Back every decision with actionable insight and decades of offshore energy experience.
When the offshore sector shifts, experience matters. Energy Maritime Associates delivers trusted analysis and market insight with context—grounded in real-world expertise and a deep network of offshore industry relationships.
With decades of experience across floating production, subsea, vessels, and renewables, our team has completed more than 300 consulting projects in the past five years alone.
Market Research
Uncover the trends, technologies, and opportunities shaping the offshore energy and marine sectors.
We deliver objective, data-driven assessments that help clients understand complex markets and evaluate investment potential.
Examples:
- Floating LNG market risk and opportunity assessment.
- Deepwater drilling equipment market overview.
- FPSO/FSO benchmarking and redeployment studies.
- Floating wind and decarbonization opportunity screening.
Strategic Advisory
Expert guidance on opportunities, risks, and positioning across the global offshore energy landscape.
We help clients identify strengths, assess risks, and map out actionable strategies—from growth planning to competitive positioning.
Examples:
- Market entry studies for engineering and marine firms.
- Strategic assessments for FPSO contractors and shipyards.
- Diving safety and compliance strategy for a major offshore operator.
- Recommendations on partnerships, acquisitions, and expansion.
Procurement Support
Commercial support at every stage of the offshore project pursuit lifecycle—from prequalification to contract award.
We’ve helped clients secure contracts in regions around the world through bid strategy, qualification support, and direct commercial engagement.
Examples:
- Contracting strategy and vendor selection (bid lists).
- Tender preparation and evaluation.
- Proposal development and qualifications.
- Contract negotiation and management.
Transaction Support
Offshore energy intelligence built for boards, investors, and leadership teams making high-stakes decisions.
We distill the offshore landscape into actionable insights that inform investment, portfolio planning, and corporate strategy.
Examples:
- Floating production sector overviews for public companies.
- Offshore market outlook presentations for investors.
- FPSO valuation reports and five-year outlooks.
- M&A advisory, including buyer lists, data rooms, and due diligence support.
What Working With Us Looks Like
A flexible, proven approach tailored to offshore energy.
We tailor each engagement around your specific goals—whether it’s entering a new offshore market, benchmarking your competition, or preparing for a major bid. From early discovery through final delivery, our process is built to deliver clarity.
What to expect:
Discovery & Scoping
We align with your internal priorities and define the problem you’re trying to solve.
Data & Market Research
We gather and synthesize intelligence from our proprietary platforms and global network.
Analysis & Recommendations
Our analysts distill the data into strategic, actionable insight.
Delivery &
Support
We provide a clear report, presentation, or executive briefing—and remain available for follow-up.
We support clients with everything from FPSO redeployment studies and market entry strategy to bid preparation, M&A advisory, and technical safety reviews. Our teams have helped secure contracts with major operators, assessed opportunities across geographies from Southeast Asia to South America, and advised boards on key offshore energy issues.
Whether the ask is a deep valuation study, project pursuit strategy, or confidential deal execution—we bring agility and deep offshore understanding.
Our Work in Action
Examples of How We Support Clients Across the Offshore Sector
Market Research
We help clients understand fast-moving markets, emerging technologies, and global investment opportunities through objective, data-driven analysis.
Floating LNG Market Assessment
Energy Maritime Associates was engaged to assess the risks and opportunities in the Floating LNG (FLNG) sector. The scope included a full review of current technology, commercial viability, financing models, and the competitive landscape.
Deepwater Drilling Equipment Overview
A government trade association tasked Energy Maritime Associates with analyzing the deepwater drilling equipment market. Our report included a breakdown of equipment types, leading manufacturers, and areas of opportunity.
Strategic Advisory
We offer tailored strategic guidance on how to compete, grow, and build long-term value in the offshore industry.
Strategic Assessment for Shipyards
Energy Maritime Associates provided strategic guidance to a shipyard operator, assessing its core strengths, risk appetite, and competitive advantages in the offshore market. The outcome included a tailored roadmap identifying ideal partnership opportunities and target projects.
Market Entry & Outlook Study for Engineering Firm
In 2024, Energy Maritime Associates delivered a floating production market overview and market entry strategy to an engineering company exploring offshore opportunities for expansion.
Diving Technical Authority for Major E&P Operator
Energy Maritime Associates was awarded a multi-year contract by Neptune Energy (UK) to serve as diving technical authority. The scope included full support for UK-based diving operations, contractor audits, safety management systems, regulatory compliance (ODDMR), and HSE engagement.
Procurement Support
We support clients through every phase of the commercial pursuit cycle—from opportunity screening to contract negotiation.
Tender Submissions for Global FPSO Projects
Energy Maritime Associates supported clients through proposal development and contract negotiation for FSO and FPSO projects. This included successful submissions to Chevron, Total, Petrobras, and others across Asia-Pacific, Africa, and South America.
Call-Off Support for Subsea Services Firm
Energy Maritime Associates provided flexible, call-off support to a global subsea pipeline inspection firm. Services included QHSE and project management, allowing the client to scale efficiently without increasing overhead.
Transaction Support
We deliver offshore intelligence tailored to decision-makers, helping boards, investors, and executives make informed strategic choices.
Offshore Market Insights for Investors
Energy Maritime Associates has delivered board-level briefings to public companies and investment professionals. Topics included floating production system types, technical and commercial risks, and key success factors in offshore markets.
M&A Advisory for Subsea Contractor
Energy Maritime Associates served as exclusive advisor for Aqueos Corporation’s acquisition by Michels Corporation. Services included buyer engagement, due diligence coordination, and transaction support.