This research center focuses on enhancing the security of submarine infrastructure in the North and Baltic Seas by conducting experiments, testing, and developing innovative techniques.

The vessels are scheduled for delivery by the end of Q1 2024.

The acquisition is expected to strengthen Ashtead's product and service offering in the oil and gas and offshore wind markets.

SEA-KIT International, a longstanding collaborator with Fugro, specializes in the development of uncrewed surface vessels (USV) for maritime operations and research aimed at reducing carbon emissions.

The operation, conducted for the Moray West offshore wind farm, marks the largest collection of munitions handled on a single wind farm development.

The facility, once fully operational, is expected to create 900 jobs. The grant comes as a crucial step to advance the cable manufacturing project, which received planning approval from North Ayrshire Council in May.

The initiative is part of TenneT's comprehensive effort to promote ecosystem well-being alongside the development of offshore wind energy infrastructure.

Traditionally, the offshore wind sector has heavily relied on government support through contracts for difference (CfD) auctions, where consumers pay generators a fixed price for low-carbon power.

The Vineyard Wind 1 is set to be the first large-scale offshore wind farm in the United States, located off the coast of Massachusetts.

The owner and operator, Kishorn Port Limited, has commenced the first phase of the £2.4 million project after securing a £500,000 investment from Highlands and Islands Enterprise.