Motive Offshore Group Acquires Weld Integrity
Monday, 6th October 2025
Motive Offshore Group Acquires Weld Integrity to Strengthen Inspection Capabilities and Expand in Norway
Motive Offshore Group (Motive), a leading specialist in rental, inspection, and engineering equipment for the energy sector, has announced the acquisition of Norway-based inspection and testing company Weld Integrity Group.
The acquisition will significantly enhance Motive’s Certification & Inspection (C&I) capabilities and reinforce its presence in Norway’s rapidly growing offshore energy market. The move is expected to deliver an additional £1 million in annual EBITDA to the group.
Under the agreement, Weld Integrity’s Norwegian operations will be fully integrated into Motive’s structure, combining the expertise and resources of both teams to ensure a seamless transition and expanded service offering for clients. The acquisition will notably strengthen Motive’s in-house Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and inspection services while broadening its customer base across industries including civil construction, aerospace, and infrastructure.
This strategic move aligns with Motive’s long-term goal of diversifying its revenue streams and achieving 75% of revenue from non-oil and gas sources by 2026. With the addition of advanced NDT capabilities such as Radiographic/X-ray inspection, Motive will be able to deliver a wider range of non-intrusive inspection services to customers across regions spanning from the Middle East to the United States.
As part of the deal, Motive will also acquire Weld Integrity’s majority shareholding in Weld Integrity Oslo and Integrity Heat, which specializes in heat treatment of welds and materials. The acquisition brings a seasoned management team and a highly skilled workforce into Motive, including 20 experienced inspectors who add a range of multidisciplinary expertise in Norway and globally.
Max Brown, Founder and CEO of Weld Integrity Group, will assume the role of Regional Manager for Scandinavia. Brown brings more than two decades of NDT industry experience and will play a key role in expanding Motive’s footprint in the region.
Dave Acton, CEO at Motive Offshore Group, commented: “Norway is an exciting and fast-growing market in offshore energy. Weld Integrity’s highly competent local team will help us strengthen our position in this vibrant market while expanding our NDT and inspection services to customers globally. Our C&I Division delivers long-term, recurring revenue by supporting customers in maximising efficiency, reducing risk, and ensuring full compliance with standards and regulations.”
Max Brown, Founder and CEO of Weld Integrity Group, added: “There are natural synergies between our businesses and significant opportunities to combine our services. This partnership allows us to access Motive’s international customer base while introducing Motive’s broader capabilities to our existing clients in Norway’s commercial and industrial sectors. With our EBITDA up 29% over the past year and strong growth potential ahead, this acquisition marks an exciting new chapter for both companies.”
About Motive Offshore Group
Motive Offshore Group is a global specialist in the design, manufacture, rental, and inspection of high-performance equipment for the energy industry. The company provides a comprehensive range of solutions, including winches, spoolers, tensioners, reel drive systems, hydraulic power units, and bespoke engineered systems for offshore and onshore operations. Motive also delivers expert Certification & Inspection services, encompassing Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), lifting equipment certification, and structural inspections. With a strong focus on innovation, safety, and sustainability, Motive supports clients across offshore wind, oil and gas, marine, and subsea sectors worldwide.
