Email News October 2014
Welcome to the October 2014 Email Newsletter from Marine South East
If you would like to submit an article for consideration please email the text and a suitable image or logo to sj@mseuk.org
Posted 2014-09-30 09:14:05
GROW: Offshore Wind launches two Fast-Track funding calls
GROW:Offshore wind has launched two Fast-Track funding calls both of which can help English companies accelerate their offshore wind investment plans over the next 6 months, and create jobs as a result.
Fast Track Funding Call 1 - Capital Investment
The call can offer grants of up to £500k for English SMEs and can support investment in:
* Tangible Assets - land, buildings, plant, machinery, equipment
* Intangible Assets - patents, licences, know-how or other intellectual property
The call is supported by service partner RenewableUK and its' Supply Chain Strategy Group, which brings together representatives of key suppliers and OEMs in the UK offshore wind market.
The call is particularly keen to support larger projects (£50k - £500k grant) because of the beneficial knock-on effects these typically have in the wider supply chain.
Fast Track Funding Call 2 - Investing in Innovation
The call can offer grants of up to £500k for all English companies for investment in innovation projects which will help to create jobs in the offshore wind supply chain. Grants of up to 50% for eligible costs are available to cover costs of Personnel, Instruments and Equipment, Buildings and Land, Materials and consumables and Patents.
The call is supported by both the Knowledge Transfer Network and the Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult
The call is again keen to support larger projects (£50k +) and also those where grant funding will be used to meet eligible costs of external technology partners - whether educational institutions, technology centres or other companies.
For both funding calls a streamlined approvals process is in place so successful applicants are able to access funding by early November. Companies wishing to submit Expression of Interest Applications should do so by 8th October 2014 for the Capital Investment Fast Track Funding call and 15th October 2014 for the Investing in Innovation Fast Track Funding call.
For more information visit the GROW website at http://www.growoffshorewind.com/
You can download the GROW:Offshore Wind - Fact Track to Funding for Capital Investment by following the link:
http://www.growoffshorewind.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/GROW-FTF-Capital-Brief.pdf
You can download the GROW:Offshore Wind - Fast Track to Funding for Investment in Innovation at this link:
http://www.growoffshorewind.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/GROW-FTF-Innovation-Brief.pdf
Posted 2014-09-30 09:44:28
GLEAMS project concludes Glycerine is a viable, extremely clean alternative marine fuel
After a year of intense activity MSE’s ‘GLEAMS’ (Glycerine Fuel for Marine Sustainability), project has completed. The project consortium have gathered the evidence and conducted the analysis necessary to show that glycerine is a technically feasible very low emissions alternative fuel in the marine market.
Barriers to the adoption of this novel technology have been investigated and options for commercialisation defined.
GLEAMS believe there are many initial niche markets for glycerine fuel that will value its non-toxic, clean burning and safe characteristics and will not be hampered by the current lack of extended supply chains for the fuel. The project consortium are now exploring early marine sector applications for this novel fuel including: Wind Farm Support Vessels; Research and Education Vessels; Military Specialist Craft and Super Yachts.
Additionally the market for Cold Ironing (shore power) is recommended as a special case where subsidies (ROCs) would be available in the UK.
GLEAMS has been particularly successful in overcoming the widely held view that glycerine is unsuitable for use as a fuel due to its physical and chemical properties (it has a negative cetane number). The project has clearly and publicly demonstrated that glycerine can be used as a fuel in compression ignition engines by displaying the GLEAMS emissions test engine running on glycerine for three days during Seawork International 2014.
Aware of the effort required to raise awareness of glycerine as a marine fuel the project has conducted a successful publicity campaign that has attracted worldwide interest. Over 85 press articles have been published including some special features. 127 approved specialists have joined the online 'GLEAMS Interest Group' that will be maintained beyond the end of the project.
To keep informed of any spin-off projects that may develop from the GLEAMS project please join the GLEAMS Interest Group at:
http://groupspaces.com/GLEAMSInterestGroup/
Over the short to medium term the project expects the technology to be adopted, at least on a trial basis in one or more niche markets. Once proven in these early applications take up can be expected to grow organically, allowing for the unknowns of the global fuel market. It is certain that as regulations governing atmospheric emissions from ships become ever tighter, glycerine fuel will meet any envisaged limits on CO2, NOx, sulphur, particulate matter and soot.
GLEAMS is a 'Vessel Efficiency Programme' project, supported by InnovateUK and DSTL.
The image shows the GLEAMS Project partners who are:
* Marine South East Ltd
* Aquafuel Research Ltd
* Gardline Marine Sciences Ltd
* Lloyd’s Register EMEA
* Marine South East Ltd
* Redwing Environmental Ltd
Posted 2014-10-01 14:29:18
Marine South East joins with Technopolis for Scottish Enterprise project
Marine South East has been appointed a joint contractor with Technopolis for a project looking at mapping Advanced Manufacturing solutions for energy related applications in harsh environments which is being funded by the Scottish Enterprise.
The project will provide a detailed snapshot across the EU in the niche area of advanced manufacturing for energy applications in harsh environments, with particular emphasis on where Scotland's strengths can be
complemented by similar / related strengths across the EU.
Marine South East will be working with the consultancy group, Technopolis who provide evidence based support to organisations and individuals with a mission to address environmental and societal challenges and achieve economic growth by means of science, technology, innovation and education.
The project will involve putting together:
* An inventory of the relevant infrastructure, research centres (including university research groups with a strong focus in this area), key companies, clusters and
networks across the EU in the niche
* A graphical representation of the European value chain (or network) in Advanced Manufacturing for energy applications in harsh environments, including R&D
services, test houses and providers of specialist materials, components, subsystems and complete solutions
* An overview of key areas of common opportunity (i.e. where the 'match' is strongest) and the barriers which appear to inhibit regions and industry from finding each other (learn/connect) and then working together (demonstrate and upscale).
The project is due to be completed by the end of 2014; for further information please contact Jonathan Williams jw@mseuk.org
Posted 2014-10-01 10:17:22
MSE to deliver second phase of Rampion Wind Farm Supply Chain Project
Marine South East has been appointed to deliver Phase II of the Rampion Supply Chain Project, following on from the setting up of the supply chain web portal (http://www.sussexwindenergy.org.uk/) and the success of the meet the buyer event held earlier this year.
Phase II of the project will involve refinement of the Sussex Wind Energy web portal which has been developed to help local suppliers benefit from the development of the Rampion Wind Farm. New areas will be added to the website to give more information on the development of the wind farm, grant funding schemes, refinement of the procurement categories on the website and wider access to information on published tenders and contract awards.
The Sussex Wind Energy website can be accessed here:
http://www.sussexwindenergy.org.uk/
An additional Meet the Buyer event will be organised for early 2015 aimed at local suppliers targeting the specific areas of operation and maintenance of the wind farm, vessel supply and operational services.
To keep up to date with news and information regarding the Rampion Wind Farm Supply Chain project please register your interest on the website at:
http://www.sussexwindenergy.org.uk/
Posted 2014-10-01 10:32:10
Inspirational lineup of speakers annouced for annual Shipwrights Lectures, 15th October 2014, Southampton
A University professor, composites yacht builder, inspirational single-handed deaf yachtsman, joiner shipwright and panel of experts chaired by an experienced journalist are among the eclectic line-up of personalities who will be presenting at the 2014 Shipwrights Lectures.
The lecture series, now in its fourth year, promises to be a riveting occasion for marine apprentices, young shipwrights and students. The event takes place on Wednesday 15th October 2014 at the Turner Sims, University of Southampton at 14.30.
The year's lectures will be opened by Professor Ajit R Shenoi, FIME, FINA, The Lloyds Register/Royal Academy of Engineering Research Professor in Lightweight Structures and the first Director of the Southampton Marine and Maritime Institute. Professor Shenoi has been a lecturer at the University of Southampton since 1981 and is a specialist in lightweight composites and ship science design. This will be followed by a panel discussion entitled, 'Marine Electronics - 'Past, Present and the Future' chaired by the well-known yachting journalist and broadcaster, Matt Sheahan, Technical Editor of Yachting World. The discussion will focus on electronics, electrics and related power management requirements on yachts, both sail and power; a particularly relevant topic for all marine apprentices.
Oyster Yachts Joiner Shipwright, Alice le Good will talk about her apprenticeship and subsequent experiences at the world-class yacht builder Oyster Yachts and will be followed by Richard Acland, CEO of Green Marine who will give his perspective on the latest developments in state-of-the-art composites and super-fast racing yachts.
To bring the event to a close we are delighted to announce that the award-winning Gerry Hughes, the first profoundly deaf person to sail single-handed around the world will talk about his inspirational voyage. Gerry received the RYA Sailability Personal Endeavour Award for his 32,000 mile circumnavigation via the Five Great Capes in Quest III, his Beneteau 42s7.
The aim of the Shipwrights Lectures is to inform, inspire and show apprentices and students how careers in the immensely wide-ranging marine industry can develop from learning skills in engineering, laminating, wiring, joinery and outfitting to design, naval architecture and management. Attendance is free for apprentices nominated by their employers and young people under the age of 25 who are studying in the marine sector. Each apprentice receives a certificate of attendance.
For more information and to register your attendance please visit: http://www.shipwrights.co.uk/education/shipwrights-lectures
Posted 2014-09-30 09:16:40
Future Solent 3rd Annual Conference, 7th November 2014, Portsmouth Dockyard
Future Solent are proud to announce their 3rd Annual conference and expo which is expected to attract over 200 businesses from the Solent area. This event is an opportunity to hear from businesses that have received assistance from the Green Growth fund, to gain information about the new Solent energy strategy and on projects in which our partners are involved.
The conference offers a unique chance for Solent businesses, academics and the Public Sector to network and feedback on the activities of Future Solent.
The theme for the day will be 'Energising the Solent'
* How has Future Solent helped local business grow and create new jobs in the last 12 months?
* Outlining the Solent energy strategy
* Southern Water's plans to help businesses reduce water and energy costs
* Progression of the Hampshire Community Bank and how it will lend
* Meet Solent Green Economy businesses
* Plans for the future - Solent low carbon construction hub and Cleantech cluster
* Interactivity with audience response technology
* Top quality speakers including a Minister
All for £30 (inclusive of VAT)
Refreshments and lunch will be provided
To make a provisional booking or for more information e-mail richard@futuresolent.co.uk
To book a space for you and colleagues go to: http://www.futuresolent.co.uk/conference
The event will run from 8.30am to 4.00pm
