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Contents Proserv appoints Country Manager in Nigeria

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Harkand signs charter agreement with Siem Offshore

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Valvekits to stock Soldo Hazardous Area Switchboxes

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Staff

Hatlapa-Triplex Offshore deck machinery package Jee Ltd appoints Business Development Manager Registration for largest ever Oceanology opens

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NeoNickel delivering speciality alloys throughout Europe

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Flexitallic, the global sealing solution and gasket specialist, has won first prize at the prestigious DuPont Plunkett Awards 2013 for its innovative Flange Rescue Gaskets (FRG).

The award honours innovative use of fluoropolymers in the oil and gas, architectural and aviation industries.

Flexitallic, which is based in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire, secured first place for its Flange Rescue Gaskets which provide an unsurpassed maintenance solution for the chemical and oil and gas industries.

An international jury of experts met in September at the DuPont Geneva Innovation Center, Switzerland, and selected suitable entrants that best met the judging criteria of degree of innovation, breadth of commercial application, sustainability and optimum use of the materials’ potential.

The experts who were responsible for making the shortlist only accepted around a dozen entries due to the strict criteria of the competition.

The FRG enables corroded flange joints in pipelines in the oil and gas industry to be sealed easily and cost-effectively. This patented system has a precision manufactured metal body coated with expanded Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).

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The high compressibility of the PTFE type used ensures that the FRG conforms even to highly corroded and damaged flange

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surfaces. This eliminates the need for any costly machining of flange faces or replacing complete flanges.

Alex Lattimer, Marketing Director at Flexitallic, said: “Flexitallic has been at the forefront of gasket technology for over a century and winning this award further demonstrates our continued drive for innovation through the creation of solutions that meet the challenges of our customers.

It also reaffirms our commitment to keeping our customers ‘Flexitallic Safe’, which is our intrinsic approach to business that demonstrates our commitment to delivering products, services and professional support to maintain the highest standards of safety.”

We are very proud to win the prestigious DuPont Plunkett Award, which is globally recognized as a significant accolade for innovative companies.”

Sylvie Gallou, Director DuPont Chemicals & Fluoroproducts (DC&F) EMEA, explains: “Once again we were positively surprised by the innovation potential of this 75 year old material, which became known globally under the DuPont™ Teflon® trademark.

This underlines the statement of Dr. Plunkett, who discovered the first fluoroplastic, that the use of Teflon® is only limited by imagination. We are proud that, by initiating the Plunkett Awards in 1988, we created an instrument to permanently encourage and reward this creativity.”

FERGUS EWING VISITS THE UNDERWATER CENTRE

Mr Ewing, who is also MSP for Inverness and Nairn, was visiting the subsea training and trials facility to discuss development plans and see first-hand the Centre’s work-class ROVs and two new barges, in which it has invested to meet the demand for its commercial diving and ROV Pilot Technician training courses.

The new vessels, the renamed Loch Sunart and Loch Scavaig, have been purchased from Western Ferries (Clyde) Limited.

One of the barges will be fitted out with two of the Centre’s work-class ROVs (WROV) and supporting ROV launch and recovery systems (LARS) and used for work-class ROV training – providing realistic training for students to learn how to launch work-class ROVs from a moving vessel.

The Centre is embarking on developing its ROV training next year to provide students with the opportunity to train with work-class ROV systems, given that the majority will go on to work with these when they enter industry.

Students will benefit from having hands on experience with the three WROVs, which were loaned to the Centre by Fugro, one of the world’s largest ROV operators, to offer additional courses that can extend students’ training and development while at the Centre.

The Underwater Centre is working closely with industry to establish the needs and determine the level of training required.

As General Manager Steve Ham explains, the Centre is aiming to up its capabilities to cope with the demand of the very buoyant energy sector and is also develop its courses to meet the requirements of industry.

“We are pleased to have hosted a visit by Mr Ewing and have the opportunity to show him the investment which is being made by the Centre and its partners in industry,” Steve said.

“This is a great example of The Underwater Centre and the rest of industry working together to deliver a clear need in the market place.

We have put a considerable investment in these new barges because we realise the importance of giving our students the best, most up to date facilities which offer training in a contextual environment.”

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Minister sees new vessels and discusses plans for development

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.

For more information about The Underwater Centre contact: Tel: +44 (0)1397 703 786 Or e-mail: fortwilliam@theunderwatercentre.com

The other vessel will be used for the development of diver training and subsea technology trials.

The investment in the new barges comes after the Centre has just announced an increase in the number of students through its doors, with even more projected by the end 2013.

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Energy Minister, Fergus Ewing, said: “What struck me is The Underwater Centre engagement in working closely with industry to invest in making young people their business and allowing them the opportunity to fulfil their potential with specifically designed training required to support the subsea industry.

The Scottish Government is committed to supporting continued growth in Scotland’s energy sector and to allowing our young people to benefit from the tremendous opportunities that this sector presents now and in the future.

That is why Scotland’s Oil and Gas Strategy, developed in conjunction with industry, lays out a plan to help the industry go from strength to strength, and rising capital investment – rising to over £13bn in 2013 - demonstrates the confidence investors and the industry have in Scotland.”

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Proserv appoints country manager in Nigeria International energy technology services company Proserv has reinforced its expanding global reach by appointing a country manager in one of West Africas fast-emerging provinces.

Olu Phillips takes up the post in Nigeria where Proserv has experienced rapid growth in demand for its integrated services and specialist technology.

Olu, who has extensive experience in the African and international marketplace, will be responsible for overseeing the companys operations in the region.

He said: “The market in Nigeria is very dynamic and the oil & gas opportunities are immense.

An ambitious company like Proserv is well placed to capitalise upon these opportunities and I am very excited about the prospects of building upon the companys presence in the region where it already has an operational base in Port Harcourt with plans to open a second office in Lagos”

Olu was previously chief financial officer (CFO) for oil & gas services company, MRS, with responsibility for a wide geographic remit spanning from Nigeria, Senegal and Guinea to the Ivory Coast, Cameroon and Togo. Having initially joined MRS in 2009 as finance director for Nigeria, Olu was made CFO in 2010 and held this position for three years. Prior to this, he worked for Vetco Gray as financial controller for Nigeria.

Proserv Region President Brian Kinsey, Europe & West Africa, said, “Olu brings considerable experience of Nigerias marketplace to Proserv. Through his knowledge of the industry and network of connections in the region, we look forward to Olu playing a pivotal role in helping the team at Proserv to further realise its vision for strategic growth in Nigeria. The company has already been operating in Nigeria for a number of years during which we have worked on a diverse range of projects within the subsea arena including Shell’s Bonga development and Addax Petroleum’s Erha project.”

The appointment of a country manager for Nigeria follows recent success in West Africa for Proserv.

During May, the company announced it had won a multi-million dollar contract in Angola to design and manufacture a subsea sampling system for BP’s PSVM field development. Operating at a depth of 2,000 metres, the system is believed to be the deepest offshore project in Africa.

Olu, who was born in the UK to Nigerian parents, studied for ACCA (Association of Certified Chartered Accountants) in London before studying for an MBA at Edinburgh Business School.

He worked in the UK for more than 10 years across a number of different industries including an international newspaper company and a global cement producer before moving to Nigeria in 2003.

Olu, who is now a fellow of the Association of Certified Chartered of Accountants, lives with his family in Lagos.

He said, “Through my financial background, I am able to recognise market trends and emerging business opportunities. I look forward to utilising this knowledge at Proserv and through working to expand its activity in Nigeria, helping to reinforce the company›s fastevolving global footprint”

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Proserv, which is headquartered in Aberdeenshire, UK, is a global-leading energy production technology services company with a 35-year track record in delivering bespoke technologies and services for the energy industry, particularly in the drilling, production, subsea and decommissioning market sectors. The company operates worldwide across several regions and currently employs more than 1,900 people globally.

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The firm’s market activity spans a diverse range of the oil & gas industry while its high-profile portfolio of clients includes major international operators; national oil companies, leading services companies and small independents.

Tekmar unveils cable installation and protection system

The TekTube cable protection system is an onshore installed solution thus reducing the time and complexity offshore.

Tekmar’s chief executive officer, James Richie, said: “Through capitalising on our energy and engineering experience, our dedicated R&D team have developed a ground-breaking solution which offers a major step change in cable operations.

With more jacket foundation planned to be used in the future, we have optimised a solution of cable protection and J-tube

into one, allowing all the preparation works to be onshore thus refusing the risk and cost of offshore.

TekTube reinforces Tekmar’s commitment to help drive down costs and minimise risk of subsea cabling in offshore wind and oil and gas’s subsea umbilicals risers and flowlines (SURF) sector.”

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Tekmar Energy has reinforced its marketleading position in the supply of offshore cable protection systems by unveiling a new innovation which will contribute significantly to reducing installation time and costs, and minimise associated cable risks onshore.

The system is a game changing technology which replaces the need for costly convention steel J-tubes, a fabrication taken from the oil and gas industry which protects power cables as they are routed up a subsea foundation.

TekTube has also been optimised to be installed onshore rather than offshore as with current technologies on the market.

Before being transported to the offshore windfarm site, the TekTube system will be secured to the wind turbine foundation, sealed and prepared to be received by the Cable Installation Vessel.

TekTube has been developed utilising the same protection methodology as the market-leading, proven industry standard TekLink system. The Teklink system, which was developed by Tekmar in 2008, revolutionises the connection and 30year protection of subsea power cables into monopole foundations and has been supplied into over 24 projects, over 3,000 systems since its entry into the market.

TekTube offers an alternative to Teklink for jacket, gravity-base and floating foundations

TekTube further enhances the company’s proprietary suite of cable protection systems, which can accommodate an extensive range of cabling sizes, including its industry-leading TekLink innovation.

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Tekmar, which provides bespoke cable protection systems to both the global oil & gas and offshore renewables industries, developed the technology at its state-ofthe-art research and development (R&D) and manufacturing hub to meet the needs of the evolving market.

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Double appointment boosts XPD8’s senior management Asset integrity management specialist XPD8 Solutions has strengthened its senior management team in the anticipation of further growth with the appointment of two department managers.

Chris Hewson-Smith and Peter Falconer have joined the company in the respective roles for maintenance engineering and integrity services. Both bring extensive experience in the oil and gas industry to their new positions at XPD8.

The firm, which is based in Aberdeen, is recognised as a leader in maintenance engineering, condition monitoring and integrity services for the oil & gas sector. XPD8 recently reached its 10th anniversary and marked the occasion by announcing it would be introducing an enhanced service through the introduction of a Reliability Solutions department.

Allan Merritt, chief executive at XPD8, said: “Offering a system of prevention rather than cure means clients are increasingly turning to us as they look to extend the life of their platforms and assets.

Chris and Peter are joining us at a time when we are receiving a growing demand for our services. Both have a great deal of experience and will be able to play important roles in helping us to maintain the highest quality of service and reliability in maintenance engineering and integrity services.”

Previously an independent maintenance management consultant, Chris has more than 30 years of industry experience and in recent years has been working internationally on Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) implementation and support contracts. He will bring a wealth of knowledge and a vast network of contacts to XPD8.

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Peter has joined from Oceaneering where he was an inspection and integrity function manager. He has been involved in engineering projects over a wide range of design, analysis and management for over 30 years and has focused on management, integrity and business development responsibilities. Widely regarded as an expert in the integrity management field, Peter has compiled articles for international publications and presented at key conferences and seminars.

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Formed in 2003, XPD8 is a privately owned company which provides skilled engineers for all areas of the data development process.

The firm also recently revealed it had received ISO9001 accreditation for its quality management systems which will further support future business growth and ensure high standards throughout the business.

Corrosion Solutions Ltd CSL specialise in the preservation of equipment and systems utilising the latest in environmentally safe Vapour Phase Corrosion inhibitors.

CSL can work with your people or take over the preservation role to allow your own people to focus on their own areas of expertise.

Our range of preservation processes include:

* E & I enclosures (operational or shutdown)

* Bolt & crevice corrosion protection

* Deluge system internal cleaning & preservation

* Drilling equipment

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How can you reduce maintenance costs and extend equipment life without compromising on protection?

* Process equipment & systems during construction * Corrosion under thermal insulation (CUI) Or shutdown

* Preservation during decommissioning

* Biochemical Rust Removal (dip, fill or spray)

* Specialist coatings

* Rotating Equipment

* Material spares in storage

These processes and services have been proven over the years to reduce corrective maintenance costs and ensure that equipment remains in a condition “Fit for Purpose”

CSL Corrosion Solutions Ltd Corrosion Protection & Preservation - The way ahead Corrosion Solutions Ltd (CSL) are firmly established as a leading specialist corrosion control and preservation company within the worldwide Oil, Gas & Petrochemical industries.

Now in our 15th year we continue to work closely with our clients to ensure their assets remain in fit for purpose condition. CSL are registered with FPAL and certified to ISO 9001:2008

Maintenance for oilfield assets is always of key importance and CSL offer the following successful programmes.

· Deluge cleaning and preservation · Bolt/crevice corrosion protection · Electrical & Instrument preservation · Corrosion under Insulation preservation · New builds preservation management · Materials spares management preservation

Corrosion Solutions Ltd Unit 5, Kirkhill Industrial Estate, Dyce, Aberdeen. AB21 0GU Tel: +44 (0)1224 772694 Fax: +44 (0)1224 775810 E-mail: info@corrsol.co.uk

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The company is based in Aberdeen, UK and offers a range of services that include; application, inhibitor supply, instruction, supervision and technical writing/ application manuals. The company’s main objective is to reduce clients maintenance & clean up costs by the use of Vapour phase Corrosion Inhibitors (VpCI). VpCI’s provide effective levels of corrosion protection in all areas of electrical, mechanical & process systems in each phase of the equipment lifecycle from fabrication, commissioning, shutdown & storage to operational use.

Inhibitors for oilfield corrosion prevention & preservation.

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OPEX appoints Paddy Mallan as Operations Director Aberdeen-based Operational Excellence (OPEX) Group Ltd has appointed an operations director to further strengthen the company’s growing presence in the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS) marketplace.

Paddy Mallan, former production operations director at AMEC, brings a wealth of knowledge to the company which helps operators maximise oil and gas production. With more than 30

years’ experience in the industry, Mallan has held a number of executive level roles in Aberdeen, Alaska, and Dubai.

As operations director for OPEX, Mallan and his team will be responsible for delivering OPEX’s unique range of services that enables operating companies to eliminate production losses and unplanned breakdowns.

OPEX chairman Jamie Bennett said: “Paddy will play a pivotal role in further developing our business strategy and vision, underpinning our growth plans.

His experience in operations and maintenance management both on and offshore, gives him a unique understanding of our business and makes him an extremely valuable addition to our team as we enter the next stage of our expansion.”

Mallan said: “I’m excited to be joining OPEX at a time when the company is expanding and establishing a reputation for delivering operational excellence.

We have a differentiated offering that will play a significant role in the future of the North Sea industry. Operating companies are facing a range of challenges related to operating and maintaining mature assets. They are seeking to improve Production Efficiency when costs are increasing and skills shortages are evident. OPEX offer a range of services that provides solutions to these specific challenges.”

Based in Albert Street, Aberdeen, the company has 30 staff and has secured over £10 million of contract wins in its third year of business.

Harkand signs charter agreement with Siem Offshore

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Harkand has entered into a charter agreement with Siem Offshore for the Offshore Subsea Construction Vessel (OSCV) ‘Siem Spearfish’. The agreement covers a firm period of five years with three yearly options and shall commence in May 2014. The vessel will support the development of the Harkand group in the provision of inspection, repair and maintenance (IRM) services in the deep water Gulf of Mexico.

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The DP2 vessel, built by Vard in Norway, has a 250t crane and will be fitted with two Triton XLX ROVs, as well as a complete survey spread. The Spearfish addition to the Harkand fleet marks an important step forward in the company’s commitment to deep water activities.

John Reed, Chief Executive Officer of Harkand, said: “This commitment we are making in the US Gulf both in terms of our people and our assets underlines our strategy to become the leading international IRM contractor.

The group has been expanding its global footprint over the last few months through organic growth and strategic acquisition and is now setting up its corporate office in London. We are looking forward in 2014 to continue the strengthening of our global position by further investment in all regions”.

Harkand was launched in February 2013 through the merger of Iremis, Integrated Subsea Services (ISS) and Andrews Survey following investment by Oaktree Capital Management. After the acquisition of Veolia Marine Services in August 2013, and through its organic growth initiatives, the group now employs close to 1,000 people at bases in Aberdeen in the UK, Houston in the USA, Dubai in the Middle East, Singapore and Perth in Asia Pacific, Paris in France and its new corporate office in London.

The group aims to grow turnover to $1 billion in the next five years.

Rotaflow FV Ltd Rotaflow FV Ltd designs and manufactures high quality swivel joints for a wide range of applications.

The SK Series features a unique roller system and wide spaced bearings, to give a robust and reliable design. This range is ideal for the oil and gas industry. The large block seal allows free movement with low torque.

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The patented design of Rotaflow swivel joints allows 360 degree rotation under pressure without leakage. With a clear bore, any fluid passing down a pipe will also pass through a Rotaflow swivel joint without restricting the flow pressure.

We design and manufacture swivel joints in both carbon steel and 316 stainless steel and “specials� in any grade of metal to suit customer specification including the larger diameters.

Every joint is tested and additional specific testing including coded welding, rigorous pressure and NDT etc is available on request.

More and more we are rising to the challenge of the demands of quality paperwork with FAT. Rotaflow is also certified to PED Module H for the design, manufacture and repair of swivel joints.

For more information about Rotaflow FV Ltd, Please call: +44 (0)1663 735003 Or E-Mail: sales@rotaflow.com

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Pacson Valves Ltd Pumps & Valves

High Integrity Valves Setting the standard Pacson Valves is a key supplier of high integrity valves to the world oil and gas market, and is a leading developer for severe service and highly critical applications. A privately owned company with its headquarters and modern 50,000 sq ft manufacturing facility in Dundee, Scotland, Pacson Valves also maintains a global presence with sales representation in every major oil and gas producing country in the world.

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Pacson Valves Limited began trading in 1990 having secured the UK distribution rights for Autoclave Engineers Valves and Fittings range, which complimented its own design of high quality subsea cartridge needle valves, and double block and bleed needle valves. Over the next few years the company experienced steady growth, to the point where it decided to focus solely on its own products. With the in-house ability to develop manufacturing to suit valve products, Pacson Valves began to introduce additional types of valves to compliment its original range, including through conduit gate valves, ball valves, and check valves in smaller bore sizes. From here the size range began to increase to include larger bore main piping and manifold valves, resulting in a complete valve package.

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Through this offering, Pacson Valves has dealt with all of the major oil companies, EPCI contractors and wellhead manufacturers over the last two decades. The company’s valve products are supplied to all major subsea oil producing areas including the North Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Australia and West Africa. In particular, the scope of this supply sees small bore valves going to wellhead manufacturers in the UK, Norway, US, and the Far East, and large bore pipe and manifold valves to EPCI contractors and oil companies worldwide.

“We pride ourselves on the quality of products and services, with a total inhouse capability for the manufacture

of bespoke surface and subsea valves, and pressure control products of up to 16 inch/400 mm bore, or 25,000 psi working pressure. This range consists of ball, gate, needle, and check valves. All design and engineering activities are performed inhouse, and supported through significant investment into manpower, training, hardware and software.

Our in-house machining facility is capable of processing a wide range of valves and equipment components in standard or exotic materials, before assembly and testing,” describes Derek Mason, Business Development Manager.

Particular improvement investments include the latest 3D modelling packages, which allows for accurate modelling and design of valve components, as well as complete assemblies.

Pacson Valves’ manufacturing department’s CNC machines also operate with the latest tooling technology, which enables the company to remain at the forefront of machining techniques. This results in the highest quality components and most costeffective machining processes.

Product and process compliance is monitored by the independent

“As Pacson products are of a highly engineered nature, we feel it is important to discuss the customer’s specification at the earliest opportunity to ensure the customer is getting exactly what they want,” notes Derek. “As an example, we are in regular discussion with our customers regarding changes and updates to international specifications and how these changes affect valve manufacturing.”

production comes from offshore and this percentage will increase over the years as more subsea fields become economically viable due to improvements in drilling technology and the like.

The market for subsea isolation valves is buoyant worldwide with almost 300 Subsea Development projects in various stages. This can cause constraints within the supply chain in order to cope with a surge of requirements, however Pacson Valves has built a strong supply base over the years which allows competitive lead times,” enthuses Derek.

The company’s order book reflects this optimism, as since March 2010 Pacson Valves has seen its forward orders starting to rebuild, signalling the end of the recession for the business. By October 2011 the order book was back to the same level as before the recession, and

2012 saw the best order intake in the company’s history. 2013 is expected to be another strong year for Pacson and over the past 24 months Pacson Valves has increased staffing level by 18 per cent in key areas such as sales, quality, purchasing, production and engineering, aligned with increased investment in machinery. As such, Derek is confident about where the business will go to next:

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Quality Assurance and Quality Control departments, with the company’s own expectations of quality set to meet and exceed all relevant customer and international specifications. This is ensured through on-site facilities for hardness testing, liquid penetrant and magnetic particle inspection, as well as two CMM measurement arms for highly accurate dimensional measurement of machined components. Pacson Valves’ latest acquisition in the quality segment is the capability to carry out positive material identification (PMI) of raw materials, which further satisfies its customer’s needs.

“So far in 2013 we expect to meet our targets for the year. There have been significant project awards in the second quarter and more are expected to follow throughout the remainder of the year.

With the ongoing growth in subsea oil & gas production and demand, we see opportunities to further expand the business worldwide, and will continue to invest in people and equipment to meet that challenge.”

However this doesn’t mean that Pacson Valves is without challenges in the market, as Derek continues: “There is a far higher emphasis on product validation testing, which ultimately increases the costs of the product and lead times. We have our own in-house testing facilities and can accommodate customer’s special requirements but clients don’t always appreciate that no one vendor can fully qualify their entire range just waiting for an order. Some customers also ask for material specifications which are very difficult to actually achieve in the market place. Therefore we always try to advise and guide the customer to ensure the best product is achieved, based on a relationship of mutual understanding and trust.”

“We predominantly manufacture bespoke subsea isolation valves as currently approximately 30 per cent of world

Pacson Valves Ltd Unit F, Claverhouse Industrial Park, Dundee, DD4 9UA Tel: +44 (0)1382 513655 E-Mail: info@pacson.co.uk Web: www.pacson.co.uk

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Today the subsea sector of the oil and gas market is of major focus for Pacson Valves, as demonstrated by its coming presence at key industry events such as Subsea 2014 and most recently Offshore Europe 2013 in Aberdeen .

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Valvekits to stock Soldo hazardous area switchboxes Rotork Valvekits, the Rotork actuator manufacturing and flow control group’s specialist valve mounting kit company, is now the UK stockist for Soldo switchboxes. Soldo is a highly regarded manufacturer of compact switchboxes featuring a range of switch options with local visual position indication for rotary quarter-turn pneumatic actuators.

Rotork Valvekits will predominantly stock Soldo switchboxes for hazardous area applications, encompassing the SK and SQ explosionproof ranges and intrinsically safe models from the SP range. SK and SQ switchboxes are internationally certified for installation in EExd Zone 1 and 2 hazardous areas by ATEX, IECEx, GOST (Russia) and CCOE (India).

Available with painted aluminium or polished 316L stainless steel enclosures, these switchboxes can be supplied with electromechanical switches, magnetic switches, proximity sensors or inductive sensors to suit user requirements.

A pre-wired terminal strip incorporates two extra terminals for solenoid valve connections. Integral adjustable Namur standard mounting legs enable swift attachment to any actuator with VDI/VDE3845 dimensions.

Environmentally sealed to IP66/67 as standard or IP67/68 as an option, the switchbox enclosure is fitted with two cable entries and a 3D visual position indicator for maximum visibility from the top and side.

The standard ambient operating temperature range is -20ºC to +80ºC, with optional low and high temperature versions available for -55ºC and +105ºC respectively.

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Simplified mounting and commissioning is facilitated by toolfree adjustment of high resolution, vibration resistant splined switch operating cams and an internal twin shaft design that maintains the match between the actuator shaft and position indicator.

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Soldo SP switchboxes incorporate the same features as the SK/SQ ranges within an IP65 weatherproof reinforced polymer enclosure designed for non-hazardous or intrinsically safe applications.

Intrinsically safe versions incorporating micro-switches or proximity sensors are being stocked by Rotork Valvekits.

The Soldo agreement is Rotork Valvekits’ third stockist/ distributor agreement to have been announced in recent months.

In May the company announced its appointment as the UK distributor for the well established Centork range of pneumatic valve positioners and an exclusive stockist and distributor appointment for the industry-leading Pneumatrol Namur range of solenoid valves.

Netzsch Pumps and Systems Ltd

The pumps are mainly used for fluids with the following properties: ·

High solid content (up to 30% sand)

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Low to high viscosities

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Abrasive

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High content of gas

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High content of water

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High fluid and environmental temperature

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Large range of capacities and pressures

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Capacities from 6 bpd up to 2,200 bpd

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Pressures up to 240 bar (3,400 psi)

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Installation depth up to 2,200m (7,700ft)

Artificial lift pumps offer a volumetric efficiency between 75 and 95% with an overall system efficiency between 40 and 70%.

They can handle fluids with a viscosity up to 5000 cP at the well head.

NETZSCH Transfer and multi-phase pumps have proven long service life even in the most extreme applications and installation conditions. Operational and maintenance costs are low together with a low initial investment.

NETZSCH high-pressure pumps are rated for pressures up to 240 bar (3,400 psi) for universal applications. They are also suitable for water re-injection.

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NETZSCH offers the complete progressing cavity and rotary lobe pump programme for up-stream, mid-stream and down-stream production

At NETZSCH we strive to use our expanding global technological and market leadership for our customers benefit. We see ourselves as far more than just a developer and producer; it is our aim to be your partner for everything from project planning to process consulting to integral service. Consultation services, technical support and product quality are our core strengths.

We want to ensure the continued high performance of your pump system and will therefore always be there to assist you with whatever needs you may have – pre order, during the contract, during installation, commissioning and operation. Our highly skilled sales and service staff and our local service partners are always available.

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Ideal solutions for onshore or offshore, upstream or downstream As an expert manufacturer of downhole and surface pumps, we produce oilfield pump systems according to the highest quality standards. The viscosity of your crude oil or its percentage of gas or sand makes no difference to the NETZSCH progressing cavity pumps, our helical rotor system is unbeatable.

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Netzsch Pumps & Systems Ltd Horchester, Holywell, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 0LL Tel: +44 (0)1935 483900 E-Mail: info.npu@netzsch.com Web: www.netzsch.com

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Pumps & Valves

Working together to provide a clean seamless customer service Working together in order to benefit the customers’ needs for a single contact point for services is key in providing a seamless service offer. Rarely do original equipment manufacturers see the need for partnership to deliver this type of service to its customers. However Hayward Tyler Ltd and Eureka Pumps AS have not only listened to the market but have made it a reality.

Established in 1815 in the UK, the Hayward Tyler Group manufactures a comprehensive range of Fluid Filled Electric Motors and Pumps, custom designed to meet the most demanding of applications and environments. In the Oil and Gas markets the company leads the field with their high specification fluidfilled motors that are supporting some of the most advanced deep sea technology available.

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Eureka Pumps AS is a pump supplier with 30 years’ experience in the Oil and Gas Industry, offering a range bespoke engineering solutions that covers the majority of pump applications in the offshore Industry. Eureka Pumps AG is a market leader among companies operating in the Norwegian Continental shelf, and is also present in International markets with selected applications based on own technology.

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Both organisations have constantly put service as a priority.

Hayward Tyler Ltd providing around the clock support to its worldwide customer base Including Europe, China, North and South America, with workshops in United Kingdom, USA, China and India and field staff available 24 hours a day 365 days a year. Likewise Eureka Pumps AG with a well-established footprint in Norway, having over three dedicated service locations within Norway offering a full range of service offers from repair through to training and optimisation and resource support.

Both companies have always worked in a traditional supplier and Original Equipment Manufacturers principal of managing the whole-operation in-house and dealing with their part of a solution as stand-alone. Both organisations though share a philosophy of high customer care delivered through quality products and services recognised the need for a seamless solution and face to the customer.

Throughout the early parts of 2013 Hayward Tyler Ltd and Eureka have been working behind the scene to realise the goal of a seamless offer to its existing and future customers. Hayward Tyler Ltd and Eureka Pumps AG in June announced a heads of agreement which will turn this now to a reality.

Focusing first in the Norwegian Continental Shelf and UK offshore Industry both parties have combined to provide Pump and Motor service at a single point.

With future plans to allow its Global customer base this seamless opportunity for services in any offshore application.

Archimedes when he proclaimed “Eureka” had indeed maybe found something new and exciting and fundamental to fluid mechanics, likewise Hayward Tyler Ltd who have had a history of Innovation, from its first submersible electric motor in 1908 to its 2.7MW variable speed driven submersible motor driven, along with Eureka Pumps AG, hope they have found something as useful for the offshore Oil & Gas market, the ability to work together to provide a clean seamless customer services, professional with all the benefits derived from going to the Original Equipment Manufacturer without having to worry.

Hayward Tyler Ltd 1 Kimpton Road, Luton, LU1 3LD Tel: +44 (0)1582 731144 Fax: +44 (0)15 E-Mail: info@haywardtyler.com

Abacus Valves Focus on Benefits of Non Slam Nozzle Check

Since 2012, the Nozzle Check product has been recommended by Abacus to address critical service conditions integral to customer projects. Commenting on the appeal of the Nozzle Check Valve product, Liam Ogden, UK Sales Manager said:

“This high performance valve in particular meets our customers’ requirements for the subsea market in that it operates at extremes of pressure, has proven nonslam characteristics and has minimal pressure drop across the valve.

The Nozzle Check is an extremely efficient valve which compliments our high performance range perfectly.”

Alternative products recommended for subsea and offshore applications are the Abacus Twin Plate Check Valve, High Performance Sprung Disc and Wafer Swing Check Valve. Wafer Style, Solid Lugged, Double Flanged and Hub Ended connections are readily available.

In addition to commodity products, the company frequently supply highly customised and modified products, at competitive prices and on a fast turnaround.

Abacus Valves services include product selection, system design and equipment specification – support is available from enquiry through to installation and project start-up. The Abacus range carries the CE mark and complies fully with Pressure Equipment Directive 97/32/EC.

Pumps & Valves

UK based Abacus Valves, an established manufacturer of wafer check valves for the Oil & Gas, Water and Process industries, reports the significant role played by the high performance range of valves within its portfolio. The company, which provides full technical support from initial enquiry through to commissioning, highlights the Nozzle Check valve as a valuable part of its range.

“The Nozzle Check Valve Is an asset in our catalogue of Check Valve solutions.

It has proven to be an increasingly popular choice for wide ranging projects, including high service water delivery.”

Further success for Budenberg Double Block & Bleed Valves The increasing requirements of the international and regulatory standards for offshore valve products have seen a greater demand from end users for exotic materials and specialist testing requirements.

The Budenberg Monoflange and modular Double Block & Bleed valve ranges are being continually being developed to meet these increasing requirements including compliance to the MESC SPE 77/312 standard for Fugitive Emissions and the Petrofac Low Temperature tests.

Paul Holland, Marketing Director said “We are proud of the quality that we put into our products both in terms of its design and the materials we use during manufacture”.

With a 165 year heritage of manufacturing instrumentation products we understand the demands of the market and will always put quality as the premier requirement for any of our products.

Budenberg also produces a range of needle valves, manifolds and complex Double Block & Bleed and Mono Flange assemblies for use by major blue chip offshore, electro-chemical and power generation companies globally. This latest success from Budenberg Gauge Company is further evidence of their aggressive global/strategic growth plan.

For further information contact Paul Holland 0161 7777300

Budenberg Gauge Company Ltd 4 Gilchrist Road, Northbank Industrial Park, Irlam, Manchester, M44 5AY Tel: +44 (0)161 7777300 E-Mail: sales@budenberg.co.uk Web: www.budenberg.co.uk

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Budenberg Ltd is able to keep pace with the market demands due to its commitment to its own in-house design and machining facility that enables them to provide a quick delivery of its DBB Valves or provide a fast track for prototype or special products to suit an individual requirement.

Budenberg Gauge Company started manufacturing instrumentation products in the UK from 1850 with their first factory in Whitworth Street Manchester before moving to Woodfield Road, Altrincham.

They now operate from Gilchrist Road, Irlam, Manchester where the tradition for quality and reliability has been maintained. As well as manufacturing pressure and temperature gauges – for which they are internationally renowned,

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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 as the launch of a new Offshore Package will take place in late June 2013.

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The Offshore Package combines the expertise of the companies into one, fully compatible and customizable package.

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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.

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.

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.

The Multi Deck Handlers can be divided into two categories, for AHT vessels and for PSVs. The AHT MDH package includes: Lifting and pulling capacities of 42t and 30t over the whole deck

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Anchor handling operations performed with remote control

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Camera systems and floodlights

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Heavy capacity lifting manipulator crane

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Separate winch with 22t lifting capacity

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Manipulator designed for “fine” operations

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Separate wire clamp

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20t lifting capacity

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Loading and offloading containers in port

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Moving and storing containers offshore

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Tandem lifts of pipes and large items

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

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.

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.

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 is scheduled for the beginning of 2014.

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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

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Nautilus Rigging (UK) Ltd Winching & Lifting

New Nautilus Subsea Hooks - Solutions to old ROV problems Nautilus Rigging (UK) Ltd have launched a new, unique, range of ROV operated lifting hooks for subsea operations. The hooks utilize patented Nautilus “positive locking” technology, an innovation that significantly enhances the operational and safety aspects of subsea/ROV lifting operations.

The company, which won the Woefel, Best Mechanical Engineering Award from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and the Innovation of the year award at the Offshore Support Vessel conference has invested over £150,000 in developing this new type of subsea hook which complements their existing range of topside hooks.

The new hooks feature Nautilus’s patented “positive locking” system which ensures each load is operationally secure until released by the ROV. It is the first, and only, range of subsea hooks to include such innovations which address the long standing concerns held by industry over the operational safety and suitability of traditional internal spring latch ROV hooks.

Bill Toon, Managing Director, said “ The nautilus ROV hook is specifically designed to prevent unintentional self release of the load which is a known, inherent, design hazard associated with the standard spring latch “snap on” design of ROV hooks, especially when loads pass through the “transition zone” (from air to water) which, under the varying hydrodynamic forces, can produce “slack” in the lifting train and allow the slings to flip up over the latch and then pull back down through the hook and self release the load which often results in costly equipment damage and recovery operations”

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Model NH-SS22E SWL: 22 Tonnes

“The risk of self release is eliminated with the Nautilus ROV hook where the positive locking function maintains load integrity until released by the ROV, in addition the positive locking arm also prevents the hooks from unintentional hooking on to umbilical cables and subsea equipment” The new Nautilus ROV hooks incorporate all the innovative safety features of the companies topside hooks, including the integrated safety handle and dual sided sliding lock mechanism which makes the topside handling a simple, safe and secure operation, removing fingers from the hazardous hook/sling interface area and promoting an easy one handed operating method.

Model NH-ROV22E Length: 682mm Width: 264mm Thickness: 62mm

“Following 18 months of development, testing and field trials we were very excited to launch this new product at the premier Subsea2013 event in Aberdeen back in February, The Industry has responded very positively to this new development and our initial batch of sample production hooks sold out within weeks of the launch event.

The first full production run of the NH-ROV22E (Long shank) and the NH-SS22E (eye top) subsea hooks has completed an stock will be available for supply from end of June” Mr Toon advised

Bespoke 316SS Stud & Wire assembly rated to 1200kg

“Nautilus ROV hooks are the cost efficient solution to ensuring load integrity, safety, and security for all subsea and ROV assisted lifting and installation operations” Nautilus Subsea Hooks have a WLL of 22 tonnes, the hooks are supplied with a bespoke 316 stainless steel activation wire fitted, All Nautilus Hooks are manufactured to exceed industry standards and are individually proof tested to 2.5 x the WLL, in addition Nautilus Hooks are individually numbered for traceability and come complete with the manufacturers test certification.

Nautilus Rigging has produced an excellent operational video detailing the unique operational and safety benefits that these new, technically advanced, ROV hooks provide to operators, The video and full product specification can be viewed at:

www.nautilusrigging.com

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Nautilus Rigging (UK) Ltd 23E Burnside Drive, Dyce, Aberdeen, Scotland AB21 0HW Tel: +44 (0)1224 772323 E-Mail: info@nautilusrigging.com Web: www.nautilusrigging.com

NautilusRigging Manufacturers of Nautilus Hooks™

Introducing the world’s first range of ROV hooks with ‘positive locking function’ Nautilus Rigging are raising industry standards with the launch of a range of ROV hooks with patented ‘positive locking function’, built to complement our range of award winning topside hooks. u Nautilus ROV hooks manufactured to BS/EN 1677-1 - CE certified u Individually numbered and proof tested to 2.5 x WLL - supplied with test certification u Long Shank and Eye Top models are supplied with a bespoke primary activation wire fitted u Additional primary wires and secondary wire kits are available as accessories For full details and specifications visit www.nautilusrigging.com

NautilusRigging Safer lifting, efficient solutions

T: +44 1224 772323 E: sales@nautilusrigging.com www.nautilusrigging.com

William Hackett Chains Ltd Winching & Lifting

Manufacturing Chains in the William Hackett cHains West Midlands since ltd.

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Hot Stab

William Hackett Chains Ltd. has manufactured chain products in the West Midlands since 1892 making it one of the oldest companies in this industry. In recent years the manufacturing in the UK has focused on bespoke chain products and assemblies whilst cooperating with key manufacturers abroad. WHC lifting division was formed in Alnwick, Northumberland in 1989 and this operation has grown into a market leader in the UK lifting market.

WHC prides itself on working closely with distributors and their clients to adapt and improve products for specific applications by using in house technical expertise and manufacturing facilities and also those of our key suppliers. This philosophy has led to the development a range of subsea lifting products designed for use by ROVs including chain hoists with ROV friendly interfaces.

Originally the challenge was to try to ensure that standard hoists would function subsea but it was concluded that whilst most standard hoists would function subsea, there were hazard factors unique to the subsea environment that caused problems in standard hoists. It also became apparent that subsea operations were being undertaken at greater depths where only ROVs could work. We knew that we could engineer solutions to deal with these challenges and we developed the Hackett Shark subsea chain hoist as a result. We stock the component parts for these ROV hoists because our commitment with specialised products is the same as standard items, which is to deliver from stock. Our hydraulically driven ROV chain hoist represents a major step forward in subsea lifting. It offers complete control with the huge benefit of built in load limiting because we can factory set the hydraulics to a specific maximum load.

To download the ROV Subsea Chain Block Brochure, go to: www.williamhackett.co.uk

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William Hackett Chains Ltd Oak Drive, Lionheart Enterprise Park, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 2EU Tel: +44 (0)1665 604200 E-Mail: info@williamhackett.co.uk Web: www.williamhackett.co.uk

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Subsea

Jee Ltd Appoints Additional Business Development Manager Jee Ltd, a leading independent multidiscipline subsea engineering and training company, has appointed Michael Green as a new Business Development Manager to join the growing business development team.

Mr Green is based at the company’s head office in Tonbridge, Kent, and will be seeking new business opportunities to support long-term growth plans as well as being responsible for facilitating proposals and tenders with UK and international oil companies as well as global vessel operators.

Within Jee’s international scope, Michael will concentrate on Concept, FEED, and Detailed Design projects within London and South-East England, the Netherlands

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Online Distance Learning Specialist training at the touch of a button and Paris, with particular focus on multiwell tiebacks, FPSOs, ILI and pigging projects.

Mr Green spent a year working as an engineer for Jee, specialising in conceptual design and subsea controls projects, and will continue to be involved with high-level field developments for his key clients. Prior to this, he worked in a commercial role for Saipem Ltd and engineering positions at Weatherford Production Optimisation.

Jee Ltd Business Development Director, Nigel Ross, said: “We are extremely pleased to have Michael join the business development team as he brings a wealth of technical and commercial experience to strengthen the team. Michael has a very broad and deep understanding of subsea engineering design and production operations and his specialisation is subsea controls, which dovetails in perfectly with Jee’s integrated subsea engineering approach to the market. Michael will be instrumental in furthering our continued domestic and international growth, and we look forward to developing relationships with new and existing clients through him.”

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Mr Green said: “I am thrilled to progress my career at Jee and take on the challenges that will come with my new role, particularly working on upcoming projects at a different level. Like all Business Development Managers at Jee, I have extensive engineering experience, which enables me to really understand our customers’ needs and ensure they continue to have complete confidence that they are working with the specialist subsea engineering company of choice.

The most attractive thing about working for Jee is that the company is truly independent and we are in the unique position to provide completely unbiased information based solely on our clients’ best interests. As part of the team, I look forward to adding value to all of our projects, increasing the average project size and duration as well as offering more return on investment to our clients.”

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Jee is an independent subsea engineering and training company with offices in Aberdeen, London and Tonbridge.

Jee’s multi-disciplined capabilities and integrated services, cover the spectrum of subsea engineering for the whole of life-of-field.

Subsea industry staffing solutions to be part of the “toolkit”

The strength of the industry is such that opportunities are there to grow this figure further to £11 billion.

Our recent Business Activity Review of 750 companies shows Britain continues to outperform competitors due to its skill set, expertise and the development of innovative technology. The major threat to this success and future growth is the widely reported shortage of skills.

Continually poaching the best and brightest from a shrinking talent pool is not the answer and to achieve growth we need to look for new solutions.

With this in mind we launched Subsea Target earlier this year to help companies accelerate the pace at which they can develop and deploy people with the relevant skills or potential. The scheme also provides advice and guidance to individuals looking to change career path and enter the subsea sector.

Already 15 companies, large and small, across the supply chain have signed up to the programme.

They are focusing on potential recruits with transferable skills as they look to appoint competent staff from different backgrounds.

To aid companies in this we have developed a ‘Toolkit’ to provide the additional support and infrastructure required so new recruits can become fully proficient in a subsea role as quickly as possible.

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In the United Kingdom the subsea sector is worth £8.9 billion and comprises 45% of the global market.

For many companies the issue is not simply about finding people but more about how they recruit, how they retain staff and how they equip them with the skills required to do the job.

Resources for growth are required and this means having the right corporate context and organisational culture into which they can bring people.

It is important to explore pre-employment strategies, structured inductions, personal development plans, mentoring, coaching and encouraging teamwork. This is in addition to having a competence management and measurement system alongside a comprehensive training programme.

We have fully investigated what the industry needs in terms of skills and explored the existing programmes which work well for individual companies.

With the long term focus on educating children on the attractiveness of career in subsea and encouraging the uptake of STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) subjects we are working to secure the industry for years to come.

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Bibby Remote Intervention Limited adds to ROV Fleet Bibby Remote Intervention Limited (BRIL) has secured a multi-million pound contract with Olympic Shipping to install two 150 horse-power deep water Quasar ROVs onboard the construction support vessel (CSV), Olympic Ares.

The two ROVs will be installed in the purpose built ROV hangers onboard the vessel by BRIL for ROV and survey services.

This follows the signing of a charter agreement with Bibby Offshore and Olympic Shipping for the Olympic Ares for a seasonal charter during 2014 with options to extend.

BRIL will install the ROVs in Q4 this year and Bibby Offshore and Olympic will jointly market the vessel up until the charter agreement begins in 2014.

Established at the end of 2011, BRIL has grown significantly with staff numbers increasing significantly, with the addition of 20 onshore personnel and the offshore workforce trebling to more than 100.

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Increased market demand for ROV services, along with major contract wins

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in the renewable and oil and gas sector has driven BRIL’s rapid development and has firmly established the business as a leading remote intervention contractor with numerous third party clients.

Mike Arnold, chief operating officer of BRIL said: “We are delighted to secure this contract to install these world-class Quasar ROVs on the Olympic Ares and look forward to a long term relationship with Olympic Shipping.

“To deliver high quality products and services to our clients, we have invested significantly in our ROV fleet, including the addition of the 150hp Quasars to our 13 systems.

“We place a huge emphasis on collaborative working and our ROV team will have support from our onshore BRIL team in the delivery of this contract, ensuring that we maintain Bibby’s high standards.

Bibby Offshore with new sister company Bibby Remote Intervention Limited (BRIL), has grown from 10 employees in 2003 to now employing more than 1,300 people onshore and offshore worldwide, with offices in Aberdeen, Liverpool, Singapore, Trinidad and Houston.

The company has an international fleet of six subsea support vessels and 13 Remote Operating Vehicles (ROV) and will continue to add to their fleet to meet demand.

C-Kore

As subsea field umbilical arrays grow ever more complex the integrity of the components becomes increasingly critical. It is paramount that subsea electrical arrays are made up of umbilical cables & connectors that are known to be good.

The Zetechtics C-Kore is a Subsea (rechargeable) battery powered electronics package, fully integrated into the dummy plug normally fitted to the electrical connectors of subsea termination heads and umbilical / jumper assemblies.

Unfortunately it is all too easy for jumper assemblies to be damaged in transit between factory floor and sea floor. Once the array is fully assembled and in place on the sea bed then fault finding becomes highly problematic and test via disconnection runs the very real risk of introducing further faults.

Possible faults could include;

When Subsea, the C-Kore can detect the arrival of any ROV (via light source or proximity sensors), and when activated, installation resistance, continuity and capacitance (cable length) are measured automatically.

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Manufacturing Errors & Design Flaws Transit Damage via Incident or Accident Incorrect Installation or Load Out Mechanical Damage (impact, vibration, crush, cut, abrasion, etc.)

Hydrostatic Effects Water Leak or Pin Hole ROV Manipulator Damage Sea floor movement

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C-Kore is designed to provide assurance to field installation engineers that their umbilical systems will meet the client requirements by checking electrical integrity immediately prior to connector make-up

Tests are performed between all / any required electrical cores and the surrounding sea water.

Lowest measured values are shown on the full colour OLED display; these values can be used to determine if any damage has occurred to the subsea component.

The operator then makes up the connection in the normal way and can be sure that known good components are being assembled at every point in the process.

For more information, Call the sales team on: +44 (0)1653 602021 or email sales@zetechtics.com

Powerful jumper and umbilical monitoring As subsea field umbilical arrays grow ever more complex then the integrity of the components becomes increasingly critical.

C-Kore is designed to provide assurance to field installation engineers that their umbilical systems will meet the client requirements by checking electrical integrity immediately prior to connector make-up.

For further information visit our website or call our sales team on 01653 602020

Zetechtics Ltd Main Street, Amotherby, York, YO17 6TA Tel: +44 (0)1653 602020 E-Mail: sales@zetechtics.com Web: www.zetechtics.com

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Ensuring Company Consistency when Embarking on Internationalisation Scotland’s economic links with the rest of the world are strengthening, with international activity playing a key role in the success of the oil and gas industry. Scottish firms are currently active in over 100 markets across the globe, and global sales have increased by 8.4 percent from 2011/12 to reach £8.2 billion [Scottish Enterprise Survey of international activity in the oil and gas sector 2011-12].

Internationalisation through exporting skills and resources into foreign regions is often the best investment a business can make to ensure its products and services successfully reach global limits, says Hydro Group managing director Doug Whyte Having an on-the-ground presence in an overseas region can help a company gain a competitive edge and significantly help with developing client relationships.

Earlier this year, as part of our strategic growth plan, Hydro Group opened a SE Asia office to offer its range of subsea optical cables, electrical cables and connectors to the wider energy and subsea engineering markets, and broaden the company’s global reach.

However, it is essential that when a company moves into foreign regions, it ensures business consistency and compliance over international borders, with the people employed to head up a new division proficient in company messaging and best practices from existing offices.

Hydro Group has already seen success in sharing skills across international borders by training a key member of the new Singapore office. Gabriel Tan was appointed, a highly competent and skilled local technical support supervisor, having spent 16 years in the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) as a highly qualified electronic technician and trainer.

To maintain and guarantee the level of knowledge and capabilities for which Hydro Group is known globally, Gabriel went from Singapore to the Group headquarters, in Aberdeen for intensive training over four months. Throughout this time he became proficient in Hydro Group’s manufacturing processes and technology, as well as the company’s machining methods, moulding procedures, electrical test and inspection procedures.

The process has enabled Gabriel to return to Singapore to establish operations with the confidence and experience that is essential in order to make the enterprise a success.

The transfer of skills is vitally important to the success of the Singapore office and Hydro Group as a whole, ensuring that the company delivers a consistent service and quality product globally.

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Gabriel’s role will have great influence on the recruitment and training of local employees. His blend of technical and supervisory skills will enhance the service and support offered from the Hydro Group Singapore facility.

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As the international export of skills, goods and services increases, global expansion is key to ensure a company grows and evolves with the times. As well as providing employment for locals, the training of regionally based teams helps to develop well equipped staff with Hydro Group’s skills and knowledge, to ensure company standards are retained, but they are also in tune with the language and culture of the region. An SME needs to ensure that its standards are maintained and that those employed understand the ethics and ethos of the company to guarantee successful results when moving into international regions.

Ennsub gears up for strong 2014 with £7.5 million order book

The company, established in July 2012 by four prominent subsea professionals, is headquartered in Westhill, Aberdeen, and has invested £500,000 in a new production facility in Teesside, north-east England with product assembly and test facilities, client offices and a 3D design theatre.

Ennsub plans to launch a recruitment drive next year as demand for its innovative subsea products increases.

The company offers a range of deep and ultra-deepwater deployment solutions for ROVs, subsea modules and bespoke

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REGISTRATION FOR LARGEST-EVER OCEANOLOGY INTERNATIONAL OPENS Registration for the largest-ever Oceanology International (ExCeL London, Tuesday 11 – Thursday 13 March 2014) is now open at www. oceanologyinternational.com. With 520 exhibitors from 35 countries taking up over 8,000 m2 net of space, the biennial global forum is where industry, academia and government come together to share knowledge and connect with their peers in the marine technology and ocean science community, thus improving their strategies for measuring, exploiting, protecting and operating in the world’s oceans.

“It is not only the exhibition that is record-breaking, we have an impressive series of eight conferences and three highly topical panel discussions planned by the industry for the industry,” explains Event Director, James Coleman of Reed Exhibitions. “Our committees, under the overall chairmanship of Professor Ralph Rayner have certainly excelled themselves this year putting together highly relevant sessions across the full gamut of topics.

Attendance at all of the conferences is free of charge for all visitors and exhibitors – over 7,600 from 70+ countries attended the last OI - and we are looking forward to packed halls and highly stimulating presentations, question and answer sessions and panel discussions.“

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requires ocean data and information to support its business needs, the OI conferences will connect you with new ideas and opportunities.”

Day by Day programmes Day One Three day-long conferences ‘Underwater Positioning and Metrology’; ‘Ocean Observing Systems’ (including a ‘quick fire session with companies unveiling their latest technology), and ‘Marine Renewables – Survey, Installation and Maintenance’ get OI 2014 off to a flying start on opening day – Tuesday 11 March.

Underwater Positioning and Metrology Begins with a series of presentations on the theme of project-specific applications of underwater positioning and measurement techniques and then moves to panel discussions on Application of Inertial Navigation to Underwater Positioning; and Use of Imagining Technologies to Aid with Underwater Positioning.

Ocean Observing Systems 1 Starts with a keynote presentation by Dr Harry Kolar of IBM and the highly topical ‘The Results of Oceanology Investigations of the Arctic Expedition from August to September 2013’

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Day Two Day Two sees the second part of the ‘Ocean Observing Systems’ conference; the half day ‘Underwater Communications’ sessions; ‘Underwater Security’, and ‘Operating in Extreme Environments’ with its focus first on deep water and then on the Arctic taking place.

Ocean Observing Systems II Comprises presentations from Germany, the USA and China on ocean observing/

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habitat; publishing data; ocean education; and a green global ocean network – the session finishes at lunchtime.

Maritime Communications Is a half-day conference focusing on the real world applications of subsea wireless communications and their practical limitation and considerations.

Underwater Security Will examine new and emerging technologies to support underwater security; threat assessment and decision making; intelligence and data handling; people and process; sensor integration and information fusion; and examples of government/private sector/academic partnerships.

Operating in Extreme Environments Will be split into two parts with presentations focusing on deepwater operations in the morning; and operating in the Arctic under the conference spotlight in the afternoon.

The full list of speakers is at www. oceanologyinternational.com/conferences.

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The day-long session incorporates a wide range of production systems and species types, encompassing macro- and micro-algae, shellfish, crustacean and finfish, and looks at production for a number of different markets such as food chain, blue biotechnology and renewable energy/biofuels. Sessions on aquaculture in oceanic environments; automated activities and remote sensing; location of aquaculture operations with other marine industry; and water treatment and

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The ‘Unmanned Underwater Vehicles Showcase’; ‘Hydrography and Geophysics – Offshore Site Investigations’ feature conference on the third and final day’s agenda along with the Ballast Water panel discussion.

As in 2012, Oceanology International 2014 will be preceded by the Catch The Next Wave conference on Monday 10 March in central London. Organised in partnership with the Foundation for Science and Technology, this is primarily an invitation-only event, but a limited number of delegate places will be made available on a first-come-first-served basis.

Unmanned Underwater Vehicle Showcase This highly popular conference is staged in co-operation with the Society for Underwater Technology, and will feature current analysis of the AUV and ROV market and technology presentations from the industry.

Hydrography and Geophysics Offshore Site Investigations features an opening keynote address by Mick Cook, Director, MRC Consultants ‘Introduction of the SUT OSIG Committee Guidance Document for Offshore Wind Farm Site Investigations’ and will also explore data compilation and manipulation: GIS and visualisation; and ‘What is the Way Forward for Geophysical and Geotechnical Integration’.

The half day panel discussion on Ballast Water New Business Opportunities from Emerging Legislation will explore the exciting new business opportunities that will be created by the emerging legislation and further delve into some of the challenges. Expert panel members will provide an overview of the problem, the potential solutions and the legal framework; and look at how science and technology will play an increasingly vital role in controlling the spread of invasive species The traditional Oceanology International Careers Day aimed at graduates and undergraduates

The full programme will be announced on www.ctnwconference.com in early January 2014. Speakers will include a keynote address by Captain Don Walsh, USN (Retired), International Maritime Inc, who with Jacques Piccard, dived in Trieste in 1960 to the deepest place in the world ocean – 35,840 ft in the Mariana Trench, and his interest continues to this day.

Following on from the inaugural event, the conference will continue the exploration of new scientific discoveries, disruptive and emergent technologies, and how they may profoundly influence the ocean technologies of the future.

Strong support and associated events The Society for Underwater Technology is the learned society patron of Oceanology International, which numbers the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST), International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA), Society of Maritime Industries and the UK Hydrographic Society amongst its supporting organisations.

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Electrical

CMP Products CMP Products proudly present their extensive new range of cable cleats As part of their continual research and development and innovative design, CMP Products, the global market leaders and specialists in cable glands and cable accessories across the globe, are proud to present their new, extensive range of cable cleats.

Already specialists in cable gland and cable accessories, CMP Products have harnessed their extensive knowledge and experience in industrial and hazardous environments, to design and manufacture this wide range of cleats.

CMP’s cable cleats have been designed to withstand all the industrial and hazardous environments CMP’s products are specialists in.

CMP Products; providing protection, whatever the environment.

All cable installations vary in design from one installation to the next, which is why CMP Products design and manufacture cable cleats for all applications, including single, trefoil, quad and matrix applications. They offer a range that is both comprehensive and diverse, designed for use within industrial areas and hazardous locations, as well as specialist applications such as railway and underground, oil and gas, and petrochemical.

The CMP Cleat Range is available to suit a variety of support structures, including cable ladder, cable tray, basket, channel, masonry or concrete. They are also tested in accordance with IEC 61914:2009 to ensure that, regardless of the cable formation used on the installation, there is a suitable cleat.

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CMP Products; providing high quality, whatever the material.

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CMP cable cleats are manufactured from various high quality materials, with excellent flame retardant properties, to suit the environmental conditions they may be subjected to. CMP Products cable cleats are designed, constructed and third

party certified in accordance with IEC 61914:2009, to ensure both the safety of personnel and the protection of the cable management system.

At CMP Products, safety is our priority.

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Designs to fit every situation and environment Parallel, trefoil and multicore formations available to suit any installation Third party certification to IEC 61914:2009

Exceptional customer service and constant research and development are at the heart of what they do and CMP Products are relentlessly working to retain their number one supplier status. This is achieved by continually improving their processes and functions to maintain the standard that their clients around the globe expect from them.

For more information, visit our Website: www.cmp-products.com Or E-Mail us at: cmp@cmp-products.com

Stainless steel, aluminium, LSF V-0 Nylon and LUL approved polymers available Available to withstand the highest levels of short circuit

CMP Products; providing exceptional customer service, whatever your needs.

CMP Products also have the capabilities within their technical department, to not only assist with technical queries but also design bespoke applications to suit needs of their clients.

CMP Products Ltd 36 Nelson Way, Nelson Park East, Cramlington, Northumberland. NE23 1WH Main Reception: +44 (0)191 2657411 Email: cmp@cmp-products.com Web: www.cmp-products.com

NEW!

EXTENSIVE RANGE OF CABLE CLEATS

*RTSS CONQUERER PATENT PENDING

PROTECTION WHATEVER THE ENVIRONMENT The market leaders in cable glands, CMP Products, are proud to announce the launch of their new range of cable cleats

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Multiple designs for every situation and environment.

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Third party certification to IEC 61914.

Stainless steel, Aluminium, LSF V-0 Nylon and LUL approved polymers available.

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Superior short circuit ratings and cable acceptance ranges.

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UK design and manufacture.

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SEA CON® Electrical

SEA CON’s New Encapsulating & Molding Facility

‘Now Open’

SEA CON is always looking for ways to better serve our customers in the Gulf coast region. That is why we have opened our new Encapsulating & Molding facility in the West Houston area.

The main benefits of this new workshop are: ·

Meeting increasing demand in the local area

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Providing more local customer service support

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Ability to react more quickly to customer needs

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Assistance with unforeseen and planned needs

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Increase in locally held stock

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Increased capability for short order custom assemblies

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Meeting the growing needs and expectations of our customers

With our production facilities geared to the delivery of a mass production of subsea connectors, this can make it difficult to provide customers with short order custom assemblies. The new workshop will specialize in these short order needs of SEA CON’s clients, both current and future.

markets. With locations in California and Texas (USA), Mexico, Brazil, the United Kingdom and Norway as well as a worldwide network of agencies and representatives, SEA CON is able to supply very quick solutions to any requirements across the globe.

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This new facility will also allow us to carry more stock of our most popular connectors to mainly benefit our existing customers who do not necessarily need a molded assembly.

Some of the product lines will include the Rubber Molded, WETCON, ALL-WET and 55/66 series assemblies. Stocks of these are already held, but this new facility will see these stock levels increase.

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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, Defense, Oceanographic and Environmental

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SEA CON 1718 Fry Road, Suite 250, Houston, Texas 77084, USA Tel: +1 (281) 394-0216 Email: moldingshop@seaconworldwide.com Web: www.seaconworldwide.com

Protecting Offshore Assets for more than

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Years

Sherwin-Williams delivers innovative coatings and service solutions to meet the ever evolving challenges of the offshore market. We’re focused on your productivity and success. That’s why our protective coatings: • improve overall job quality • keep downtime to a minimum, with fewer coats, faster return to service and reduced costs • ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

From Protective Coatings to PFP, We’re Your Asset Protection Partner.

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