WTS in Houston aims at offshore market

   Wilhelmsen Technical Solutions (WTS) has set up a new office in Houston in response to increased client demand for its newbuilding and aftermarket products and services.
   WTS is targeting increased business from the local offshore industry in the Gulf of Mexico and an expanded focus on Brazil, where deep-water offshore production is entering a new and dynamic phase.
   “As offshore activity grows, the challenge for operators is sourcing a reliable partner with a global reach, qualified personnel and the depth of service offer to support their business,” said Philip Bannerman, WTS’ vice president for the Americas region.
   Typical projects for WTS will be pre-engineering on newbuilds as well as modifications, midlife upgrades and maintenance projects between and during dry-dockings.