Tributes have been paid to a pioneering figure behind Grimsby’s emergence as a world leader in offshore wind. ‘Sir’ Kurt Christensen, a fish auctioneer who saw the huge potential of green energy in its infancy, has passed away after a short illness, bravely fought. He was 73. Knighted twice by his native Denmark, from...
Read moreHumber HR People has joined Humber Marine & Renewables. The recruitment and performance management specialist was launched in 2019 by Kate van der Sluis and Kellie Calvert, and has offices on both banks of the river, at Concorde House in Kirmington, North Lincolnshire, and Aura Innovation Centre at Hessle, East Yorkshire. Sarah Carvill, business manager,...
Read moreIt is with great sadness we have learned of the passing of ‘Sir’ Kurt Christensen, following a brief illness, bravely fought. The fish auctioneer, who became a leading figure in Grimsby’s emergence in offshore wind, was crowned Humber Renewables Champion in 2023, recognising his incredible contribution to the industry. Kurt helped welcome the major...
Read moreTwo major engineering companies have forged a strategic partnership to align their combined strengths as they look to capitalise on a huge investment pipeline across the UK’s major industrial regions. On Line Group Ltd (OLG) and Blackrow Group will deliver end-to-end engineering solutions, buoyed by Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Comprehensive Spending Review. It set out...
Read moreMaersk Training is proud to announce the opening of a new Maritime & Safety Training Facility at Fletcher Technical Community College in Houma, Louisiana. This expansion marks a significant milestone in Maersk Training’s commitment to enhancing workforce development, safety, and operational performance in key industries across the Gulf Coast. Maersk Training has strategically partnered...
Read moreHumber Marine & Renewables has appointed its new stakeholder manager as it looks to increase its activity. Dave Dawson has been welcomed to the team, having been introduced to members and industry at the organisation’s Offshore Wind Connections conference and exhibition earlier this month. The business development role was made possible after HM&R successfully...
Read moreThe planet, our people and their needs have never felt more important. KnapChat offers six regional voices the space to share their insights. Leading creative marketing agency Knapton Wright is excited to announce the imminent launch of its first-ever video podcast series, KnapChat – a new space for unfiltered, inspiring conversations exploring the powerful...
Read moreHumber Marine and Renewables members are being offered a chance to broaden their horizons and explore exporting their skills, knowledge and services – to Norway. North Sea Wind Conference takes place next month, with business opportunities in six upcoming offshore wind projects to be presented by leading developers. And after an initial presence at...
Read more“Choosing to go far together.” The resonant words from key-note speaker Corrine Barry captured the spirit of Offshore Wind Connections 2025. The annual flagship conference organised by Humber Marine & Renewables, attracted a full house with delegates travelling to Hull from across the UK and beyond. Corrine, who is UK East Coast Director for...
Read moreWe hope this message finds you well and rested! Although a little delayed, we’d like to extend our sincerest thanks to everyone who joined us for OWC2025. It was truly a pleasure to reconnect with familiar faces and to welcome new attendees to the event. We hope you found the conference both informative and...
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