Technip and Global Industries agree to merge
Global Industries brings to Technip its complementary subsea know-how, assets and experience, comprising 2,300 employees operating 14 vessels, including notably two newly-built leading edge S-Lay vessels, as well as strong positions in the Gulf of Mexico (US and Mexican waters), Asia-Pacific and the Middle East.
The acquisition of Global Industries is said to reinforce Technip's leadership in the fast-growing subsea market. Strong revenue synergies are expected as the acquisition will substantially increase Technip's current capabilities and expand its addressable market by around 30% in deep-to-shore subsea infrastructure.
The transaction is expected to close early in 2012.