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HiDef work with Cerulean Winds on successful completed surveys!

HiDef work with Cerulean Winds on successful completed surveys!

Since 2023, we’ve been conducting monthly Digital Aerial Surveys (DAS) across the Aspen, Beech, and Cedar sites as part of a comprehensive monitoring program commissioned by Cerulean Winds. These surveys have delivered invaluable data to support environmental assessments and the sustainable development of renewable energy infrastructure. With 72 surveys completed so far, covering over 7,300 km²—an area… Continue Reading

Three Months of Data Collection for Gippsland Offshore Wind Project ⭐

Three Months of Data Collection for Gippsland Offshore Wind Project ⭐

HiDef Aerial Surveying has been conducting digital aerial surveys for the Gippsland 01 offshore wind project in Australia for the past three months. As Ørsted’s first offshore wind project in Australia, Gippsland 01 represents a significant step toward diversifying the nation’s renewable energy landscape. Collaborating with AECOM as the environmental lead and Nature Advisory as… Continue Reading

HiDef sponsors Nicole Benson – Review Team

HiDef sponsors Nicole Benson – Review Team

HiDef is excited to share our support and sponsorship for Nicole Benson in our Review team who plays for Barrow Raiders Ladies (rugby league). Last weekend she was presented with her match shirt during the club’s media event. Josh Jardine and Andrea Smith – Team Leaders, went along to present the shirt on behalf of… Continue Reading

HiDef work with Cerulean Winds on successful completed surveys!

HiDef work with Cerulean Winds on successful completed surveys!

Since 2023, we’ve been conducting monthly Digital Aerial Surveys (DAS) across the Aspen, Beech, and Cedar sites as part of a comprehensive monitoring program commissioned by Cerulean Winds. These surveys have delivered invaluable data to support environmental assessments and the sustainable development of renewable energy infrastructure. With 72 surveys completed so far, covering over 7,300 km²—an area… Continue Reading

Three Months of Data Collection for Gippsland Offshore Wind Project ⭐

Three Months of Data Collection for Gippsland Offshore Wind Project ⭐

HiDef Aerial Surveying has been conducting digital aerial surveys for the Gippsland 01 offshore wind project in Australia for the past three months. As Ørsted’s first offshore wind project in Australia, Gippsland 01 represents a significant step toward diversifying the nation’s renewable energy landscape. Collaborating with AECOM as the environmental lead and Nature Advisory as… Continue Reading

HiDef sponsors Nicole Benson – Review Team

HiDef sponsors Nicole Benson – Review Team

HiDef is excited to share our support and sponsorship for Nicole Benson in our Review team who plays for Barrow Raiders Ladies (rugby league). Last weekend she was presented with her match shirt during the club’s media event. Josh Jardine and Andrea Smith – Team Leaders, went along to present the shirt on behalf of… Continue Reading

Category Archives: Our People – Project Delivery

Ben Cockshull – Project Manager

Ben Cockshull – Project Manager

Ben joined HiDef in February 2023 as a Project Manager. He brings with him a broad scientific understanding, having completed his undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences (with study abroad) at the University of Exeter including marine biology, microbial ecology and operations management.

Prior to his role at HiDef, Ben worked as a Scientific Consultant at a small firm specialising in cargo loss prevention advice in the maritime sector. During his time, he managed projects with varying size and scope from drafting technical reports and providing advice for legal and insurance clients to leading on-the-ground investigations into high-exposure cargo claims across Europe, the Middle East and West Africa.

In his spare time Ben enjoys running and birdwatching.

Anna Macklin – Project Manager

Anna Macklin – Project Manager

Anna joined HiDef in June 2022 as a Project Manager.  She has a passion for the marine environment with a background in marine biology and ecology, having completed an undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences at the University of Exeter in 2018.  Her research involved mapping fish lifecycle biogeography amongst seagrass, mangroves and coral reefs. Anna… Continue Reading

Catherine Irwin – Head of Projects

Catherine Irwin – Head of Projects

Catherine has a background in geography and spatial analysis, having completed an undergraduate degree in geography at the University of Glasgow in 2013. Catherine is our lead project manager, she is responsible for the delivery of a number of HiDef’s high-profile projects, including those for the renewable and conservation sectors. Since joining HiDef in the… Continue Reading

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