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Ørsted and Skyports Drone Services completed a four-week trial using large cargo drones to carry maintenance equipment to offshore wind turbines. The test shows a potential logistics method for servicing offshore assets.
Verlume said its 500 kWh modular subsea energy storage system has completed testing before deployment. The system is intended for offshore wind applications, where subsea storage and power management could support operations.
Bibby Marine said battery-first eCSOVs can deliver a 40% reduction in fuel consumption compared with traditional CSOV vessels. The company argues this could improve operational efficiency even before electric charging infrastructure becomes widespread.