Survitec’s pioneering approach to safety within the maritime industry has been recognized by industry experts with two of its innovative products being shortlisted for the Safety at Sea awards.

Ocean Specialists Inc. (OSI), announces the completion of a series of seabed characterization projects that involved geophysical and geotechnical surveys at selected locations in the Gulf of Mexico and Western Atlantic.

Okeanus Science & Technology, LLC (Okeanus), an established marine equipment and engineering service provider, announces they have received a Purchase Order from NiGK Corporation (NiGK) in Japan for the development, manufacture, and delivery of an active heave compensated umbilical winch and skid mounted A-frame style LARS.

Trendsetter Engineering, Inc. announces that a contractual agreement has been reached with BP International Limited on a Global Master Frame Agreement to deliver subsea drilling, production and intervention equipment; as well as specialized design engineering and technical services.

Trelleborg’s marine and infrastructure operation was recognized with an award at the Luossavaara-Kiirunavaara AB’s (LKAB) annual supplier day, held in Dalian, China. The award recognizes the performance of Trelleborg’s high-performance mill wear equipment, which since 2017, has facilitated continuous improvement for LKAB across plant management, manufacturing processes, environment, health and safety, and social responsibility.

Infinity Oilfield Services Ltd and Medserv have formed a new joint venture named InMedCo, to provide a broader portfolio of highly specialized technical services to the oil and gas market.

Leading marine operations software company Helm Operations has announced that it has surpassed the 4000 vessel mark on its industry-leading maritime asset management and operations platform, Helm CONNECT. Since launching Helm CONNECT in July 2016, more than 1000 vessels have joined the platform each year, with the 4000 vessel mark reached earlier this month.

C-Kore Systems announces the recent deployment of their 200th Subsea Testing Unit. This landmark event occurred during an umbilical installation operation off the coast of Australia.

Winner of this years’ annual Underwater Technology Foundation’s UTC Subsea Award for outstanding achievements within the subsea industry, is Saab Seaeye.

Controlled flow excavation (CFE) services expert James Fisher Subsea Excavation (JFSE), part of James Fisher and Son plc, has developed a low draft, lightweight excavator.

CORTEC, a leading manufacturer of high-quality API valves, has been audited and approved as an API 6D licensed manufacturer.

The specification defines the requirements for the design, manufacturing, assembly, testing and documentation of ball, check, gate and plug valves for application in pipeline and piping systems for the petroleum and natural gas industries. 

This license will enable CORTEC to utilize its considerable upstream, critical service, valve manufacturing experience towards new applications in the downstream market. CORTEC’s API 6D valve line features models up to 14 in. full port and pressure classes up to 2500CL service.

Stephen Corte, vice president of marketing and business development, CORTEC, said, “Our extensive track record with critical service designs featuring technology such as metal to metal sealing and highly corrosive resistant materials is ideally suited for many specialized applications within the API 6D marketplace. We have already received multiple orders for this new valve line and are eager to further expand the range of applications in which we can serve our customer base. “

Trelleborg’s offshore operation will exhibit at the Congreso Mexicano del Petroleo (CMP) in Leon, Mexico, showcasing its latest solutions including passive fire protection and thermal insulation materials for the Gulf of Mexico region.

Ole Martin Grimsrud has been appointed Chief Financial Officer of Aker Solutions, effective August 1, 2019. He replaces Svein Oskar Stoknes, who is taking over as CFO of Aker ASA on the same day.

BP has released the 68th annual edition of the BP Statistical Review of World Energy (BP Stats Review), the most comprehensive collection and analysis of global energy data. 

Seadrill Limited announces the appointment of Stuart Jackson as Chief Financial Officer, effective upon release from his current employment which is expected by the beginning of August.

Fortune 500^® science and technology leader Leidos and international energy consultancy Xodus Group are joining forces on a new North America offshore wind alliance, bringing a wealth of expertise to the growing industry. The move will leverage Leidos’ extensive renewable capabilities with Xodus Group’s 14-year track record in offshore European energy projects.