http://www.newenergyworldnetwork.com/investor-news/renewable-energy-news/by-technology/wind/norways-kongsberg-moves-into-wind-sector.html

 

Norwegian engineering specialist the Kongsberg Group has established a new subsidiary dedicated to the optimisation and monitoring of wind farms.

 

The company will utilise its knowledge from the maritime and oil and gas sectors, to provide solutions from its facility in Trondheim.

It is already involved in the Windsense research and development project, a crucial element to the company's commitment in the sector.

Andreas Jagtøyen, vice president at Kongsberg Maritime, said, 'Kongsberg Maritime is a world leading supplier of automation equipment to ships and the offshore sector.

'Our experience and technology is completely transferrable to the wind power segment and we believe that we can offer a strong portfolio of solutions to support wind park operational efficiency and predictability.'