text: Venterra Group Plc, a leader in offshore wind services, has announced the acquisition of Oceanscan Holdings Limited, a key provider of subsea and non-destructive testing (NDT) equipment. Oceanscan’s addition bolsters Venterra’s geotechnical capabilities and positions the company at the forefront of offshore sensing technology, aligning with its strategic goals for global expansion in offshore wind.
  Founded in 1989, Oceanscan operates out of Aberdeen with subsidiaries in Houston and Singapore, providing services like hydrographic survey, ROV sensor rentals, and NDT equipment calibration. It specializes in geophysical surveys and pre-construction activities for renewable energy projects, particularly offshore wind farms.
  The acquisition strengthens Venterra’s Geoscience and Survey teams, already supported by industry leaders such as Ordtek, Partrac, and Gavin & Doherty Geosolutions. Oceanscan’s cutting-edge equipment and deep technical knowledge will help Venterra offer one of the most comprehensive survey services available in the offshore market.
  Derek Donaldson, CEO of Oceanscan, expressed excitement about the partnership, stating, “Joining Venterra gives us a broader platform to grow faster across an even wider range of offshore wind markets.”
  Ken Hunter, Founder of Oceanscan, also commented, “Our values of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement align fully with Venterra, and I look forward to watching the company grow under their leadership.”
  The acquisition was supported by Venterra’s successful equity raise, which includes investment from General Atlantic’s BeyondNetZero and First Reserve, alongside securing access to £110m in bank facilities from HSBC, NatWest, Rabobank, and Citibank.
  Ed Daniels, CEO of Venterra Group, stated, “Oceanscan’s geotechnical expertise and state-of-the-art equipment enhance our ability to offer cutting-edge services to the offshore wind industry. We’re thrilled to welcome them to the Venterra team and look forward to delivering enhanced value to our clients.”
  Venterra continues to build its service offerings across the wind farm lifecycle, combining acquisitions and organic growth to meet the growing demand for offshore wind energy services.