Milestones

Aberdeen-based Deep Casing Tools has won a coveted King’s Award for Enterprise - the highest official business accolade for UK companies to receive – in the International Trade category.

DNV announced at OTC Houston that its new rules and standards for the offshore industry will be published in July after receiving industry feedback. The new DNV rules cover several segments, including underwater systems and installations, offshore units, diving systems, structural design, and drilling systems. The DNV rules and standards undergo an extensive external hearing process before their publication and entry into force.

The Department of Commerce’s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new facility on Naval Station Newport in Rhode Island that will serve as the future home of the NOAA Marine Operations Center-Atlantic.

TGS, a leading global provider of energy data and intelligence, has announced the award of an Ocean Bottom Node (OBN) data acquisition contract in North America. This six-month-plus contract, granted by a returning client, reinforces TGS' position in the market and underscores its commitment to delivering high-quality seismic data solutions.

In a significant stride towards quality excellence and conformity, Pelagus 3D has achieved International Standard requirements ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001: 2018 certifications across its global operations.

Teledyne Interconnect Solutions, a part of Teledyne Marine, is pleased to announce that Matthew Peck has joined the organization as its new Outside Sales Manager. Based primarily in Houston, TX, Matthew will be leading the Interconnect sales team in serving customers in a wide range of industrial and marine markets.

Optimarin is expanding its position in the market for ballast water treatment systems with a deal to acquire peer player Hyde Marine from De Nora Marine Technologies that will significantly boost its installed base of BWTSs and give Hyde customers access to its global aftersales network.

Anemoi Marine Technologies Ltd, a global leader in wind-assisted propulsion technology for commercial vessels, has announced the appointment of Claes Horndahl as their new Commercial Director. With a career spanning more than 20 years supporting gas carriers and tankers, Claes brings a wealth of expertise in maritime consultancy, commercial strategy, and operational efficiency to Anemoi as the company ramps up production of its award-winning Rotor Sail systems owing to growing demand.

Terradepth, a leading provider of ocean data management solutions welcomes global leader in subsea engineering and applied technology, Oceaneering International, Inc., as a new Absolute Ocean (AO) customer.

Carras (Hellas) S.A. is taking the next step in its sustainability journey by receiving the ABS Biofuel-1 notation for its Aquataurus ultramax bulk carrier, the first vessel in the world to qualify.

Apollo, a leading UK-based engineering, and energy advisory consultancy is announcing the appointment of Richard Dinsdale as the new Head of Energy Transition. Richard's expertise and commitment to advancing clean energy initiatives will be instrumental in driving Apollo's mission towards a sustainable future.

Damen Services Canada recently celebrated the opening of a new service center in Victoria, BC Canada. Damen Services began operations in Canada in 2019 to provide warranty support for delivered vessels. The new office provides the opportunity to expand with a wider range of vessel support in North America, including parts sales, technical support, and maintenance services.