Projects similar to The Blue Concept are now being developed in several places around the world.
The energy potential in ocean and tidal currents is substantial and estimates continue to increase.

At the same time, problems with some current developments show us that show that the challenges must not be underestimated.It's exciting to see several different technologies being tested at the same time.Will there be a winner, or will all the developers create their own niche in the different markets? 

In any case, we at Hammerfest Strøm welcome the diversity – it is competition that will guarantee effective results.

Marine Current Turbines has been forced to postpone installation of its Seaflow prototype tidal current generator, raising strong doubts whether the project will proceed before next year.

The Engineering Business has achieved very encouraging peak outputs with its prototype Stingray tidal current generator. Results of this test programme will be ready towards the end of the year.

Teamwork Technologies has failed for a second time this year to install its AWS wave power device off Portugal, with the project again being defeated by big seas.