Lloyd’s Register (LR) has granted a Statement of Viability to Orbital Marine Power for its innovative O2-X tidal energy converter . This converter, which evolves the O2 turbine technology, has the capacity to generate 2.4 MW of renewable, predictable power from tidal flows.
This certification is part of the evaluation process of the International Electrotechnical Commission for Renewable Energy (IECRE), a globally recognized system that ensures the reliability of marine energy technologies .
O2-X Turbine Advances Toward International Certification
Orbital’s O2-X turbine is currently undergoing expansion, with projects planned in the UK, Canada and the US. This innovation reinforces Orbital’s commitment to developing sustainable energy sources , particularly in sectors such as coastal infrastructure and marine electrification projects. With the LR validation , the company is moving closer to international certification, a crucial step in the global acceptance of this technology.
The certification process, which included a ten-day workshop with more than 30 experts, culminated in the development of a Technology Qualification Scheme (TQS) to ensure the turbine’s efficiency, reliability, and safety. This progress is a testament to the UK’s leadership in marine renewables and Orbital’s contribution to the transition to a greener energy future.
Key certification for Orbital Marine
The IECRE Declaration of Viability granted to Orbital represents a key step in the certification of a pioneering technology in the tidal energy sector.
Winston D’Souza, Global Technical Authority for Marine Renewable Energy at LR, highlighted:
For his part, Calum Miller, Orbital’s New Turbine Engineering Manager, welcomed the progress in the certification process, emphasizing the importance of independent scrutiny in reducing technical risks and strengthening shareholder confidence.
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