The Equivalent Operating Hours (EOH) programme uses algorithm-based calculations to feed back real-time forecast updates of the "remaining useful life" of transmission system parts, factoring in service history and local operating conditions.

“Without planning beforehand, maintenance of offshore wind turbines can be time consuming and costly," states Nigel Parlor, Romax's contract relationship manager. "Operations typically require specialist equipment such as jack-up vessels and cranes which have to be factored into specific ‘weather windows’.

“With