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Pride of place for iconic tidal energy turbine
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,...
Buoy relaunch signals new phase of wildlife monitoring for Welsh tidal scheme
A data gathering buoy linked to north Wales tidal energy scheme, Morlais, embarks on its second mission this week following its launch off the coast near Holyhead. The vessel, also known as the Marinus LiDAR buoy, is part of a significant research exercise to ensure...
Marine Energy Wales and Net Zero Industry Wales partner up to strengthen Wales’ clean energy voice
Marine Energy Wales (MEW) and Net Zero Industry Wales (NZIW) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, outlining and enhancing their collaborative efforts to support the marine renewable energy industry in Wales. MEW serves as a unified voice for the tidal stream,...
Wales poised for a £46.8 billion investment opportunity from renewables by 2035
New analysis reveals that Wales has an unprecedented £46.8 billion investment opportunity from renewable energy by 2035—a transformation that could drive long-term economic growth, create thousands of jobs, and invigorate Welsh communities. Preliminary research...
Wales Crown Estate Commissioner to be appointed for the first time
For the first time, the UK Government will appoint a Crown Estate Commissioner to provide advice at board level on the conditions in Wales. Their advice will further support the Commissioners’ existing role in ensuring Wales benefits from the drive for clean energy,...
Marine Energy Wales and the National Hydropower Association strengthen collaboration with signed agreement
Marine Energy Wales (MEW) and the National Hydropower Association (NHA), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, outlining and enhancing their collaborative efforts to support the global marine industry. MEW serves as the representative body for the tidal stream,...
HydroWing wins at the 2024 Wales STEM awards
HydroWing has been recognised for its contribution to STEM in Wales, winning the Innovation award. The winners of the Wales STEM Awards 2024 were announced at a prestigious awards ceremony hosted by broadcaster Lucy...
Celtic Freeport CEO Accepts Patron Role at Pembrokeshire’s SPARC Alliance
Luciana Ciubotariu, former Head of Trade and Investment for Thames Freeport and now CEO of Celtic Freeport, has enthusiastically accepted the role of Patron for the SPARC Alliance. Established last July by Pembrokeshire College and Pembrokeshire County Council, with...
Series of supply chain networking events announced for Anglesey’s Morlais project
Businesses across the region are invited to a networking event to learn about the supply chain opportunities linked to North Wales based tidal energy development, Morlais. Based in Ynys Môn (Anglesey), Morlais is a tidal energy scheme run by Menter Môn....
Blackfish Engineering announce strategic partnership to advance c-dart technology
Bristol-based firm Blackfish Engineering have announced a strategic partnership with Aberdeen-based manufacturer AJT Engineering to fast track the commercialisation of their C-Dart Technology. Designed for renewable energy applications, the system offers a new...