#45 Offshore Wind, Part 2 : Foundations for the Future

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.