ScottishPower Renewables Partners with Aveillant

ScottishPower Renewables has partnered with Cambridge-based Aveillant, part of the Thales Group, to test a pioneering new radar system that aims to safeguard the UK’s world-leading offshore wind industry.

Rapid growth in offshore wind technology means that much larger and more powerful wind turbines are set to be installed in the waters around the UK in the coming years. This accelerated growth has seen the UK take a global lead in offshore wind as costs have been cut and a strong supply chain has been established.  Now with ‘next generation’ offshore projects considering wind turbines with tip heights upwards of 250 metres, it is a recognised by the renewable energy industry that these projects could interfere with Ministry of Defence (MoD) radar... ... More: Official Press Release ScottishPower Renewables

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