Birketts’ Corporate Team has recently advised on the successful sale of Specialist Marine Consultants Limited (SMC) to OEG Offshore Group (OEG).
Founded in the UK in 2006, SMC has grown to become a global market leader in marine and energy coordination and offshore asset inspection, providing unrivalled service and maintenance solutions.
Led by Master Mariner Ian Coates, SMC’s team of energy and marine experts is valued for providing high-quality solutions with an emphasis on safety and integrity.
OEG is an award winning UK established company with over 45 years heritage in marine and North Sea offshore energy solutions, now operating in 60 locations worldwide.
Birketts’ Corporate Partner Ed Savory led the team advising SMC and was supported by Macauley Alsford (Corporate), Lucy Easey (Corporate), Lorraine Porter (Corporate), Matthew Grindley (Commercial Property), Karl Pocock (Corporate Tax), Robbie Watson (Corporate Tax) and Melissa Willrich (Employment).
On the sale Ed Savory commented: “We are delighted to have advised SMC on the sale of their much respected and valued business. This is an important step in the history of both companies and the industry as a whole. It was a pleasure to work with Ian and his team.”
Ian Coates added: “Working with Birketts on what was a hugely important step for our business, employees and customers was extremely reassuring. Knowing that all bases were expertly covered throughout the transaction enabled us to focus on what we needed to do at our end with confidence and peace of mind. We extend our gratitude to Ed and his team.”
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