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Cardiff Firm Partners with ABP for Tidal Turbine Demonstrator at Barry Dock

1 report, 1 independent Updated Wed 00:00
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What happened

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SETB, a firm based in Cardiff, is partnering with Associated British Ports to run a demonstrator project at Barry Dock. SETB has developed a contra-rotating, bi-directional turbine technology designed to make tidal range electricity generation more commercially viable. The demonstrator, which will feature a 2.5 metre turbine system, aims to validate the technology in an operational environment.

From aol.co.uk

Why it matters

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The technology being tested is relevant to the proposed £10bn West Somerset Lagoon project near Minehead. SETB previously received a letter of intent from the directors of the company behind that project for 250 turbines, each rated at 10 megawatts. Successful validation at Barry Dock could pave the way for wider commercial deployment.

From aol.co.uk

Who's involved

  • CardiffLocation of the firm developing the tidal turbine technology
  • Associated British PortsBritish transport company partnering to host the demonstrator at the dock
  • BarryLocation where the demonstrator project will take place
  • Barry DocksThe port facility in Wales hosting the demonstrator

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • MineheadSpeculative

    The potential for large-scale tidal energy projects might validate the technology needed for the West Somerset Lagoon project.

  • SomersetSpeculative

    Large-scale tidal energy projects could drive regional investment and economic activity in Somerset.

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