Maersk Training makes million-dollar investment in Aberdeen business

Maersk Training is pumping $1 million (£770,000) into its Aberdeen business.
The funding will support the workforce and the upgrading of facilities, courses and innovation at the Aberdeen base, which is a key hub for oil and gas and renewables training activity.The funding will support the workforce and the upgrading of facilities, courses and innovation at the Aberdeen base, which is a key hub for oil and gas and renewables training activity.
The funding will support the workforce and the upgrading of facilities, courses and innovation at the Aberdeen base, which is a key hub for oil and gas and renewables training activity.

The funding will support the workforce and the upgrading of “facilities, courses and innovation” at the Granite City base, which is the group’s hub for oil and gas and renewables training activity.

The investment will bring a “significant upgrade” to the company’s fire and helideck training ground in Portlethen.

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Maersk Training said it was “leading the way” for offshore training, providing immersive learning methods for the oil and gas sector, as well as being a major player in the wind and renewables market offering accredited Global Wind Organisation (GWO) courses.

Maersk Training UK head of commercial, Scott Taylor, said: “This investment will help showcase the Aberdeen facilities within the UK training sector. It is a direct illustration of Maersk’s dedication to the longevity of the oil and gas market, not only in Aberdeen but throughout the UK.

“Maersk has a strong focus and commitment to the North-east region and looks to further growing its industry leading profile in renewables.

“The company has seen significant changes this year with the introduction of a new leadership team, so it is great to see the company further invest in its people and the future of the Aberdeen business.”

Maersk Training Group consists of two brands – Maersk Training and Maersk H2S Safety Services – and employs some 650 people globally across 20 locations.

The firm said it had introduced an upgrade to its training management service, to improve processes for companies dealing with lower headcounts amid the pandemic.

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