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Ocean Sun press releases:
Ocean Sun Appointed the New Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
🚀 Exciting Leadership Expansion at Ocean Sun! 🌊We are pleased to announce that Kristin Husby Mork will be joining us as our new Chief Commercial Officer, starting in April 2025. Kristin brings extensive experience in the energy sector, having previously served as...
Ocean Sun team visited the Sierra Brava project
🌟Project Update: Sierra BravaThis week, we visited our 250kWp Sierra Brava project with the ACCIONA Energía team, and we are very pleased with its progress and performance! Installed in April and commissioned in June 2024, this is our only installation with a...
Ocean Sun Floater Faced the Typhoon Kristine at Magat Dam, Philippines
🌊 Resilience and Strength: Ocean Sun Floater at Magat Dam, PhilippinesOur thoughts are with those affected by Typhoon Kristine across the Philippines. We extend our heartfelt condolences to those who have lost loved ones and hope for a swift recovery for all impacted...
Ocean Sun Appointed the New Chief Product Officer (CPO) and Chief Operation Oficer (COO)
We're thrilled to announce the addition of two exceptional leaders to the Ocean Sun AS team! 🎉 🔹 David Mikal Knutsen is joining us as Chief Product Officer (CPO). With over a decade of experience in the maritime industry, David co-founded and served as CTO at ECOnnect...
2MWp Floating Solar Project to Transform Maldives Resort’s Energy Use
Ocean Sun and Canopy Power have teamed up to launch an innovative 2MWp floating solar power system at Soneva Secret, a luxurious resort in the Maldives. Announced on June 24, 2024, this ambitious project aims to significantly reduce the resort's dependence on diesel...
MOU Signed between Ocean Sun and NHPC Limited
We’re thrilled to announce that today, Ocean Sun and NHPC Limited came together for a digital Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing!
Ocean Sun completes construction of Floating Solar Demonstrator for ACCIONA Energía in Spain
Ocean Sun has successfully completed the construction of a 250 kWp floating solar demonstrator for ACCIONA Energía, a global leader in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy, in Spain
Quarterly results Q4 2023
Ocean Sun has released its fourth quarter results 2023
Successful launch of the BOOST offshore floating solar demonstrator at La Palma
The BOOST project consortium announces the successful completion of the BOOST floating solar demonstrator (Bringing Offshore Ocean Sun to the global market).
Podcast: Navigating the Future of Renewable Energy with Ocean Sun
CEO and founder Børge Bjørneklett took part in Builder Nations’s podcast, sharing the ins and outs of Ocean Sun’s floating solar energy installations, how they differ from typical solar projects and the science behind it
Third quarter results 2023
Ocean Sun has released its third quarter results 2023
MoU between SGEL, India and Ocean Sun
Under the aegis of India-Norway Task Force for Energy, SJVN Green Energy Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of SJVN Limited (A CPSU under Ministry of Power, Govt. of India) today inked an MoU with Ocean Sun AS, Norway for collaboration in the field of new technologies in Green & Clean Energy Sector.
Ocean Sun and Inseanergy enter a partnership to supply the aquaculture industry with green energy
Following the settlement of a patent dispute earlier this year, Ocean Sun and Inseanergy have entered into a cooperation agreement to supply green energy systems based on Ocean Sun’s floating PV technology to the aquaculture industry worldwide.
Second quarter and half year report 2023
Ocean Sun has released its first quarter results for 2023. Download the report. https://youtu.be/azgXKSu_c9s
HydroSun Annual Report 2022
Ocean Sun is collaborating in a strong consortium of industry and research partners in the Green Platform HydroSun Project. The purpose of this project is to build the world's first full scale integrated hybrid power plant combining floating solar, hydropower and...
First quarter 2023 results
Ocean Sun has released its first quarter results for 2023. Download the report https://youtu.be/_3MChp2kOjI
Ocean Sun publishes Annual Report 2022
Ocean Sun has released its annual report for 2022
Fourth quarter 2022 results
Ocean Sun har released its fourth quarter results for 2022. Download the report and live webcast recording available below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yMz-3Y8P_A
Ocean Sun and IFE get grant from the Norwegian Research Council
Ocean Sun and IFE (Insitute for Energy Technology) gets 4,2 MNOK to the project Improved yield, lifetime and LCOE of floating solar power plants
Ocean Sun third quarter 2022
Ocean Sun has released its third quarter results for 2022
SPIC has commissioned world’s first offshore wind and floating solar powerplant in, Shandong, China, utilizing the patented Ocean Sun technology
SPIC is the world’s largest PV asset owner,and the successful installation of this project unlocks the potential of hybrid offshore powerplants greatly increasing efficiency and reducing LCOE.
Ocean Sun is pleased to welcome Ivar Blekastad as Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Starting 3rd of October 2022 Blekastad will join Ocean Sun and contribute to the scale-up of the company with his experience from the PV value chain
Ocean Sun’s third quarter 2022
Ocean Sun and Keppel has entered a Technology License Agreement
Ocean Sun and Keppel have signed an agreement for a 1.5 MWp floating PV project to be deployed near Jurong Island in Singapore.
Ocean Sun has signed a technology license agreement for 0.5 MWp offshore pilot in Haiyang, Shandong, China
The pilot will be connected to a wind turbine in Haiyang and is fully funded by SPIC, the world’s largest PV asset owner.
Statkraft moves ahead with final stage of the Banja Floating Solar Plant based on Ocean Sun’s innovative floating technology
Statkraft has given NTP for remaining three floaters (1.5 MWp)
Statkraft’s Banja Floating Solar Plant based on Ocean Sun’s innovative floating technology restarts commercial operation
On the 1st of April 2022, Banja Floating Solar Plant’s first floater restarted commercial operations after an incident last summer.
Annual report 2021
The board of Ocean Sun approves the 2021 annual report Annual report 2021
Ocean Sun and Sunseap to construct milestone near shore floating solar system in Singapore Strait
The system will be a 1.2MWp full-scale demonstrator that will pave way for utility scale developments in Singapore and Southeast Asia.
Ocean Sun’s fourth quarter 2021
Ocean Sun has released its fourth quarter results
Invitation to webcast of fourth quarter results 2021
The live event will be held on 10th of February 2022 at 11:00 CET
Ocean Sun has signed a technology license agreement for a nearshore demo in Yantai, China
Ocean Sun has signed an agreement with Sunneng Technology for a 1 MWp FPV pilot in Yantai, China. The project is fully funded by String Capital.
Ocean Sun receives grant decision in European patent application
The European Patent Office (EPO) has issued a decision to grant communication in one of Ocean Sun’s patent applications
Ocean Sun receives government green funds – Consortiums led by Scatec and Norsk Hydro respectively
The Green Platform is a new initiative that gives companies and research institutes funding for research and innovation-driven green growth. Ocean Sun is part of two different consortiums that have received funding under the initiative.
Second quarter and first half year 2021 results
Ocean Sun AS has released its second quarter and first half year 2021 results. For further details, please see the uploaded report under Investors > Reports & Presentations.
Ocean Sun’s flagship floater at Statkraft’s Banja reservoir starts commercial operation
On the 2nd of June 2021, the first of four Ocean Sun floaters at the Statkraft Banja reservoir in Albania started commercial operations in the presence of the Albanian Minister of Infrastructure and Energy, Mrs Balluku.
Ocean Sun’s first quarter 2021
Ocean Sun AS has released its first quarter result. For further details, please see the uploaded Q1 report under Investors > Reports & Presentations.
OCEAN SUN & MWP JOINING FLOATING SEA WATER DESALINATION WITH FLOATING SOLAR POWER
The initiative is a great example of how Ocean Sun’s seaworthy and cost efficent solution can be used in Power to X applications
Invitation to webcast of Ocean Sun AS’s first quarter results 2021
Ocean Sun will release its Q1 results 03 May 2021. A presentation will be held on the same day at 11:00 am
Ocean Sun is proud to be labeled as a Solar Impulse Efficent Solution
To address sustainability challenges while enabling economic growth, Bertrand Piccard and the Solar Impulse Foundation have identified 1000+ clean and profitable solutions.
Annual Report 2020
The Board of Directors in Ocean Sun AS approved the 2020 annual financial statements.
Ocean Sun and MP Quantum Group have signed an agreement for development of floating solar in Greece and the Republic of Cyprus
Ocean Sun has signed an agreement with MP Quantum Group (“MP”) to develop floating solar based on Ocean Sun’s proprietary technology in Greece and the Republic of Cyprus.
Ocean Sun’s fourth quarter 2020
Ocean Sun AS has released its fourth quarter result. For further details, please see the uploaded Q4 report under Investors > Reports & Presentations.
Nenad Keseric joins Ocean Sun as Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Ocean Sun AS is pleased to announce the appointment of Nenad Keseric as the new Chief Operating Officer of Ocean Sun starting from 1st of May 2021
Invitation to webcast of Ocean Sun AS’s fourth quarter results 2020
Ocean Sun will release its Q4 results 10 Feb 2021. A presentation will be held on the same day at 11:00 am
Ocean Sun and Fred Olsen Renewables to test offshore floating solar power in the Atlantic Ocean
Together with partners, Ocean Sun and Fred Olsen Renewables have been awarded EC-funds for a project under the Horizon 2020 program.
Ocean Sun has been nominated for DIGITALEUROPE’s Future Unicorn Award 2021
Ocean Sun has been nominated as one of 20 nominees in DIGITALEUROPE, Future Unicorn Award
The Institute for Energy Technology quantifies Ocean Sun’s performance gain
The scientists found that the yield on average was 5-6% higher than competing FPV solutions and up to 10% better in periods with high irradiation.
PUBLICATION OF ADMISSION DOCUMENT
View Ocean Sun’s admission document here
Private Placement successfully placed
The Company is pleased to announce that the Private Placement has been successfully placed, raising gross proceeds of approximately NOK 100 million
Contemplated Private Placement and admission to trading on Merkur Market
Ocean Sun has engaged Fearnley Securities AS to advise on and effect a contemplated private placement of new ordinary shares and subsequent listing on Merkur Market
Ocean Sun signs landmark deal in South Korea
Ocean Sun and EN technologies will take part in the world’s largest floating solar power plant.
Ocean Sun and Statkraft start construction in Albania
Ocean Sun and Statkraft commence construction of the 2 MWp reservoir project in Albania.
Ocean Sun takes its place in China
Ocean Sun establishes a Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise (WFOE) in China.
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CEO Børge Bjørneklett speaks about the potential of floating solar in two new podcasts (Norwegian)
“Enormous potential in floating solar”
Owing to its maritime heritage, Norwegian companies are well placed to contribute to the growth of the industry and Ocean Sun is leading the way.
Ocean Sun’s patent accepted in the US
United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has informed Ocean Sun that a new patent will be granted in May 2020.
Ocean Sun’s CEO interviewed by PV Magazine
Ocean Sun’s CEO, Dr. Børge Bjørneklett was interviewed by PV Magazine. Read the interview here
Ocean Sun’s system receives Statement of Conformity from DNV GL
As the first of its kind, Ocean Sun receives as Statement of Conformity for our floating solar system from DNV GL.
Ocean Sun’s CEO presented at the PV Module Forum 2020 in Cologne
After invite from TÜV Rheinland Group Ocean Sun’s CEO presented at the PV Module Forum 2020 in Cologne.
Ocean Sun present in Africa for talks around floating solar
Ocean Sun is honored to take part in high level talks in Kenya on floating solar
Ocean Sun presenting at China Photovoltaic Innovation & Technology Summit 2019
Ocean Sun presented at 2nd Annual China Photovoltaic Innovation & Technology Summit 2019
Ocean Sun presenting at Fearnley Securities and BAHR – Inaugural Renewables Seminar
Ocean Sun’s CEO presented at Fearnley Securities and BAHR – Inaugural Renewables Seminar
Asia Clean Energy Forum
Ocean Sun presented at the Asia Development Bank (ADB) hosted Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 17th to 21st June 2019.
Ocean Sun part of panel discussion in Amsterdam
Ocean Sun’s CEO was part of a panel discussion during the Floating Solar Conference in Amsterdam
GCL and Ocean Sun Sign Partnership Deal
https://www.prnewswire.com/in/news-releases/gcl-and-ocean-sun-sign-partnership-deal-835615745.html
Floating Solar Opens New Markets For Renewable Energy (FORBES)
Read the full article in Forbes here
Statkraft selects Norwegian Ocean Sun to supply floating solar plant in Albania
https://www.statkraft.com/media/press-releases/2019/floating-solar-pv/
BBC World News Click
BBC's Lara Lewington visits our demonstation plant on the West Coast of Norway.
Are Gløersen presented Ocean Sun at the Norwegian Solar Seminar in Hanoi
Ocean Sun is going
Programme http://asiacleanenergysummit.com/conference/session-synopsis/?show=international-floating-solar-symposium
Ocean Sun in PV Tech Power
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Impact4all.org Interview from InterSolar
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Floating PV – the Next Big Thing?
Ocean Sun presents at Intersolar June 20th, Hall ICM München, 09:35 am Speaker: CTO Børge Bjørneklett
Pilot installation celebrates one year
The pilot installation in Norway has been in operation for one year. It has seen winter storms with rough sea, ice and snow. In spring, the low water temperature in the fjord gives excellent cooling of the cells.
Ocean Sun presented at Norwegian-ASEAN Energy Workshop – NBAS 2018 April 16-18, Singapore
Ocean Sun speaks at the Norwegian Zero Conference
Ocean Sun Øyvind Chr. Rohn gave a presentation at the Norwegian Zero Conference.
Ocean Sun visits the Norwegian Ambassador in Singapore
H.E. Anita Nergaard together with Ocean Sun delegates to the Nordic Green Dialogue – Sustainable solutions for South East Asian urban challenge, Arnt Emil Ingulstad and Børge Bjørneklett.
24-26 October: Ocean Sun attends Asia Clean Energy Summit 2017 in Singapore
The three-day conference will host the International Floating Solar Symposium (IFSS). Here, Ocean Sun's CTO Børge Bjørneklett will give a talk on our technology and present results from the ocean pilot testing. We are excited to take part in the very first...