A Japanese industrial giant has announced plans to test its new tidal energy system in Scottish waters.
Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) will trial its tidal technology at the European Marine Energy Centre in Orkney, using its expertise in engines, marine propulsion and gas turbines to develop a tidal power generation system. There are hopes the deal will pave the way for future collaborations between Japan and Scotland on renewable energy systems.
First Minister Alex Salmond said: “I am delighted that KHI has decided to trial its new tidal power generation system in Scottish waters. It is a very welcome recognition of Scotland’s vast marine renewables potential.
“Japan is one of the great industrial nations of the world and I am encouraged that it shares Scotland’s vision of building on a strong engineering heritage to harness our natural resources and generate clean, renewable power that can reduce harmful emissions and tackle global climate change.”
The KHI Group makes Kawasaki motorcycles and is involved in the manufacture of aircraft, ships and power plants.
