Motive Offshore Cements Americas Presence with Texas Expansion

Jonathan Watt, Americas Regional Director at Motive. (Image credit: Motive)
Motive Offshore Group (Motive), which specializes in rental, inspection, and engineering equipment for the energy sector, has announced the opening of its new office in Houston, Texas, following a fourfold increase in its equipment for the Americas. This strategic expansion will support increasing operational demands and set the stage for continued growth.

The Houston facility will serve as a central hub for Motive’s operations in the Americas and reinforce its increased local capabilities, achieved through key acquisitions and the relocation of important equipment. This initiative is critical for accompanying the company’s comprehensive approach to providing rental equipment solutions and delivering an integrated end-to-end service.

In conjunction with asset expansion, Motive is launching a recruitment drive to enhance both its onshore and offshore teams, predicting a 75% increase in its local team over the next year.

The news follows the appointment of Jonathan Watt as Americas Regional Director in August 2024; he commented on the expansion: “The opening of our new office in Houston and the expansion of our asset base significantly enhances our capabilities across the Americas region, bringing us closer to our clients with a suite of key assets.

“This development is crucial not only for meeting the growing demands of the energy sector but also for aligning with important US regulations such as the Jones Act, which governs maritime operations. By bolstering our presence and resources, we are poised to deliver the superior service that we are known for globally. This includes supporting new and existing clients and cementing our role as a key partner for ongoing success in the region.”

Motive has recently completed a significant cable installation on a US East Coast renewables project and is preparing to execute three umbilical installation oil and gas projects in the Gulf of Mexico with water depths ranging up to 1,600 m. These projects highlight Motive’s enhanced capabilities and its commitment to supporting both traditional and renewable energy sectors on a global scale.

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