From early engineering to offshore execution, Maritime Developments brings together tailored consultancy, equipment and personnel solutions for the global energy sectors.
SURF DecommissioningPortable equipment, engineering-led planning and hands-on offshore experience: an integrated MDL approach to SURF recovery campaigns worldwide.
Learn moreFEED Engineering & ConsultancyFor over 25 years, MDL has found clear answers to complex flexible handling challenges, combining engineering insight with practical project experience.
Learn moreWe Build InnovationInnovation at MDL starts with the challenge. See how our engineers turn complex project requirements into field-ready solutions on our Spotlight page.
Learn moreDynamic and Static Cable InstallationDedicated cable-lay vessel or vessel of opportunity: our portable equipment and engineering-led approach adapt to the installation strategy.
Learn moreMooring Line Installation and Pre-stretchingFrom polyester lines to steel wire rope, MDL combines flex-lay spreads with readily available, clear-back-deck vessels to create a leaner route to installation and recovery.
Learn moreBeach-pulls and Near-shore OperationsWhere offshore infrastructure meets the shore, MDL brings the equipment, engineering and operational know-how to deliver beach-pull and near-shore scopes.
Learn moreExpert PersonnelBack-deck specialists who know the equipment inside out and understand the realities of marine operations - that is the expertise MDL brings to complex offshore scopes.
Learn morePeterhead Energy Service BasePESB brings quayside infrastructure, specialist equipment and engineering expertise together in one location, supporting projects from storage and preparation through to vessel mobilisation.
Learn moreMDL PulseBuilt around how MDL maintains and operates equipment, MDL Pulse gives you clearer asset visibility, stronger maintenance control and confidence in equipment readiness.
Learn moreSURF / PipelayBuild the spread around the product - and fit the vessel. MDL’s portable flex-lay equipment can be configured to suit your product, back deck and operational requirements.
Learn moreTranspoolingPreserve it, prepare it or dispose of it: MDL combines hands-on transpooling experience with in-house PM&E to optimise product handling onshore.
Learn moreSpoolbase UpgradesRepurpose, expand or modernise your spoolbase through integrated structural, equipment and software upgrades, delivered in line with classification society requirements.
Learn moreBespoke ManufactureWhen off-the-shelf equipment does not fit the challenge, MDL’s engineers and fabricators design and build the equipment that does.
Learn moreLife of FieldFrom selecting installation methodologies for a new development to recovering infrastructure at the end of field life, MDL supports moorings and SURF across the full project lifecycle.
Learn moreDecommissioningMDL turns over 25 years of offshore lifting and handling experience into practical decommissioning packages - combining engineering, portable equipment and experienced personnel.
Learn moreQuayside, Ports & InfrastructureMake more of your quayside. MDL applies engineering, equipment and operational expertise to help ports expand capability, streamline handling and serve a broader energy mix.
Learn moreRenewablesMDL brings proven offshore handling expertise into renewables, connecting port infrastructure, portable equipment and engineering support for installation further offshore and in deeper water.
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