How new technology is supporting the UK’s offshore wind
industry to bring down costs and accelerate construction. From new methods for
drilling into the seabed, to advanced foundation design models and improved
data capture, innovation is critical for this fast-growing market. But it won’t
be easy. Deeper waters and variable ground conditions make these some of the
most difficult construction projects in the world.



At the same time offshore wind growth targets are enormous,
and the waters where the new turbines will live are getting further offshore
making them more vulnerable to ocean weather systems. As the country seeks to
more than quadruple its installed capacity over the next decade, it faces an
enormous challenge to maintain its position as world leader, especially as
other markets are now seeking to harness offshore wind energy.



Guests



Chris Armstrong, Drilling and Template Lead, SaipemDenys Borel, Commercial Manager Marine, Fugro in FranceAlana Horton, Head of Geotechnical Laboratory, FugroInés Martín Grandes, Tender Coordinator, Fugro NorwayPeter Richards, Chief Engineer, FugroJulia Roope, Global Business Development Manager, Offshore Wind, FugroScott Whyte, Geotechnical Engineer, FugroFrank Wong, Transport and Installation Manager, Saipem



Partner This episode is produced in partnership with Fugro



Fugro is the world’s leading
Geo-data specialist, collecting and analysing comprehensive information about
the Earth and the structures built upon it. Through integrated data
acquisition, analysis and advice, Fugro unlocks insights from Geo-data to help
clients design, build and operate their assets in a safe, sustainable and
efficient manner.The post #45 Offshore Wind, Part 2 : Foundations for the Future first appeared on Engineering Matters.

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