Welsh Government backing has been given to what will become the largest consented tidal energy project in Europe. Owned and managed by Ynys Môn social enterprise Menter Môn, the Morlais tidal scheme is the first of its kind anywhere in the world and will be...
An original Tocardo T1 turbine has been placed on permanent display at the entrance to M-SParc in Gaerwen, Anglesey. Officially opened in 2018 as Wales’ first dedicated Science Park, M-SParc is a subsidiary of Bangor University. It provides world class facilities,...
Inyanga Marine Energy Group and Verdant Morlais Ltd (VML) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to deliver a 4.9MW tidal stream energy project at Morlais in Wales, the largest consented tidal energy scheme in Europe. The project will take place in a berth close to...
Minesto – Dragon 4 vs Dragon 12 Leading ocean energy developer Minesto, has completed its build and functional testing of a sea-bed connection system for their 1.2-Megawatt power plant Dragon 12. The unique connection system, enabling one of the...
In a significant move aimed at boosting the marine energy sector, Marine Energy Wales and Morlais joined forces today in North Wales, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance their collaborative efforts. Marine Energy Wales, an initiative that supports...
What is a Freeport? A Freeport is a special economic area containing tax and customs sites where different economic regulations apply. Welsh Freeports are a joint program between Wales and UK Government. Aim of Welsh Freeports: Promote regeneration and high-quality...
