Venterra Group has announced the acquisition of Oceanscan Holdings Limited, a group of companies that provide subsea and non-destructive test equipment, geotechnical services, and specialist personnel to the offshore energy market.
Founded in 1989 by Ken Hunter, Oceanscan is headquartered in Aberdeen with overseas subsidiaries in Houston and Singapore. Oceanscan Holdings Limited has four UK subsidiaries:
Oceanscan Limited from its Aberdeen office hires and calibrates hydrographic survey and ROV sensors and non-destructive test equipment. Operating from its Lowestoft office, the company also supplies personnel to offshore wind contractors, offering expertise in geophysical and cable route surveys as well as in pre-construction activities for the renewables sector.
Hydrographic Personnel Resources (UK) Limited based in Inverurie delivers personnel for offshore renewable energy projects with a focus on supporting construction and inspection campaigns.
Geoforce Technical Services in Suffolk provides cone penetration testing services for measuring in-situ soil conditions for offshore wind farm developments.
Sercal Non-Destructive Test Equipment near Birmingham is a UKAS accredited calibration business providing repair, sales, and calibration services to the rail and power generation industries.
