Subsea & Offshore Service Magazine June'14 Issue

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Print runs are increased when we are to attend both the national and international oil and gas exhibitions, gaining our clients as much awareness and exposure as possible.

Contents Focus on Aberdeen with Adil

Marsol International and Aubin Group announce partnership to offer industry-first pigging solution Proserv boosts global capabilities after landing record subsea contract

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ROVOP expands fleet with £17M investment in five new vehicles

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Area Review

Focus on Aberdeen region with independent energy consultancy - Adil

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After forty years in the oil and gas industry, Aberdeen has become the Energy Capital of Europe. Home to more than a thousand businesses within the energy sector, the city is one of the most influential energy hubs in the world and a recognised centre of excellence for oilfield skills, knowledge and expertise.

“The idea that the UK’s North Sea oil fields have passed peak production seems to have done little to deter the major companies from investing in Aberdeen and a number of them have opened new offices or expanded existing operations in recent years,” said managing director James Paton.

Since the early oil boom of the 1970s this thriving economic powerhouse has fostered some of the most innovative and successful companies in the global oil and gas industry. Today, it houses an extensive portfolio of capabilities and a network of talent which is driving forward industry breakthroughs that are central to Scottish, UK and worldwide efforts to build a sustainable energy industry.

“As an organisation we have invested heavily in supporting infrastructure as the foundation to expand our company both in terms of our people and our capabilities in line with growing market needs. This has included strengthening the management team with senior appointments in our projects and operations teams, both of which play a key role in our strategy for 2014 and beyond.

One such company is leading independent energy consultancy ADIL. Increasing demand for ADIL’s specialist energy consultancy services has resulted in strong domestic growth figures for 2013 and positioned the company for the next stage in its international expansion strategy.

“Indeed the significant growth we saw in 2013 builds on our success story to date and is a clear indication of not just our strong track record in delivering high value niche services underpinned by technical expertise and innovation, but also of a growing demand in the marketplace.”

With 190 personnel in offices in Aberdeen and London, as well as teams in UK, Middle Eastern and Chinese sites, the company reported a 53% rise in revenue to £31million and a 20% increase in employee numbers in its latest results.

ADIL is currently providing field development services for projects with CAPEX in excess of £2.5bn. and is predicting continued growth in the coming years from the international market.

This steady growth will provide the platform for ADIL to expand its services in the production operations and software development sectors going forward, and extend its international reach with an initial focus on Africa and south-east Asia.

“We want to maintain a focus on our traditional business but develop new offerings to enable diversification as we look to build our presence in the global arena,” added Mr Paton.

“Very different to our traditional service offering, we recently developed and delivered our first fully bespoke, in-house business management system for an operator which will ensure a standard of business practice can be achieved across their organisation.

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to support the smaller, independent oil operator’s activities around the globe.

“This type of diversification is typical of the growing interest we are seeing in the marketplace, particularly from the independent operators and I see our business solutions stream as a key component of our growth strategy going forward.

“Looking to the future, the UK North Sea will remain a critical market for us but there are also significant opportunities in developing regions where experience, innovation and the ability to deliver high performance results are in demand.

“In particular our London office is an increasingly important base for us as we look to grow and gain access to new international opportunities.”

“An integral part of our strategy is identifying and steering forward projects that will bring economic development value to our customers in the Aberdeen region and the wider UK Continental Shelf. In order to deliver this successfully however, you need to have the right people with the right experience on board.

“In a tight labour market, that can be a challenge. We are fortunate in that most of our staff have between 20 and 30 years’ operator and international experience in the oil and gas industry and a proven track record in their fields.”

“Among the changing needs that we are seeing in the sector is a growing interest in business management systems, in particular

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The skills issue isn’t the only influencing factor. As the oil and gas industry matures, so too does the size, scale and needs of the exploration and production companies operating in the field.

With this evolution, however, comes opportunity.

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Saltire Energy recognised for fastest-growing profit on Sunday Times league table Saltire Energy, a leading supplier of drilling tools to the offshore oil and gas industry, has secured a position on The Sunday Times BDO Profit Track 100 league table, in acknowledgment of the Group’s significant rise in profit figures over a three year period.

The 15th Sunday Times BDO Profit Track 100, which was published in the Sunday Times on 13 April, is an annual league table ranking 100 of Britain’s privatelyowned companies with the fastestgrowing profits.

In 2013, Saltire Energy reported a record turnover of £32.9million, an increase in over 50% from the previous year. The Group has experienced strong local and global growth following the expansion of its operations in the UK, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and Norway.

Mike Loggie, Chief Executive of Saltire Energy, said: “The Sunday Times BDO Profit Track 100 is highly-regarded within the business community. Securing a spot on this year’s league table is an enormous achievement for us.

“Saltire Energy was listed on the Sunday Times Fast Track 100 ‘Ones to Watch’ table last year - we have since grown the company by investing back into

the business, which has allowed us to accelerate our capabilities and increase our global presence.

“As a result of our rapid growth we are outgrowing our current Aberdeen headquarters. A £5million investment has allowed us to build a new facility and consolidate our operations within one location. We also have plans to open a new base in Thailand, strengthening the Group’s presence in the Asia Pacific region and enhancing our client offering in the area.

“Scottish businesses have a strong presence on the list this year which is highly-encouraging for development in the region. I am confident that we will build on this success in the future and drive our business growth forward.”

The Profit Track 100 league table is sponsored by International accountancy network, BDO, and compiled by Fast Track, the Oxford-based research and networking events company.

The league table ranks 100 privatelyowned, British companies with the fastestgrowing sales over a three year period.

Published within The Sunday Times, it has acknowledged top performing private companies for the past 15 years.

The companies featured on the league table will come together in June at a prestigious black tie awards dinner at The Savoy, London.

Six awards for excellence will be presented during the event to the companies that merit special recognition.

The awards include the Best Brand, Customer Service, Value Creating, Best Management Team, Ones to Recognise and Fastest-Growing Company.

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Power Jacks celebrates record year with strengthened senior management team Fast-evolving engineering company Power Jacks has marked record growth in its 25-year history with the company’s sales revenues increasing by 175% to £13.1million in 2013.

The company has also bolstered its senior management team in order to meet growing global demand for its products and services, particularly in the oil and gas sector.

Keith Mackie takes up the newly-created role of deputy managing director while Ian Porter has been appointed operations director. Both bring extensive operational oil & gas expertise with Keith joining Power Jacks from Cosalt Offshore and Ian having previously worked for GE. Power Jacks, which is headquartered in Ellon, Aberdeenshire, specialises in producing world-class industrial lifting and positioning equipment including screw jacks, actuators & lead screws.

Bruce Bultitude, chairman and managing director at Power Jacks, said: “To attract two high-calibre people as Keith and

Ian to Power Jacks is a significant endorsement of the business success and key to our plans for continued growth. The company invested £6million in a state-of-the-art, purpose-built manufacturing facility at Ellon and within three years, we are already starting to reap the rewards with plans to more than double again over the next three to five years.

“We are expanding across a number of industries with a particular focus on the subsea and topside sectors of the oil & gas industry where we are experiencing a sharp increase in activity for our core electro-mechanical products. There would appear to be a step-change in the industry to move away from hydraulic to electro-mechanical solutions which can offer safer, maintenance free and more environmentally-friendly solutions for lifting and positioning of high loads.

“Strengthening our management team is a key part of our strategy for sustained growth with Keith and Ian each having a key role to play in further driving forward our international business operations.

Together, they have an impressive track record in operational experience in oil & gas services which, combined, spans more than 60 years.”

Formerly operations director at Cosalt Offshore, Mr Mackie was responsible for overseeing the scheduling, management and delivery of operations, with a focus on ensuring quality management of safe, efficient and timely operations across the company’s range of integrated lifting services.

Prior to this, Mr Mackie held senior positions with Fisher Offshore Ltd, Stats Group (UK) Ltd, International Paper (UK) Ltd. & WYKO. Mr Porter was formerly oil & gas subsea manufacturing executive at GE where he led the company’s global manufacturing operations including its subsea trees and controls. With more than 35 years of manufacturing and operational experience, the last 22 have been with GE various divisions including GE Oil & Gas, GE Energy and GE Aviation.

Power Jacks’ market activity spans more than 70 countries and a diverse range of industries from aerospace, defence and industrial auto-motion solutions to civil engineering and energy including renewable, oil & gas.

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Among the company’s high-profile portfolio of more than 5,000 clients are blue chip companies such as Airbus, BAE, Cadbury, Diageo, Ferrari & Red Bull Racing, Glaxo, ICI, Rolls Royce, Unilever, and major oil and gas companies.

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Over the last 20 years, the company has also trained more than 50 apprentices in mechanical and machinery disciplines ranging from assembly to electrical while it currently has five apprentices under its training wing with plans to recruit up to three new apprentices each year.

Power Jacks strengthens management team (from left to right): Ian Porter, Bruce Bultitude and Keith Mackie

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Available in quarter-turn, rotary and linear versions, robust Rotork CMA actuators perform numerous process control valve, metering pump and damper applications.

Single-phase or DC electrical power is all that is required for simplified installation and control valve actuation in safe or hazardous areas.

Explosionproof certification to international standards is available.

The latest ‘Performance Plus’ development introduces a user selectable increased shut-off torque/thrust option. Developed in response to industry feedback, this option enables a more tailored and costeffective sizing regime to be applied to both the modulating and tight shut-off demands of the control valve. A tight shut-off is often required as part of the valve duty, leading to potential over-sizing of the actuator for mid-travel modulating operations. The increased torque/thrust option is selected and configured during

the actuator set-up programme, as part of a logical menu-driven process using an internal electronic LCD display and pushbuttons.

A new model size has also been introduced to the rotary CMA design, creating a range that is suitable for virtually all process control applications. Upgrades to internal electronics and HMI enhancements complete the list of improvements across the range. For additional functionality, all rotary CMA actuators have output speeds that are adjustable down to 50% of full speed, in 10% increments.

Manual operation is available as standard whilst optional extras include local pushbuttons and selector switch, digital position indicator and network compatibility with Rotork Pakscan, HART®, Profibus®, Modbus® and Foundation Fieldbus®

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Explosionproof CMA actuators deliver ‘Performance Plus’ process valve control

The maintenance-free CMA drive train, permanently lubricated and environmentally protected to IP67, can be mounted in any orientation. Accepting an industry-standard 4-20mA control signal, the CMA provides accurate and repeatable positional control. Resolution is 0.2% on linear.

Bender UK expands territory into The Republic of Ireland Bender UK is now responsible for the supply, installation and support of its Electrical Safety and Healthcare products across the Republic of Ireland as well as Northern Ireland.

Bender UK already has a strong presence in the north, especially in the healthcare sector through supply and installation of IPS, UPS, turnkey theatre packages and verification services, however the Republic was previously serviced through Secure Power Engineering Ltd.

Bender UK offers proven capability and expertise for users of critical power

Bender UK Managing Director Steve Mason explains: “Bender is a world leader in electrical safety and power management systems and we harness that technology creating tailored solutions which precisely meet the needs of customers who simply cannot afford their power systems to fail.

We work with them to ensure maximum availability and total safety while also helping to manage power consumptions and reduce costs.

“Steve Cullen was very successful in developing the market for Bender products in Ireland through Secure Power

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Engineering, and Bender UK has the vision to build on what Steve achieved.

This is positive news for both our existing and new customers - providing the opportunity to take full advantage of the experience and expertise of a world leader.”

All enquiries for Bender products and contact information for Chris Simmons should be directed to the Bender UK office

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Ireland-based Chris Simmons is the new Sales Manager for the territory and brings with him a wealth of industry expertise and experience. He comments: “I am looking forward to my new role along with the exciting challenges that it brings enhancing the Bender offering to existing customers and introducing our outstanding technology to new areas.”

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Marsol International and Aubin Group announce partnership to offer industry-first pigging solution Application saves client over $3million!

UAE-based global marine solutions provider, Marsol International and chemical engineering specialist Aubin Group has announced a partnership agreement to provide an ‘industry first’ total pigging solution for non-piggable pipelines.

Marsol and Aubin delivered a solution to achieve a world’s first by completing the successful displacement of pipeline preservation fluid in three, 48 inch pipelines using sales oil providing an extremely cost effective, environmentallyfriendly solution. This saved a client in excess of $3million.

Following successful field trials, the two firms have joined expertise to provide the Middle East, Far East and African markets with a complete product and engineering solution where conventional pigging is not applicable.

The application is ideal for older fields that were not designed for pigging and/or have suffered damage. The solution is also well suited to pigging or cleaning pipe infrastructure which contains 90 degree bends and/or T-pieces Marsol men at work

that has varying internal diameters in the same configuration. The solution reduces the need to strip down, clean and reassemble components, and also reduces the potential for environmental damage.

The partnership will enable Marsol and Aubin’s clients to benefit from Marsol’s asset management, marine services and pipeline operational engineering capabilities combined with Aubin’s pipeline pigging tool EVO-Pig and pipeline cleaning ‘Pipeline Gels’.

Mike Young, Managing Director, Marsol International, said: “Marsol and Aubin have developed a relationship which is based on a technical solution rather than product supply.

With Marsol’s onsite engineering and technical ability, and Aubin’s innovative product development in the area of Pipeline Gels and Pigging, we are in a very strong position to offer our clients a cost and time saving solution.

We are looking forward to expanding the offering to new and existing clients who have previously been unable to find an effective Pigging solution in the market.”

Raymond Stirton, Well Services and Pipelines Director, Aubin Group, said: “Aubin’s Pipelines division is achieving

a strong presence in the Middle East and this partnership is the logical step which allows us to offer clients in the region an industry-first solution.

Aubin prides itself on its innovative Pigging tools and Pipeline Gels that continue to meet clients’ specific criteria for their pipeline challenges.

We are delighted to formally recognise the partnership with Marsol International who bring innovative engineering solutions and capabilities and are excited about the global opportunities it will bring.”

Marsol operates globally in the marine engineering, subsea and associated offshore oil and gas sectors.

The company has offices in Dubai, Fujairah, and Abu Dhabi and through its shareholders and associates offices throughout MENA and the Far East as well as East and West Africa and Europe.

Aubin Group was established in Aberdeenshire, Scotland in 1987 and operates in the UK, Norway, Middle East, North Africa and Brazil.

It designs, researches, develops, manufactures and supplies high-quality chemical technology for a wide range of energy industry applications.

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Bibby Offshore expands facilities in Westhill Award-winning subsea installation contractor, Bibby Offshore, has further expanded its operations in Westhill, Aberdeenshire, with the opening of a purpose built workshop and warehouse facility this month.

Named, The Hangar, the building has been leased for 15 years and has in excess of 50,000 square foot, including storage, workshops, warehouse, office space, a yard and maintenance facilities.

In addition to the lease agreement, the firm has further invested in the facilities; fitting it out with a 16 tonne Gantry Crane, and five separate workshops for various specialties including fabrication, hydraulics, electronics, dive hats and diver umbilical’s.

The Hangar allows Bibby Offshore to have full control of these functions, which was previously outsourced.

proves our commitment to this area and the growth of the business.

The workshop and warehouse facility is the next major milestone for the business and complements our purpose built headquarters, Atmosphere One, which is already based in Westhill.”

In May 2013, Bibby Offshore relocated to its new multimillion pound, purpose built headquarters at Prospect Park, Westhill.

The company had previously been based at the Harbour area in Aberdeen.

In addition to The Hangar, the company will retain its current facility at the Harbour area’s Nord Centre.

Earlier this year, Bibby Offshore won the Company of the Year award at the 2014 Subsea Expo Awards.

Bibby Offshore and Bibby Remote Intervention Limited, has grown from 10 employees in 2003 to now employ more than 1,300 people onshore and offshore worldwide, with offices in Aberdeen, Liverpool, Newcastle, Houston, Singapore and Trinidad.

The company has an international fleet of eight subsea support vessels and 15 Remote Operating Vehicles (ROV) and will continue to add to their fleet to meet demand.

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John Black, Supply Chain Manager, Bibby Offshore, said: “The Hangar is a significant investment by Bibby Offshore to ensure we are continuing to offer the best in class facilities for our staff and clients. Taking the facility on a long term lease further

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Passion for Scotland proves a blessing for Caiman Software A passion for Scotland led to software specialist Ivar Blessing moving from his Holland homeland to the North-east where he is successfully applying his skills to heavy-regulated industries such as oil and gas.

After marrying wife, Katherine, who hails from the United States, the pair decided to set up home in Angus after Ivar landed a job with Aberdeen-headquartered Caiman Software, an independent company specialising in bespoke software solutions for quality and business management.

“We both love Scotland and so decided to move here,” said Ivar, 33. “When we thought about where we wanted to live, Aberdeen came high up and then I was fortunate to be offered a job with Caiman Software as a senior software developer.

“It was a really good job interview and I just clicked right away with the team at Caiman Software which, through focusing on integrated quality and business management systems, is helping companies to significantly improve their business efficiency and achieve industry standards such as ISO accreditation.

“It’s a really interesting challenge and through the clients that I’ve been working with, I’ve learned a lot about oil and gas which is fascinating. We have an oil and gas industry in Holland but it’s nothing on the scale of what Aberdeen has.”

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Ivar’s extensive experience in software development across a diverse range of industries has stood him in strong stead for his role at Caiman Software. From e-commerce and heavy-load transport to banks and insurance companies, Ivar has built up

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an impressive track record for developing tailor-made software solutions.

“No matter the nature of the business or industry they’re in, the key to developing the right software is to understand exactly what the needs of the end user are. Everyone has a smartphone and a laptop at home, and everyone in business wants to be able to access information wherever they are so that they can make quick and informed decisions.

“Caiman has developed a fully-integrated business and quality management system, Caiman IQ, which encompasses every aspect of a business and can be used both on and offline. It is also a more sustainable and cost effective solution because it can be implemented on existing hardware or in the cloud and its modularity means it can be scaled with business growth.

“It’s a really satisfying job and I like the interaction with clients especially when they see the results of how the software can quickly help improve their business operations. Caiman has a strong, vibrant team who are hands-on and can quickly adapt which gives the company a real competitive edge.”

Originally from Purmerend, near Amsterdam, Ivar studied Information and Communication Technology before embarking on his career at 18 when he started working for a specialist recruitment company as a web designer.

“I started my career during the dot com bubble in the Nineties but then the bubble burst and people realised there was the harder side of the business. The company I worked for was

Ivar studied Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Applied Sciences in Amsterdam and after graduating, he went on to work for an e-commerce company where he became involved in web development.

He then went into business with a friend and was involved in developing a website for the heavy-load transport industry by designing a route calculator whereby drivers and businesses could work out the best travel route including maximum load weights, pin pointing tunnels to avoid and highlighting areas where permits may be required.

“I like the challenges involved in working for different businesses

and industries in different environments.

You have to be able to quickly relate and adjust to their needs.”

Before joining Caiman, Ivar worked for a hyperlocal news website company where he was the only software developer until the company grew within three years to more than 120 employees. He then worked for an e-commerce company specialising in all-encompassing websites for businesses such as book shops and opticians before getting married and deciding to move to Scotland.

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bought by a magazine publishing company where I continued to work as a web programmer before deciding to go back to university.”

“We’re really settled here,” said Ivar who, along with Katherine, is a member of the Scottish Wildlife Trust and volunteers for the local cat shelter. “Aberdeen is a colourful and international city, and I like the atmosphere. I’m really fortunate to have got a job at Caiman Software which is a growing business and it’s great to be a part of that.”

Major subsea contract sees Expro expand operations in Azerbaijan Leading international oilfield services company, Expro, has secured a milestone subsea contract with BP for the Shah Deniz Stage 2 project in the South Caspian Sea, one of Expro’s largest Europe CIS contracts to date.

The 5-year contract, worth almost $100m, will see Expro provide completion landing string equipment and services for the installation and completion of Shah Deniz Stage 2 subsea wells, covering 24 new subsea completions.

As a result of the contract, Expro is set to invest in its subsea onshore support base and infrastructure in order to support BP locally in Baku, Azerbaijan.

reliability to develop fields with challenging conditions.

Keith Palmer, Region Director for Europe CIS at Expro, comments: “This contract further strengthens Expro’s relationship with BP through the provision of our ELSA landing string technologies.

Expro have been a leading provider of subsea equipment and services to BP in Azerbaijan since 2009, performing to a high standard of safety and service.

Our specialist subsea teams have deployed more than 1500 completions and 2000 exploration operations to date, clearly demonstrating that Expro is the first choice global subsea landing string provider for reliability in deepwater.

This additional contract allows Expro to establish further infrastructure and personnel in Baku, to enhance our local presence. This in turn will also allow Expro to promote and provide other products and services to our client base in this area.”

Expro will supply its Landing String Assembly – High Pressure (ESLA-HP) 15k valves in conjunction with its EXPRESS electro hydraulic control systems thus ensuring a fast Emergency Shut Down during the clean-up of high pressure/high rate gas wells.

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The ELSA-HP has been developed to service the high pressure horizontal tree completion and intervention market.

With systems designed and qualified up to 15,000 psi, 250 degF and 10,000ft water depth, this landing string assembly provides clients with the safety and

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Hydrasun invests to support subsea intervention operations Aberdeen-based Hydrasun, a leading specialist provider of integrated fluid transfer, power and control solutions to the global energy market, has invested more than £600,000 in new specialist equipment and inventory, for the completion of High Pressure long length specialist Hose Assemblies for subsea intervention operations.

The investment, driven by the on-going success and development of sales of the High Pressure Polyflex Hose series to key customers including BP, Weatherford, Well-Ops, Saipem and Cameron, equips Hydrasun with the technology and capabilities to provide a turnkey service offering in relation to product developments, the latest of which is the 3” Black Eagle Hose by Parker.

Complementing its existing 1 1/2 ” and 2” product lines, and available with working pressures of 5K, 10k and 15K psi this product can be supplied in lengths of up to 800 metres with its Hydrasun Technician in action

enhanced mechanical, temperature and flow characteristics offering significant operational reliability and performance advantages as well as time and cost savings for customers undertaking subsea intervention operations.

As Parker’s premier supplier within the UK, Hydrasun has direct access to the Black Eagle family of products. Off the shelf availability of these products allows for the supply, of completed bespoke assemblies in a short lead time, typically within one week.

Further extending its in-house operational capabilities, Hydrasun has invested significantly in assembly and testing equipment, including a new Crimping Machine, which can crimp Hoses up to 10” in diameter with a crimp force of 1200 tonnes as well as enhanced reeling equipment facilitating the safe handling and movement of assemblies of up to 10 tonnes.

In a related product development, Hydrasun has recently expanded its range of complementary fitting products with the design and development of a new Cardanic coupling, enabling multiple sections of hose to be joined together, providing significant operational advantages and workscope extension possibilities to customers.

Hydrasun’s Sales and Marketing Director, Craig Sangster said: “One of Hydrasun’s leading objectives is to provide our customers with access to a product and service offering within rapid timescales that suit the nature of their operations.

By developing the suite of High Pressure Hose Assemblies we can manufacture within our own facilities, we can deliver the speed of response our customers require whilst delivering innovation and real value to their operations going forward”.

3Sun Group appoints Chairman

Operating in the oil and gas and wind sectors both onshore and offshore, 3sun Group is an established supplier of control panels for offshore oil and gas subsea and platform applications, as well as the installation, inspection and maintenance of wind turbines. Mr Dawson’s role as chairman will underpin the company’s growth plans and commitment to delivering a high-quality, fully-integrated service from launch to completion.

Mr Dawson’s career spans 40 years and includes a variety of high profile positions in the utilities industry. He has earned a number of professional qualifications and honours including an OBE awarded in 2008 for services to the energy and water industry, an Honorary Doctorate of Engineering from the University of Brighton and president of the Pipelines Industries Guild until 2013. Mr Dawson started his career with British Gas as a graduate trainee, and over 20 years progressed to become responsible for the UK’s Distribution network for Transco, now the National Grid. He was also President of the Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers in 2001.

More recently, Mr Dawson is also as chairman with J. Murphy and Sons, the UK and International Construction Company.

Mr Dawson commented: “3sun Group is recognised in the industry as a dynamic and innovative company. Its growth in the last six years is impressive and I look forward to joining the board to share my experience and leadership skills to help deliver the best possible products and services to its clients.”

3sun Group was recently awarded a £10m investment from BGF (Business Growth Fund) to drive continued business growth in the UK, and aid its expansion in Europe.

3sun Group comprises 3sun, a supplier of instrument and control products and services; 3sun Inspection which offers a full range of equipment inspection and

testing services in the energy sector; Dawson Energy, an industry leader in delivering installation and maintenance services for off and onshore wind turbines, 3sun Academy, a specialist provider of technical and vocational training across the UK and Europe, and RRC Controls Services, an established manufacturer of subsea control systems for the offshore oil and gas industry.

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3sun Group, a specialist provider of products and services to the global energy industry, has appointed Les Dawson OBE as Chairman of the Board of Directors.

Since the company was established seven years ago, it has grown from an initial team of one to now employing 240 people and 31 apprentices. Headquartered in Great Yarmouth, England, it has a base in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, and has seen recent expansion internationally following the creation of bases in Lubeck, Germany; Bergen, Norway and Esbjerg, Denmark. It is also currently looking at other UK and overseas locations.

Graham Hacon, CEO of 3sun Group, said: “Les’ depth of knowledge and experience, not only of the utilities sector but also in the leadership and strategic delivery of projects, will be invaluable to the company going forward. We have a number of longterm objectives and growth targets and I am confident that Les and his fellow board members will play a tactical part in leading this expansion.”

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Prior to joining 3sun Group, Mr Dawson held a number of executive and nonexecutive board positions. For five years he was chief executive at Southern Water, one of the UK’s leading water utility businesses, where he was responsible for the strategic direction of the business.

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Dron & Dickson secures agreement for electrical equipment Dron & Dickson, specialists in design, supply and maintenance of hazardous area electrical equipment, has secured a two-year contract with Rowan Drilling.

The project will see Dron & Dickson providing lighting and electrical equipment to Rowan Drilling’s offshore assets in the UK North Sea for the next two years.

Tom Irwin, Business Development Manager at Dron & Dickson, said: “This contract stands as a testament to our relationship with Rowan Drilling, with whom we have been working closely with over the last few years. We look forward to

continuing this working relationship as we develop and enhance our product offering.

We have a strong reputation for the quality of our service at Dron & Dickson and hope to continue providing our market leading product expertise with unrivalled customer service to our growing portfolio of offshore clients.”

Dron & Dickson provides the design, supply, installation and maintenance of hazardous area electrical equipment offering a vast portfolio of products tailored for both the onshore and offshore industrial market.

Dron & Dickson employs more than 300 people both off and onshore and has

a network of bases in Aberdeen, Hull, Lowestoft, Stirling, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Brazil.

In addition to targeting growth in the oil and gas sector, Dron & Dickson operates in the renewables and decommissioning markets.

It also works in a variety of other sectors of industry ranging from pharmaceuticals to distilleries.

The company offers a full range of lifecycle solutions and holds numerous supply agreements providing competitive contract prices, matched inventory, spend analysis, KPI reporting and technical support.

Dron & Dickson boosts management team Dron & Dickson, specialists in design, supply and maintenance of hazardous area electrical equipment, has strengthened its management team with the appointment of Lenny Collins as HSEQ manager and Bruce McHattie as UK wholesales operations manager.

Lenny Collins will be based at Dron & Dickson’s headquarters in Aberdeen and will be responsible for ensuring compliance with existing and new legislation in the UK, Brazil, the Middle East and offshore. He will also provide HSEQ support and advice to all employees.

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Before joining the oil industry, Lenny worked for more than 15 years in the aerospace sector, holding a number of senior engineering and HSE roles while leading manufacturing teams in the precision engineering of high volume, high quality and safety critical products.

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management board with its operational controls, while providing all staff with safety guidance and support.”

Bruce McHattie, who has worked with Dron & Dickson for more than six years, has also been promoted from sales manager to wholesale operations manager for the UK. Bruce has more than 17 years’ experience in the sales and marketing industry. Prior to joining Dron & Dickson he spent 10 years working with William Wilson Ltd in a variety of managerial roles, maximising company profits and regularly exceeding company financial targets.

Bruce said: “I am delighted that my contribution to Dron & Dickson has been recognised by this promotion, and I look forward to this new challenge which allows me to focus on our UK wholesale business as a whole.

Commenting on his new role, Lenny said: “I am excited to take on this new challenge at Dron & Dickson and thrilled to be joining the company at a time of significant growth and development.

“From my previous roles I have extensive sales experience, which enables me to really understand our customers’ needs while increasing company turnover and profitability.”

“The experience and knowledge I have acquired in previous roles means that I am well placed to support the

Dron & Dickson employs more than 300 people both off and onshore and has a network of bases in Aberdeen, Hull,

Lowestoft, Stirling, Dubai, Brazil and Abu Dhabi.

In addition to targeting growth in the oil and gas sector, Dron & Dickson operates in the renewables and decommissioning markets. It also works in a variety of other sectors from pharmaceuticals to distilleries.

The company offers a full range of lifecycle solutions and holds numerous supply agreements, providing competitive contract prices, matched inventory, spend analysis, KPI reporting and technical support.

Proserv boosts global capabilities after landing record subsea contract

The contract, which is worth around $40million (approx £24m), will see Proserv provide nine subsea control systems to support deepwater workover controls services for several projects in Brazil up to 2,500m water depth.

Overall project execution along with the engineering and build of the subsea control systems will be carried out at Proserv’s Great Yarmouth facilities. The company’s dedicated manufacturing facility in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, will deliver the accompanying hydraulic power units.

The systems will be delivered to the client in a phased approach throughout 2015 in line with key project milestones.

Proserv is already on target to create 90 new jobs in the Great Yarmouth region this

year as a result of this contract win and due to continued business growth.

David Lamont, Proserv’s chief executive officer, said: “This significant contract award is testament to the hard-work, expertise and experience of our entire team and further evidence of the great reputation we have built, and continue to build globally.

At Proserv, we are able to offer clients the latest developments in technologies and can back it up with industry experts who have a real depth of knowledge in the area they work in. This, combined with our track record for delivering value-added products on time and in budget, were crucial factors in securing this contract.”

John Willmott, general manager of Proserv’s Great Yarmouth facilities, said: “Winning this award is a huge achievement for the company, but especially for our team here in Great Yarmouth. The skills and expertise of our people is in high demand and we are exporting some of the most technically advanced subsea

equipment to clients all over the world.

In line with the company’s rapid global growth, we are continuing to invest in our people, facilities and technologies to support our future sustainable expansion and strong order pipeline.”

Proserv, which operates worldwide through 31 operating centres based in 11 countries, has a 40-year track record in delivering bespoke technologies and services for the energy industry, particularly in the drilling, production, subsea and marine market sectors.

In February Proserv announced it had acquired precision engineering firm KRG Industries, a well-established provider of machining, welding, inspection and testing services to the oil & gas, aerospace and defence industries.

The deal comes several months after Proserv acquired Australian-headquartered Velocious, a pioneering subsea intervention and tooling company.

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Rapidly-evolving energy services company Proserv has been awarded its largest contract yet for subsea controls by a leading oilfield service company, reinforcing the company’s global footprint and market-leading position in the subsea technology sector.

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Novel Passive Fire Shelters enhance safety management for offshore gas project Three groundbreaking passive fire shelters designed to protect the vital control electronics of automatic emergency shutdown and fire suppression systems on offshore gas production platforms in the Arabian Gulf are being supplied by the outdoor enclosure specialist Intertec.

Fabricated using lightweight composite GRP (glass reinforced polyester) materials, the shelters employ patented techniques to resist fire for two hours – allowing critical electronic safety equipment to remain operational.

technologies used in this area, such as fire safe buildings constructed from concrete or steel and covered with fire resistant ceramic tiles, or conventional shelters covered with intumescent materials – which can hinder access.

Although there are currently no standards for this application area that cover containment temperatures, Intertec designs, manufactures and tests its fire shelters to a rigorous proprietary specification which demands that their internal temperature must remain below 60 degrees C throughout the rated protection time.

Until now, almost all of the fire resistant enclosures Intertec has produced have been in the form of smaller cabinets designed to protect specific critical process control elements of refineries, petrochemical plants and offshore platforms - typically electromechanical emergency shutdown (ESD) valves and actuators.

This is the first time that fire shelters have been specified for the even more demanding role of protecting heatsensitive control system electronics from the direct and indirect effects of fire.

The novel shelters are also capable of withstanding both conventional and more severe hydrocarbon fires.

All three fire shelters are floor-mounted ‘walk-in’ models of a style more usually associated with process analyzer shelters and are the largest that Intertec has produced to date. They represent a major advance over many current fire protection

The weight of the composite GRP materials that Intertec uses is about 25 percent that of steel – for a similar strength – and only 10 percent that of concrete, making it especially suitable for offshore applications.

Intertec produces all its fire shelters using a proprietary composite construction technique, comprising one or more layers of fire-resistant mineral wool insulation ‘sandwiched’ between sheets

of special-grade GRP. The overall design of the shelters is patented. By changing manufacturing parameters such as the thickness of the GRP walls and the number and type of insulation layers that they contain, the company is able to tailor the material’s composition to provide specific levels of fire resistance.

Intertec’s range of fire shelters includes two product families that are designed to keep contained equipment below a specific temperature – usually 60 degrees C – for a defined amount of time in the event of an external fire. The company’s standard fire shelters are designed to withstand the type of relatively slow-burning fires that can occur in business buildings, which typically take about 30 minutes to reach 800 degrees C (1,472 F) and about three hours to attain their maximum of 1,100 C (2,012 F). The designs are verified against the time-temperature curve defined in ISO 834 – which is used in many fire protection standards – and are available with protection times from 30 to 120 minutes.

For more demanding applications, Intertec’s ‘1709’ fire shelters are designed to withstand hydrocarbon fires that can reach 1,103 degrees C (2,000 F) within the first five minutes.

The fire shelters that Intertec is supplying for this Middle East offshore gas project are designed to withstand fire for 120 minutes, to afford maximum protection to the control electronics of a platform’s ESD and fire suppression systems under all foreseeable circumstances.

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equipped with special fire-resistant air transfer grilles containing intumescent damper slats, that are expressly designed for use in harsh environments.

Under normal conditions the grilles allow an unrestricted flow of air into and out of the shelter. However, in the event of a fire, the heat activates the intumescent material which then creates a very durable and insulating barrier against the ingress of flames and hot gases.

Designers of safety systems for offshore platforms face conflicting requirements when choosing the best form of fire protection. The systems’ control electronics need to be adequately insulated, but must also be readily accessible for routine testing and maintenance.

The shelter itself needs to have a long service life, demanding structural robustness and high corrosion resistance, yet it must weigh as little as possible.

passive and require no electrical power or other services for its fire protection capabilities. The composite GRP materials that Intertec uses for its fire shelters meets all these requirements. GRP has a similar strength to stainless steel but is some 75 percent lighter, as well as being an electrical insulator with very low thermal conductivity. It is inherently inert and provides exceptional long term resistance to corrosion from salt or other aggressive chemicals that might be present in the local atmosphere, such as sulphuric acid. The outer surfaces are protected against weathering effects and abrasion by a thick UV-resistant gel coat.

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The design of the shelters is verified against the ‘rapid-rise’ time-temperature curve that is used in the ANSI/UL 1709 standard, but with a much more stringent requirement that the internal temperature must not exceed 60 degrees C. This design criterion affords considerably greater protection against severe fires than the 1709 standard, which only covers the protection of structural steel and has a permissible temperature of 550 degrees C for the specified protection time.

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CHC Helicopter engineering apprentices arrive in Aberdeen Week-long placement at Aberdeen base part of ambitious development plan

Training Solutions in Cirencester has challenged them with intense practical and theory examination.

The first group of apprentices in CHC Helicopter’s scheme to develop 35 new, world-class engineers over the next three to five years arrive in Aberdeen this week.

“Now I’m through the first stage, I’m excited that I can begin to learn from CHC’s maintenance team, understand how maintenance is managed in a major helicopter operation, and learn more about the oil and gas industry of which CHC is a part,” she said.

The week-long induction to CHC’s UK North Sea operations includes hands-on experience for the apprentices working under the guidance of CHC’s highly experienced aircraft engineers.

Apprentices will also be introduced to CHC’s integrated safety management system and safety culture, and get an overview of the North Sea oil and gas players who are CHC’s customers. The apprentices come to the Granite City following eight months training in a specialist facility.

CHC launched the scheme in September 2013 and received interest from more than 400 applicants.

One of the apprentices, Rosie Clarkson, 21, said that the eight months of study with Resource Group Aviation Technical

“I’ve always dreamt of being a helicopter engineer, so to be a step closer to completing my course while working for such a prestigious helicopter operator is extremely satisfying.”

Mark Abbey, CHC regional director for West North Sea, said the scheme is expected to attract and develop some of the best helicopter engineers in the world.

“By investing in this apprenticeship programme, we are securing a sustainable pipeline of engineers that will continue to contribute to delivering safe and effective operations,” said Mr. Abbey.

“Demand for our programme has been high and the quality of candidates is

exceptional. We are impressed by the progress they are making towards becoming our next generation of CHC Helicopter engineers.”

Mr Abbey said the company is already taking applications for the second cohort of the scheme.

While in Aberdeen, the apprentices will be introduced to the CHC’s safety policies and operational procedures, including completing compulsory training on the company’s safety management system, and tour its entire operations.

From June, the group begins 18 months of on-the-job training in Aberdeen, North Denes in England, and Den Helder in The Netherlands, continuing their work towards a European Aviation Safety Agency-approved qualification, a Level 3 Aeronautical Maintenance Diploma, and a Level 3 National Vocational Qualification in Aeronautical Engineering.

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Here at Allspeeds we have continued to develop our Webtool softline cutting range over the past couple of years. Allspeeds now boast the industry’s leading guillotine softline cutter, it all started in response to a demand from the subsea industry.

Offshore divers wanted a tool that was lightweight and had the option to be used by a diver or an ROV, from this the Allspeeds design team went to work on designing just that.

• Lightweight with open sided design to allow quick and efficient cut.

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SeaBotix vLBV sales reach 100 systems SeaBotix Inc. is extremely proud to announce 100 sales of its vectored Little Benthic Vehicle ROV or vLBV as it is known.

The vLBV was launched in 2011 and was the brainchild of SeaBotix’ Senior Vice President Jesse Rodocker whose vision was to address the subsea industry’s need for a small, easily deployable, compact ROV with adjustable angle (vectored) thrusters in order to complement and advance the capability of the well-established SeaBotix ROV range in the offshore environment.

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The 100th SeaBotix vLBV system will be delivered to the Centre for Earth Observation Sciences (CEOS) at the University of Manitoba, Canada. The purchase was funded by The Canada Foundation for Innovation project and sold through MacArtney Underwater Technology Group’s Ocean Science Department as part of a consolidated delivery of scientific subsea equipment. The 300m (1000 ft.) capable vLBV is tested and rated for operations in sub-zero conditions and will be used for bio-optical studies under ice in the Arctic.

The system will be delivered complete with a range of scientific tools including Spectral Radiance and Irradiance sensors, CTD probe, Tritech MicronNav USBL tracker, 2 color cameras, grabber and additional inverted Valeport VA500 altimeter for assisting in measurement of depth under ice.

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A spokesperson for CEOS commented: The SeaBotix vLBV ROV will be the central workhorse for field data collection of the new Arctic Biogeochemical Optics Laboratory (ABOL), funded through the Canada Foundation for Innovation – John R. Evans Leaders Fund and the province of Manitoba, Canada. ABOL will be a state-of-the-art facility embedded within the Centre for Earth Observation Science (CEOS) at the University of Manitoba, able to fully exploit light-matter interactions for environmental research in ice-covered waters using a combination of field observations and laboratory studies.

We note that we were very satisfied by the professionalism and ideas brought forward

by Andrew Ziegweid of the MacArtney Underwater Technology Group in helping design and meet the final specifications required for the fully integrated bio-optical ROV system.

A spokesperson for MacArtney observed that: ‘Given the CEOS requirements for a small yet powerful ROV and the need to operate under ice with a suite of scientific sensors, the vLBV was the obvious package’.

Subsea entrepreneur, founder and CEO of SeaBotix Inc., Don Rodocker added: ‘SeaBotix has had a long and proud history of supplying leading edge technologies to

the global scientific community. Additionally, the vLBV has proven to be the ideal solution for operations in the Arctic and Antarctic, through previous under ice expeditions and following extensive testing and subsequent operations with the Royal Canadian Navy.

Therefore, it is very fitting that the 100th system should be destined for such an esteemed Institution in Canada.

Additional Information: The vLBV was developed with innovative design and meticulous attention to detail in order to provide an extremely rugged and stable platform with exceptional power to weight ratio - (22.5 Kg / 50 lb. thrust in a vehicle weighing only 18 Kg / 40 lb.).

Additionally, the 8.9mm (0.45 in) diameter, high workload tether and high stability, 6 thruster chassis allows for operations in extremely demanding and fast moving sea conditions, complete with a range of payloads for numerous underwater applications.

The vLBV is available in 300m and 950m depth rated free-flying versions. With 300m - 4000m rated Tether Management System (TMS) and fly-out variants (deployed from larger work class ROVS, trenching systems, submarines & Autonomous Surface Vehicles) or as a Turnkey, containerized deep water package solution. A tracked crawler skid can also be fitted in order to carry out vessel hull and infrastructure inspection / light intervention in high water current situations.

Add to this, the SmartFlight Automated Navigation Package allowing for preprogrammed waypoint navigation, station keeping, auto altitude and other semiautonomous functionality.

Therefore, with Jesse Rodocker’s leadership and guidance and with extended operational testing and evaluation, the vLBV has become one of the best performing, most adaptable and fastest selling Observation Class ROVs on the market.

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Atlantas Marine set to enjoy busiest month ever Subsea Equipment

Atlantas Marine are on course to enjoy their busiest June ever; with more ROVs, Sonars and Accessories to leave their facility than in the same period last year and an ambitious schedule of exhibitions and events.

During the second week of the month the underwater inspection specialist will be represented at three exhibitions simultaneously. Between the 10th and 12th of June, Atlantas Marine will be exhibiting on stand D25 at Seawork 2014 in Southampton and stand 233 at Renewables UK in Glasgow as well as being represented on the VideoRay stand, D30, at Underwater Defence and Technology in Liverpool. “It’s an exciting first for us” said Sales and Marketing Co-ordinator Fi Edwards.

Atlantas Marine will be using Seawork 2014 to launch Dextera, a powerful and precise 1000m rated electric subsea manipulator with proportional control and interchangeable toolheads to suit a wide range of applications. The manipulator, which caused a

buzz when it previewed at Oceanology, is also to be featured in the innovations showcase at Seawork. Atlantas Marine are inviting visitors to join them on their stand (D25) for cider and nibbles at 14:30 on Wednesday the 11th of June, the middle day of the show, to celebrate the launch.

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ROVOP expands ROV fleet with £17million (approx. $28m) investment in five new vehicles Rapidly growing subsea specialist ROVOP has announced that it is set to take delivery of five new remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), representing an investment of £17million (approx. $28million) and building significantly upon the company’s market-leading fleet of ROVs. The ROVs include two UHD-III’s, which are the most advanced heavy-duty work-class vehicles in the market, as well as three HD

work-class systems. All ROVs are being supplied by leading manufacturer FMC Technologies Schilling Robotics in Davis, California, with the first of the HDs being delivered to ROVOP in Aberdeen, Scotland, as soon as this week.

Both of the UHD-III systems are to be deployed on the Ceona Amazon which is one of global oil and gas subsea construction specialist Ceona’s new-build multiple lay vessels. The ROVs will include

Ennsub-designed ultra-deepwater launch and recovery systems (LARS) which will be fully integrated into the vessel and will enable operations in harsh environment conditions through the use of active heave compensation and heavy-weather deployment capabilities.

ROVOP’s latest investment in its ROV fleet comes less than three months after the independent company, which is dedicated to providing ROV services and equipment to the subsea sector, took delivery of four new hydraulic work class systems.

Steven Gray, managing director at ROVOP, signed the contract with Tyler Schilling, president of FMC Schilling Robotics, at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston.

He said: “Our investment in a further five ROVs allows us to meet strong demand from our customers.

The market is recognising that ROVOP’s combination of the most advanced technology and our industry-leading personnel and customer service represents a genuine step change in what operators can expect from their ROV service. The capability, efficiency and reliability of our service are leading the ROV industry and we are delighted to be able to expand our fleet.

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“The UHD-III is the most advanced and versatile 250-hp ROV on the market and through its highly-intelligent management system, it offers the best performance for the most difficult deepwater tasks including the highest thrust performance for ultra-heavy duty tasks. It also builds on the commitment that ROVOP and Ceona share to use technology, operated by the most experienced personnel, that offers a game changer for the subsea construction sector.”

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Tyler Schilling (left), president at FMC Technologies Schilling Robotics, and ROVOP managing director, Steven Gray, sign ROV contract at OTC.

Among many of the other UHD-III features is that with its ISOL-8 auxiliary pump of 150-hp capacity for intervention applications, the vehicle delivers

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combined pressures and flows that cannot be achieved with conventional ROV systems. This enables ROV compliance with API Standard 53 which requires a secondary intervention method on blowout preventors to close rams in less than 45 seconds and, as such, offers considerable cost reduction for secondary BOP intervention.

Mr Schilling said: “We are very pleased to have been awarded this contract by ROVOP, furthering their investment in Schilling Robotics’ ROVs and their subsea operations worldwide. We are delighted that our focus on customer productivity continues to be recognised as a critical requirement by the market.”

Delivery dates on the remaining four ROVs are all during 2014.

Stuart Cameron, chief operating officer at Ceona, said: “The award of these two additional 250hp ROVs for installation on board our flagship vessel further cements our long-term partnership with ROVOP. These next generation vehicles are of the highest standard and complement our vision to provide a high quality and reliable service to our clients.”

Today’s contract announcement comes after ROVOP secured a five-year deal with Ceona to provide hydraulic, work-class services on board the company’s fleet of

Scott Macknocher, Managing Director of Ennsub (left) with Barry Stewart, Director and General Manager at ROVOP new, purpose-built deepwater pipelay and construction vessels including the Ceona Amazon, Polar Onyx and Normand Pacific.

The Polar Onyx and the Normand Pacific came into service last month with Ceona Amazon due to come into service in January 2015.

Earlier this year, ROVOP contracted Aberdeen-based Ennsub to design

and manufacture the ROV Deployment LARS for the Ceona Amazon in addition to supplying the integrated winch and A-frame to be used on ROVOP’s HD ROV delivery this month. This LARS offers latest generation capability including unrivalled umbilical handling which prevents point loading and twisting of the umbilical cores, particularly in deepwater and during high frequency cycling associated with active heave compensation operation.

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ATR Group invest £1M and double workshop facility for subsea sector ATR Group, the global equipment specialist, has invested £1million in new equipment and almost doubled its UES (Underwater Engineering Services) workshop facility to meet a growing demand from the subsea sector.

The expenditure in the Aberdeen-based Group’s marine and subsea project support equipment division is in direct response to a rise in demand from major oil operators and supply chain companies for ATR’s services across a range of complex underwater operations.

Construction work to expand the workshop has seen it increase from 400m² to 700m², with a further 1,500m² of yard space to accommodate a range of new equipment which ranges from specialist diver and ROV tooling gear to emergency release cutting equipment, precision spooling equipment, marine cranes and hydraulic power units for ROV application.

In addition to this, ATR is planning to expand its hydraulic winch offering with higher capacity winches and power units and has recruited eight key personnel including workshop personnel, design engineers and project delivery staff.

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ATR Group chief executive Keith Moorhouse said: “As the industry looks to utilize the latest systems to ensure its use of assets and investment are maximized, this new investment in UES’ tooling

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equipment, working environment and employees is an important step forward both in the growth of the division and our evolution as a group.

“The continued rise in asset integrity management across the industry has put increased pressure on the subsea sector to deliver inspection, repair and maintenance activities.

With the same importance expected to be placed on decommissioning work in the next few years, the sector as a whole is gearing up for an extremely busy period of activity.

In order to ensure we are best positioned to meet this challenge, we have created a more structured working practice capable of providing turnkey services and invested in recruiting and training our people at both the skilled and apprenticeship levels to support clients’ requirements for specialist technicians.”

Overall, ATR Group has invested £6million this year in its rental fleet and equipment - double the amount spent in 2012.

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“With our in-house design and engineering capabilities, we’re able to draw on the talent and experience of our staff to keep costs down for our clients,” added Mr Moorhouse.

“ATR has an unrivalled track record for providing customised work in the subsea tooling arena domestically and abroad. Our customers, whether in offshore oil & gas or the international marine industry, know they can depend on us.

“They turn to our knowledge and experience to help them achieve operational excellence: to meet their core objective of ensuring the safety and welfare of their workforce, crews and passengers.

“We’ve also invested in specialist emergency release cutting equipment, precision spooling tools and marine cranes to ensure we continue to offer a wide range of packages for high profile projects on a worldwide basis.”

ATR Group is the market leader in the rental, sale and inspection of specialised equipment to the petrochemicals, marine, subsea and the offshore oil and gas industry. Encompassing UES as well as ATR Lifting Solutions (formerly Cosalt), ATR Power Solutions, ATR Equipment Solutions and ATR Marine Solutions, it aims to grow its turnover to £150million in the next three years.

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HATLAPA- Triplex offshore deck machinery package caters to your needs The demand for more comprehensive and extensive machinery packages has increased over the years within the marine industry. In order to respond to this demand, the marine equipment manufacturer HATLAPA and its daughter company Triplex AS have created a deck machinery package aimed specifically at vessels which operate in the demanding conditions in the offshore industry.

HATLAPA is known for its high quality and reliable marine equipment in all areas of shipbuilding and now together with Triplex, the two companies are able to offer specific solutions which combine the expertise within the companies.

The two companies worked together already prior to the purchase of Triplex in 2011. The history of the two companies extends back to 1990s and a cooperation of supplying winches and net handling systems to the Chilean fishing industry.

The compatibility of the two companies is even more evident in recent times The Offshore Package combines the expertise of the companies into one, fully compatible and customizable package.

The offshore specific equipment from both companies is now a collective list of 23 elements that can be tailored to a specific package depending on the requirements of the customer.

HATLAPA is known for their range of winches and especially the AHT winches, which are available in low or high pressure hydraulic drives to suit the customers’ needs with power, as well as size wise in single, double or even triple waterfall designs. The Combined Anchor-Mooring and Mooring winches, secondary winches as well as the Research Winches are also supplied fully customized if requested and have stood the test of time and are known for their durability and reliability in extreme conditions.

Triplex AS has been working in the offshore sector for centuries and their cranes are a testament to the company’s expertise within the fishery and offshore sector. In order to branch out more into the offshore sector, Triplex had designed a variety of specialist Multi Deck Handlers.

All winches are fully customizable and have a variety of additional extras to make the operating of the winches safer, as well as increase the lifespan of the equipment.

Additional equipment such as chain stoppers and capstans for the winches can now be incorporated into the package. A variety of servicing plans are also available.

• Lifting and pulling capacities of 42t and 30t over the whole deck

The Multi Deck Handlers can be divided into two categories, for AHT vessels and for PSVs.

The AHT MDH package includes:

• Anchor handling operations performed with remote control • Camera systems and floodlights • Heavy capacity lifting manipulator crane • Separate winch with 22t lifting capacity • Manipulator designed for “fine” operations • Separate wire clamp

The MDH for the PSVs include • 20t lifting capacity

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• Moving and storing containers offshore • Tandem lifts of pipes and large items

As safety in any situation is imperative, especially in rough or extreme conditions, the package also includes a variety of safety options. For the HATLAPA winches, a quick release option called SLIPSAFE is incorporated, this means that there is no claw clutch and the chain can be released through a slipping clutch with minimum break force.

Triplex also offers a variety of safety measurements taking into consideration that anchor and other chains on the deck can cause major safety hazards. The best know safety measure are the Shark Jaws, this was invented by Triplex in 1983 and is a unique way of handling chains and wires. This option automatically positions the chain or wire in the right way on deck and allows for a more secure way of handling on-deck chains and ropes.

Additional guiding tools are guide pins, stop pins, wire clamps, rope friction stoppers, tensioners and tractioners.

A new addition to the safety equipment offered by Triplex is a Load Measurement System (LMS). This system is incorporated into the Shark Jaws and it measures the active load which is displayed on a monitor on the Bridge. The system will also be able to give out an alarm, if the load is about to, or is exceeding the defined safety perimeters. The LMS can also be used to unwind and untangle chains on deck. The operator is able to connect the chain from the winch to the Shark Jaw and thus eliminate any spin and make for a safer operating environment.

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Both packages can be enhanced with a variety of additional equipment such as wires, buoys, clamps and anchors.

As household name in the Norwegian market, Triplex has recently secured a contract from BOA Offshore. The order entails a Tripelx MDH 42, as well as Shark Jaws, Vertical Guide Pins and a Spooling Block. Offshore Sales Manager Even Kippernes is excited about the cooperation: “This is the ultimate deck equipment for anchor handlers. The Triplex MDH can lift, move and park heavy anchors up to 42 tons and pull heavy chains and grappling hooks weighting up to 30 tons.� The delivery for this order was scheduled for the beginning of 2014.

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Introducing the WBPG 85-200 Tonne for Heavy Duty Generation Lifting RUD Chains Ltd is a leading manufacturer of lifting and lashing applications that guarantee ultimate safety when lifting and moving heavy loads.

Offering over 270 different tested and certified lifting/lashing points, 210 of which are for bolting and 60 for welding. RUD have standard and tailored applications to meet your requirements.

RUD’s wide range of lifting applications are used across a variety of working environments from offshore, heavy

engineering and construction to name a few. Their products have been increasingly popular across the offshore industry, due to their heavy lift capabilities of up to 200 tonne, and their robust resistance to corrosion.

The WBPG is the next generation hoist ring for heavy duty lifting; it can be supplied from 85-200 tonnes making it a great product for a wide variety of working environments from heavy engineering, offshore, ship yards to the construction industry to name a few.

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For offshore industry the WBPG has been typically used to lift heavy cable-laid grommets.

For the offshore industry the WBPG has been used to lift heavy cable-laid grommets; the WBPG offers a removable suspension ring in the shape of a shackle to attach the cablelaid grommets to for lifting.

The WBPG is loadable from any side in the direction of the pivot meaning it is suitable for lifting and turning of heavy loads.

It offers threaded holes for the Starpoint VRS for easy vertical assembly. The WBPG is ideal for heavy duty lifting between 85-200 tonnes.

RUD provide standard and tailored solutions to meet even the most demanding environments, helping to deliver applications that are catered to specific requirements, project aims and environments.

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LUX Assure strengthens Middle East ties with agent appointments and new BD Consultant Oil and gas asset integrity and corrosion management firm LUX Assure has grown its presence in the Middle East with the appointment of two regional agents as well as a new business development manager.

The chemical monitoring specialist has partnered with Middle East Oilfield Services (MEOFS), a Kuwait-based technology services company that will act as a sales agent both promoting and assisting with deployments in Kuwait. MEOFS works in Kuwait as a technology service provider to the upstream and downstream sectors.

Expanding its geographical reach, LUX Assure has also teamed up with Consolidated Suppliers.

Based in Abu Dhabi, the company is one of the main service providers to the oil and gas industry in the UAE working with, and constantly searching for, cutting edge technology and innovations. The company will assist LUX Assure in its ambitious Middle East market penetration.

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LUX Assure CEO Charles Cruickshank said: “The Middle East is a core market for us, and we are happy to see our presence there growing, as it ensures we can give the best possible service to our regional clients.

We have history of work in the area and are delighted to be increasing our on-the-ground presence to deliver quick and efficient services to our local customers as we continue to expand.”

LUX Assure CEO Charles Cruickshank

LUX Assure has recently hired Mahmoud El-Hawary as business development consultant for the Middle East, who will be working closely with the new partner agencies. He will be responsible for developing business activity throughout the region, and ensuring customers’ requirements are met to the highest standards.

Boasting more than 12 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry, Mr El-Hawary’s career has focused on upstream, midstream and downstream industries. He has vast experience in field services, consultancy and engineering and has successfully delivered multimillion projects across the Eastern Hemisphere.

Mr El-Hawary said: “I am thrilled to be working with LUX Assure and look forward to furthering the company’s client base in the Middle East. LUX Assure has pioneered innovative technology that can benefit both on and offshore companies within the region greatly. The company’s expertise, combined with the partnerships recently formed with MEOFS and Consolidated Suppliers, puts us in good standing to grow in the region.”

In mid-2013, LUX Assure secured its first contract in the Middle East with Kuwait Oil Company’s Research and Technology division to provide corrosion inhibition support to a sea water pipeline in North Kuwait.

LUX Assure has bases in Edinburgh and Aberdeen. The company specialises in asset integrity, developing novel chemical monitoring technologies for the oil and gas industry, both on and offshore.

Alan Robinson, managing director of Gloucestershire based weld overlay cladding and fabrication specialist Arc Energy Resources, has been presented with an award as the Best Welding Coordinator by the European Federation for Welding, Joining and Cutting (EWF) at a ceremony in Portugal.

Commenting on the award Alan said, ‘I recognised early in my career as a welding engineer that the output of a welded product could not be judged with any certainty after the event.

I was at that time moving from the brutal ‘test to destruction’ methods used by the mining industry to the defect evaluation non-destructive techniques employed in the The Award, which is only open to holders of nuclear industry – both equally as effective. a European In the days when BS 5750 reigned as the Welding Engineer diploma, recognises Alan’s quality standard, welding was viewed with long-term achievement in delivering the suspicion. responsibilities of a welding coordinator in Consequently, throughout my career I have accordance with ISO 14731 and ISO 3834‐2. always endeavoured to ensure that the Welding organisations from thirty countries welding process provides proven evidence were invited to nominate their best welding of adherence to strict quality procedures coordinator for the prestigious award and from start to finish’.

Alan Robinson from the United Kingdom was selected as overall winner.

Today, Arc Energy Resources employs 70 people and has an impressive list of Alan has a European Welding Engineer accreditations including ASME U, U2 & diploma and is a Senior Member of The National Board R Stamps, ISO 9001:2008, Welding Institute. He is also a certified ISO 14001:2004, Investors in People European Welding Engineer (EWE), has Bronze award and OHSAS 18001:2007. a Masters Degree in welding, and is a The company also remains one of relatively Chartered Engineer registered with the few welding specialists that have certified Engineering Council. compliances with ISO 3834-2 welding quality standard, including conformance to Having founded Arc Energy Resources ISO 14731 Welding Coordination.

20 years ago and, in addition to his role as head of welding engineering, he still The diversity of work that Arc Energy maintains an active involvement in all Resources has the ability to handle sets the aspects of the company’s development. business apart from many others. Whilst

specialised welding and complementary services such as fabrication, machining, corrosion protection and NDT are available through a variety of different suppliers, Arc Energy Resources is able to supply the full skill set. The need for an in-depth understanding of so many disciplines, and their equally wide and demanding quality standards, requires vast knowledge and experience which understandably, many other suppliers are unable to provide.

Yet Alan Robinson’s philosophy of building a company with the ability to provide unsurpassed technical support has seen Arc Energy Resources successfully complete many projects that required just such a multi-disciplined approach.

Alan is keen to ensure that future engineers have the opportunity to learn about welding and apply their skills in order to continually develop the business.

Consequently, Arc Energy Resources is providing both welder and graduate apprenticeships and is supporting welding engineering training through TWI training schemes. The company actively encourages young people to build towards a career in engineering, regularly entertaining students for work experience and supporting educational initiatives that encourage STEM subjects such as the EDT Go4Set project.

Chris Eady presenting Alan Robinson with EWF Award Certificate

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High protection coatings range brought to UK by Sherwin-Williams A new range of coatings for industries requiring the highest level of protection is being brought to the UK by coatings leader Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine Coatings.

Sherwin-Williams will be the sole UK distributor for the range of coatings which feature integrated micro-ceramic particles for diverse sectors worldwide.

Working with Ceramic Polymer GmbH, Sherwin-Williams will make these specialist coatings widely available in the UK for markets including the petrochemical, maritime and biogas industries.

The coatings are applied directly onto steel, stainless steel and concrete without use of a primer, with subsequent savings in time and cost over conventional multi-layer systems.

They offer unrivalled levels of corrosion protection, outstanding adhesion, extreme abrasion resistance, excellent resistance to impact, high bending flexibility and are 100 per cent solventfree. They also provide excellent chemical and thermal resistance for extreme operating environments.

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Second Queen’s Award for the Online Electronics Group Online Electronics Limited of Aberdeen the parent company of business units in Houston, Dubai, Singapore, Perth W.A. and specialist Online Valves Limited has been awarded the most prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise 2014 for achieving outstanding results in International Trade.

overseas sales and revenues generated by our successful valves group. Going forward we are proud to be able to carry the Queen’s Award emblem in recognition of our achievements in International Trade.”

Recipients of the Award in 2008 the business is again one of an elite group of companies that have been recognised as deserving winners of the UK’s highest accolade for business success.

Founded in 1996 now with fifty employees, Online Electronics, designs and manufactures pipeline pig monitoring, pipeline data communication and logging systems. It wins the Queen’s Award 2014 International Trade for sustained growth in overseas export earnings over the last five years, entering 30 new markets in the period.

Managing Director Brian Gribble commented, “Receiving the Queen’s Award on a second occasion is a great honour and an incredible achievement made possible by the professional standard of work delivered by all of our staff in Aberdeen and across all of our overseas business units. The Online Group has more than doubled in size since 2008 and 2014 will be a record year for turnover and profit with growth largely coming from

Dave Sim, Director of Online Valves Ltd & Brian Gribble (right) OEL Group Managing Director outside the Aberdeen HQ with the Queens Award for Enterprise in the background

EV honoured for success in international trade UK-based downhole video technology specialist EV has been awarded a Queen’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade, which recognises companies that have demonstrated growth in overseas business.

EV, the market leader in downhole video applications for the oil and gas industry, won for its accomplishments in international activity following continued global growth and expanding from a solely UK-based company three years ago to one that currently operates in 12 countries.

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Francis Neill, EV chief executive, said: “We are deeply honoured to receive this award, as the Queen’s Awards are held in the highest esteem. This is a huge achievement for us, and we are delighted

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that our path of sustained growth and number of international bases has been recognised.

“The entire team at EV has worked extremely hard to get the company to where it is today and establish it as the market leader in downhole video technology. This award stands as testament to our dedicated work and we look forward to furthering our international presence in coming years.”

EV’s first international target was the Gulf of Mexico, which it entered in 2010. The company then went on to establish itself in Canada and the US before entering South East Asia, the Middle East and Australia. The company currently has 17 worldwide bases and has recently opened its doors in India and Indonesia, with Nigeria identified as a target in coming months.

Mr Neill continued: “As our innovative technology is rapidly being adopted around the globe, we look forward to furthering our presence in established markets as well as entering new ones to continue to offer our clients the outstanding service quality they have come to expect from EV.”

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The Queen’s Awards for Business Enterprise are given to UK businesses demonstrating outstanding achievement in the categories of innovation, international trade and sustainable developments. Winners receive an invitation from Her Majesty the Queen to a reception at Buckingham Palace.

Great Yarmouth based company SEACON (europe) Ltd, part of the SEA CON® Group is proud to announce and celebrate being named winners of a Queen’s Award for International Trade. This is one of the highest accolades available to celebrate success in international trade for businesses.

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SEACON (europe) Ltd receives a Queen’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade

The SEA CON Group are world leaders in underwater connector technology and provide an extensive and diverse range of electrical, optical and hybrid connector assemblies, submersible switches and cable system solutions for many applications within the Oil & Gas, Defence, Oceanographic and Environmental markets.

The award was made in recognition of SEACON (europe)’s continued growth and commitment to its international customers and year on year progress, not just in revenue but in customer relations and overall business development.

The company has seen its exports in the European market grow from just over £1 million in 2010 to over £2.6 million in 2012 and global sales rise from £9.1 million to over £12.6 million in the same period. This is coupled with the continued high profile commitment to product development based on customer

needs and the needs of the market place in general. As a business they are also very proud of the significant contribution their staff have had on the performance, a contribution illustrated by low staff turnover and team spirit.

All product development is undertaken with an eye for sustainability and the environment at large. This care and attention has seen the company develop processes and products to maximize environmentally friendly strategies.

Kevin Hall, Sales Director for SEACON (europe) Ltd said “This is a great achievement and something we can all be very proud of. This is one of the highest accolades in business success and recognizes our commitment and achievements in international trade. We look forward to even greater success in the future.”

While Managing Director, David Parker commented “We are very proud to be associated with the Queen’s award.

This has been a magnificent team effort and just shows what can be achieved working together to build good customer relationships, supply quality products and deliver on time. This award is something that the whole of SEA CON can be proud of and we look forward to achieving even higher standards in the future.”

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The awards are made annually by HM The Queen and are only given for the highest levels of excellence demonstrated in each category.

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International Safety Awards

CAN Group aims to make it three in a row after securing two international safety awards CAN Group, has been recognised by the British Safety Council with two prestigious international industry awards for its efforts in ensuring workplace safety.

The Aberdeen headquartered business was awarded an International Safety Award with Merit for its performance over the last year and a further Sector Safety Award in the highly competitive oil and gas category.

CAN is looking to follow up on these successes at the CHeRries Awards in June, having been short-listed as a finalist.

Formed in 1986, when it pioneered industrial rope access techniques offshore, CAN Group is now a diversified market leader with three distinct business streams: ENGTEQ, VENTEQ and CAN. Together these businesses provide a comprehensive asset integrity service, offering integrity engineering, quality assurance and quality control services, inspection, maintenance and access solutions.

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demonstrating its strong health and safety performance.

Innes Walker, group director said: “Safety is our number one priority and to be recognised for our work in what is an extremely high-risk but safety conscious industry is something all our staff can be proud of. We have worked incredibly hard to build and sustain our impressive safety record.

“As the oil and gas industry looks to prolong the life of its ageing assets it is more important than ever for operators to ensure they are undertaking the safest and most effective approach to asset integrity. Our safety record combined with our ability to deliver a fully integrated and engineered inspection and integrity solution gives our customers the confidence they need.”

Alex Botha, Chief Executive of the British Safety Council, added: “All of those working at CAN have made these awards possible which recognises their dedication and commitment in preventing injury and ill health in the workplace.

The criteria for our awards is challenging and that rightly reflects the importance of

An engineer from CAN Group, a specialist in asset integrity, needle guns surface preparation prior to ultrasonic inspection

CAN Group’s efforts in ensuring workplace safety on projects such as the installation of a 48’ seawater caisson has seen the business nominated for four awards ensuring the risks of injury and ill health in the workplace are properly controlled.”

Meanwhile, CAN Group’s Nicola Bolland is also in the running for the Excellent HR Manager category at The CHeRries Awards which recognise excellence in human resources.

CAN Group, which boasts a £70million turnover and a workforce of over 700 people has an expansive platform of integrity management services that can be delivered by individual companies, dedicated divisions, teams and specialists.

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Oil & Gas apprenticeship marks 15th anniversary milestone THE oil and gas industry is marking Scottish Apprenticeship Week by celebrating the 15th anniversary of one of the most successful youth training schemes in the country.

Past and present apprentices in Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Falkirk will join forces today (May 19th) as the industry’s official technician training scheme reaches the significant milestone in its history.

Managed by OPITO, the skills organisation for oil and gas, operators and major contractors have invested more than £120million into the programme since it was established. Now backed by more than 15 companies it is one of the biggest industry-led MA programmes of its kind in the UK.

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Around 100 trainee positions are available annually on the UK Upstream Oil and Gas Industry Technician Training scheme which boasts one of the highest achievement rates at 93%, compared to the national average of around 65%.

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Sinéad Watson, a global HSE performance analyst with TAQA, was aged 18 and the only female on the very first intake of apprentices in 1999. Today she met with youngsters on the current programme as they underwent their training at ASET in Aberdeen.

“I didn’t know much about working offshore when I was at school – at that time careers advisers never pushed the oil and gas industry and I had no idea what it entailed,” she said.

“For some people university is the way to go, but doing the modern apprenticeship let me see the end game all the way.

There’s no right or wrong way to get into the industry, but this opportunity gave me the on-the-job experience I needed and I learned from the best.

“Once you are on the scheme you’re not competing to get a job, it’s all part of your training. After four years I had the skills and knowledge I needed to stand on my own two feet and I was able progress up the ranks.

Owen Buchan, John McDonald and Sinéad Watson

“Fifteen years on there is a much greater push for young people to join oil and gas and OPITO is attracting brighter talents every year. OPITO shows that it’s not just traditional apprenticeships on offer out there – this particular one can take you almost anywhere in the world and there are plenty of routes you can end up taking.”

Owen Buchan was just 16-years-old when he was accepted onto the apprenticeship scheme. After two years studying the electrical engineering course, he is due to complete his two years’ on-the-job training with Apache later this month.

“Working in oil and gas is even better than I thought it would be. I like being able to come home at the end of a two weeks shift and knowing I’ve achieved a lot in the time I’ve been away,” he said.

“I wouldn’t be where I am now without the apprenticeship. I’m about to enter an industry where I know what I’m doing and have had the right training to be able to stand on my own two feet.

Managed by OPITO, the skills organisation for oil and gas, in partnership with the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB), more than 1,400 young people have entered the industry since the scheme’s formation, creating a grassroots solution to the industry-wide skills shortage.

John McDonald, UK managing director of OPITO, said: “Apprenticeship programmes are an excellent example of how an industry can proactively tackle its skills issues. Oil and gas is the UK’s largest industrial investor, contributing billions to the economy and employing more than 440,000 people. The recruitment and training of technicians is critical to developing and retaining the workforce

we need to continue to take on the world’s toughest energy challenges.

“We receive thousands of applications annually from young people keen to be part of the industry journey.

The qualifications they gain are recognised internationally so the apprentices have the skills required to work anywhere in the world and, as such, are highly sought after by employers.

“This year, as we celebrate the 15th anniversary, it is fantastic to look back at what has been achieved to date and how the programme has grown into one of the most successful in the UK.” OPITO’s apprenticeship scheme offers a range of disciplines including process operations, electrical, instrument and control maintenance.

Split into two phases, the programme sees students take part in a 21 month full time course at one of the industry-appointed colleges in Aberdeen, Forth Valley or Edinburgh, before embarking on a two year worksite placement.

“As the skills organisation for oil and gas, we are keen to ensure that future generations of workers are aware of the opportunities in the sector and we believe that it is critical that industry plays a role in maintaining students’ levels of interest in the sector from a young age,” added Mr McDonald.

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“An apprenticeship gives you a foot in the door in a competitive industry and helps you meet the right people. I can’t think of any better way to get ahead.”

“We’re running a raft of initiatives that are geared to attracting the future oil and gas workforce, including working with schools and encourage the uptake of science, technology, engineering and maths subjects, so school leavers are equipped with the basic skills required to enter the industry.”

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MBA achieves Silver Award from Microsoft

Formed some fourteen years ago, MBA has come a long way from its humble beginnings and now employs a raft of experienced professionals from its headquarters at Regent Road in Aberdeen.

This latest accolade is as a direct result of the expertise and commitment from its team of software developers and acknowledges both MBA’s flagship competence management system along with its innovative training management software.

Commenting on the award, Phill Carbis, Technology Director at MBA said: “This is

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Maggie Braid Associates (MBA) has recently achieved the coveted Microsoft Partner Network Silver Award in recognition of its commitment to creating and delivering innovative customer solutions and services based on Microsoft technology.

a fantastic award for MBA and is a suitable reflection on the dedication of the MBA software development team.” Explaining about the process required to obtain this award Phill concluded: “There were a number of exams and assessments my

team needed to obtain plus we were also required to provide significant customer evidence of how we had provided Microsoft based software products and solutions as well as Microsoft platform testing for our software products.”

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The Underwater Centre ‘bolts’ on new course Leading subsea training and trials facility, The Underwater Centre, has added a new course to its commercial air diving (CAD) offering, in response to the needs identified by industry.

The ‘Introduction to Bolt Tensioning’ course will make an important and strong addition to the students’ CVs, furthering the range of tools and skills training they experience while on courses.

The course, which will be included in all the diving packages – Premium, Construction and Standard – has been made possible by the donation of equipment by The Mechanical Services Department of Stork, highlighting that the subsea industry recognises the importance of giving students the right training for the job.

‘Introduction to Bolt Tensioning’ provides students with the knowledge and understanding of working with and using bolt tensioning equipment, which they can then use in their job – whether on the surface or underwater.

Diving contractors and subsea operators need well trained and competent subsea personnel; the courses at the Centre are designed to ensure that when students qualify as commercial divers they are effective in their role and able to gain competency on the job as quickly as possible.

Steve Ham, The Underwater Centre’s General Manager, said: “The courses we deliver at the Centre have been tailored to meet industry needs and this addition to the commercial diving courses is a perfect example of this.

“Through constant collaboration and support with organisations in the sector, we are able to provide the skills required when our graduates go into employment. With the help of Alan Melia, formerly of Stork, we were able to develop the ‘Introduction to Bolt Tensioning course’.

“The training courses we provide are constantly evolving as the industry evolves and requires new skills of its workforce; this latest addition will hopefully go some way to address these needs.”

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Chris Barratt, Senior Mechanical Instructor of Stork, said “At the Stork Centre of Excellence for Mechanical Training in Aberdeen, we understand the oil and gas industry is prone to change, and so must the training and competency of individuals in order to execute approved methods safely in the field.

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“As one of the leading training suppliers for industry approved training courses, Stork are delighted to be collaborating with The Underwater Centre in developing and integrating higher levels of Subsea (MJI) Mechanical Joint Integrity Courses for delegates to gain the necessary underpinning knowledge, before they set out in their commercial diving careers.”

Both the Premium Industry and Construction Career Packages provide training in the statutory components of the Health and Safety Executive’s commercial diving curriculum, as well as training in the use of subsea tools and practical exercises in carrying out construction and maintenance tasks underwater such as subsea welding and cutting, and rigging and slinging operations.

The Premium Industry Package also includes training in subsea inspection techniques: a vital skill to have when working offshore.

Diving provides an excellent career choice, with many benefits, including job satisfaction and good earning potential. 85% of the Centre’s students are working within three months of graduating, with some students landing a job within a week.

The Underwater Centre is a purpose built training facility which incorporates an extensive pier complex including four dive stations, classrooms, workshops and decompression chambers.

With accommodation and additional classrooms based at the landward end of the pier, The Underwater Centre is set up to provide its students with the skills and experience to succeed in their new careers, and continue providing the subsea industry with the workforce that it needs.

Anyone interested in more information about The Underwater Centre should contact: 01397 703 786 Or fortwilliam@theunderwatercentre.com

Vietnamese divers attend maintenance course Our Helmet & Mask maintenance courses bring this knowledge & insight to the divers, supervisors & technicians and specialises in the following manufacturers recommended procedures;

To complete successful underwater operations divers need to have confidence in their equipment reliability & function.

They also need to be properly trained in how it works, how it is used and how to inspect it both before and after a dive.

• How to properly log maintenance and

Interdive has been training personnel for the commercial diving industry since 1985 including “Diving System Technicians”.

These guys have a responsible job in ensuring the dive gear is always operational and likely to stay that way throughout a contract.

• Use of Kirby Morgan Operational Check Lists A2.1 thru A2.6

• Helmet and Band Mask overhaul procedures repairs

• Cleaning and sanitizing

• Face Port Insert inspection and testing • Monthly helmet inspection procedure • Daily pre/post dive procedures

• Supervisor pre-dive inspections

• Supervisor in water checks

• EGS interface procedures and configurations

• Calculation of proper supply pressure and volume requirements

The courses includes both theoretical training using modern facilities with equipment exploded diagrams displayed on screen via data projector; comprehensive printed course notes & manufacturers updates; maintenance manuals provided on CDs. The course content given by knowledgeable & friendly instructors includes a majority time spent “hand-on” actually stripping, inspecting & rebuilding to the manufacturers recommendations various models of band-mask and helmet.

We also include practical instruction on First-Stage regulator servicing so the whole course is pretty comprehensive.

Cylinder inspection and pressure gauge calibration training can be provided as competent person “add-ons” upon request at the time of booking.

As you can see from the photo the guys had an enjoyable course with excellent facilities and returned to Vietnam with their newfound knowledge, competent & confident in the IRM of this type of equipment.

John Rabone, Managing Director Interdive Services Ltd (UK) & Interdive Spain SL For further information on these or many other training courses & services we offer, please see our website at:

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Personal Diving equipment inspection, repair & maintenance (IRM) is probably one of the most important jobs in commercial diving. The equipment is part of a divers “Life support” system and without proper care, use & maintenance, can at worst put the diver at risk, and at least, cost the employer money in breakdown time.

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Hone-All takes a holistic approach to investment Hot on the heels of the arrival of a new 3m bed length CNC lathe, Hone-All Precision has announced further investment in its manufacturing capacity and is also enhancing how customers interact with the Leighton Buzzard precision sub-contractor.

Hone-All is finalising the specifications for their new deep hole boring machine prior to its delivery in September. This will be their second machine with a 3 metre length capacity and further expands its existing boring capacity and will help reduce lead times to help meet growing customer demand.

The ability to bore components of this length and up to 200 mm diameter is of significant interest to customers in the burgeoning oil and gas sector where Hone-All is a major supplier of machined components. “We are seeing a trend for longer, larger components and with the recent installation of our Tuscan 4 metre and the Harrison 3 metre bed length lathes we have the turning capacity to meet these new demands, so the next logical step was to bring in this increased boring capacity,” says Hone-All Precision Director, Andrea Rodney.

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The installation of the new borer will require some realignment of existing facilities to maximise the workflow potential within the factory space. The smaller capacity borer will be relocated in Hone-All’s deep hole drilling section, where the company will make better use of existing BTA gundrill tooling and a transfer of knowledge will be facilitated between those involved in deep hole boring and gundrilling through a structured training programme.

This training will ensure that skilled staff are always available to maintain production across the manufacturing processes.

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Aerospace is also a growing market for Hone-All and a major increase in production quantities for a military helicopter component has seen the company invest in the refurbishment of their Jones & Shipman CNC honing machine with the installation of a new CNC control by OSAI and a complete rebuild of the hydraulic pack and controls by Kanflu. As a result of the work Hone-All has greater control over component accuracy and has also benefitted from increased production, which will be used to offset the doubling of demand for these components over the past six months, with the prediction of significant growth over the next three years.

In addition to increasing manufacturing capacity Hone-All is also enhancing the interface between itself and existing and potential customers with the introduction of an App to complement its redesigned website.

“The new App has been developed to provide customers with information on our services and capabilities. By simply rolling over the individual machining icons users of the App will be presented with machining tolerances, and other relevant information that will enable them to better understand what we can deliver for them. It will also include direct contact via e-mail or phone for those more detailed questions,” says Andrea Rodney.

The new Hone-All App is part of the company’s holistic approach to investment in its business

Magnetrol announces new foundation fieldbus digital output communications for ECLIPSE Model 706 Transmitter Magnetrol® announces the release of the Eclipse® Model 706 transmitter with Foundation fieldbus™ digital output communications. This is the first guided wave radar (GWR) transmitter to pass the Fieldbus Foundation testing using the latest Foundation fieldbus interoperability test kit ITK 6.1.1.

This device offers all of the advantages of the standard 4-20 mA (HART) ECLIPSE Model 706, such as: • • •

Improved Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) Improved diagnostics (meets NAMUR NE 107) Full complement of Overfill-capable probes

This new ECLIPSE Model 706 transmitter will contain the following Function Blocks: • • • • • • • •

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Resource Block (RB) Transducer Blocks (TB) Analog Input Blocks (AI) PID Blocks Arithmetic Block (AR) Input Selector (IS) Signal Characterizer Block (SC) Integrator Block (IT)

With this release, a new Model 706 Foundation fieldbus™ DTM is also available on the Magnetrol website. This DTM will offer all of the new features of the existing Model 706 Hart® DTM. For more information about the ECLIPSE Model 706 transmitter, visit:

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