The plans for construction of a subsea technology center have been welcomed by NOF Energy’s CEO George Rafferty, informs The Northern Echo.
He welcomed the decision to build the Neptune National Center in the North-East on the River Tyne in Newcastle.
“ The region has one of the most vibrant subsea sectors in the UK made up of around 100 companies, which turnover more than £1bn.
“These companies are at the forefront of technological developments, which enhance operations across the energy and telecoms industries ,” The Northern Echo quoted Mr. Rafferty as saying.
The center will feature a hyperbaric chamber capable of testing technology and materials at temperatures and pressures equivalent to those found at the deepest ocean depths.
[mappress] Subsea World News Staff, March 29, 2013; Image: NOF Energy