Zakher Marine International

What Zakher Marine International does

Zakher Marine International (operating as ZMI Holdings or ZMI Global) is an integrated offshore marine support services provider headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, founded in 1984 and operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of ADNOC Logistics & Services since its 2021 acquisition. The company operates a fleet of 30+ vessels comprising self-propelled dynamic positioning (DP-2) jack-up barges and dynamically positioned offshore support vessels (AHTS, MPSV, PSV, DSV), with assets featuring up to 500 POB accommodation, 400MT crane capacity, and water depth ratings of 30-60m+. The fleet supports greenfield construction, brownfield maintenance, rigless well intervention, P&A/decommissioning, pure-play accommodation, platform supply, subsea construction, IRM, diving/ROV support, and anchor handling/towing for offshore energy operations, with newer vessels (HEA series) being added through 2024-2025 deliveries.

ZMI's core technology is its diversified and modular fleet of self-propelled jack-up barges and DP offshore support vessels, augmented by integrated service pillars covering planning and execution (using sophisticated project management software), expert crew placement, supply base and equipment provisioning, and offshore renewable energy services. The company's value proposition rests on bundling these capabilities into a single-provider model that eliminates third-party dependencies, reduces project costs and environmental impact, and ensures consistent HSE standards. The company maintains ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 50001 and 55001 certifications, holds OSHAD approval, and is a member of IMCA and IJUBOA, satisfying the pre-qualification requirements of major national and international oil companies.

ZMI operates a direct enterprise sales model targeting national oil companies (ADNOC, QatarEnergy, Saudi Aramco) and international energy majors in the Middle East, with revenue generated through long-term charter contracts and project-based service agreements priced on day-rate and project terms. As an ADNOC L&S subsidiary, ZMI benefits from preferential access to ADNOC's offshore operations and the broader UAE energy sector, with regional offices in Abu Dhabi (HQ), Al Khobar (KSA), and Doha (Qatar). The company employs a multinational workforce spanning 59 nationalities with 97% retention and 85% employee satisfaction, supports an offshore wind farm services vertical, and is positioning itself as an integrated offshore support provider for the energy transition.

Name

Zakher Marine International

Legal name

ZMI Global

Website

https://zmiglobal.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Zakher Marine International (ZMI Holdings), an ADNOC Logistics & Services subsidiary, is an Abu Dhabi-headquartered integrated offshore marine support services provider operating a fleet of 30+ jack-up barges and DP offshore support vessels for ADNOC, QatarEnergy, and other energy majors across the Arabian Gulf, covering construction, maintenance, IRM, and offshore wind support.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Offshore Marine Support Services

NAICS

Support Activities for Water Transportation (4883)

SIC

Oil & Gas Field Services, Nec (1389), Water Transportation (4400)

akta.pro primary industry

Offshore Support & Marine Logistics Vessel Operators (PSV/AHTS) (TLADABAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Marine & Offshore Energy O&M (Offshore Wind, Platforms, Subsea Assets) (EUAEAGAO), Offshore Marine & Aviation Support (PSVs, AHTS, Crew Boats, Helicopters) (EUALABAJ)

Keywords

• Offshore marine support
• Jack-up barge charter
• Offshore support vessels
• Oil and gas marine services
• Offshore wind farm support

Headquarters

HQ city

Abu Dhabi

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Vessel Charter Services: Long-term and spot charter of offshore support vessels (AHTS, PSV, MPSV, DSV) and self-propelled jack-up barges to energy companies for exploration, production, construction, and maintenance operations. Revenue is generated through daily charter rates (day rates) contracted on a term or project basis.
2. Integrated Marine Support Services: Bundled services including planning and execution, expert crew placement, supply base and equipment provisioning, and subsea IRM services. These are provided as integrated solutions to major energy companies under project or retainer contracts.
3. Offshore Wind Farm Support: Specialized services for offshore wind farm development including transport and installation (T&I), construction accommodation, operation and maintenance (O&M), and geotechnical investigation using jack-up barges and monohull vessels.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

ZMI Holdings operates an integrated offshore marine support solutions business providing self-propelled dynamic positioning jack-up barges, dynamically positioned offshore support vessels (AHTS, MPSV, PSV, DSV), and crew, planning, and supply-base services. It serves oil and gas operators, offshore construction contractors, and offshore wind farm developers across the Arabian Gulf (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar) and China under long-term charter and project-based contracts. As an ADNOC Logistics & Services subsidiary, it holds the largest jack-up barge fleet in the regional oil and gas marine business.

Product overview

Zakher Marine International (ZMI Holdings), an ADNOC Logistics & Services company, operates as an integrated offshore marine support solutions provider. The company's portfolio consists of two core product lines — Self-Propelled Dynamic Positioning Jack-Up Barges (including the HEA, QMS, Al Ghweifat, Dixie, Kinoa, Venus, Pandan, Pesto, Pili Pili, Senyar, and Suhail series) and Dynamically Positioned Offshore Support Vessels (including PSV, AHTS, MPSV, DSV, tug, and utility vessels under the QMS and Zakher brands). These are supported by four service pillars: planning and execution, expert crew placement, supply base and equipment, and offshore renewable energy services. The fleet collectively serves oil and gas exploration, production, construction, and decommissioning operations as well as offshore wind farm development across the Arabian Gulf and internationally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Jack-Up Barges

Quantifiable outcome

• Hybrid propulsion retrofits achieving up to 33% CO₂ reduction on certain vessels
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Bourbon Corporation: French OSV major with deepwater AHTS, PSV, and crew boat fleet serving IOCs and NOCs globally. Comparable through fleet composition and dependence on offshore upstream activity.
• Tidewater Inc. Global OSV owner of one of the world's largest offshore support vessel fleets. Comparable through OSV/AHTS/PSV deployment to national oil companies and a similar long-term charter model.
• Seacor Marine: US-listed provider of offshore marine support, including PSVs, AHTSs, and specialty vessels. Comparable in OSV charter model and exposure to global upstream customers.
• AD Ports Group (including ENAV Offshore): Abu Dhabi peer that acquired ENAV Offshore vessels as part of the same regional OSV consolidation wave. Competes for ADNOC and UAE offshore support demand with an integrated ports-and-maritime platform.
• Edison Chouest Offshore: Privately-held global OSV owner-operator with platform supply, anchor handling, and specialty vessels. Comparable through integrated marine support for offshore oil & gas majors.
• Vroon Offshore Services: European-headquartered OSV operator with AHTS, PSV, and subsea support vessels serving North Sea, Mediterranean, and West African markets. Comparable in vessel class mix and B2B NOC/IOC charter model.
• Topaz Energy and Marine (now part of AD Ports/Eni): Regional OSV operator historically focused on AHTS, PSV, and crew boats across the MENA and Caspian. Directly comparable in vessel classes, customer base, and consolidation pathway.

Broad incumbents

• McDermott International: Global offshore engineering, procurement, construction, and installation contractor. Comparable as a buyer of similar jack-up barge and OSV capacity for EPCI scopes in the Arabian Gulf, and as a counterparty for integrated offshore campaigns.
• ADNOC Logistics & Services (ADNOC L&S): Parent company of ZMI and the broader integrated logistics and marine services arm of ADNOC. Overlaps directly through OSV chartering, port operations, and offshore logistics across the Arabian Gulf, and provides the structural benchmark for ZMI's captive demand.

Regional players

• Vallianz Holdings: Singapore-based OSV owner with strong Middle East focus serving NOCs including Saudi Aramco. Comparable through regional OSV charter model, though primarily Asia-Pacific headquartered.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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