Sener in Astronomy and Science

07.31.2024

Sener in Astronomy and Science

07.31.2024

Did you know that Sener is a leading expert in systems and mechanisms for astronomy and science? With over 50 years of experience in designing and manufacturing electromechanical components and a 100% in-flight reliability record, we are a trusted partner in this field. We are also international leaders in developing complex systems for large ground-based telescopes, where we excel in the design, integration, and testing of large mirror cells. Additionally, Sener leverages its extensive experience in optomechanical and radiofrequency systems to provide tailored solutions for fusion and high-energy physics facilities.

Safety in Action

07.29.2024

Safety in Action

07.29.2024

Discover our ‘Safety in Action’ initiative, a reflection of Sener’s commitment to creating accident-free work environments. This new safety culture aligns with our purpose, mission, and values and incorporates an action plan with specific activities applicable to our projects. To effectively implement this new safety initiative, we have developed tools that allow us to apply our objectives to different projects and monitor their fulfillment.

Advances in Nuclear Fusion: Sener’s Developments in JT-60SA and DONES

07.26.2024

Advances in Nuclear Fusion: Sener’s Developments in JT-60SA and DONES

07.26.2024

Sener is at the forefront of nuclear fusion technology, driving advancements in projects like JT-60SA and Demo Oriented NEutron Source (DONES). Our focus lies in remote handling systems, where we are developing specialized actuators designed to thrive in the most challenging radiation environments. These developments will be presented at the Innovation and Science Forum for the I+DONES industry. This fundamental progress is poised to unlock highly relevant advancements, paving the way for innovative systems that will redefine the possibilities of nuclear fusion technologies.

SCRAB III – High-performance target drone

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SCRAB III – High-performance target drone

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ALANO, an autonomous logistics support platform

07.08.2024

ALANO, an autonomous logistics support platform

07.08.2024

ALANO, the unmanned ground vehicle developed by EINSA, Sener, and INTA, has been designed to support dismounted tactical units and medical evacuation operations.

Manufactured domestically, ALANO offers high mobility, a 700 kg payload capacity, and both teleoperated and autonomous modes of operation. Funded by the DGAM’s COINCIDENTE 2021 R&D program, the project incorporates advanced navigation technology with planned multi-purpose integrations for security and surveillance missions.

Presented in 2022 at the Campo de Maniobras de los Alijares during the Toledo Forum,

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ALANO, the unmanned ground vehicle developed by EINSA, Sener, and INTA, has been designed to support dismounted tactical units and medical evacuation operations.

Manufactured domestically, ALANO offers high mobility, a 700 kg payload capacity, and both teleoperated and autonomous modes of operation. Funded by the DGAM’s COINCIDENTE 2021 R&D program, the project incorporates advanced navigation technology with planned multi-purpose integrations for security and surveillance missions.

Presented in 2022 at the Campo de Maniobras de los Alijares during the Toledo Forum, the vehicle meets the logistical needs of the Spanish Army. After achieving integration for transport in the Airbus Helicopters NH90, it also participated in a tactical exercise of the Legion Brigade (Spanish Army) in May 2024.

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Carlos Martínez de Bujo, new Security Director of the Sener Group

Carlos Martínez de Bujo, new Security Director of the Sener Group

01/07/2024

Carlos Martínez de Bujo has been appointed Corporate Security Director of the Sener Group. Carlos Martínez de Bujo is taking over from José Manuel Prada, who retired on 30 June, after nine years as the head of the Corporate Security Department.

Carlos Martínez de Bujo is a career officer in the Army, specialising in communications. He has spent much of his career in units and agencies of the Ministry of Defence and the Directorate General of the Civil Guard. His jobs have included positions of responsibility in the Directorate General of Weapons and Matériel, head of the CIS Programme of the Military Emergencies Unit (EMU), and in the EMU, as commanding officer of his communications unit.

Carlos Martínez de Bujo received a Master’s in Procurement Management of Defence Systems from the Centro Universitario de la Defensa (Universidad de Zaragoza), and a Master’s in Information and Telecommunications Systems and Technology Management (INAP). During his career, he received four Military Merit Crosses with white badge, a Cross with white badge of the Order of Merit of the Civil Guard, a Cross, Encomienda, and Plaque of the Royal and Military Order of San Hermenegildo, and the National Defence Medal of the French Republic.

All this experience qualifies him for his new position as Corporate Security Director, a position in which he must guarantee the security of the nearly 4,000 people working in Sener, both in its network of offices in 18 countries, and in projects and sites all around the world. To help him in this endeavour, he will have the support of the entire team of professionals currently in the Sener Corporate Security Department, who are now under his command.

Quark celebrates its 15th anniversary leading the data center design and engineering market

Quark celebrates its 15th anniversary leading the data center design and engineering market

20/06/2024

Founded in 2009 by Miguel Gallego and Ricardo Abad, Quark today leads the market in Spain and is a key player in Europe, having designed more than 60 data centers with the highest standards of innovation, quality and energy efficiency from its offices in Madrid, Bilbao, Barcelona, ​​Lisbon and Fráncfort.

Quark, the leading data center engineering and design firm in southern Europe, celebrates its 15th anniversary this year. Founded in 2009 by Miguel Gallego and Ricardo Abad, the company has consolidated itself as a key player in the market: currently, it has a portfolio of more than 60 designed data centers, with an accumulated power of 600 MW and 250,000 square meters of built rooms. Both main colocation companies and prominent private companies are amongst its clients, such as Nabiax, Box2bit, Digital Realty, Equinix, Cyrus One, Formation, NTT, Prime or Iron Mountain.

Ricardo Abad, CEO of Quark, highlights: “Quark is a dream come true that concretely defines our desire to leverage the knowledge of the best engineers and architects for the service of the data center market. Today, our professionals are respected and recognized at an international level and we have achieved a company model very beloved by our clients and partners, which differentiates itself by its ability to collaborate in an open and dynamic way with them, accepting any challenge that we face”.

And he concludes: “this year marks the 15th anniversary of Quark, and the first since its acquisition by the Sener group: we thank the group for its trust and help to ensure that the firm can take its next big qualitative leap, with the focus put on its internationalization”.

In 2023, the firm was acquired by the Sener group, with the objective of leveraging its international presence and experience in the energy sector and in other fields of engineering, with significant advances in complex projects. During this year, Quark secured 50% more contracts than the previous year and increased its workforce by 40 people, surpassing 100 employees. On the occasion of his anniversary, Jorge Sendagorta, CEO of the Sener group, has declared: “We celebrate a year since Quark and Sener merged their capabilities. In this brief space of time, Quark has advanced its internationalization plans (…) We have contracts and offers with many of the most relevant players in the industry. I am sure that fascinating projects, international markets and much engineering and technology await us.”

The growth of the business and the incorporation of the Sener group is facilitating its expansion at international and national level: in Spain, Quark announced the opening of a technological hub for the design of data centers in Bilbao, at Sener’s headquarters, where it will incorporate 50 professionals in the coming years; the announcement follows the opening of an office in Barcelona. More recently and out of the country, Quark has opened delegations in Germany (Frankfurt) and in Portugal (Lisbon), after being awarded important projects in these and other European countries, such as France.

In these 15 years, the professional recognition obtained by Quark has materialized in several international awards, coming from organizations such as Uptime Institute, Datacenter Dynamics and IDC, which highlight the value and innovation of its solutions, efficiency and attention to detail.

SCRAB II – Jet engine target drone

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SCRAB II – Jet engine target drone

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Construction process of a floating offshore wind farm

05.15.2024

Construction process of a floating offshore wind farm

05.15.2024

About 80% of the offshore wind resource potencial lies in waters deeper than 60 meters. So, how can do we tap into this renewable energy? Thanks to floating offshore wind farms, we’re able to maximize this clean energy source, speeding up the decarbonisation of the planet and generating new employment opportunities. How to build a floating offshore wind farm? Find out!

  1. The construction process starts on land, where floating platforms, wind turbines, anchoring systems and the necessary cabling are manufactured.
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About 80% of the offshore wind resource potencial lies in waters deeper than 60 meters. So, how can do we tap into this renewable energy? Thanks to floating offshore wind farms, we’re able to maximize this clean energy source, speeding up the decarbonisation of the planet and generating new employment opportunities. How to build a floating offshore wind farm? Find out!

  1. The construction process starts on land, where floating platforms, wind turbines, anchoring systems and the necessary cabling are manufactured.
  2. The constructed elements are transported for assambly at a port near the offshore wind farm for their further installation in deep waters.
  3. Anchoring systems ensure the stability of the platforms against waves and currents.
  4. Offshore cables are installed and connected between wind turbines and offshore substations, ensuring efficient power distribution.
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SCRAB I – Jet engine target drone

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SCRAB I – Jet engine target drone

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