Norway-based Rental Technology & Services(RTS) strengthens its growth strategy by acquiring J1W, a well-known Aberdeen-based firm specializing in subsea tooling and robotics for ROV operations.
J1W acquisition and integration with technology focus
With this purchase, RTS adds human and technical talent to its organization, and expands its technology park with new robotic arms and advanced solutions for remotely operated vehicles. The investment also includes the development of a new tool shop in Aberdeen, enhancing the company’s operational base in the UK.
Its reputation for quality and technical expertise fits perfectly with the vision and values of RTS.
David Currie, CEO of RTS.
The J1W organization has a strong reputation in the Scottish industry, through its focus on innovation and personalized service, and will move its operations to the new RTS facility. This relocation will allow for closer collaboration between teams and a more agile response to project requirements in the North Sea.
We at J1W are excited to join RTS and move forward together as one team.
RTS is an established company that shares our commitment to personalized service, making this partnership a perfect match.
By pooling our strengths, we can expand our capabilities, strengthen the trust we have built with customers and create new opportunities for the company and the people involved.
Graham Walker, co-founder of J1W.
The integration of J1W enhances RTS’s technical offering, and establishes its status as a strategic provider of subsea solutions in Europe. This alliance integrates experience, infrastructure and vision, with the aim of leading the next phase of automation in offshore operations.
Likewise, the expansion of the rental tool fleet strengthens RTS’s capacity to respond to complex projects, offering high-performance alternatives with immediate availability.
Source and photo: RTS
