Motive Offshore Expands Presence in Norway with New Acquisition

Motive Offshore Group has acquired Norway-based Weld Integrity Group, a move aimed at strengthening its certification and inspection (C&I) capabilities and boosting its presence in the Norwegian offshore energy market.

The acquisition is expected to add $1.34 million (£1 million) in annual EBITDA, according to Motive, which will immediately integrate Weld’s operations in Norway, expanding in-house non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection services and broadening its customer base into sectors such as civil construction and aerospace.

The deal also supports Motive’s goal of diversifying revenues, targeting 75% from non-oil and gas sources by 2026. The company will add new capabilities including radiographic and X-ray inspection, and acquire Weld Integrity’s majority stakes in Weld Integrity Oslo and Integrity Heat, which provides heat treatment of welds and materials.

As part of the transaction, Weld Integrity founder and CEO Max Brown will become Motive’s Regional Manager for Scandinavia, bringing two decades of NDT experience. Around 20 inspectors will also join Motive’s workforce.

“Norway is an exciting growing market in offshore energy, and Weld Integrity’s highly competent, local team of inspectors will help us make inroads into this vibrant market, while expanding NDT and inspection services to our customers.

“Our C&I Division, delivers long-term, recurring