Mocean Advances Wave Energy Design with Key Engineering Milestones
The Mocean project team has successfully completed testing of a scaled version of its innovative Power Take-Off (PTO) system, known as the Vernier Hybrid Machine (VHM), while continuing detailed engineering work on the Wave Energy Converter (WEC) and securing critical long-lead components required for the next phase of the programme.
Successful PTO Scale Testing
A scale version of the PTO, the Vernier Hybrid Machine (“VHM”), was successfully tested at the manufacturer's facility in Scotland. The testing programme was designed to validate the PTO numerical model while reducing technical and manufacturing risk ahead of full-scale production. The testing also verified assembly methods, component integration and material performance, providing increased confidence in the system's readiness for deployment. Following the successful completion of the scale testing campaign, manufacture of the full-scale 1.9-metre diameter PTO is now underway at the same Scottish facility.
Ongoing Detailed Design Work
Building on the completion of an advanced Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) phase, the Mocean project team has continued to advance the detailed design across several critical workstreams, such as refining the Wave Energy Converter (WEC) hull modifications, electrical systems, control and communications systems, and device moorings. This work incorporates insights gained from previous analysis and testing campaigns and is focused on ensuring reliable performance and durability in offshore conditions. This phase is crucial to finalising a system readiness for deployment in a real marine environment.
Procurement of Key Long-Lead Components
The project has also reached another important milestone with the placement of orders for several long-lead components that are essential to the next stage of the programme. These include the VHM, which will be manufactured in Scotland, onboard battery systems manufactured in the Netherlands, and the mooring swivel, with manufacturing taking place across multiple locations. Securing these components early helps maintain project momentum and supports the planned timeline towards system integration and offshore deployment.
Building Momentum Towards Deployment
The project continues to make steady progress towards real-sea deployment, with key achievements across technology validation, detailed engineering and procurement. Successful testing of the scaled PTO system, alongside ongoing design refinement and the manufacture of critical components, represents another important step in reducing deployment risk and preparing the technology for demonstration in operational offshore conditions. These milestones support the programme's objective of accelerating the development of innovative wave energy technologies for future commercial application.
