarminator’ itself has a bright however it does not necessarily safety legislation. Jahnina Queddeng, Alicia Trew and Abbie companies; a rare and powerful national award. It has been a pleasure future and is currently going through guarantee they are competent in the Cook, undertook a six-month engineering educational experience for the young working with the students who have a more rigorous product testing and context of the environment in which ESTABLISHING COMPETENCY project with the EES, a programme run adults from Brentwood Ursuline. Over developed many new skills and grown commercialisation process with the they work. REQUIREMENTS by education charity, the Engineering a six month period, the team designed, into confident young professionals. I view to it becoming a standard piece Development Trust. At the 2016 finals constructed and developed a tar cleaning wish them all well for their future in their of equipment on both HMN and Global PRESUMPTION MTCS are now in the process of speaking held at the Institute for Engineering and device known as the ‘Tarminator’ which chosen profession and would like to Marine vessels based across the globe. to the Offshore Renewable Industry to Technology in London on Wednesday 7th has been adopted by HMN and is personally thank Mr Dif, Head of Physics “There is often the presumption that by establish their competency requirements. September, the team was announced as expected to bring both time and cost at the school, and the students for their Global Marine Systems training an individual they will Richard concludes: “We have received the overall winners, surpassing over 260 savings during the maintenance of enthusiastic support.” automatically become competent! a number of positive responses from the schools from across the country. transatlantic communication cables. Training may include some element of industry and we are now inviting assessment, but this often takes place organisations to engage further with us, in a safe, controlled and non-contextual so that we may provide further insight environment. MTCS Competence into how our proven, fully accredited, SCAN/CLICK programmes, firmly established in the top-class, competence management HOTA: The Centre of Excellence oil and gas industry, make sure programmes can be used in managing candidates are assessed in the the construction and operation of for Nationally Approved Training workplace by trained and qualified, offshore windfarms.” occupationally competent supervisors.” MORE INFO • Offshore • RYA • Firefighting MTCS (UK) Ltd • Maritime • First Aid • Emergency Response • Renewable • Electrical • ERRV • Health & Safety ‘Providing Quality Training For Over 25 Years’

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HUMBER UPDATE MEETING THE NEEDS OF THE WIND ENERGY INDUSTRY The Grimsby Institute’s Engineering and Renewables Centre is ideally situated in the heart of Grimsby and in an excellent position to be a part of the UK’s Energy Estuary.

The Institute employs a team of industrially and Renewables Centre has seen experienced tutors who are continually much investment and offers some of updating their skills to understand the the most up-to-date training equipment needs of the ever-changing engineering and industry standard workshops in the sector. As part of their commitment to UK with learners able to access a fully learners and in order to meet the needs operational wind turbine demonstrator, of the wind industry they have spent a solar thermal systems, photovoltaic vast amount of time consulting with a equipment, ground and air source heat number of key employers within the wind pumps, bio-mass boilers and a fully energy sector to assess their training and operational rainwater harvesting system. development needs.

WORKING TOGETHER

The Institute works closely with the renewable energy industry, including THE INSTITUTE IS WELL developing offshore wind turbine operations and maintenance employers. POSITIONED AT THE HEART Dong Energy, the world leader in offshore OF THE ENERGY ESTUARY TO wind power have invested heavily in the Humber region and have been incredibly PROVIDE THE VERY BEST IN supportive in sharing their training needs TRAINING... and the types of professionals they are looking to recruit. As a result of the information from Dong Energy and the work carried out with other employers, it has allowed them QUALIFICATIONS their workforce. As part of the Institute’s EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES world class facility in order to meet the to identify the skills gaps in the industry provision they offer a number of expectations of the industry both locally ensuring they are providing the industry Neil Bainbridge, Grimsby Institute To enable existing engineers to upskill apprenticeships in engineering which There will be a number of employment and nationally. with learners who are fully equipped and Associate Principal, Advanced and meet the needs of the industry we are delivered at both the Nuns Corner opportunities in the region over the next work ready for careers in the wind sector. Technologies commented: are continually developing a range of site in Grimsby and the Centre for the 25 years particularly focusing on the Grimsby Institute “The Institute is well positioned at the appropriate qualifications for the wind Assessment of Technical Competence- maintenance of wind turbines for highly INDUSTRY SPECIFIC heart of the energy estuary to provide the industry such as operations maintenance Humber (CATCH) in Stallingborough. skilled electrical and mechanical engineers. LINKS AND INVESTMENT very best in training for the renewable on wind turbines, rope access training The industrial programme team sector. We are looking forward to an and relevant safety certificates. at CATCH are well placed on the FUTURE SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK The Grimsby Institute sits on the board of exciting future working with employers Humber bank to deliver Advanced the Grimsby Renewable Partnership and and have invested over ¼ million pounds APPRENTICESHIPS Apprenticeships including wind turbine With further investment planned in are members of Renewable UK, which in state-of-the-art equipment and maintenance apprenticeships which the future the institute aims to provide enables them to be at the forefront of any facilities in order to ensure the very best Apprenticeships are an effective way looking forward will be in much demand not only the very best of training and training requirements. The Engineering of service to industry.” for engineering companies to expand due to the region’s potential growth. teaching and learning but also to have a WEBSITE MORE INFO MORE INFO

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TRAINING IN COMPOSITES MANUFACTURE AND REPAIR SKILLS In March 2016, Hull College Group launched a new state-of-the-art Composites Training Centre and revealed plans for further investment to support the growth of key industries.

Over £1million has been invested to SIEMENS UNIQUE TRAINING convert the former construction skills facility in Hull into one of only a few The first customer to utilise the centre Hull College Principal Graham Towse centres in the UK specialising in training was Siemens, who are using the facilities said: “The training we provide at the in manufacturing and repair skills using to train their entire workforce for the centre is unique to the UK and has composite materials for the wind industry. new Hull 75 metre offshore wind turbine already played a vital part in delivering Composite materials are key to a blade factory. The centre houses a wind the skills to establish a world-class wind number of important and growing turbine ‘blade school which replicates, in power manufacturing operation in Hull. industries, such as wind power, miniature, the processes within the new “However, through further investment aerospace, automotive and marine. blade factory, and across a period of 14 in workshops and training spaces Hull College Group aim to expand the months, all 800 operational staff will have we intend to significantly expand our capabilities and portfolio to provide completed their first and second stage composites manufacturing training offer. training to organisations within the training in the facility. We are investing in a skills infrastructure caravan, boat, plastic forming and to support the growth of existing and roofing industries. Training available at the new businesses and the creation of Composites Centre in the lay-up and use skilled jobs.” of Epoxy Resin materials meets UK and Danish standards. Hull College Group

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MPI Offshore’s fleet of purpose-built offshore foundation and wind turbine installation vessels plus an experienced team make us a world leader in offshore wind installation.

SPECIALIST ENGINEERING TRAINING PROVIDER HETA (Humberside Engineering Training Association) is a not-for-profit charity ‘Group Training Association’

Established in 1967 by a group of The current model of employer INDUSTRY COMPETENT STANDARDS UPSKILLING DEVELOPMENT local companies to bridge the gap engagement and training delivery has between industry and education. HETA value in selected international markets The training company provide skilled HETA also offers a variety of industry standard as well as Exactly where is renowned as the leading engineering with particular emphasis on working engineering technicians qualified to bespoke courses designed to up-skill and retain existing training provider in the region. with existing local partners to deliver industry competent standard through members of staff which can be done in the UK or at an you need us The company’s expertise centres on an training and provide technical expertise apprenticeships in the following routes… international site. ability to understand the needs of a business on capacity building projects. MPI Workboats operate and to be able to design and deliver a • Electrical Maintenance These include… a fleet of high speed training solution to meet those needs. ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIP SCHEME • Mechanical Maintenance • Instrumentation • Electrical training crew transfer and offshore ASPECTS Advanced Apprenticeships, delivery • Fabrication & Welding • Mechanical training workboats - designed to is a key part of the UK’s drive to raise • Renewable Energy • Instrumentation training operate in the demanding There are essentially two aspects the standard of skills in young people. • Fabrication & welding training to the business… HETA offer a fully managed Advanced Their candidates have to undertake a • Health & Safety training environment for the Apprenticeship Scheme for a large client rigorous recruitment process in order to Offshore Wind Industry. • Upskilling of people already base ranging across a number of industry be considered by HETA thus ensuring a HETA in the workforce sectors including chemicals, ports, power quality outcome. • Recruitment and training of generation and distribution, renewables, apprentices who are about to enter oil & gas, manufacturing, good production +44 (0) 1642 742200 the labour market and many more. [email protected] www.mpi-offshore.com

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SHIPPING/CHARTERING… ONE STOP SOLUTION itself and the preferred route, it may be necessary to inform local police HUMBER UPDATE • Initial contact to discuss requirements, WWL ALS provides a one stop solution forces, authorities, county councils and including budgets, time-scale and any to transport requirements from point of many other interested parties such as special considerations manufacture to final destination! Railtrack or British Waterways. • Locate suitable port in exporting The company conducts all liaison country & make initial enquiries SPECIALIST SERVICES for the load and action any advice THE COMPLETE WIND to establish optimum port at or demands these authorities may destination in conjunction with a Over the years, WWL ALS has gained require. They will plan the route and suitable route to site an enormous amount of experience in all make arrangements with all relevant • Establish most cost effective method the specialist services that are required authorities, to ensure a speedy and TURBINE TRANSPORT SERVICE of shipment i.e. geared or gearless to move large and heavy loads. Permit effective movement. tonnage framed or crated shipment control, route planning, police escorts, the mounted or dismantled segments use of pilot cars, attendants and statutory POLICE ESCORTS FROM PORT TO SITE • Co-ordinate between ship and barge movement orders are all areas of in-house owners and manufacturers to ensure expertise. Every police force in the United Kingdom the optimum stowage arrangement will have a different policy towards the The ‘Ports/Marine’ Department is one is achieved on board the ship necessity for a proper police escort. Such aspect of WWL ALS’ Services. The • Arrange for marine survey of cargo escorts will require at least two days company acts as a vessel agent and also if required and full attendance to notification prior to the date of movement, provide a regular full contracted supervisory loading and discharging which does not include weekends or service for several clients which includes… • Loading of vessel under full WWL THE COMPANY IS bank holidays. WWL ALS will liaise ALS supervision, keeping all parties between the different police authorities • Ensuring RAMS & Test Certificates informed of progress throughout CURRENTLY HANDLING OVER and arrange a schedule of police escorts, are all in place/correct prior to 20 PROJECTS IN THE UK designed to complement your loads. discharge of vessel SITE MANAGEMENT… • Tool Box Talks signed off & IRELAND 2016 FOR ONE PILOT CARS/SECOND DRIVERS • Checking slings etc prior • Attend site meetings with MANUFACTURER AND OTHERS discharge/handling manufacturer and their client to The nature of the load may necessitate • H&S compliance during ops establish working practice and ON A CASE BY CASE BASIS the use of pilot cars in support of police • Cargo inspection/reporting required delivery schedule escorts, or equally the need for second • Compile full H&SE compliant risk drivers to undertake any manoeuvres MONITORING OF assessment and method statement en-route. Again each authority may HANDLING PROCEDURES for submission to the client and all insist upon a different level of movement operating parties support and the company can provide a The company provides ‘on the go’ • Agree sequence to achieve timely full support service that fulfils all current monitoring of handling procedures to discharge from vessel to quay and MOVEMENT PERMITS movement legislation. clients handling manuals during operation to delivery transport and produce handbook size manuals for • Co-ordinate deliveries to site in With the UK classification of ‘Abnormal’ STATUTORY MOVEMENT ORDERS clients, which are issued to stevedores, accordance with the site erection changing to meet the demands of the crane companies and others, as well requirements industry, keeping up with legislation and Loads exceeding 5.00 metres in width as reference copies which each of the • Maintain site delivery record the requirements of local police forces, will require a VR1 movement order issued company team members hold for use • Provide clients with a total debrief you need the services of a specialist who by the Highways Agency (formerly the during operations. and report understands the difficulties. The team Department of Transport in London). at WWL ALS will advise on all aspects Loads with larger dimensions may MARINE WARRANTY DELIVERY COORDINATION… of the necessary legal and statutory require a special movement order and & CARGO SURVEYOR notification process then go on to official approval. WWL ALS can advise • Organise and conduct a trial manage the process. on all documentation for both the United WWL ALS employ an independent run from discharge port to site The company employs an in-house Kingdom and Continental Europe and Marine Warranty & Cargo Surveyor, who foundation, based on component escort car/supervisor who is also slinger provide the entire liaison, support and is a member of the International Institute dimensions and trailer configurations banksman qualified, who oversees supervision necessary. Should the of Marine Surveying with over 35 CLIENT SERVICE DETAIL the entire port operation from Ex Hold, via • Liaise with statutory authorities escort services. removal of street furniture or obstructions years, experience who can identify and store to reloading to delivery vehicles and who need to be informed of any In addition, the company is registered be needed, the company can also oblige. recommend solutions to overcome those At the end of each vessel discharge, stock management and supervision of movements e.g. arranging for on ESDAL for movement permits, and determined by the survey, on machines WWL ALS supply a full surface condition/ any work/repairs in port. The team often street furniture removal carriageway provides a permit service for overseas WWL ALS in shipment and quay storage all over out turn report for components. supply the trailers/mafis in port to keep modifications and authorisations hauliers delivering or collecting cargo in UK. the world. For another client, the company is accountability in one place. • Liaise with police forces and He can carry out P+I work as well as given access to their internal file sharing local authorities along the routes ROUTE PLANNING cargo work for clients and insurance system, and the team upload all reports, COMPLETE DOOR/DOOR SERVICE arranging all necessary movement companies etc, and has been trained by photos and documentation directly to the permits and escort arrangements Route planning is critical to the success SCAN/CLICK a major wind turbine manufacturer, for project folders. WWL ALS offers a complete door/door • Appoint port/terminal operator, crane of all abnormal load movements, it is the example, to do fullcondition surveys of The company is currently handling over service comprising of full co-ordination contractor, and haulage contractor most visible and often most dangerous their components both at port & sites as 20 projects in the UK & Ireland 2016 for and management of all activities from • Discharge of vessel under full WWL point of the operation. If not planned well as being trained for working at height one manufacturer and others on a case manufacturers’ works to delivered site ALS supervision, keeping all parties correctly it can lead to major losses or on windfarms. by case basis. They also provide/procure foundations. informed of progress throughout legal action. Depending upon the load MORE INFO

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Hull Grimsby Ipswich Plymouth Barry Garston Silloth Goole King’s Lynn Southampton Newport Swansea Fleetwood Ayr Immingham Lowestoft Teignmouth Cardiff Port Talbot Barrow Troon SLIPWAY INVESTMENT www.abports.co.uk FOR GRIMSBY Grimsby Shipyard Services Ltd (GSS) is a £1.85m investment into the refurbishment of the existing slipway. It is significant that this project was supported by North East Lincolnshire Council who facilitated a 50% grant.

Both Port of Grimsby east and GSS SUPPORT FUTURE FOCUS are subsidiaries of Grimsby Fish Dock Enterprises Ltd who manage and operate The existing companies in and around Martyn Boyers, CEO of GFDE the Port. the slipway and NELC were all supportive commented: “This is an investment The slipway has been totally of the idea so the project was started. into the future of the Port of Grimsby restructured and the centre piece of the Clearly the offshore renewable sector is east and coincides perfectly with investment is the new 200t vessel hoist. well established in Grimsby which GFDE the expectation of more vessels. The original slipways were incredibly pioneered back in 2007. Both ports in The Siemens development in Hull, well built and engineered around 1930 Grimsby service offshore wind vessels the existing offshore activity in Port specifically to cater for the developing and the Humber itself is probably the of Grimsby east and the recent fishing trawler fleet. major hub in the UK. announcements from Dong Energy With recent changes in the with ABP in Grimsby, all underline the composition of vessels in dock from INDUSTRY FLEXIBILITY potential we have as an area. trawlers to offshore renewable, concerns “This investment is good for us, over the longevity of the existing slipway Grimsby, for years has been synonymous good for our Council and supports the facility and demands to keep pace with with fish and still have Grimsby Fish community. It is a real opportunity for the requirements of modern vessels, it Market, itself still thriving. However, there doing business.” was decided by GFDE Ltd to invest into is more than enough room for offshore a new facility. crew transfer vessels and support vessels Grimsby Shipyard Services Ltd enabling the provision of compatible facilities for both sectors.

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OFFSHORE WIND MILESTONE AT ALEXANDRA DOCK The first turbine blade has been manufactured at Siemens’ new wind power factory at ABP’s Port of Hull, marking the start of hundreds of blades to be produced for the offshore wind industry every year.

At an event held at Alexandra Dock, “In 2014, Alexandra Dock was simply global reputation for manufacturing and the first turbine blade was unveiled in a site with the potential to be a home technological excellence.” front of customers and guests, including to a world-class facility for wind power The wind power factory at Alexandra Secretary of State for Business, Energy manufacturing. Fast forward to today, Dock will manufacture turbine blades and Industrial Strategy, The Rt Hon Greg and with ABP’s £150m investment in for Siemens’ 7MW and next-generation Clark MP and Northern Powerhouse this joint venture, the Siemens site is a 8MW turbines. They will be among the Minister, Andrew Percy MP. thriving hub providing employment and first supplied to DONG Energy for the economic benefits to Hull and the entire Race Bank wind farm off the Norfolk and GREEN PORT HULL Humber region. Lincolnshire coast. “As we continue to promote ABP’s The Siemens factory is located at Green ports and the region as key players TRANSFORMATION Port Hull on the Port of Hull’s Alexandra in the Northern Powerhouse, we look Dock. Since 2014, there has been a forward to working with the sector to Construction on the Alexandra Dock only £310m investment into the site, including further transform the Humber into a hub started two years ago. In that time, the ABP’s contribution of £150m into for the offshore wind industry.” site has been transformed into a world- developing the land into a world-class class offshore wind hub which will employ hub for offshore wind manufacturing, WORLD-CLASS FACILITY up to 1,000 people. assembly and logistics. The Alexandra Dock site is still being Hull City Council Leader Cllr Steve Brady developed, with construction of a new INVESTMENT said: “With this world-class facility harbour for pre-assembly and load out coming fully into production, Hull will be of wind turbine components continuing ABP Director Humber Simon Bird said: firmly at the centre of a new industrial into 2017. “The first turbine blade which we have era as we embrace the opportunities of seen manufactured at Siemens’ factory the low-carbon economy. Associated British Ports at Alexandra Dock is the symbol of two “Importantly, hundreds of local years of hard work and investment by people will have high-quality Siemens, ABP and Hull City Council. employment within a company with a

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THINKING AHEAD HEALTH AND SAFETY HMF CRANES – NOW PART OF BOSTON ENERGY QUALITY SUPPORT FOR This ability to think around the corner As a people business, understanding is has seen not just a client and supplier key to a safe working environment and HMF Cranes has been operational in the service agreement – but the development successful output. Boston Energy are wind industry for over 10 years, focusing on OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE of a trusting partnership with a mutual committed at every level in the business the supply, installation, service and inspection goal of safety, excellence and maximum to understand, communicate and deliver of wind turbine nacelle service cranes, lifting We introduce Boston Energy, our sponsor for this feature who are dedicated to the delivery of commercial renewable generation. to client expectations. equipment and parts/consumables. They energy solutions using renewables. Adrian Yeaman, Operations Manager takes up the story… A successful example of co- also have a dedicated training department, operation and enhanced service specialising in the supply of bespoke training, delivery was when we asked a client tailored for the wind industry. OVERVIEW • Recruitment and temporary labour RECRUITMENT what would improve their day to day The team currently inspect, service and services to meet workflow peaks operations, both in terms of safety, maintain equipment in over 1800 wind Boston Energy is a division of Bostonair, • Reskilling/cross-skilling of The company recruit and train output and economy. Supervision was turbines for many clients, across the full who with the parent group supply engineers through client approved candidates from mechanical and BOSTON ENERGY HAVE seen as the crux of the problem, with range of wind turbine manufacturers, engineers to the aviation and turbine technical training courses and to electrical backgrounds. These can be COMMITTED TO TRAINING valuable resources being detailed to both in offshore and onshore locations maintenance industries. GWO standards drawn from heavy or light mechanical, ACROSS A BROAD RANGE OF support technicians who could not throughout Europe. From the beginning, personnel from our • Maintenance - applying practices commercial electrical, military work autonomously due to lack of highly skilled aviation based workforce from airline O&M to windfarm O&M engineering, aeronautical or other heavy TURBINE TYPES... internal approvals. STANDARDS were selected and trained to Siemens • Turnkey construction projects onshore mechanical industries. We believe this for the O&M activities associated with and support to our renewables broad approach brings a wide range of WORKING TOGETHER HMF engineers are fully certified to all wind turbines. This gave Boston Energy division for solar PV projects skills, experience, maturity, flexibility and European standards and are highly the ability to support Operations and • V164 pre-assembly with MVOW and a ‘can-do’ attitude that identifies Boston Boston Energy worked with this customer experienced including wind turbine Maintenance with quality engineering 6MW pre-assembly with Siemens Energy as delivering services at a level to to determine the processes needed, ‘authorised’ technician status for support from the onset and has proved a • Managed service contracts onshore exceed expectations. additional training and how to involve turbine access, egress, take-over and great success at site level support. including troubleshooting With a continuous improvement RECRUITMENT STRATEGIES the technicians, ultimately achieving the handover procedures. • Independent inspection and service focus Boston Energy have committed competency approval and a reduction The engineers carry out regular inspection, CROSS SKILLING including testing, repairs and to training across a broad range of Good recruitment strategies can mean at site level of supervisors required. This service, maintenance and testing to ensure certification of… turbine types, developing core service the difference to short term or long term net effect allowed the customer to re- wind turbine equipment continues to operate The vision of cross-skilling gave Boston ºº Lifting equipment; service competencies and working towards staff retention. Placing technicians close distribute key figures to other critical tasks safely and reliably, to safeguard minimum Energy the flexibility to respond to the crane, winches, hoists & rope lift involvement in construction roles. to home provides continuity, flexibility and save cost on planned manpower downtime and ensure clients’ wind turbine increasingly competitive and dynamic equipment Within the last 18 months, the company and a reassurance from our clients that budgets per site. The success of this equipment is always compliant and within market in which our customers operate. ºº Eye/anchor bolt inspection, has taken over service managed O+M along with their principle of delivering back approval procedure showed that we international regulatory requirements. fall arrest/man safe system contracts for UK onshore WTG assets into the local community, we value and could deliver technicians at a higher Boston Energy’s services to the energy inspection, fall arrest system and delivered a broad range of service work towards the same goals. We train level, at speed and to good cost, gaining industry span multiple areas… inspection & certification and troubleshooting support, assisting our extensively bringing new opportunities and additional roles as a direct result of our SCAN/CLICK (planned ongoing) European client with the implementation of exciting new careers to engineers from all proactive approach to the problems. Adrian Yeaman ºº Man riding lifting equipment UK legislative training courses and Health walks of life. We value the lifeblood of our Operations Manager (planned ongoing) and Safety protocols for use by their staff business – our technicians – and we are Boston Energy when working in the UK. able to see them not just as employees, but as family providers and dedicated people. MORE INFO

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Rotos 360 was established REDUCING THE in 2013 to exploit the technology development through a UK Government COST OF O&M funded research project. The aim of this research was to reduce the cost of operation and maintenance on offshore wind turbines. As a result a large gap was identified in the O&M field where expertise could be utilised across the industry, offering customers the opportunity to make great savings in lost turbine down time as well as protecting their assets for years to come. Rotos 360 uses the latest technological innovation to provide solutions in the inspection, repair and reconditioning of rotor blades in both onshore and offshore environments. The company has successfully completed projects throughout the UK and Europe, in both onshore and offshore environments using the Rotos 360 UV repair process, which was awarded DNV GL Certification in 2014.

REPAIR PROCESS THE PERFECT LOCATION This method significantly reduces the Grimsby is proving the perfect location for offshore service provider CWind amount of time needed for curing a repair, enabling many more repairs to be carried out in comparison with a standard wet lay-up system across a set timescale. HUMBER BEGINNINGS several of its projects from its Grimsby REACHING ACROSS THE CHANNEL It also gives customers the option to premises. Stef Callis, General Manager have their technician carry out repairs In 2014, the successful management (Grimsby) commented: “This location is When it comes to operations, there aren’t on a 24 hour basis, further reducing of a CWind project in the Humber area perfect for us. It has good access for many service projects the staff at their time off line. required the establishment of a project our vessels and ample storage facilities Grimsby office aren’t involved. While office in Grimsby Fish Docks. What was which not only allows us to provide a the company is putting plans in place to SYSTEM DETAIL… then the company’s first satellite office, wide range of offshore services, but expand its local operational capabilities consisting of a Project and a Site Manager will also support us with our future in Germany, it’s worth noting that the • Working Temperatures – can be WORKFORCE endeavours to emphasise that they are in a temporary structure, has since turned expansion plans.” majority of these projects are currently run between 5 to 30 degrees centigrade the most important part of the company into a major operational hub for CWind. The most high-profile of the services from the Grimsby office. • Fast Curing – up to 25 times faster The worforce is at the heart of the and in return they have a dedicated The company currently coordinates its CWind provides from Grimsby is no With the expected increase in than Epoxy curing company. From the management workforce offering the highest levels of services to nine offshore windfarms from doubt the 20-year Operations and construction and O & M services over • Clean Materials – no toxic vapour team through to the technicians on the service and quality. its Grimsby office, employing around 150 Maintenance (O&M) contract for the the next few years, the focus for CWind emitted during curing ground, they value each individual’s contractors and staff. Large windfarms Westermost Rough OFTO (Transmission in Grimsby is clear… local solutions, with efforts in building the company. All of Rotos 360 off the Humber coast, such as Humber Capital), which was awarded earlier this local staff for local projects – based on CUTTING EDGE TECHNOLOGY their expertly trained teams are managed Gateway, Lincs and Westermost Rough year. Under this contract, the company experience gained Europe wide. by a properly trained Supervisor with are obviously a central focus for the team. provides the full range of O&M services With the company’s new blade bubble and extensive industry experience. for the offshore and onshore substations. CWind leading edge armour (patents pending) Rotos 360 prides itself in their ability SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK MARINE CONTROL CENTRE GRIMSBY Since its acquisition by Global Marine coming to the market, along with their to provide quality management systems earlier this year, the company now has world leading UV repair system, Rotos 360 in cooperation with the needs of clients Earlier in 2016 the company established access to larger vessels, such that it can is continuing to introduce cutting edge and are also committed to offering its first marine control hub and now runs also add a range of cable repair services. technology to the wind industry to bring the best working environment and the vessel and fleet management for down customer’s O&M costs. conditions for employees. The company MORE INFO BROCHURE PLAY VIDEO

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DATE Their work along the East Coast includes DRIVING DOWN COSTS providing Dong Energy with load out HUMBER UPDATE coordination of Monopiles and transition The rate of change in offshore windfarm pieces at Race Bank (presently under construction is rapid. With sites being GLOBAL LEADER construction), as well as cable installation built further from shore, there is an Client Reps. In 2014/15 they provided industry-wide emphasis on driving THE RATE OF deck supervision for the installation of down costs without compromising CHANGE IN OFFSHORE MHIVestas WTG’s at Humber Gateway, on health and safety. Consequently, IN PROVIDING and Client Reps for the Westermost marine coordination has never been so WINDFARM CONSTRUCTION Rough WTG installation. important as a means to control costs IS RAPID. and ensure efficiency. SPECIALIST SUCCESSFUL WORKING Good marine coordination provides RELATIONSHIPS 24-7 logistical planning, operation and management of the personnel on the PERSONNEL The company have also supplied site project. For example, SMC utilise a supervision to Yorkshire Water with taxi system for crew transfer vessels, the installation of a 1.2 km outfall pipe, which minimises fuel costs and reduces Specialist Marine Consultants Ltd (SMC) is a global as part of a £40 million investment to transfer times, thereby increasing uptime O&M TECHNICIANS leader in providing specialist personnel to the improve water quality at Bridlington’s on the WTG. Offshore Renewable Energy industry. Based on the beaches, and personnel at Teesside and SMC’s relationship with Siemens was Looking to the future, the company North Yorkshire coast, SMC are ideally placed to Blyth windfarms. pivotal in the shaping of SMC’s ATLAS has added Turbine Technicians to their They enjoy a long and successful marine coordination system, which was portfolio of skilled personnel. As more supply their expertise to the Humber region. working relationship with Siemens honed through daily use on Siemens windfarms become fully commissioned, Windpower, one of the key investors at projects. SMC now offer the system the requirement for experienced local Green Port Hull, having provided Marine as part of their marine coordination technicians will grow. This strengthens Coordination for them on numerous UK service to all clients. The ATLAS the company’s service offering to the offshore windfarms since 2012. Siemens’ system provides essential reports and growing offshore energy industry in the investment in a new wind turbine real-time data, tracking all personnel Humber region. production facility in Hull has made them and vessel movements. a major employer in the region. Specialist Marine Consultants Ltd

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HUMBER UPDATE CASE STUDY PROTOTYPE WIND Skyform Wind are experts in Statutory TURBINE Inspection for many OEM’s in respect to TMSE, Lifts and Cranes etc. PROJECT Our works takes us across Europe satisfying compliance with more than 3sun Group, provider of products and PROVIDING ONE-STOP- services to the global energy industry, 2000 WTG’s. supported an innovative project in which they undertook operations and SHOP EXPERTISE maintenance (O&M) services on a prototype wind turbine, following a The company performs inspection for over two years now and the client is previous successful commission and and service on turbine mounted safety delighted that they no longer have to rely installation by their own personnel. equipment (TMSE), including lifts, cranes on multiple organisations working multiple The Group has been providing services and pressure systems etc. within the shift patterns engaging with multiple to the wind sector since 2008, and WTGs and have strategic partnerships key contacts to perform the varying has grown to make renewable energy with key manufacturers of assets inspection works required under LOLER/ services a core focus, providing solutions requiring this level of maintenance which PUWER/PSSR etc. for customers’ assets from design and allows them to have the expertise in the With Skyform Wind that headache has engineering through to installation, works and also perform repairs without been removed and the team of engineers commissioning and maintenance. the need for a re-visit. visit the WTG’s with a strategy of works that ensures compliance and reliability. ONE-STOP-SHOP Centrica have noticed a significant cost reduction via this methodology and it is This scope is truly the ‘one stop shop’ no coincidence that productivity levels at 3SUN GROUP WAS and the company’s experience in this LID have increased dramatically over the A KEY SUPPLIER OF is significant with many customers last 2 years and the company takes some and windfarms onshore and offshore pleasure that the works they perform LABOUR AND ENGINEERING MANAGING UNPREDICTABLE CHALLENGES across Europe satisfied with their have in some way had a little impact on SUPPORT DURING THE engineers diligence and eagerness to this increased output. Due to the nature of working with a prototype turbine, it was leave the turbine in a fit state for the CONSTRUCTION... essential to ensure a robust, safe system of work was in blades to continue turning but knowing SAFETY CULTURE place. The Group utilised the wealth of experience held by its compliance is assured with the assets technicians and on-site personnel to overcome unpredictable they have inspected. The team at site engage regularly with challenges that arise from new, innovative technology. Statutory Inspection, the excellent contractor safety culture 3sun Group was a key supplier of labour and engineering OEM RELATIONSHIPS embodied and they feel this approach is PRINCIPAL CONTRACTOR support during the construction phase and utilised the same Blade Inspection and Repairs. industry leading and also believe the ripple personnel for the commissioning and operational phases, which Over the last 10years Skyform has proven effect of it is now being felt elsewhere. The Group was the principal O&M retained valuable asset knowledge. The Group also supplied to be the recognised industry leader on contractor for the project and also provided statutory inspection and certification management services for its wind turbines man-riding equipment/ BRIGHT FUTURE a site based management team including specialist PPE, tooling and lifting equipment required for the project. Fully trained. towerhoists and provides commissioning, Site Manager, Commissioning Manager, service and maintenance works on these The company continues to expand and HSE Coordinator and Site Supervisors. SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION for all the main manufacturers. Their their forecast for growth strategy remains 3sun Group provided a central contact Fully accredited. relationship with the OEMs of these strong for the coming years and beyond. for all documentation and information The O&M of the prototype turbine was successfully completed assets remains strong and they take which was readily available for the client with the support and expert service capabilities of the Group. comfort in the knowledge that experts are Skyform Scotland Ltd when necessary, and allowed the client servicing their products to assure industry to ensure its technicians performed 3sun Group of the reliability of the product. operations safely and efficiently. The SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK documentation provided by the client and SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK REAL WORLD TESTIMONIAL subcontractors was also reviewed and authorised to ensure compliance with site Skyform have been performing the procedures and a control and awareness ‘one-stop-shop’ scope with Centrica of concurrent activities between all MORE INFO BROCHURE MORE INFO LINKEDIN TWITTER at Lynn and Inner Dowsing Windfarm relevant parties. www.skyformwind.co.uk

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Eazy Rooms was established early 2015 to provide quality serviced CASE STUDY 1 accommodation solutions tailored to 1 YEAR ROLLING CONTRACT their clients’ needs and they have grown to becoming the ‘go to’ provider for A large contractors for the Siemens project approached the company with a corporate accommodation requirements requirement for their full team to have quality, en-suite accommodation. They pride due to their increasing list of blue themselves on their company ethics and their staff, therefore they wanted to make chip clients and reputation for great sure they had the accommodation that reflected that. They didn’t want to be based in service. Having identified a gap in the B&B facilities, checking out every weekend and taking all their belongings to and fro. corporate let market, the company Based on their brief, Eazy Rooms offered them a brand new development created solutions for large corporates, situated in Hull’s Old Town. A beautiful restoration with high ceilings, original features contractors, apprentices, training and plenty of space with a super modern fit out. With 12 individual large en-suite providers and management alike. bedrooms over 3 floors and a fully fitted out, well equipped spacious kitchen as well as a smaller, separate kitchen area, car parking and a large communal lounge, it FLEXIBILITY fitted their needs completely. They loved it and took the whole building!

From one night stays to short term and longer term rentals, their ‘Home from The feedback has been incredible. The Home’ approach ensures every one of superb price certainly does not reflect the Nikki Blowers, Director CASE STUDY 2 their guests experience a welcoming LOCATIONS 11 MONTH ROLLING CONTRACT & 18 WEEK ROLLING package and the level of service offered. and homely environment. Corporate CONTRACT – BOTH IN THEIR 2ND YEAR The company remain on call for any accommodation solutions are their Offering complete accommodation additional needs or any issues that may specialty and pride themselves on solutions across three sites based in or The company looks after a number of younger apprentices through their partnership arise and are taking on more staff to create customer service & building long lasting within close proximity to Hull city centre with HETA and now have regular clients with two large companies in particular with the right solution to fit client timescales. relationships. The company works and set to expand into other areas very 17 guys in total. hard to offer a flexible and manageable soon, increasing numbers of companies As part of their package they offer chef cooked breakfasts as well as a packed MAKING A DIFFERENCE experience for both corporate clients within the wind industry are choosing Eazy lunch made fresh each morning. Their guys head off over the Humber Bridge and and their valued staff. Eazy Rooms is the Rooms to accommodate their workforce. arranged transport services collects them at 7.15 a.m. prompt each weekday and Eazy Rooms really can make a great stress free solution to cover every need. collects them at 4pm prompt to return back to Eazy Rooms where they can relax difference to the time spent in Hull. FACILITIES and play pool, head to their rooms which have been cleaned and serviced each day The company wants to enhance the SERVICES INCLUDE… or even take to the gym before dinner. experience clients and their staff have Every room offered is created with client The chef is on site to prepare two course dinner, fresh each evening which by providing quality accommodation • Packages tailored to needs in mind. Therefore, a luxury en- includes drinks. The company prides itself on using the best quality, locally sourced at affordable rates and really aiming to budget & needs suite is a must, along with TV in every ingredients and create the evening meal menus to the groups’ dietary requirements exceed a client’s expectations in terms of • High standard of accommodation room, large bed, hotel standard linen, and their preferences. value for money. including on site security & live in superfast Wi-Fi, well equipped communal They strive to work with companies to attendants areas (some including pool table and maximise your profitability in providing • All inclusive of bills including on site gymnasium as well as superb HYBRID SOLUTION EVERY DETAIL COVERED early, so an Eazy Rooms chef attends the excellent accommodation solutions TV & Wi-Fi outdoor facilities) and well thought out, house every weekday morning to rustle up without blowing the budget. • Hassle free & reliable fully equipped, modern kitchen facilities. Solutions are the hybrid between staying The house has everything included – hot breakfasts of their choice and lays out • Flexible housekeeping option Many companies want to accommodate in expensive hotels and renting out pots, pans, crockery, cutlery, dishwasher, the cereal, toast, coffee, juices etc. Anything Eazy Rooms • Quality added extras including meals their staff together, rather than in separate properties which can be full of hassle, wine cooler, multiple fridge freezers they need! And all then cleared away and provision, on site chef, transport houses or flats therefore teams are time consuming and very pricey. All and cooking facilities, large eating area, cleaned for their arrival home that night. SCAN/CLICK solutions and essential toiletries grouped together and the company has accommodation is fully inclusive of bills. private rooms with TV’s and a super large The weekly servicing package cleans • All live in attendants DBS checked worked on a number of solutions where Any extras are all agreed, sourced and flat screen TV with SKY and a pool/table through all the rooms and changes • Short or long term packages companies have taken multiple rooms, arranged in advance which means one tennis table in the main lounge. linen, towels and replaces all bathroom • Last minute requirements catered for which works well. bill, each month with no hidden extras. The company asked for a cooked essentials as well as a thorough clean of • 24/7 maintenance service breakfast package as the guys started the communal areas. MORE INFO

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HUMBER UPDATE PRIME LOCATION PROVIDING SUSTAINABLE ON THE HUMBER With one of the most enviable postcodes on the Humber bank, The LEGAL SOLUTIONS Ashbourne Hotel really is in a prime location for business travellers Wilkin Chapman Solicitors established their specialist renewable energy division in 2011 to meet the in the area. growing regional demand for renewable energy related services. Close enough to the key players well as hosting various business events The team go above and beyond to make located on the river Humber, yet set in a and planning hearings, the hotel is well their guests feel welcome; the high level of picturesque village location, it provides attuned to the business needs of the repeat business is testament to this. The firm has a number of its branches a haven of tranquillity for short or long large corporate firms. located in the Humber region which has term residential stays, with all the home FACILITIES become a specialist hub for the offshore comforts one expects to miss out on FLEXIBLE ACCOMMODATION renewable sector. whilst working away. For food lovers too, you’re in for a treat, All this and no long commute in However, scratch the surface, and you with the Ashbourne’s kitchen team INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE the morning makes for an enjoyable quickly realise the hotel is anything but constantly striving to provide fresh, locally experience away from home. a large, faceless hotel. With a close produced dishes to suit all tastes. Since this time the division has grown to knit team on hand to cater to your The Ashbourne is no stranger to a team of ten multi-disciplinary specialists INDUSTRY FOCUS every whim, from flexibility on check the European travellers either; with all from agriculture, corporate, construction in and check out times as well as rooms containing at least one European and commercial property departments This is why at most times at The breakfast arrangements for those on electrical socket due to the large who have accumulated a wealth of Ashbourne, with a large contingent from early schedules (for those that can’t be Danish contingent, as well as free wifi experience and knowledge, and have a the wind energy and petrochemical tempted to stay for the hearty, freshly throughout the hotel, and free car parking proven track record of realised renewable sectors there will always be someone cooked options!) to providing packed – you will have access to all the modern energy projects. Wind related projects to chat with at the bar. The hotel also lunches, right down to remembering your conveniences required during your stay. have played a significant part in the runs a lot of Able UK’s conferences as favourite dish on the menu. development of the division. Ashbourne Hotel Support to the onshore wind energy sector includes providing advice on all legal aspects relating to the purchase, installation, financing and re-financing of commercial wind turbines. The firm has advised on over 60 onshore windfarm Richard Frogson projects ranging from single turbines through to multi-landowner projects of generate electricity to supply 800,000 response to the proposals from multiple 15-40 megawatts. average UK homes per year. landowners. In this we worked jointly with The offshore cabling is being dealt the NFU and the Lincolnshire Association with by The Crown Estate granting the of Agricultural Valuers to ensure that developers a time limited lease of the sea landowners’ interests were heard at each bed. However, the project also proposes stage of the project.” Reduce costs to lay electrical cables onshore in a circa 60km long 60m wide easement strip IN-DEPTH UNDERSTANDING across Lincolnshire. THE FIRM HAS ADVISED A project on this scale affects The firm has also been involved in acting Minimise risk significant numbers of landowners and for multiple landowners and tenants in ON OVER 60 ONSHORE Wilkin Chapman were instructed to relation to other nationally significant WINDFARM PROJECTS... provide advice on a variety of legal issues offshore wind energy projects including arising out of the proposed easement and Smartwind, Hornsea Project One, Hornsea Improve effi ciency construction works. These issues related Project Two and the Humber Gateway. to property, environmental, planning, Wilkin Chapman has an in depth Leading marine management and monitoring system, agricultural occupancy structures, understanding of the requirements reinstatement of drainage systems, from the perspective of landowners, SeaPlanner eff ectively integrates project information subsidy payments paid to farmers under developers, investors or suppliers and are to optimise safety and effi ciency. the Common Agricultural Policy, access able to respond to evolving legislation. OFFSHORE WIND – CASE STUDY terms for carrying out surveys and disturbance claims. Wilkin Chapman Solicitors ■ PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT ■ TRACKING & SURVEILLANCE In relation to offshore wind projects, ■ MARINE COORDINATION ■ COMMUNICATIONS the firm has recently advised multiple COMMUNICATION significant landowners in relation to ■ HSE ■ ASSET RISK MANAGEMENT the onshore cabelling proposed for the Commenting on the project, Head of Triton Knoll windfarm which is being Renewables, Richard Frogson said, +44 (0)1243 816 606 ■ [email protected] ■ www.searoc.com constructed 20 miles off the coast “One of the main challenges for the firm of Lincolnshire. The windfarm could has been producing a co-ordinated

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The two organisations hosted an event be of growing interest as offshore wind There are some natural synergies between the sectors, which recently to provide advice and support on developments move further offshore into provide a real advantage for subsea companies looking to market entry requirements, diversification deeper waters. expand their presence in multiple energy markets. strategies and the associated challenges. “The offshore wind industry is focused on innovating to reduce The event also welcomed companies TECHNOLOGY ROADMAP costs, giving subsea companies the chance to introduce new with experience in the offshore wind technology and products to the industry. Diversifying into industry to provide an insight into The ideas generated from the workshop renewables provides greater resilience for companies and those the market challenges and barriers. have allowed NSRI to create a technology who take an early lead will reap the benefits. These included a need to prove cost roadmap. These ideas have been “The return on investment for renewable projects can be competitiveness or reduction and a grouped using an adopt, adapt, develop achieved significantly quicker than those in the oil and gas sector, proactive, innovative approach that does and collaborate principle, setting out the representing a natural, highly profitable diversification strategy. THE HUMBER ROYAL HOTEL not dictate other industry methods. short, medium and long term activities We hope this report, along with the technology roadmaps will Here at the Humber Royal hotel we pride ourselves in a that will help progress the development of help guide companies through the steps required to break into quality environment with exceptional customer service O&M REQUIREMENTS subsea technology for widespread use in the offshore wind industry, highlighting the entry routes and the to each of our guests. With great bedrooms, bar and the offshore wind sector. The report also opportunities most accessible to the UK supply chain.” restaurant all with a comfortable and contemporary feel. Around 40 percent of the typical lifecycle highlights opportunities for operators, 01472 240024 • www.thehumberroyalhotel.co.uk Gordon Drummond costs of offshore windfarm developments developers, academia and the wider GRASPING THE OPPORTUNITY come from O&M requirements. Based on industry to work together to break down Titled ‘Subsea Technological Challenges UK Government projections for offshore barriers and bring about positive change. Jamie McCallum, Project Engineer at NSRI, has been heavily in Offshore Wind’, the report highlights wind deployment, the O&M costs for involved in exploring the opportunities in offshore renewables for opportunities the offshore wind industry more than 5,500 turbines could be worth EXCITING NEW UK supply chain companies. holds for UK subsea companies, with a £2billion per annum by 2025. BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES He said: “Companies experienced in ROV operations, technology roadmap outlining the way Given the UK industry’s existing IRM subsea construction and IRM need to jump into action and ahead with industry-driven objectives. capability, companies could break into the Commenting on the report, Dr Gordon adapt their offerings now if they are to meet the needs of the offshore wind market by offering individual Drummond, project director of NSRI sector and drive long-term growth. The largest opportunity for MILLFIELDS HOTEL 53 Bargate, Grimsby, DN34 5AD ENCOURAGING DIVERSIFICATION services such as automated inspection, said: “Offshore renewables is a growing the UK subsea supply chain is operations and maintenance. Millfields is a 27 ensuite bedroom hotel close to the retail and cable scour inspection, condition market which presents exciting new “Europe is most definitely leading the way in offshore wind. commercial centre of Grimsby. With a wide range of leisure With global offshore wind expenditure monitoring, remote monitoring, increased business opportunities for the UK However, China, Japan and the USA are growing markets, facilities including a fully air conditioned gym, squash courts, forecast to reach £210billion over the next turbine access and risk based inspection. supply chain. While fossil fuels are which present a host of opportunities for UK firms over the sauna & steam room and an aromatherapist. Bargate 53 ten years, NSRI and Offshore Renewable In time, these services could be bundled expected to continue dominating the next five to 10 years.” restaurant & brasserie and fully licenced bar. We are also the Energy (ORE) Catapult joined forces to deliver a full life-of-field offering. 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HUMBERUNCOMPROMISING UPDATE SAFETY AND COMFORT IN MULTI-PROTECTIVE WORKWEAR RANGE MASCOT, a Danish company is one of the largest privately owned manufacturers of workwear in Europe. They supply workwear & safety footwear to the Humber and beyond. Their garments are sold into a multitude of industries from offshore windfarms to local DIY stores.

PROTECTION, FUNCTION Industry-tested before production, it took AND COMFORT more than 18 months to develop the range. One of the most time-consuming The company is focusing on users phases –but also the most important demands in their daily work, both the one – was the wearer trial period in users in the Humber and the rest of which MASCOT’s product development Europe. Lately they have developed department sent workwear to work a new range, focusing on protection, throughout Europe. function and comfort for users who have high demands for their workwear. ONSITE TESTING For many years, multi-protective clothing has almost exclusively been Employees of utilities and of the gas, designed to protect the wearer against oil and electricity industries have tested external elements such as arcs, sparks, the safety workwear in their daily work. etc., and it still has to do so. But, in Through the testing period, they have this range of protective clothing more continually provided feedback and than just safety has been paramount in suggestions to eventual changes. For the development process. The internal example, user suggestions led to an comfort, ergonomic fit that allows a improved position of the ruler pocket that greater mobility, and functionality such as greatly influenced the overall comfort of pockets, straps and adjustment options the workwear. The test wearers were tired have also been brought into focus. of their workwear having ruler pockets that were placed too far back on the leg, which shrinkage to wear resistance and tensile MULTI-PROTECTIVE CLOTHING over time. Four products are intended TESTING BEFORE PRODUCTION meant they sat on their tools. strength” added Michael and stressed as inner layers: a t-shirt, a sweatshirt, a Another could feel the tools every time that the right fabric benefits the wearers. It is especially those that work within the long-sleeved functional undershirt and a Optimally, workwear should be he would kneel or squat. The company The company is using a 100% ‘inherent’ storage and distribution of energy (gas, pair of functional underwear. All four are tested in the workplace before it is had a long dialogue with the certification fabric, where it is the fibres the fabric is wind, electric and oil) industries that are antistatic, flame retardant and sewn with put in production and the company’s institute and found a solution that could made of that contain the flame retardant now using multi-protective clothing. These flame retardant thread. MULTISAFE products are no exception. not only comply with the certification properties. This means that the flame employees are often outside and close The result is a range thoroughly tested demands, but also meet the criteria of the retardant properties do not fade after to running machinery and trucks. As TESTING IN EXTREME CONDITIONS products with uncompromising safety, users, as the improvements considerably repeated washing. This can be the case such, the clothing may also need to be functionality and design. increased comfort during all movements. with products where the flame retardant windproof, waterproof and breathable, as The MULTISAFE range is tested under “MASCOT’s focus is to provide our properties are applied to the surface. well as fluorescent with reflectors. In the extreme conditions during the Patagonia customers with protective wear in which FLAME RETARDANT WORKWEAR More people choose multi-protective range there is a winter jacket and winter expedition in a remote corner of Chile. they not only feel safe, but also are able workwear. It is not everyone that needs trousers, each of which is approved to no The fluorescent clothing is approved to to forget that they are wearing. You Flame retardant multi-protection certified anti-static, acid resistant and less than nine different standards. EN ISO 20471. In addition, the products rarely notice clothing when everything workwear concurrent with the industry flame retardant workwear that also The range also includes fluorescent are equipped with even more reflective SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK works. It supports the body’s natural wearer trials, MASCOT’s own laboratories protects against arc and occasional work trousers, bib & brace and a work tape than the norm prescribes. All the movements and holds the proper were working feverishly to find the fabric welding. But, more and more industries jacket, all of which, in addition to the fluorescent products hold the chemical functions and well-placed pockets,” that had just the right combination of are becoming aware of how the proper usual standards, are treated with a certification EN 13034. states Sales Director UK and Ireland, properties. “More than 40 different types workwear can reduce the risks of certain stain-resistant coating to keep the Michael Tottman. of fabric were tested for everything from types of injuries. fluorescent clothing clean and thus visible MASCOT MORE INFO PLAY VIDEO

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A2SEA value to your themselves have developed. is busy preparing to bring two jack-up business vessels to the river for the first time to The combination of local knowledge and skills with A2SEA’s DENMARK start offshore construction works. track record and experience across Europe, promises to bring benefits to both these projects and the local community In Denmark and other European countries, PROJECTS based on around the Humber. the law is based on a codified civil system which is much more centred around the The Danish company has successfully POTENTIAL rules set by the state, with less law- secured two projects for 2017 which will making power given to the courts. on specific jurisdictional interpretation of load out wind turbine components from The company sees significant potential for the Humber If you are looking for expertise you can trust from The UK’s current membership of the these terms. the newly constructed Siemens Green and the surrounding region to become a key element in a team who are focussed on achieving your objectives, our friendly, experienced solicitors are EC has added a third layer of European Port Hull facility on the Humber. the success not only of current projects but also the wider here to help you. Contact the team today. law which is principally a codified system, GETTING IT RIGHT The first of these projects will be the success of future offshore wind projects planned for the United but which is then translated into the laws 402MW Dudgeon offshore windfarm Kingdom east coast. Hull Office York Office Grimsby Office of the member states and interpreted by As well as getting the law right and using for Statoil, Masdar and Statkraft, T: +44 (0)1482 325 242 T: +44 (0)1904 275 250 T: +44 (0)1472 267 770 the courts of the member state, with any the appropriate international contracts, which is scheduled to start for A2SEAs A2SEA www.andrewjackson.co.uk [email protected] final say being reserved to the European it is also useful if parties can call upon SEA CHALLENGER vessel in early Court of Justice (ECJ). networks of other professional advisers January 2017 and will be the first such as accountants, bankers, agents commercial load out of components INTERNATIONAL TRADE and so on. from the Siemens quay at Alexandra Unfortunately, sometimes things do go Dock. Although there are a number International commerce has, over a wrong, and again most of the standard of firsts associated with this project, period of time, built up customs and international contracts provide for dispute the very experienced team which SEA practices which help to smooth out the resolution. In most cases, London is CHALLENGER brings with her to deliver differences between these legal systems. still recognised as the leading centre for the project will ensure smooth sailing. International trade is assisted by a series dispute resolution whether via the Courts The second of the projects will be 58 of pre-defined commercial terms known or arbitration/mediation routes. Many MW race bank offshore windfarm for as INCOTERMS, which are published by jurisdictions have a regional bar meaning DONG Energy, which will again load out the International Chamber of Commerce only lawyers in the area around the court components from the Siemens facility (ICC) and allow parties across the world in question can practice there. In England, with, SEA CHALLENGER’s sister vessel, to trade on one set of familiar terms. there is no such restriction so parties to SEA INSTALLER. These two projects will a dispute can choose to have lawyers run in parallel through the summer of 2017 SHIPPING outside London to conduct any disputes and if the programme allows, promise to at less than City of London legal rates. be quite a sight to behold if they are both In shipping circles, many vessel in the Humber at the same time. transactions and charters are governed Andrew Oliver by the Baltic and International Maritime Head of Renewable Energy LOCAL SUPPLY CHAIN BENEFITS Council (BIMCO) forms which again provide Andrew Jackson Solicitors even-handed commercial terms upon (Admiralty Solicitors Group member) Throughout the planning phase for these which parties can contract with confidence. two projects over the past 18 months, It is essential that parties doing SCAN/CLICK A2SEA has recognised the potential business across borders have access benefits of utilising a local supply chain to legal advice and assistance from to support their work on the Humber. lawyers that are knowledgeable about By working with the Green Port Hull the use of such contracts and who organisation, Team Humber Marine have an established network of lawyers MORE INFO Alliance and UK Trade & Investment, across different countries able to advise they have established a strong network of suppliers based both locally in the Humber region and nationally.

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CLOSER COOPERATION BENEFITS UK AND DENMARK Continuing expansion of cooperation between British and Danish offshore wind companies is set to benefit both countries’ home and 17010 MASCOT® MULTISAFE export markets. MASCOT® MULTISAFE Emmen Jacket 13830-217-17010 catalogue online There is a wealth of offshore wind offer logistics, services and know-how 60% modacrylic/39% cotton/1% carbon fibre, 310 g/m² expertise in the UK and Denmark – both and we can work in any part of the http://papers.mascot.dk/Mascot/UK/Multisafe2016UK/ • Fluorescent and with vertical and chevroned crossed countries pioneering the offshore wind value chain,” commented Product & Key IN RECENT YEARS, reflective strips. Dirt resistant. Anti-static, acid resistant energy industry. Account Manager, Kim Vittrup. and flame retardent. Protects from electric arcs and Offshore wind companies in both THERE HAS BEEN A occasional welding arcs. Breathable, wind and waterproof. countries regard the North Sea not PARTNERSHIP FLUX OF PRODUCTS, Taped seams. Lining of quilt. Detachable lined hood with only as a logical home market, but also adjustable drawstring. High collar. Fastening with storm SKILLS, SOLUTIONS AND flap and hidden press studs. Zipped pocket under storm as the ideal hunting ground, in which The visit is a spin-off from the partnership flap. Strap for gas alarm. Chest pocket with zip. Chest to seek out inspiring and innovative between Offshoreenergy.dk and Team PARTNERSHIPS ACROSS THE pocket with flap and press stud. D-ring. Front pockets partners. In recent years, there has been Humber Marine Alliance. It builds on NORTH SEA. with zip. Formed cut sleeves. Extended back. Press stud a flux of products, skills, solutions and comprehensive pre-existing partnerships adjustment at waist. Rib (hidden in storm flap) and press stud fastening at cuffs. partnerships across the North Sea. between the two organisations and • Size: S-4XL between their members. Arc Rating: ATPV = 24 cal/cm² REINFORCED CONNECTIONS “The Danish and UK offshore wind “Many of the major players are already companies have many strengths and are, active at the inter-regional level 17010 Connections across the North Sea are in many ways, an excellent match.” said but there is also good potential for now reinforced. Recently a delegation Mikkel Juul, Head of Internationalisation at partnerships between SMEs. A stronger MASCOT® MULTISAFE Renens Winter Trousers of members of Offshoreenergy.dk, Offshoreenergy.dk. “Closer cooperation network of contacts is an encouraging 13892-217-17010 EN MASCOT® WORKWEAR the Danish national offshore cluster will be beneficial to everyone. It will weld prospect for many smaller companies.” 60% modacrylic/39% cotton/1% carbon fibre, 310 g/m² organisation and innovation network, the joins in the value chain and enable concluded Mikkel. • Fluorescent and with reflective tapes. Dirt resistant. MASCOT® MULTISAFE will paid a visit to the Humber region of the partners to bid together for contracts Anti-static, acid resistant and flame retardent. Protects PROTECTION. FUNCTION. COMFORT. * The future of multi-protective workwear is a unique combination of the highest safety, the best ! features and outstanding comfort.

from electric arcs and occasional welding arcs. Breathable, PROTECTION We have taken extraordinary measures in terms of safety. MASCOT uses a 100% England. Companies in the Danish value more often,” he added. OPPORTUNITIES “inherent” fabric in which the flame retardant properties are woven in during production, and therefore cannot be washed out over time. @ The fluorescent workwear is approved under the new, tougher standard EN ISO 20471. In wind and waterproof. Taped seams. Lining of quilt. The addition, more reflective materials have been applied to the products than the standard chain visited the offshore O&M port at requires. All fluorescent products are certified to the chemical standard EN 13034, and as one of the few in the industry, MASCOT has all jackets certified to Class 2 in the electric arc norm # removable braces are made from strong elastic Belt loops. EN 61482-1-2. FUNCTION The pockets are located exactly where you need them, and all the products are designed especially for the work performed by the users of multi-protective workwear. The Grimsby and networked with key people EUROPEAN ATTENTION Mark O’Reilly, CEO & Chairman of Team clothing has, in fact, been part of MASCOT’s test program in which employees in relevant D-ring. The waistband is higher at the back, to better sectors are consulted and test the clothes during their normal workday. The fabric is durable and treated with a stain-resistant coating that ensures the fluorescent is kept clean and thus visible over time. The dark contrast is placed where the clothes are most and potential partners in the UK offshore Humber Marine Alliance commenting exposed to dirt. ? protect against the cold. Fly with zip. Front pockets. Back COMFORT Perfect fit, together with soft and comfortable fabric, is our recipe for high comfort in all the new products. The products are designed for an active workday with a fit that follows the ergonomics of the body. This means that the workwear provides the optimum support and that it is formed for all the movements required by an active day. The range is so broad that wind industry. The potential inherent in inter-regional on the opportunities for Danish offshore pockets with reinforcement, flap and hidden press studs. there is a high level of comfort regardless of the weather and temperature. $ One of the delegate companies is partnership has also attracted wind companies in the UK stated “The Thigh pocket with flap and hidden press studs. Phone = thigh pocket. Reinforced ruler pocket. Adjustable knee Stennevad A/S, fall protection specialists European attention. best strategy for delegates is to develop ATPV values are » increased when worn in pad pockets with flap and top access. Zip with storm flap who work for clients on both sides of the An Interreg-subsidised project is relationships with local companies to combination with other on outerside of legs. North Sea. providing EUR 5.6 million to strengthen leverage opportunities for the benefit of MASCOT® MULTISAFE • Size and leg length: S-4XL • 82 cm: C 46-C 66 products. 2 *) Excl. products on page 15-19 3 “We’re here to nurture relationships. regional cooperation between Danish, both parties.” Arc Rating: ATPV = 24 cal/cm² We also hope to meet new customers British, German, Dutch and Belgian and establish new partnerships. We offshore wind SMEs across the North Sea. OffshoreEnergyDK

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HUMBERCREATING UPDATE PERSONAL OPPORTUNITIES Offshore wind is a growing market, with the sector set to exceed previous levels of growth. Great Yarmouth-based 3sun Group, is a provider of products and services to the global energy industry and believes that ongoing local recruitment is crucial to meeting project demand for operational sustainability into next year and beyond.

SPECIALISTS Gary continued: “Our Academy plays a YOUNG TALENT COMMITMENT vital role in providing opportunities and 3sun Group specialises in installation, experiences for local talent, which will 3sun Group is committed to supporting maintenance and servicing of wind ultimately help to remedy the current the next generation of young industry turbines and has collectively installed skills shortage in the industry. We’re talent and pioneered a new way of more than 4000 turbines during its 15 committed to employing and developing training and developing young people years in the wind industry. The company a local workforce, in particular our core through its innovative Pre-Apprenticeship is currently inspecting more than 70% of electrical/ mechanical technician roles, Programme. In affiliation with Great the UK’s existing offshore wind capacity utilising the expertise of those who live in Yarmouth College, 3sun Group’s two- and has significant experience within close proximity to Hull and have a good year programme is based around a 40 multiple countries and regions, including knowledge of the area. hour working week and is designed to numerous projects in the Humber area. “Safety is our first priority in all of address the balance between practical, our operations so our in-house GWO theoretical and work-based learning. It NEW HULL BASE training allows us to ensure that all new offers technical skills in the form of BTEC personnel are fully qualified with essential units, practical skills through engineering In May this year, 3sun Group opened a safety skills for renewable projects.” operations and work placements. new base in Hull to meet the demand for The programme has the ability to installation, inspection and maintenance shorten the timescales for young services for the offshore wind industry in professionals entering skilled work the UK and Europe. The Group began and exposes them to realistic working recruitment in July, with a focus on environments in all areas of an offshore utilising local skills and talent in order to 3SUN GROUP IS business. Last year’s intake had the meet client requirements in the area. opportunity to gain hands-on experience Gary Horner, Renewables Operations COMMITTED TO SUPPORTING on a number of projects including wind Co-ordinator commented: “We’re THE NEXT GENERATION OF turbines, a wind energy museum and a fortunate to have worked on some steam-powered herring drifter. major projects in Hull and Grimsby this YOUNG INDUSTRY TALENT. year, including turbine pre-assemblies, FUTURE full mechanical electrical completions, yaw claw retrofits and general Looking to the future, Gary concluded: servicing. Our capabilities for servicing “As the current industry climate and maintenance continue to expand improves and further proposed and allow us to offer a full turnkey LOCAL RECRUITMENT windfarms come to fruition, we hope solution for renewables projects. that the region will continue to play “The opening of our base in Hull Gary added: “We continue to recruit a key role in offshore renewables also enables us to continue to advance locally as we look forward to 2017 and projects, leading to a steady stream of our long-term growth plans but most prepare for projects on three major employment opportunities in the area importantly, ensures that we carry on windfarms in the Humber region. We’re and an increasingly thriving economy.” exceeding our customers’ expectations keen to hear from time served electricians and meeting the demand for services in and mechanical technicians, as well as 3sun Group the region.” apprentices. These kinds of pre-assembly projects are ideal for apprentices starting IN-HOUSE TRAINING PROVIDER their careers in the industry, as they offer hands-on, practical experience which 3sun Group has the capability of enables them to progress into technician providing specialist training to new roles in the future. employees, through in-house training “Providing opportunities for the next SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK provider 3sun Academy. It is also an generation remains an important part of accredited provider of the Global Wind our ethos and we have approximately 30 Organisation (GWO) certificates, which apprentices who are now integrated into are essential qualifications for those every element of the Group through our working within the wind industry. training initiatives.” MORE INFO LINKEDIN TWITTER

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HUMBER UPDATE RECRUITMENT – A DIFFERENT STUB FOUNDATIONS APPROACH Utilising stub foundations Following a strategic decision by the Bostonair optimises consented height Group to enter the renewables industry, the recruitment policy from the beginning was to and maximises return train and transfer personnel from within their highly skilled aviation engineering workforce, enhancing these candidates to Siemens Level 4 standards to meet the O&M activities associated with wind turbines.

This approach gave Boston Energy the ability to support Operations and Maintenance teams with quality engineering support from the onset and has proved a great success at site level support.

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Boston Energy recruit and train candidates from mechanical and electrical backgrounds which involve re-skilling. These can be drawn from heavy or light mechanical, commercial electrical, military engineering, aeronautical or other heavy mechanical industries. The company believe this broad approach brings a wide range of skills, experience, maturity, flexibility and a ‘can-do’ attitude that identifies Boston Energy as delivering services at a level to exceed expectations. With a continuous improvement focus – the company have committed to training across a broad range of turbine types, developing core service competencies and working towards involvement in construction roles. Valuing transferable qualifications and setting a standard to recruit the skills that improve the industry from the bottom upwards has seen marked improvement in standards whilst reducing client supervision costs through enhancement training to client competent technician standards.

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Boston Energy believe that their vision and approach to service delivery shows a genuine commitment to standards improvement and a fresh, dynamic perspective which has been well received across all their client base.

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READY, WILLING… GH200 Hydraulic Capstan WS09 Hydraulic Power Pack HW-1500 110v/240v Cable Puller AND VERY ABLE Based in Hull, literally just laid in systems, in the ground, in ducts CLIENT TESTIMONIAL “Recently, Winch Systems visited possible to upgrade to the GH500 with a across the dual carriageway or in tunnel systems. With the increased our purpose-built training facility, 500kg lifting capacity. from the new Siemens transition to more sustainable and The company’s winch systems are used witnessed our working practices, to renewable energy sources, cables are also by a variety of clients in the renewable gain a thorough understanding of our CABLE PULLING Turbine Blade Factory is increasingly installed in offshore windfarms. sector, from construction through to active requirements. Installation of the winch Winch Systems which has service, maintenance and even rescue was carried out very promptly and we Cable pulling has never been easier with been established for more training. One such company is HFR have been delighted with the level of the HW-1500 110v/240v Cable Puller. than 17 years. Solutions CIC who approached them with aftercare service” Features include dual pulling capacities the task of lifting equipment up their tower of 1,500kg and 2,500 kg, two speeds The company’s specialisation is installing, in wind turbine rescue simulation courses. NATIONAL GRID according to drum size, overload servicing and testing standard and protection, heavy duty industrial bearings bespoke winches/hoists for customers THIS EQUIPMENT IS The company designed and developed the with rugged high power motor. Suitable including National Power generation GH200 Hydraulic Capstan for the National for continuous use the HW-1500 can and utility companies as well as the ESSENTIAL FOR THE LAYING Grid to enable loads be lifted in remote tackle the toughest wall, ground and Environment Agency, they are therefore OF POWER CABLES... locations up power pylons, whilst not underground pulling applications. used to complying with exacting technical overstressing the structure. Versatile and Winch Systems would like to take this and logistical expectations. The Global Wind Organisation and portable this capstan winch is now used opportunity to personally thank Dawn Renewable UK Working at Height & by major utility companies and contractors and the Green Port Hull team for their PRODUCTS AND ACCREDITATION Rescue workplace safety courses are in the wind energy sector. Designed to continued help and support in relation to ACCESSORIES delivered from their base in Hessle, Hull. lift equipment and tools up to 200kg it offshore wind opportunities in the North Winch Systems offer a complete range A custom install was designed and fitted incorporates a hydraulic failsafe brake and Sea region. of electric AC/DC, hydraulic, hand To compliment the range of cable including 500kg mains 240v winch. rope jamming cleat to prevent accidental winches and associated accessories and pulling and blowing equipment, as the PLANNING TO FINAL INSTALLATION Dale Barrett, Working at Height dropping. The winch unit is designed to be Winch Systems equipment. The company commitment sole UK importer/distributor for Vetter Lead Instructor, HFR Solutions CIC used with their universal mounting bracket to offering quality products and service is Kable, the company also offers a variety Often, the best cable laying devices and commented: “We deliver work at with mechanical interlock. SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK demonstrated by our accreditation to ISO of cable installing accessories from machines alone are simply not enough. height training on a frequent basis for The GH200 may be used in any 9001 Quality Assurance. Accreditation to rollers to swivels. With a combined wealth of knowledge personnel working offshore on wind location when coupled to their WS09 ISO 14001 and 18001 also proves their This equipment is essential for the and experience the company is on hand turbines and require a bespoke solution Hydraulic Power Pack where there is concern and focus on the environment laying of power cables ranges from low to be involved from the planning phase to manual handling issues around no other power source. Depending on and staff Health and Safety. to extra-high voltage. The cables are right through to final installation. raising and lowering equipment. operational guidelines and constraints it is MORE INFO MORE INFO PLAY VIDEO

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The company operates in process THAT SAYS IT ALL industries such as Petrochemical, Power Generation and Renewable Energy Direct Gaskets Limited has been established for over 25 years in the PROBLEM providing on/offsite excellence including… 2017 City of Culture - Kingston upon Hull. • Heavy Fabrication • Sheet Metal • Coded Pipe Systems • Machining • Laser Cutting SOLVING • Electrical Contracting • Control & Automation Systems • 2D & 3D Design

FACILITIES MADE EASY Blackrow’s unique selling proposition is its vast and highly equipped facilities as Blackrow Engineering has been providing well as its proximity to the Humber Bank outstanding engineering services to industry Industrial Zones and the UK’s largest for 36 years. Their dynamic approach to doing port in Immingham as well as the Port business means they find solutions to problems of Grimsby East, widely renowned in the by defining, creating and delivering value without offshore wind industry. compromising on quality. ENGINEERING MANUFACTURING FACILITY INCLUDE… DRIVING BUSINESS • 10,000sqM Facility Manufacturing and supplying gaskets As well as all of this available stock the With a workforce of over 175 committed • 175 Skilled People across 5 trades all around the country have given the company keep half a million ‘O’ Ring’s and highly trained people, all driving the • Overhead Cranes allowing 100T+ company a loyal customer base, stretched on the shelf in standard Nitrile material in business forward by working with both Fabrications far and wide covering a whole manner imperial and metric sizes. Other materials new and existing clients, Blackrow has of industries for example… chemical, are available on request such as Viton, a combination of people all trained to UNIQUE OFFERING petrochemical, pharmaceutical, marine, EPDM, Red Silicone and PTFE. operate in a multitude of sectors. motor, food, leisure and many more. The company has built its structure, They offer an unbeatable service at OUT SOURCING capacity and capabilities over recent great value for money in bespoke items times to provide a unique offering to as well as standard flange gaskets such On site Direct Gaskets only cut semi- both the local petro-chemical industry as as, ASA 150, PN16 and BS Table ‘E’ metallic gaskets such as the turbo well as the emerging energy sector, with from ½” up to 42” series A & B. exhaust materials but can out-source recent success of manufacturing orders copper head gaskets manufactured to for 2 global players in oil & gas and PRODUCTS pattern. The fully metallic gaskets they power generation. offer from stock are spiral wound gaskets Blackrow believes that the combination The wide variety of materials they stock available in standard graphite filled – other of fantastic people and facilities, a robust including 16 different types of rubbers compositions are available on request. focus on customer needs and unrivalled inclusive of Nitrile, Neoprene, EPDM, capacity in the area combine to provide Silicone and Viton and a huge range of EXPANSION the go to solution for your engineering NAF (Non-Asbestos Fibre) sheeting, lets service needs. any customer have a choice of gasket In August 2016, Direct Gaskets relocated for their application. If however, the to Dansom Lane South in Hull. This Blackrow Engineering choice seems overwhelming - all of the move to new premises has seen them staff on site have fantastic knowledge of quadruple in size. With this relocation, all materials they offer to help with the Direct Gaskets plan to double available gasket ordering process. stock and progress into new ventures. Not only do they offer rubber and fibre in sheeting or cut gaskets they offer, Direct Gaskets Limited cork, oil paper, PTFE, sponge, felt, plastic shim, turbo exhaust materials and leather; as well as being stockists of Vulcan Engineering’s Gland Packing range.

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HUMBER UPDATE GETTING DOWN TO THE DETAIL MWD (Hull) Ltd was formed in 2004, based in Hull. The senior employees have a combined 60 years’ experience in the design of marine handling equipment, electrical control panels and Installations and the manufacturer of bespoke control systems to customer specific requirements.

Another D2862 being prepped for installation

HIGH EXPECTATIONS “With PME we have confidence when The company design and manufacture SPECIFICATIONS engineers go out to a job. We know they winches to suit customer’s specific “We are a demanding bunch. Our clients are doing the job to the highest standards.” requirements and have been supplying Winches can be supplied in accordance THE EVOLVING expect our vessels to be available at all winches to wind turbine workboats for with classification society rules including times, we want the breakdowns fixed MP GUEST VISIT the last 3 years, whilst also carrying DNV and Lloyds, are fully tested and before they happen and servicing to out on-board electrical and hydraulic come complete with a full certification occur so we don’t even know it has Great Grimsby MP Melanie Onn – installations, testing and commissioning. package including material traceability, SUPPLY CHAIN taken place. joined by representatives of Grimsby weld procedure specifications and “The engineers work to very, very high Renewables Partnership and the local WINCH SUPPLY welder certificates. A company that helps keep offshore wind technicians on the move mechanical engineering standards, and authority – it was an opportunity to meet Manufactured in aluminium, steel has been welcomed to North East Lincolnshire as the latest element PME keep them up-to-date with the the team of a vessel she christened when Winches can be supplied for various or stainless steel or any other material of the evolving supply chain. latest innovation. I am looking forward Humber Gateway was inaugurated in applications and with various drive selected which can be supplied as stand- to a closer partnership.” September last year. options including… alone units or designed to integrate with PME Group has opened a base in David of North Sea Services An administrator and engineer will be Melanie added: “It is really exciting to existing customer equipment as well as Stallingborough, providing immediate commented: “We operate and maintain permanently based at the facility, on Beel’s see this supply chain arriving, growing • Aluminium Winches for the Wind providing a total winch solution, including access to crew transfer vessel engine E.on’s vessels in Humber Gateway Road, North Moss Industrial Estate. and employing local people. It is here, it Turbine Workboats electrical and hydraulic control systems. servicing and repair. windfarm and we have been working is happening, and it is an investment in • CTD Handling with PME since the vessels went into PROUD HISTORY the area, in training and the industry.” • Sonar Winches MWD (Hull) Ltd LOCAL ASSISTANCE IN SET UP service in 2014. Initially there was a • Lift Winches certain geographic limitation with us Ed Tucker, Customer Service Manager PME Power Systems Group Ltd • Electric Drive Winches – Variable Paul Vincent, Project Development being up here and PME being in Poole for MAN Engines & Components UK, Speed Manager at PME Group, told how it had and Plymouth.” said: “MAN has a proud history of being • Electro-Hydraulic Winches been a six-month task to set up the base. “In the interim we have used other involved in marine diesels. The first He thanked local North Sea Services’ MAN agents, but never received the ocean-going diesel powered engine was CONTROL OPTIONS INCLUDE… vessel Operations Manager David Smith same standards of service we had seen a MAN in 1912, and since then we have for his advice, help and introductions from PME. As a company we are very been at the forefront of marine diesel SCAN/CLICK • Manual at Winch SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK to Rachael Markham, of North East pleased to see PME open this depot in engines. We can only do that through • Remote – Hydraulic Lincolnshire Council’s economic our area. partnership with service partners. We • Remote – Electrical development team and Lorraine are only as good as our people on the • Wireless Remote Alexander of Grimsby Jobcentre Plus, ground, supporting our products and MORE INFO MORE INFO GALLERY CASE STUDY who he also expressed gratitude. keeping our customers happy.

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FOR WINDFARM SUPPORT UK Leading MAN Marine Dealer With windfarms continuing to grow in size at Dogger Bank, Creyke Beck, Hornsea and various other Sales, Service locations off the UK East Coast, the Ships Electronic Services (SES) Grimsby facility has become its ENGINEERING CENTRES & Support windfarm support vessel specialist centre providing Navigation & Communication equipment on vessels Engineers are factory trained by manufacturers to install, operating in the Humber area. service and supply to shipyards and ports around the UK from its network of 9 centres which include Grimsby, Liverpool, ENVIABLE REPUTATION SERVICE AND EXPERTISE QUALITY CONTROL and the Rochester headquarters. In Scotland, the Aberdeen facility specialises in services to the oil & gas industry while The company has built an enviable Due to the high standards of service and As the company has expanded its Grangemouth also serves commercial shipping and fishing. The reputation over the last 40 years for technical expertise offered many of the capabilities and services over the years Poole service centre handles electronics and communications its highly professional service and the industry’s most respected manufacturers they have ensured its quality and control supply to both the commercial shipping and leisure boating ability to supply, install and maintain such as Furuno, Raytheon and Sailor systems have developed to provide markets, with other facilities in Plymouth and Cornwall. the world’s most advanced marine have appointed the company for service customers with the level of service electronics systems. Working with support and installation. The company expected of professional operations. 24/7 SERVICES all marine related applications from is the sole UK distributor and service SES is one of the few marine electronics windfarm service vessels to commercial provider for Raytheon Anschutz, sole service providers accredited with ISO The company has a 24 hour, seven day a week service and shipping, workboat, naval, oil and onboard service centre for Cobham and is 9001 and has certifications from Lloyds support line which is operated by professional engineers gas and superyacht, their engineers a warranty service provider for the mobile Register, Bureau Veritas, ABS and FPAL. capable of talking through problems and solutions whenever have experience in advanced maritime satellite communications leader, Iridium. and wherever they occur. technology from satellite and on-board communications to bridge controls, Ships Electronic Services navigation and entertainment systems. GRIMSBY BRANCH NOW OPEN Unit 4B Beels Road, North Moss Lane Ind Est, Stallingborough, Grimsby DN41 8DN www.mandiesel.co.uk • [email protected] • 01472 806216

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PARTNERSHIP DELIVERING BASIC SAFETY TRAINING TO THE ENERGY ESTUARY

The Humber Region has become a focal point for the renewables industry, and for HOTA, as an award winning training provider, the growth is particularly welcome.

In order for the progress to continue, local BACKGROUND the relevant awarding bodies. Courses HOTA boasts 3 major sites in Hull, 2 on Organisation (GWO) and RenewableUK HFR Solutions is a community interest companies needed to find the fine line are currently offered across 10 training Malmo Road and 1 on Albert Dock and (RUK) in first aid, fire awareness, marine company investing all surplus in either between competition and collaboration. HOTA a Limited company with charity streams for the relevant sectors including has increased its workforce to over forty safety and working at height are being community based safety initiatives or To this end, HOTA joined forces with HFR status was established in 1987 by the offshore, maritime, renewable, electrical, five staff. Excellent facilities are offered offered as a one stop shop within the directly back into the business. Solutions in 2015 to provide a seamless offshore Industry for the offshore Iindustry, emergency response, first aid and health to delegates including free on-site car region. This is a major advantage for GWO/RUK training package. meaning local employees working within & safety. parking, Wi-Fi, restaurants and amenities. companies within the renewable sector NATURAL FIT the regions oil & gas industry no longer Their success comes from industry and their supply chain to train their Courses availably include… had to travel out of the area for national ACCREDITATION experienced professional instructors, employees in one location saving them Nick Granger, Director at HFR Solutions approved training. state of the art facilities and the ability both valuable time and money. said: “This is a really exciting partnership • 2 Day First Aid Their primary aim was to provide training Gaining accreditation for GWO/RUK was to adapt to industry’s training needs. Karen commented: “The partnership as it incorporates the established • ½ Day Fire Awareness and facilities for the oil & gas sector, a must as the industry recognised a skill Along with regular timetabled courses the is working well, it was an excellent training facilities at HOTA in Hull with the • ½ Day Manual Handling investing all surplus funds into enhancing shortage. To compliment the GWO/RUK training company is also renowned for opportunity for two highly professional new training facilities of HFR Solutions • 2 Day Marine Safety Training its training facilities. Through diversification renewables trainingcourses, HOTA also its flexibility and ability to adapt training local companies to collaborate and in Hessle. The partnership is a natural fit • 2 Day Working at Heights and industries ever changing needs HOTA offers the full suite of Maritime STCW10 to meet specific training requirements offer their expertise from the maritime as we are both local training providers now trains over 8,000 delegates annually courses which covers all the training offering tailor made, bespoke courses and offshore industries and the fire and initially established to deliver training EXPERIENCE from all over the globe. requirements for the whether it’s erecting when, where and how they are required. rescue service, to the renewable industry for the region to benefit the local the offshore wind turbines or transporting with first class nationally approved community, however, we have seen an As an award winning training provider SHORT COURSES crew to maintain them. CLOSE WORKING RELATIONSHIP training providers and facilities.” increase in delegates attending courses for the maritime and oil & gas sectors, from all over the UK and internationally.” HOTA has been able to transfer 28 years’ Short courses range from essential NATURAL PROGRESSION The close working relationship between HFR SOLUTIONS BACKGROUND HOTA experience into the new challenge of requirements for working within a HOTA and the Humberside Fire Brigade offshore and onshore windfarms. The specific industry, recommended courses Karen Shepherd, General Manager began in 1988 and then in 2015 a HFR Solutions was established in 2012 to SCAN/CLICK wind industry’s five basic safety training and also those which provide a valuable quoted “With over 25 years’ formal partnership between HOTA take the skills, knowledge and expertise modules ensure the whole workforce addition to current skills or qualifications. experience in training for the oil & gas and HFR Solutions was established. of Humberside Fire and Rescue Service is equipped with practical training and More than 100 training courses make up and maritime sectors it is a natural The partnership has enabled that to the commercial sector, with the vision knowledge to safeguard them within HOTA’s current portfolio with the majority progression for HOTA to enter into the the full suite of training that meets of enabling their business partners and dangerous working environments. of these being nationally approved by renewable industry.” the standards of the Global Wind community to be safer, every single day. 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HUMBER UPDATE REFURBISHED HOTEL TO PLAY CENTRAL ROLE IN RENEWABLES REVOLUTION A newly refurbished hotel in east Hull will play a central role in the city’s renewables revolution thanks to Humber accommodation specialist Nightel Ltd.

REACHING FOR THE SKY Based near to the Humber Bridge, Humber Access Limited, like the landmark, stands tall among its Image caption: (L-R) Sam Cook, General Manager of Nightel Humber on Humberside Airport and Kayley Walker, General Manager of Nightel Express. competitors. Constantly adding innovative solutions to the offshore wind energy sector both in the UK and The Embassy Hotel on Hedon Road was Paul added “The Embassy has always serviced apartments in Hull city centre Europe, the company is growing rapidly. bought by Nightel owner Paul Green in been popular with locals and visitors usually occupied by visitors to the city or early 2016 and has been fully refurbished alike and is well known in the city. But senior managers and directors. and rebranded as Nightel Express. as the renewables revolution gathers Situated opposite Alexandra Dock, the pace, it’s location has become its LOCATION A specialist provider of rope access mast structure and the highest placed at blade inspection, paint inspections. Blade hotel will principally be used to provide greatest asset. It is situated directly solutions, they provide the safest and the top which is approximately 80 metres technicians hold the vast certifications accommodation to engineers and opposite Alexandra Dock where The company is also building the region’s most cost effective methods, accredited above open water, you can feel very set by the industries leaders including technicians in the renewables industry Green Port Hull is taking place and first Hampton by Hilton hotel, also on to ISO 9001 standards. exposed to the elements. all GWO modules and are trained and coming to work in the city. while that is happening the need for Humberside Airport, to cater for business The instruments on the mast are certified through the Amu-Syd Technical quality accommodation for engineers, travellers and holiday makers travelling to RECENT PROJECTS key as they inform windfarm design College in Denmark. REVAMPED CAFÉ AND BAR technicians, consultants and all sorts of and from the region. in the offshore industry, as well as The blade teams also include other workers is going to be huge.” “As the renewables industry grows Recent local projects include contributing towards energy production technicians who are offshore However, it is also open to people visiting on both sides of the estuary Nightel is inspections and maintenance of all estimates. With many years combined advanced rescue trained, Latchway the area for other reasons, and non- SPECIALISTS growing with it. Our accommodation wind instruments at offshore locations experience of working at height in SRL inspection, maintenance and residents will be able to use the newly has been specifically designed with including Hornsea, Dogger Bank difficult to access areas Humber recertification, LPS (Lightening revamped Gingers café and bar. Paul said “We’re specialists in providing the energy sectors in mind and Nightel and further in the North East, their Access were the obvious choice. Protection Systems) trained and PCU the hotel was perfectly situated for easy accommodation for offshore workers Express is the latest addition to our teams have provided services to the DinoShells (Power Curve Upgrade) access to the docks, making it the most in both the oil and gas sector and portfolio to provide this.” Paul concluded. met masts from Blyth and Teesside. WORKING TO CLIENT REQUIREMENTS trained to maximise aerodynamics. obvious choice to renewable workers the renewables industry so this is an Recently repairing and carrying out coming to Hull. extension of what we already do and it Nightel Ltd TP paint repairs as well as ongoing Within the renewable sector, the Humber Access is the first hotel in Hull to be targeted maintenance. company pride themselves on being able FACILITIES specifically at the renewables industry.” Due to the position of the masts to mobilise within short notice to fit within As well as Nightel Express, Nightel the journey to and from can be good weather windows. Their teams are Nightel Express has 23 rooms, each operates Nightel Humber on Humberside uncomfortable with swells of up to 4 able to assist and complete operations featuring free wifi and BT and Sky Sports, Airport – a hotel which provides metres you certainly need your sea legs. and maintenance (O & M) projects, and a conference room with screens and dedicated accommodation for offshore The instruments are placed up the met including internal/external blade repair, projectors for businesses. workers – and a number of luxury,

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WIDE EXPERIENCE

Northern Divers (Eng) Ltd have worked on a diving, inspection, maintenance and repair wide variety of marine projects and always OVER 50 YEARS’ equipment, as well as dedicated personnel prioritise customer satisfaction and cost- designing and installing scour protection to effectiveness. We are also lateral thinkers, both inland and coastal areas. and are able to help develop projects in INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE Over the years they have grown, and a variety of practical ways including early not only specialise in commercial diving re-design of component parts to allow but in many areas requiring specialist the safe and practical installation by our The response you generally get when you CITY OF CULTURE … and still progressing services including; commercial diving to trained diving personnel, thus leading tell someone you are an Estate Agent is “I 50 metres, inland and coastal work (up to to cost and time saving on projects. By would love that, having a nosey around Our family run organisation is at the heart Northern Divers (Eng) Ltd, was originally and maintenance services to a wide 12 miles offshore), windfarm operations, utilising skills they have collaborated with everyone’s houses.” of the City of Culture and we embrace the founded in 1963 to provide a wide range of clients both on land and in water. harbour and dock maintenance, some renowned companies across the Debra Rason, Business Development exciting ventures people in this area are range of underwater services to the salvage, sluice/gate maintenance, globe in windfarm projects, marine projects, Manager at Riverside Property further undertaking. It is a pleasure to be part of civil engineering and marine industries, MAINTAINING A LEAD structural inspections and repairs, bridge environmental projects and shipping and explains the professional role of the Hull’s exciting future and watch the city public utilities and harbour authorities. inspections, topographical surveys, pipeline construction. estate agent… around us flourish with new restaurants The company have been involved with The company has always maintained confined space inspections/rescue, Of course you do get to do that to wonderful art exhibitions and amazing many national and international projects, a lead in underwater technology and pipeline installations and safety boat PROVIDING CLIENT NEEDS however it certainly is not something I new developments. in addition to providing inspection, repair is equipped with the most up-to-date works to name but a few! would consider a feature. The best part of We play an active role in the area and Since the company first started they have being an Estate Agent is the joy you can support a local art group adding to the been involved with many major international bring to people’s lives on a daily basis. cultural ambience of the area. Victoria projects, such as windfarm works, dam Finding the perfect property either to rent Dock is just a short walk away and a and harbour works and are able to meet or to buy can be a defining moment in fabulous place to live sporting its own any client needs from being able to provide many peoples’ lives as it can be linked local amenities including a local pub with the offshore diving support to IMCA to new opportunities and fresh starts. a family friendly restaurant, a great place specifications, to offering a 24hr emergency to relax and get to know the locals. Connecting businesses across the energy industry shore based call out service utilising a PRIDE IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE Heading the other way the lovely mobile fleet of vehicle mounted diving Marina is a stunning sight and people equipment to a very high standard. At Riverside Property (established in regularly promenade enjoying the views This also allows the company to carry out 2004) we take great pride in making of the River Humber. The City Centre 01482 337733 a vast array of shore based works for many a difference, a difference in service a has vibrant shops and free entrance to heybusiness.kcom.com civil engineering companies. With the vast difference in property standards and a amazing museum’s proving Hull truly is a knowledge and experience that Northern difference in price. We are based in The City of Culture. Divers are able to assist and give the Fruit Market which is an amazing place to correct and honest advice for all projects. work attracting such diversity and pushing Riverside Property Connectivity Security Voice Mobile Hosted Services Advertising forward with new and innovative ideas. Northern Divers (Eng) Ltd

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Providing Good Quality Properties in the Humber Region. • Qualifi ed and • Door to Door Service Experienced Sta • Excellent Property • Local Knowledge Standards www.riverside-property.co.uk Tel: 01482 322411

AIRPORT VITAL TO AREA’S THRIVING RENEWABLES INDUSTRY Humberside Airport has recently announced the launch of the first scheduled flights to Aalborg and Billund in Denmark, helping to strengthen renewable energy links between the regions.

British Airways’ franchise partner, Chamber of Commerce and SUN-AIR to “Not only is this advantageous from SUN-AIR, operates the route and it is secure the route, which it hopes will help a commercial perspective, but it also hoped it will help spark an economic drive inward investment. provides further destinations for people boost to the Humber and its burgeoning Deborah Zost, Humberside Airport’s across the region to explore. It also renewables industry. Managing Director, said: “This new establishes links with Scandinavia for British Airways service will bring new European tourists to visit Hull as part of the TWICE-WEEKLY SERVICE opportunities to the Humber region UK City of Culture celebrations in 2017.” as air-links such as this will benefit the The twice-weekly service, which local economy. DEVELOPMENTS commenced in April, provides direct flights to and from airports close to Siemens Wind GREEN PORT HULL Humberside already offers flights across Power bases in Vejle, Brande and Esbjerg. Europe to destinations such as Amsterdam, Commuting times have been cut between “The vision for Green Port Hull - a Aberdeen and Majorca. It has recently Siemens Danish operations and the new collaboration between Hull City Council, been involved in a number of developments blade factory in Hull. East Riding of Yorkshire Council and including the new BAE Systems National Associated British Ports - is to create a Training Academy, Hampton by Hilton hotel CLOSE CO-OPERATION world-class renewable energy centre, and a new year-round service to Tenerife. & OPPORTUNITIES bringing employment and prosperity to the region and the development of this Humberside Airport Humberside Airport worked in close route is a very positive step in helping to co-operation with Siemens Wind Power, achieve this. Green Port Hull, Hull and Humber www.northerndivers.co.uk

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THE HUMBER – THE INTERNATIONAL GATEWAY FOR OFFSHORE WIND LOGISTICS Currently experiencing brisk growth and an economic revival, the Humber region is building on its rich maritime heritage and emerging rapidly as the UK’s Energy Estuary, an international hub for energy and renewables.

As home to the country’s largest, multi- Once in full operation in early 2017, This will enable Modal Training to purpose ports complex, the region is Modal Training will enjoy an ideal location effectively replicate the working experiencing significant growth in offshore in Immingham, on the south bank of the environment for a wide range of maritime wind, thanks to its proximity to a third of Humber. Until now businesses and their roles, including bridge crews, navigators, the country’s designated major windfarm employees have had to travel to access maritime engineers and Vessel Traffic development zones. This prime position this specialised skills training. Now it’s Service (VTS) operators. Each part is attracting some of the world’s biggest available in the Yorkshire and Humber of the simulator system will be able energy companies to the region. region. Not only will it help businesses in to be operated independently, or be At the heart of the new suite will be two Over £700million is being invested this area benefit, but Modal Training will interconnected to provide full vessel crane simulators housed in domes, through Siemens, Able, ABP and the serve companies from across the UK and operation exercises for an entire crew. each with seven projectors, capable of development of Green Port Hull. By 2020, internationally. creating realistic training environments. DONG Energy will have invested £6bn in SIMULATOR TRAINING SUITES There will also be six desktop classroom the world’s largest offshore windfarm too INVESTMENT IN WORLD-CLASS crane simulators, four deck personnel – which is also in the Humber region. SIMULATOR TRAINING The centrepiece of the simulation suite simulators, an instructor station and a will be a Class A full mission K-Sim debrief room. CAPITALISING ON THE HUMBER’S Modal Training’s new £7million centre of Offshore vessel simulator with forward STRONG POSITION excellence will be located in a 5,696 m2 and aft bridge, configured with a DP2 TRAINING TOGETHER bespoke designed facility, equipped with dynamic positioning system and anchor With some of Humber’s ports being state-of-the-art simulators for training handling vessel hardware. The suite will The suite will see individuals train to drive 12 hours sailing time from three major maritime crew and crane drivers. This also be equipped with two Class B K-Sim all types of cranes, across a wide range Round 3 windfarms in the North Sea, it is the perfect solution for those who Navigation ship’s bridge simulators, with of portside and offshore operations. The makes it the ideal base for transporting will be working portside and at sea in one configured as a workboat/tug bridge. simulators are designed to give trainees wind turbine blades and other parts dangerous conditions. Modal has also invested in a K-Sim the skills and experience they need to manufactured in the region. Therefore, Simulation training is safe, effective DP Class C desktop simulator system work on all of these, as well as carry out there is a pressing need for skilled and cost efficient, and gives those who for dynamic positioning training, and a turbine installation. Importantly, the crane workers to handle the logistics required in will be working in offshore wind locations desktop K-Sim Navigation configured simulators can also be used to simulate the wind energy sector is vital. the vital skills required. It enables users for ECDIS radar training for up to six offshore ship’s bridge and underwater ROV In order to maximise the potential in to gain experience of a variety of cranes students. The engine room suite will be vehicle applications. This will allow whole the thriving Humber region, the Grimsby and offshore vessel operations, including equipped with a full mission K-Sim Engine teams of crane drivers, deck hands and Institute and the Humber LEP have movement of supplies and equipment simulator, including the high voltage offshore vessel operators to train together in joined forces to create Modal Training. It from portside to vessels, from vessels to functionality, and a desktop engine a wide range of critical scenarios. will ensure that businesses operating in rig, and the subsea lifting and installation room simulator. A K-Sim VTS operator the ports, energy and logistics sectors of equipment. Learning these operations simulator system will complete the new Modal Training have access to the training support they would take years in the workplace, but equipment line-up. need. Modal Training intends to work can be achieved in just a few days in Modal Training has also appointed SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK with them to develop their existing teams, simulation. simulator specialist, Offshore Simulator train new members and raise the profile When Modal Training fully opens in Centre AS (OSC), to create a unique of career opportunities in logistics for the January 2017, in pride of place will be a full and sophisticated crane driver simulator wind energy sector to facilitate future suite of Kongsberg advanced ship, offshore training suite. recruitment in this growing industry. vessel, engine room and radar simulators. MORE INFO BROCHURE

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formed to offer advice and support to the GRASPING expanding number of companies involved in this exciting new industry. HUMBER UPDATE Leo Hambro concluded: “We have OPPORTUNITIES been a member of the Grimsby A continuing Renewables Partnership since it was established, and have recruited crew success story members from the local community. I look forward to the day when there is Some 5 years ago, Tidal Transit was one a facility similar to Lowestoft’s Orbis of the first companies in the UK to take Energy, which provides hot-desk advantage of the opportunities presented and virtual office accommodation to by the development of windfarms in the companies that work in the offshore North Sea. The North Norfolk company energy industry.” that started out as a charter fishing VISIONARY VESSELS company, made a serious investment Tidal Transit to take up the challenge of providing vessels to this nascent industry. It now WITH A DISTINCT DESIGN charters purpose-designed boats and SCAN/CLICK SCAN/CLICK crews to both developers and operators Seahorse Marine relocated to Hull in 2010 from Western Canada. It of offshore windfarms. brought to the city famed for its maritime and ship building heritage, a track record of designing and building commercial workboats, and UK WATERS MORE INFO PLAY VIDEO supplying design consultancy to both international companies and government agencies. Tidal Transit’s Commercial Director, Leo Hambro comments: “There are 3 MEETING CUSTOMERS’ and buoyancy. Responding to client main hubs in the UK for offshore wind; PRODUCTS & SERVICES OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS requirements, the Sidewinder’s hull Liverpool Bay, Lowestoft and Great MOVING THROUGH THE AGES design provides enhanced seakeeping Yarmouth, and the Humber Estuary. The shipping industry has seen many significant changes over the • Operating 24/7 365 days a year The Seahorse workboat is designed to ability without sacrificing crew comfort in Since 2012 we have been working years and Hutton’s has evolved with them. service operate within environments that demand the harsh open seas. out of the Port of Grimsby, and have • Range of stocked products a stable and reliable working platform completed contracts with RES to provided from their facilities include where minimal maintenance, reliability SPECIFICATION service the met masts at Hornsea, provisions, medical, technical, and safety are paramount. Constructed Docking Shoal, Race Bank and Lincs industrial and UK stockist of using high-density polyethylene (HDPE), Designed as a practical vessel to meet offshore windfarms. Wilhelmsen/Unitor. the material provides tremendous multiple operational requirements using “We have also fulfilled contracts • Centralised head office for strength and intact buoyancy without modular structures, bow options include with Siemens and Dawson Energy operations sales, finance and compromising versatility and durability. a configuration to sit alongside turbine working on the Westermost Rough procurement have developed a Combining technology and a focused towers or a landing craft multi-category offshore windfarm.” robust local customer/supplier approach to quality, the company excels vessel, LOA <18m, and a beam of network that are highly adaptable at adapting design and construction <3.5m. Fitted with Almarinjet’s Intelligent VESSEL CAPABILITY to suit your offshore supply techniques to meet their customers’ Operation total propulsion control system, requirements. operational requirements within a the Sidewinder is the first HDPE workboat Despite its vessels having the capability competitive cost and build schedule. to be fitted with the only twin joystick of working up to 150 miles out to sea, Expansion into new areas has developed waterjet system. Tidal Transit’s attention over the past the Huttons Medical division, embracing MATCHING INDUSTRY GROWTH five years has been focused mainly on the ‘one-stop-shop’ approach, they are VERSATILITY projects that have been sited within 20 the only licensed chandler to provide a As the Humber renewable industry miles of the coast. But again working wide range of medical supplies, equipment grows, so does the growth of Seahorse A simple and intuitive system, it makes from Grimsby, Tidal Transit vessels have and services to meet the shipping Marine’s global customer base; fast manoeuvring effortless, whether travelling demonstrated their capabilities as longer For over 180 years the company has they provide a vast range of stock and industry’s needs and legal requirements. crew transfer vessels (Marine Harvest, at speed in open water or positioning distance support vessels which will be been a key player in the Hull & Humber support services. Scottish Seafarms), landing craft/survey and maintaining the vessel in tight spaces able to support the next round of offshore shipping industry building a reputation UK DISTRIBUTION support vessels (Van Oord in the Caspian for example, near turbine towers. With windfarms much further out to sea. as a reliable provider of good value and STATE OF THE ART FACILITIES Sea), patrol vessels (SEPA/African attainable speeds >32 knots it can Amongst other contracts, Tidal Transit quality products and services to ships The company’s branches are strategically governments), dive support vessels and perform fast response duties to return has completed five visits for ‘met mast’ calling at UK ports. • 3000m2 modern purpose built located to ensure comprehensive overseas passenger ferries, strengthening casualties to shore. monitoring equipment upgrades at the Starting over 180 years ago as an warehouse including 4000m3 coverage for existing and future the company’s reputation as the preferred This positions Seahorse Marine as Dogger Bank and Hornsea offshore ironmonger to now the UK’s leading capacity freezer and 5000m3 windfarms stretching from North East UK HDPE workboat manufacturer. ‘breaking the mould’ in commercial windfarm sites, both located far from the ship supplier. capacity chiller to the South West UK. workboat design. UK’s eastern coast. • Storage facility of a secure 1hectare yard FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH LOCATION • Supported by a fleet of temperature Hutton Group SCAN/CLICK Seahorse GRIMSBY RENEWABLES controlled vehicles ranging from SCAN/CLICK Moving from strength to strength, Marine PARTNERSHIP The company’s tailor-made premises 3.5tonne to 44tonne Seahorse Marine debuted summer are located less than 10 minutes from • Daily delivery service supplying 2016 a new vessel design; the Seahorse With Grimsby becoming a key player in Green Port Hull with direct access to the over 100 vessels per month on Sidewinder, a workboat offering increased offshore renewable energy, the Grimsby Humber Bridge, UK motorway network the Humber stability, deck space, chime beam MORE INFO Renewables Partnership has been and gateway to Europe. From here MORE INFO

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HUMBER UPDATE OFFSHORE PROJECT SUPPORT MORE THAN A SHIPS AGENCY Arthur Smith (Grimsby) Ltd has developed over the last decade from a port-based commercial Ships Agent and Freight Forwarder into an offshore project and wind industry support specialist. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE TETNEY SEALINE REPLACEMENT

2016 marks the 80th anniversary In 2015, the 50 year old oil pipeline of the company which, over four from Tetney Monobuoy to Phillips 66’s WHEN IS A WIND generations, has provided reliable and Tetney Terminal was replaced by Van efficient ships agency, stevedoring and Oord. With no access from the shore logistics services. Their knowledge and everything had to be supplied via the TURBINE NOT A WIND experience has been utilised and adapted Humber. Assistance started with Harbour on a number of offshore construction and Master Humber liaison, planning vessel windfarm projects. activities and beaching the large work TURBINE? WHEN IT’S The first major windfarm involvement barges. Arthur Smith also set up 24/7 came with being appointed agents for stevedoring services and support from Sutton Bridge, Lowestoft, Immingham the 145m hotel vessel Regina Baltica a terminal at Royal Dock, Grimsby for and Grimsby. Planning meetings and local A PIECE OF CARGO on Sheringham Shoal OWF including more than a dozen vessels used on the Harbour Master liaison have been carried McAusland & Turner explain the reasoning… 24/7 infield support and all aspects project. A complete logistics, storage out, and waste disposal, bunkering, Albert Weatherill for port calls at Harwich including and ships agency solution allowed both logistics, guard vessels, towage and logistics, stores, waste disposal, laundry, Van Oord and P66 to concentrate on the landside crew movements organised. plan for a vessel. In one extreme example container hire and engineering work, from engineering work at hand and deliver a The desire to use the considerable we found that the actually height of towers mobilisation to demobilisation. successful project. knowledge of the company to bring was greater than the depth of the tween The company’s flexibility, commitment greater efficiency and reliability to offshore deck of the vessel! Not an ideal situation if and industry knowledge has been applied RACE BANK EXPORT CABLING construction and windfarm project you can’t close the hatch covers. to numerous windfarms for a variety of logistics has brought further clients this clients. Involvement has ranged from During 2016 the company supported Jan year including assisting DeepOcean at LIFTING AND STORAGE crew movements and PPE allocation for de Nul on the installation of the export Grimsby on the inter array cables for Seajacks on Humber Gateway, ships cable for Dong Energy’s Race Bank Race Bank. We also find that the absence of the agency for survey companies to more offshore windfarm. Over 40 vessels have marking of centre of gravities cause extensive operations. been covered in The Wash, King’s Lynn, Arthur Smith (Grimsby) Ltd enormous problems when lifting large, heavy items like nacelles. The positioning of the lifting equipment is critical to avoid unexpected lateral movements COMPLETE SHIPPING AND LOGISTICS SERVICES particularly if a vessel has developed a partial list and the sea fastenings have not Danbrit Shipping provide complete INDUSTRY GROWTH been removed completely. shipping and logistics services to With regards to storage we often find the wind energy sector. Combining More recently they have seen an that the lay-down areas for components experiences of more than 50 years increase in orders from the on/offshore do not meet the recommended and many wind energy projects, the wind sector originating from turbine guidelines of the manufacturers. This can company aims to support offshore and transportation, installation and O&M, cause delays and slows progress with onshore developers, vessel owners, which has resulted in supplying various discharge operations. contractors (EPC’s), installers, fabricators, services ranging from heavy shipping equipment manufacturers and operators and haulage, to crew changes and ALLEVIATING PROBLEMS & maintenance (O&M) service providers. vessel provisions and they are ideally located for major Round 3 projects. This is not as silly a statement as it may at sometimes with gaps in the advice given In order to help alleviate these problems, BESPOKE SERVICES In addition to project cargo services the first appear. We conduct many warranty to all parties involved in their carriage manufacturers and underwriters need to company also handles general haulage inspections on WTG components both in and storage. involve surveyors earlier than is currently Established for almost 30 years, based and have over 100 curtain sided vehicles, the UK and overseas and regularly come the norm in order that likely issues with on the Humber, also provides bespoke within the group, operating around the UK. across the same problems time and again. WIND TURBINE TOWERS cargo can be addressed. Shipping and Logistics services, WTG components leave their places of At the end of the day ships are ships including extensive project cargo Danbrit Shipping manufacture as components. Whilst that As an example wind towers are usually and cargo is cargo. Applying proper solutions, ships chartering, project is correct when they arrive at the side declared as per their greatest diameter practices of good seamanship with chartering, agency services, stevedoring of the vessel they need to be viewed however, for the purposes of carriage and advanced product knowledge will help & port logistics and general/heavy & as just another piece of project cargo. stowage they are fitted with a supporting to minimise damages and delays when abnormal load haulage, to clients across Unfortunately, components often arrive frame. This obviously adds height to shipping WTG components. the globe within many sectors as well as with incorrect measurements declared, the piece which may not have been offshore oil & gas/renewables. centres of gravity not marked and accounted for when drawing up a stowage McAusland & Turner

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HUMBERSPECIALISING UPDATE IN UNIQUE SOLUTIONS For almost 40 years WWL ALS UK International Limited’s knowledgeable and experienced in-house teams have prided themselves in providing clients with one local point of contact, specialising in unique solutions for Hutton’s Group provides a wide range of marine oversized, abnormal and difficult cargo shipments by road, rail, supplies and services to the shipping industry covering barge or charter vessel across a all UK ports. Operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a range of sectors nationally and internationally. year, our state-of-the-art facilities offer a full range of products and services to meet your needs. MULTI-INDUSTRY OPERATOR

The Company’s dedicated in-house teams understand the clients’ needs providing a service that reflects the professional standards demanded in the business world today and can manage mobile or static cargo for a range of industries including: construction and plant, mining, tunnelling, 90 metre long convoy from UK marine, oil and gas, rail, engineering, power destination US Gulf of Mexico and renewable energy industries. OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT secure and effective movement is provided T +44 (01482) 324093 E [email protected] GLOBAL REACH to satisfy the client’s requirements. The operations department provide clients Experienced operators are available www.huttons-group.com Project solutions include worldwide break with a debrief after the shipment has arrived to provide help and advice for domestic, bulk, charter/part charter, heavy lift vessels, and can manage the entire operation of international and worldwide heavy haulage ro-ro, containerisation and a UK ships and vessels and voyages including… requirements including… port agency service. The team work with clients from the • Preloading preparations, including • Multimodal transportation solutions initial proposal through to the contract stowage plan and super intendancy by: road, rail, air and water stage, providing outline feasibility • Cargo clearance, custom • Ship chartering: full and part assessments and budget costs when arrangements, documentation work • Turnkey project management bidding for new business. • Arrangements and supervision of • Job site transportation THE UK’S FIRST CENTRE FOR stevedoring operations • Planning, supervision and SUPPORT SERVICES • Instructions to master and agents representation services for FOB MULTI-MODAL LOGISTICS TRAINING • On/off hire surveys projects / shipments The dedicated chartering team is fully • Liability insurance • Crane planning, hire and management supported by an extensive database of • Vessel performance control on speed, • Contract services team ships’ positions worldwide, enabling rapid bunker consumption • Major / special projects: advice and solutions in sourcing the most suitable • Weather-routing management in major projects vessel for the cargo at the time and place • Disbursement accounts, hire • Specialist installation, erection and to suit the clients’ requirements. WWL ALS calculations decommissioning services is able to provide additional worldwide • Bunkering arrangements at lowest • Pre project logistics planning, survey services which include… market prices reports and feasibility studies • Conducting all correspondence and • In house permits and escort • Any size dry-cargo tonnage (not liaison with owners/shippers on the service: escort cars, police escorts, limited to break bulk carriers), client’s behalf attendants, authority notifications multi-purpose, reefer, ro-ro and • Insurance: all levels of insurance can heavy lift tonnage INTERMODAL TRANSPORTATION be arranged • Full or part load shipments SERVICES FOR ABNORMAL LOADS • Security and bonded warehousing Accelerated learning in realistic, simulated environments • Voyage chartering, time-chartering, AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT WWL ALS period charter, bareboat contracting • Freight covers, contracting, As heavy machinery and equipment SCAN/CLICK project-engineering becomes more and more sophisticated the SEA ROAD RAIL AIR SUPPORT SERVICES • Sale and purchase of ships company’s operational teams recognise • Towage (wet and dry) or that every transportation requirement is FLO / FLO operations unique. It requires specialist knowledge and Call today - T 01472 311222 ext. 1184 W modaltraining.co.uk • Freight consultancy, market information attention to detail to ensure that the most MORE INFO

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