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Howard Woodcock, chief executive of Bibby Offshore. (Photo: Bibby Offshore)

Bibby Bags North Sea Contract

dive support and offshore construction vessel, Bibby Polaris, utilised to support activities if required.    “This type of IRM service is at the core of our business and always receives close attention to ensure we deliver a high level of service for our clients,” said Howard Woodcock, chief executive of Bibby Offshore.   

Sapphire (Photo: Bibby Offshore)

Bibby Offshore Bags Spirit Energy Contract

subsea survey operations across a number of North Sea structures and pipelines.The project will utilize Bibby Offshore’s diverse fleet capabilities, including its multi-role diving and ROV support vessel, Bibby Sapphire, a Quasar MKII work class ROV and two Seaeye Lynx observation class ROVs.Howard Woodcock, chief executive of Bibby Offshore, said, “Having successfully delivered a varied program of workscopes across the company’s Morecambe Bay assets, and North Sea pipelines and structures over the past five years, this latest agreement highlights the on-going confidence in our ability

Bibby Offshore Deploys New Diving Safety System

2017.“The safety of our personnel is paramount at all times. COBRA significantly enhances the time our saturation divers have to return to the diving bell in an emergency situation - a step-change in improving subsea safety and one we will adopt in the future across our fleet,” said Howard Woodcock, chief executive at Bibby Offshore.“It is imperative that our divers are equipped with the best equipment and leading technology,” Woodcock continued. “Having the full support of the client for the introduction of the COBRA rebreathers during operations on its offshore assets

Bibby Offshore chief executive Howard Woodcock (Photo: Bibby Offshore)

Offshore Groups Bibby, Rever Merge

to close soon, announced Bibby owner Fara Holdco Limited. The merger will combine Bibby and Rever subsidiary CECON Contracting to create a larger offshore installation delivery business both in the North Sea and internationally, currently focused on the Atlantic and Mediterranean regions. Howard Woodcock, chief executive of Bibby Offshore, said, “Combining Bibby Offshore’s traditional diving and North Sea strengths with the international and engineering talents of CECON will create an operationally and financially strong business capable of delivering even greater value to clients

Polaris (Photo: Bibby Offshore)

Bibby Offshore Scores Contract Hat-Trick with Supermajor

a reel lay spread and tensioner to deploy flexible risers.   The second award will also be carried out by the DSV Bibby Polaris, supporting operations at a Southern North Sea gas field. Bibby Offshore will install the manifold and spools required to connect a new pipeline to the platform. Howard Woodcock, chief executive at Bibby Offshore, said: “These contract awards represent an important win for Bibby Offshore, leveraging our extensive experience in the North Sea and further strengthening our established relationship with this supermajor. The planning and execution of all workscopes

Bibby Offshore: BP North Sea Projects completed

low insulation resistance diagnostics and component replacements, manual valve operations and ROV inspection works at BP’s Bruce platform, which is located 44 kilometres south of Rhum.   The project was also supported by an onshore engineering team to meet urgent client needs.   Howard Woodcock, chief executive at Bibby Offshore, said, “This is an important contract award for Bibby Offshore, and highlights the ongoing strong relationship between ourselves and BP.   “This most recent phase of work is the latest in a number of projects we have supported BP on and we

Bibby Offshore chief executive Howard Woodcock (Photo: Bibby Offshore)

Bibby Offshore Recapitalization Completed

of the £175 million (approximately $243 million) 7.5 percent senior secured notes, and makes noteholders the new owners of the group.   “The completion of the recapitalization will be transformational for Bibby Offshore and is a major milestone for our business,” said Howard Woodcock, chief executive of Bibby Offshore.   “The significant investment from the group’s new owners and the improved capital structure will provide the financial platform for us to weather current market conditions and to build the company with the full confidence of our customers

Allan Nairn (Photo: Bibby Offshore)

Bibby Offshore Names Nairn Diving Director

and Houston bases, as well as its headquarters in Aberdeen,” Nairn said. “I look forward to using my experience and industry relationships to enhance Bibby Offshore’s diving operations, while playing a key role in delivering strategic results for long-term success.”   Howard Woodcock, Chief Executive at Bibby Offshore, said, “The creation of this position was part of our management restructure, designed to ensure we are well placed to continue to succeed in this competitive marketplace and meet our long term strategic objectives.&rdquo

Bibby Offshore Bags Mega North Sea Contract

;s dedicated onshore engineering team, the company will have access to offshore construction and pull in/lay teams, ensuring efficiency and productivity.  The contract is Bibby Offshore’s second construction project with the client, following a previous successful campaign in 2015. Howard Woodcock, chief executive at Bibby Offshore, said: “This is a significant win for Bibby Offshore - not only is it a strong representation of our technical engineering capabilities, but it further underlines our commitment to the North Sea market. “Continued collaboration with this important

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