Following the success of previous years, the challenge invites students to consider blade inspection solutions for the offshore wind industry. During the launch, students were introduced to the scale of the operation at Dogger Bank and learned about the critical importance of technician safety, as well as the business costs associated with turbines that are out of action. Working in teams, students are asked to consider the importance of effective and efficient inspection processes with an emphasis on technician safety.
The competition is delivered as part of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Sofia Offshore Wind Farm and Teesside University and is in addition to the scholarship RWE awards to a Teesside University Masters student.