Maritime Developments provides tailored consultancy, equipment and personnel packages for the global energy sectors.
Applying our proven market leadership, deep industry insight and long track record, we work closely with clients to deliver maximum efficiencies at minimal risk. Our innovative in-house design is forward-thinking, but our work formula is simple: listen, design, deliver, support. That is why our clients pick MDL as their partner of choice, time and time again.

SURF / PipelayFrom the only classification society-verified equipment on the rental market, to the most experienced operators in the business, topped off with expert advice helping you win projects and secure competitive advantage.
Learn moreCables / MooringsOur SURF expertise and market-leading fleet of equipment are the perfect package for proven and efficient installation of cables and mooring lines. Here is an example from a project of firsts in Mexico.
Learn moreCrane Maintenance & IntegrityMDL’s in-house crane specialists go hand in hand with our broad knowledge base across mechanics, hydraulics, electrics and software to deliver tailored solutions to challenges with ageing or faulty assets.
Learn moreSurvey & InspectionOur complete in-house capabilities allow us to survey, inspect, maintain, repair and upgrade existing equipment, as well as to specify, design, build and integrate new equipment.
Learn moreEquipment MaintenanceEnsure your equipment is running safely and smoothly to avoid costly headaches on critical path. MDL hones in-house capabilities for complete strip-downs and re-builds: refurb to extend your equipment’s working life and repair to maintain equipment operability.
Learn morePreservation & StorageAfter two decades of delivering back-deck equipment and an extensive PM & E experience of handling flexible products, we know the complete task list to maintain your assets in top condition - even when they are not in use.
Learn moreProduct DecommissioningWhen your flexible product has reached the end of its useful or design life, we have the expertise and the tools to take it off your hands and off the balance sheet.
Learn moreEquipment & Product TestingOur in-house test beds, extensive FMECA expertise, and onshore and offshore testing experience allow us to sign off your newly built or refurbished equipment for safe service, as well as to ensure the optimum handling of the product on your project.
TranspoolingThanks to years of SURF experience offshore, we know how to safely handle your product on land. Here is an example of our complete solution for transpooling coiled tubing in Norway.
Learn moreSpoolbase UpgradesTake your facility to the next level, by expanding its capabilities: from redesign for repurposing to software improvements, all carried out in line with classification society requirements.
Learn moreDecommissioningOur 20 year track record in designing and delivering bespoke solutions for pipelay have equipped us in the expertise and tools for decommissioning of offshore structures. To discuss our latest designs, and how they can help reduce the cost of your decommissioning campaign, get in touch.
Expert PersonnelMDL’s in-house talent spans across all project delivery stages, providing assistance at every step: from tendering, through execution, to successful completion.
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