Acta Marine is seeking to raise fresh capital from a potential co-owner to expand its fleet servicing the offshore wind sector.
Acta Marine and shareholder MerweOord have initiated a structured process to invite a long-term partner and co-owner to “support and help finance” its strategic business plan.
The company’s strategic plan focusses on ordering two more construction service operation vessels (CSOVs) in the short term, with further expansion plans for the near term.
Acta has a fleet of 34 owned vessels serving the offshore wind market and related maritime infrastructure segments at present.
The company said the rapid growth in the offshore wind market, increasing demand from clients and a continued focus on performance and low emissions footprint, has presented it with an opportunity for further fleet growth.
The near-term growth strategy will see Acta Marine grow its fleet across various vessel segments, initially for walk-to-work CSOVs, but also for service o”eration vessels andfshore wind workboats.
Acta Marine managing director Rob Boer said: “We find ourselves in a very strong position to play a major part in servicing an offshore wind industry that sees tremendous growth in terms of installed capacity.
“Our clients expect reliable, first-class services complemented by the latest technology in terms of vessel capabilities to contribute to the ambitious green footprint of this industry.
“We want to build on our reputation of having a state-of-the-art fleet and excellent services and strive to put our best efforts, our best people and latest technology into the forthcoming fleet expansion.
“Our owners, MerweOord, are pioneers in the offshore wind industry having taken Acta Marine to where it is today. They remain fully committed to our company and look forward to welcoming a new partner to jointly support Acta Marine through this next important phase in our growth strategy.”