Home Subsea Chouest’s subsea arsenal grows as it welcomes ROV manufacturer into its fold
March 20, 2025,
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Melisa Cavcic
U.S.-headquartered Chouest Group has expanded its portfolio and subsea offering with the acquisition of Norway’s Kystdesign, a manufacturer of remotely operated vehicle (ROV) systems.
The strategic portfolio enhancement is said to reinforce Chouest’s commitment to innovation and excellence in underwater robotics, further solidifying its position at the top of the global subsea technology club.
Dino Chouest of Chouest Group, commented: “We are thrilled to welcome Kystdesign and its talented team into the Chouest family. By joining forces, we will continue delivering cutting-edge ROV systems and advancing the evolution of next-generation underwater robotics.”
The acquisition of the Norwegian firm is interpreted to strengthen Chouest’s subsea capabilities, ensuring continued support for the former’s existing clients while enhancing in-house solutions for C-Innovation and ROVOP, which are perceived as key players within the U.S. firm’s portfolio.
Tore Nedland, CEO of Kystdesign, emphasized the opportunities ahead: “Kystdesign has always been dedicated to engineering high-quality, reliable subsea solutions. Becoming part of the Chouest Group — an industry leader in offshore and subsea operations — provides us with the resources, expertise, and global network to accelerate innovation and better
