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Ever pondered how physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing can contribute to a greener planet? By empowering our people to prosper, we are equipping our team with the knowledge and support to pursue their personal goals and excel in their personal lives. In return? Weβre all in sync to keep bringing our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined. Here's a glimpse into how our team is boosting their wellbeing. π Discover how Sustainability. by Kent is propelling our purpose
π©οΈ How prepared are your offshore structures for the next big storm? In this article, Bryan Horton, sheds light on the critical role Severe Weather Action Plans (SWAP) play in accurately establishing de-staffing thresholds based on forecast wave heights, enabling the safe evacuation of personnel from offshore structures prior to extreme weather events. However, defining these thresholds and translating analysis results into actionable procedures is complex. Kent's Structural and Technical Safety teams are on the frontlines, assisting decision-makers with interpreting the analysis results that inform the SWAP. Read Bryan's article to discover more about offshore structure safety.
Today, we announce the completion of our acquisition by Nesma & Partners. Alongside this transaction, weβve restructured our Board of Directors to steer the company into a new trajectory of growth and innovation. Join us in welcoming Driek Desmet, a former McKinsey Senior Partner and business technology transformation expert; Gary Parke, an authority in energy transition; and Samer Abdul Samad, President and CEO of Nesma & Partners, to our newly strengthened Board. Over the past three years, we've been on an upward trajectory, achieving an unprecedented 75% growth in top-line revenue, plus a remarkable 23% growth in profitability and 32% growth in backlog figures during 2023 over the previous year. Now, with the backing of Nesma & Partners, we will be positioned and resourced to accelerate the delivery of our ambitious strategy as Kent, doubling down on our efforts to address the challenges and opportunities of the global energy transition. Read our full statement here π
We believe that by fostering our team's professional and personal growth, we're building the foundation for extraordinary success. From training and upskilling programmes to career advancement initiatives, we're dedicated to empowering our people to prosper and reach unprecedented heights. π If this sounds like the place you'd like to build your career, check out our open roles . . . P.S. πΈ Sneak peek at our latest Ready to Accelerate group. - Our annual programme designed to identify, nurture, and empower brilliant individuals, providing them with the experiences and opportunities needed to propel their careers forward.
"Knowledge is power, but knowledge sharing is the real catalyst for groundbreaking innovation." In this article, our Head of Structures, @Philip Walker, shares how we at Kent, leverage this mantra to stay on the cutting edge of an ever-evolving energy sector. Practices like our robust 'Lecture Series' on offshore wind, our case studies presentations on global projects and our extensive knowledge repository catering to engineers at all career stages are putting us at the top of our game and putting our clients at the top of theirs. Read Philipβs article here π
For over 20 years, we've been at the forefront of the #offshorewind revolution. Our experts in fixed and floating OSW are breaking new ground in water depth and seabed type. We provide technical solutions to solve the industry's toughest challenges and reduce the Levelised Cost of Energy (LCOE), making offshore wind a mainstream renewable energy source. Discover how we are leading the way in offshore wind. π
As our energy industry transitions, the call to extend the lives of ageing pipelines grows louder. This isn't just about maximising hydrocarbon recovery; it's about repurposing these infrastructures for alternative uses like CO2 or hydrogen transport. But pipeline life extension isn't a simple task. It requires a comprehensive understanding of current conditions, rigorous data review, and keen threat assessment. In this article, our Subsea & Pipelines Team deep-dive into the complexities of pipeline life extension. Discover how it's done right to ensure pipeline risks are managed within acceptable levels while adding value to the operator Read on π
Fanatical about performance. - It is one of our core values that moves us every day here at Kent. Our Operations & Maintenance team on-site in Qatar is a perfect example of it. They recently celebrated 8 million work hours of collective dedication, passion & excellence without any Lost Time Injury (LTI). Since 2013, this team has been providing Maintenance and Turnaround services to our client, from preventive and corrective maintenance to shutdowns & turnarounds and asset management. However, our history in Qatar goes way further, with over 25 years of experience designing, building and maintaining our clients' assets. We provide Operations & Maintenance services worldwide. So, it doesn't matter where in the world you operate; our team is here to help. Discover why we are a world-leading maintenance services provider. π
2023 was spectacular. Our incredible team across the globe truly made it that way. Here's a snapshot from our CEO, John Gilley, with some of our major milestones throughout the year: π We achieved our awards target ahead of schedule, beating our revenue and earnings expectations π We grew our global Kent family, bringing on 4,000 new teammates + 200 graduates π€We keep taking solid steps toward our Inclusion and Belonging commitment. This year, we have launched our I&B Blueprint π‘ We closed 20+ long-term framework agreements for consulting, engineering, PMC, and construction services worldwide Happy holidays from Kent!
Bold moves were made at COP28, with global commitments to transition away from fossil fuels. But is it enough? In this article, John Gilley, our CEO, shares his insights on the outcomes of COP 28 and the implications for the energy industry. While applauding the collective commitment to transition away from fossil fuels, John underscores the imperative for transformative action, ensuring the reliability and integrity of our energy systems now and as we undergo this transformation. Read more about John's perspective here π
