Category: Novel Floating Ideas
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Samsung Heavy Industries to Support Floating Data Center Projects in the U.S.
Article Date: April 28, 2026 Mousterian Corporation, Inc. (M3), a developer of floating and water-adjacent data center infrastructure, and Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) have announced a strategic cooperation to jointly develop and deliver institutional-grade floating data center projects worldwide. Under the cooperation, M3 will lead development, site origination, tenant sourcing,…
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World Conference on Floating Solutions 2027: Call for Host
The World Conference on Floating Solutions (WCFS)—founded and owned by our society—is our annual flagship gathering. Launched in 2019 in Singapore, the WCFS now hosts hundreds of participants each year who are engaged with floating structures. Based on six world conferences—Singapore 2019, Rotterdam 2020, Tokyo 2023, Hong Kong 2024, Espoo 2025,…
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DNV Releases First Global Guideline for Floating Solar Power Plants
Article Date: 31 March 2021 DNV has published the world’s first recommended practice for floating solar photovoltaic (FPV) projects, marking an important step toward standardising the industry. The guideline (DNVGL-RP-0584) provides a comprehensive framework covering the design, development, operation, and decommissioning of floating solar installations. It addresses key technical aspects…
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Floating Offshore Wind Technology Advances Toward Large-Scale Deployment
Article Date: 14 May 2024 Researchers at the University of Maine are developing next-generation floating offshore wind turbine technology, aiming to unlock wind resources in deep ocean waters. Floating wind turbines are designed for areas where traditional fixed-bottom systems are not feasible due to depth. These systems are anchored using…
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Floating Data Centres Gain Traction in Japan and Singapore
Article Date: 2026 Floating data centres are gaining attention as a potential solution to rising demand for digital infrastructure, particularly driven by artificial intelligence and data-intensive applications. In Japan, Hitachi Ltd, together with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, is exploring the conversion of ships into floating data centres. The concept aims to…
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Global Report Highlights Role of Innovation in Coastal Resilience
Article Date: 2026 A new report by PEERS provides a comprehensive overview of global leading practices in coastal resilience, based on insights from over 200 practitioners across 43 countries. The study examines how coastal communities are addressing climate-related challenges through a range of approaches, including infrastructure innovation, nature-based solutions, and…
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SFSS at OTC Asia 2026
SFSS is participating in OTC Asia 2026, taking place from 31 March to 2 April 2026 in Kuala Lumpur. As a supporter of the event, SFSS is represented at the conference by council members Zhang Chi and Danny Ton, who are engaging with stakeholders across the offshore energy sector at…
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India Urges States to Prioritise Water Bodies for Floating Solar
Article Date: 21st February, 2026 India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has called on states to identify and prioritise water bodies for the development of floating solar photovoltaic (PV) projects. The initiative is aimed at accelerating renewable energy deployment while addressing land availability challenges associated with large-scale solar…
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Seattle Launches World’s First Light Rail on a Floating Bridge
Article Date: 11th February, 2026 Seattle has introduced the world’s first light rail system operating on a floating bridge across Lake Washington, marking a significant advancement in infrastructure engineering. The project, developed by Sound Transit, required innovative solutions to address the movement of floating structures. Engineers implemented flexible track systems…
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Floating Treatment Wetlands Proposed as Sustainable Solution for Manipur
Article Date: 2 February 2026 An opinion article highlights the growing need for constructed and floating treatment wetlands in Manipur as a response to increasing water pollution, urban expansion, and climate-related pressures. Floating treatment wetlands are engineered systems where aquatic plants grow on floating platforms, with roots extending into the…