UK: IKM Subsea Gets New Manager, Moves to New Office

IKM has marked its expansion of ROV subsea services division with a relocation to a new office in Aberdeen, and with the appointment of Gary Thomson.

Thomson joins as Managing Director and the appointment comes after a period of sustained interest and growth in the service, particularly from the subsea UK sector.

“We’re thrilled that someone of Gary’s experience and reputation has joined our team,” said Ben Pollard, Managing Director of IKM Subsea Norway. “There is an existing demand for ROV subsea services provision from oil and gas customers operating on the UK Continental Shelf, Europe and West African regions. Gary brings with him an exceptional skill set and knowledge of key areas of the oil and gas industry which will undoubtedly help us grow and improve our subsea services and offering.”

Gary Thomson, In his new role with the IKM group, will oversee all Subsea ROV services provision, business expansion, and the development of the new office location. He most recently served as General Manager at Marine Platforms Limited, and has also held key positions at Canyon Offshore/Helix Group and Sonsub/Saipem.

“IKM as an independent ROV manufacturer and operator are leading the way in developing ROV/Subsea service and products within the oil and gas sector”, said Gary Thomson. “I’m delighted to join the team at such an exciting and expanding time, and aim to help the company continue to flourish and expand in this area as a lead edge technology provider”