Comparing Two Megaprojects in the U.S. Northeast
Vineyard Wind 1 vs. Boston’s Big Dig Massachusetts has long been at the forefront of bold infrastructure ventures, each undertaking shaped by the aspirations and challenges of its era. Among the most ambitious are Vineyard Wind 1, the nation’s first commercial-scale offshore wind farm, and Boston’s Central Artery/Tunnel Project, famously known as the Big Dig. […]
Policy and Development Risks: Lessons for Canada from the U.S. Experience
Lessons for Canada from the U.S. Experience In July of 2025, Canada made the much-anticipated announcement on the identification of an offshore wind project area off the coast of Nova Scotia. The Federal and Nova Scotia provincial governments jointly designated five offshore wind project areas and a goal of developing 5 GW of offshore wind […]
Safety Walks: Why They Matter and How to Do Them Well
In offshore wind and marine construction, safety isn’t just a set of rules in a handbook; it’s a culture. And safety cultures aren’t built in the boardroom; they’re built on site. One of the most effective, and often underestimated, ways for the Client to grow that culture is through safety walks. This isn’t about management […]
Managing Budgets and Timelines in Offshore Wind Construction
The Offshore Wind Challenge Offshore wind construction is one of the most complex and capital-intensive infrastructure undertakings of the 21st century. With projects often spanning multiple years, involving international supply chains, marine operations, and weather-sensitive schedules, keeping budgets and timelines on track is no easy feat. Yet, as governments and developers race to meet net-zero […]
Part 2: HVAC vs HVDC Cable Performance and Deployment
Continuing from Part 1 of our HVAC vs HVDC article, which examined the key differences inthe fabrication of these two cables, Part 2 looks at the important differences in performance, application, and deployment. This article concludes our HVAC vs HDVC series and will provide you with a fundamental understanding of the differences between offshore HVAC and HVDC cables, allowing you […]
Part 1: HVAC and HVDC Offshore Cable Fabrication
Understanding the differences between offshore HVAC and HVDC cables is critical for project planning, cost optimization, and ensuring the reliability and efficiency of offshore wind and energy transmission systems. This article explores the key differences between these two cables which should be considered when undertaking a new offshore wind project. Offshore HVAC (High-Voltage Alternating Current) Cables Offshore HVAC […]