Tag: Marine Technology
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China Develops World’s First Floating Artificial Island for Deep-Sea Research
Date: November 21, 2025 China is building a floating artificial island designed for all-weather, long-term deep-sea scientific research. The 78,000-tonne semi-submersible platform will be capable of supporting researchers offshore for extended periods without resupply and operating in extreme sea conditions. The facility incorporates advanced structural designs that allow it to…
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🌊 Floating Wind Power Sets Sail in Japan’s Energy Shift
Published September 21, 2025 Japan is advancing its renewable energy strategy with the country’s first commercial-scale floating wind farm, located off the Goto Islands in southwestern Japan. Eight turbines have been installed in waters up to 140 meters deep, designed to withstand earthquakes and typhoons while providing clean energy to…
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🇯🇵 Japan to Start Planning Floating Wind Test Centre Next Year
Published September 10, 2025 Japan is taking a strategic step toward expanding its offshore wind capacity by planning a national floating wind test centre — a move expected to boost innovation and energy independence across its vast maritime zones. 🌬️ The Floating Offshore Wind Technology Research Association (FLOWRA), comprising 21…