The Covid 19 pandemic of 2020 has meant a big change in the way we have been able to operate. The period we were able to run did highlight a number of issues with the layout of the current boat. The requirement for social distancing looks like it will be with us for some time … Continue reading Important update on Services
Boat Trips are Back
On July 4th, 2020 the Government eased restrictions due to the Coronavirus pandemic. This allowed skippered charter boats and sightseeing boats to begin trading again with measures in place to limit the transmission of the virus. Rampion Offshore Windfarm Sightseeing On July 18th, 2020 we started to run boat trips again, with a sightseeing trip … Continue reading Boat Trips are Back
Coronavirus update – Operating Procedures v1
Effective Dates These measures will become effective from July 17th, 2020 when trips are due to start again or when all the measures are in place, whichever is the latter. The measures will remain in place until reviewed in lines with national guidance. Introduction The following measures have been introduced in addition to the standard … Continue reading Coronavirus update – Operating Procedures v1
Tourist boat operators remain closed
Defra issued new guidance regarding Covid 19 as it applies to charter boats on June 11th. In this it stated: "Tourist and trip boat operators must remain closed." "Operators should not allow skippered day boat hire or skippered day charter boat hire." It is very clear that we must remain closed for business at this … Continue reading Tourist boat operators remain closed
Coronovirus – Covid 19
The government have issued guidance to the gemeral public regarding the control of the spread of Coronovirus. Current Government guidance can be found here. Social Distancing The key advice relevant to the services offered by us is to "Avoid small gatherings in public spaces" and "If you meet others when you are outdoors ensure that … Continue reading Coronovirus – Covid 19
UK Electricity Dashboard
This electricity dashboard is live data from the national grid. It shows where our electricity is coming from at any time. On tours of the windfarm, you will learn about the Rampion windfarm project. This dashboard highlights how Rampion fits in the overall plan of future energy production. To visit the site click here The … Continue reading UK Electricity Dashboard
Offshore Windfarm -Part 4 – EIA
Environmental Impact Assessment An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) looks at the impact of the proposed development on the environment. It will look at this throughout the life of the windfarm, during the construction, operation and decommissioning stages. Large projects such as offshore windfarms are required under European Legislation to carry out and EIA. The most … Continue reading Offshore Windfarm -Part 4 – EIA
Offshore windfarms – Part 3 – Special Purpose Vehicle
Development and Consenting See also Part 2 - Consent Cost About £50 million For a 1GW wind farm. Development and consenting covers the work needed to secure consent and manage the development process through to financial close. This includes developer staff costs, environmental impact assessments and other subcontractor work. Offices of Rampion Offshore Windfarm Special … Continue reading Offshore windfarms – Part 3 – Special Purpose Vehicle
A Guide to Offshore Windfarms – Part 2 – Consent
Project management Introduction Before purchasing a number of wind turbines and placing orders for the windfarm construction, there are a number of activities that need to be completed. Firstly you need to secure the planning consent. This will require the analysis of the site to define the design and therefore the engineering aspects. An Environmental … Continue reading A Guide to Offshore Windfarms – Part 2 – Consent
Guide to Offshore Windfarms – Part 1
The Crown Estate The Crown Estate manages the seabed around England. The Crown Estate is owned by the Monarch in right of the Crown, (not to be confused with the Monarchs personal assets). This means that the Queen owns it by virtue of being the reigning Monarch. Responsibility for managing The Crown Estate is trusted … Continue reading Guide to Offshore Windfarms – Part 1