Affinity Test Services

What Affinity Test Services does

Affinity Test Services Sdn. Bhd. (ATSSB), trading as Affinity Test Services, is a Malaysian private non-destructive testing (NDT) and asset integrity inspection services company founded in 2012 and headquartered in Miri, Sarawak, with branch operations in Bintulu and Paka. The company serves the oil and gas industry as its primary customer base, delivering inspection services to operators, contractors, and asset owners including PETRONAS (via Operating Units such as OPUS, Petronas Carigali, and the Petroleum Arrangement Contractors), Malaysia LNG, IPC Malaysia, Petrofac Malaysia, EnQuest Malaysia, Jadestone Energy, Shell, and Lynas. The workforce is 51-100 employees, and the company positions itself as a specialist pipeline integrity and asset integrity inspection provider supporting the full asset lifecycle from pre-commissioning through continuous monitoring to planned shutdown work.

The service portfolio is organized across four tiers. Conventional NDT comprises ultrasonic testing (UT), magnetic particle testing (MT), dye penetrant testing (PT), and radiography (RT). Advanced NDT includes real-time digital X-ray radiography using the OpenVision system, MsS long-range guided-wave ultrasound, borescope inspection, hardness testing, UAV-based visual inspection, and 3D laser scanning. The portfolio is complemented by specialized offerings including DNV-certified ROV operations flown by UK-trained pilots, rope-access NDT, cathodic protection (CP) and DCVG surveys, underground pipe and cable locating, and certified inspector services. ATSSB holds ISO 9001:2015 quality certification alongside Malaysian sector credentials: AELB radioactive source license, DOSH workplace registration, CIDB Malaysia registration, PETRONAS vendor license, PETROS registration, and Ministry of Finance registration. Managing Director Mohamad Shukri Bin Adeni (20+ years of NDT experience) and Director Dayang Hanim Binti Awang Zaipiri (with the business since 2012) lead the company.

The business model is a hybrid of project-based NDT inspection work and long-term managed service frameworks. The 2017 Pan-Malaysia Inspection & Corrosion Monitoring Services (ICMS) contract with PETRONAS OPUS, PCSB, and the PACs, and the 2023 wave of multi-year basic NDT contracts with five operators, indicate that recurring framework revenue is a meaningful component of the book. The go-to-market motion is relationship-driven enterprise field sales, with the Managing Director and Director personally anchoring major accounts, supported by a downloadable corporate profile document and direct outreach; pricing is quote-based with no published rate card. There is no evidence of external institutional capital, public listing, digital/software product lines, or AI-driven analytics.

Name

Affinity Test Services

Legal name

Affinity Test Services Sdn. Bhd. (1004313-V)

Website

https://affinity-ndt.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Affinity Test Services is a Malaysian non-destructive testing and asset integrity inspection company serving oil and gas operators with conventional and advanced NDT methods, including real-time X-ray radiography, guided wave testing, DNV-certified ROV operations, UAV inspection, and pipeline integrity surveys, headquartered in Miri, Sarawak.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and Pipeline Inspection Services

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380), Testing Laboratories and Services (54138), Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (54)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734), Oil & Gas Field Services, Nec (1389), Services-Engineering Services (8711)

akta.pro primary industry

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) & Advanced Inspection (Phased Array, TOFD, Guided Wave) (EUAEAKAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Electrical Testing & Certification (Protection Relays, Switchgear, Transformers) (EUAEAHAG), Inspection, Integrity & Testing Services (NDT, Well Integrity, Corrosion, QA/QC) (EUALABAO), Corrosion Inspection & Coating/CP Surveys (CUI, CP, DCVG/ACVG) (EUAEAHAF), Third-Party Certification, Code Compliance & Regulatory Inspection (ASME/API/ISO) (EUAEAHAN)

Keywords

• Non-destructive testing
• Pipeline inspection
• Ultrasonic testing
• Corrosion monitoring
• Oil and gas integrity

Headquarters

HQ city

Miri

HQ country

Malaysia

HQ region

Asia

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Project-Based NDT Inspection Contracts: Discrete inspection projects scoped to specific tasks (e.g., real-time digital radiography for corrosion under insulation inspection at named platforms; underground cable and pipe locating; pre-commissioning and commissioning pipe inspection). Mix of one-off ad-hoc engagements and longer multi-year framework agreements.
2. Pan-Malaysia Inspection & Corrosion Monitoring Services (ICMS): Long-term managed service contracts with PETRONAS Operating Units (OPUs), Petronas Carigali (PCSB), and Petroleum Arrangement Contractors (PACs), as well as direct multi-year contracts with Malaysia LNG, IPC Malaysia, Petrofac Malaysia, EnQuest Malaysia and Jadestone Energy for basic NDT services across multiple sites.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Core offering

Affinity Test Services Sdn. Bhd. provides non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection services for the oil and gas industry in Malaysia. The portfolio spans conventional NDT methods (ultrasonic, magnetic particle, dye penetrant, and radiography testing), advanced NDT (real-time X-ray radiography via OpenVision, guided-wave / long-range UT, borescope, hardness testing, UAV visual inspection, 3D laser scanning), and specialized services (underground pipe and cable locating, cathodic protection and DCVG surveys, rope-access NDT, certified inspection, and DNV-certified ROV operations). Services are delivered as project-based engagements and multi-year framework contracts for integrity assurance across the asset lifecycle.

Product overview

Affinity Test Services Sdn. Bhd. (ATSSB) offers a single unified inspection service portfolio — not a software platform with modular products — organized into four service tiers that together form the company's end-to-end NDT and inspection offering for the oil & gas sector: (1) Primary Services including Real-Time X-Ray Radiography (OpenVision) and Guided Wave Inspection Utilizing MSS Technology, (2) Conventional NDT comprising Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), and Radiography Inspection, (3) Advanced NDT including Borescope, Hardness Testing, Visual Inspection UAV, and 3D Laser Scanning, and (4) Other Services such as Underground Pipe Cable Locator and Survey, Pipeline Cathodic Protection (CP) Survey, DCVG Survey, Certified Inspector, NDT Technician with Rope Access, and Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). The portfolio spans the full asset lifecycle from initial fabrication through continuous integrity monitoring to shutdown phases, applying both conventional and advanced methods to deliver quality and integrity assurance in accordance with international and national standards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Real-Time X-Ray Radiography (OpenVision) Digital X-ray system with live video output for real-time radiographic inspection, used to scan insulated pipe systems for corrosion under insulation (CUI), weld mapping, and heat trace location without removing insulation except at the probe point.
• Guided Wave Inspection Utilizing MSS Technology Electromagnetically generates and receives low-frequency ultrasonic guided waves to rapidly survey long lengths of pipeline from a single test location, detecting corrosion wall loss and cracks in aboveground, buried, and insulated pipe up to 300°C.
• Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Technique utilizing high-frequency sound waves to detect imperfections in metal materials, primarily used to define actual metal thickness and sub-surface defect sizing through appropriate selection of angle probes.
• Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) Technique used to detect surface and slightly sub-surface discontinuities in ferromagnetic materials (iron, steel, nickel, cobalt), applied for integrity checks on pressure vessels, piping, structures, and underwater structures.
• Dye Penetrant Testing (PT) Cost-effective method (also known as liquid penetrant inspection / LPI) used to detect surface discontinuities such as cracks, porosity, laps, and seams in both ferrous and non-ferrous materials and all non-porous materials.
• Radiography Inspection High-precision imaging to assess weld integrity, corrosion, and structural defects in oil and gas piping using advanced radiographic technology, supporting early risk detection, safety, and compliance.
• Borescope Inspection Non-intrusive technique for examining internal surfaces of pipes, tanks, and confined spaces using high-resolution imaging to detect corrosion, blockages, and wear without disassembly.
• Hardness Testing Evaluates material strength and durability in oil and gas infrastructure by measuring resistance to indentation, supporting assessment of wear resistance and structural integrity against industry standards.
• Visual Inspection UAV Drone-based inspection of hard-to-reach areas in oil and gas facilities (elevated structures and pipelines) using high-resolution cameras to eliminate the need for scaffolding or shutdowns.
• 3D Laser Scanning Captures data points via advanced laser technology to create precise 3D models of structures, piping, and equipment for inspection, design, verification, and maintenance planning.
• Underground Pipe Cable Locator and Survey Accurately identifies location and depth of underground utilities, including pipes and cables, using advanced electromagnetic and ground-penetrating technologies to prevent damage during excavation.
• Pipeline Cathodic Protection (CP) Survey Evaluates corrosion prevention systems on pipelines by measuring electrical potentials to identify areas with inadequate protection, ensuring long-term integrity and minimizing corrosion-related failures.
• Direct Current Voltage Gradient (DCVG) Survey Locates and assesses coating defects on buried pipelines by measuring voltage gradients to identify areas where protective coatings may be compromised, indicating potential corrosion risks.
• Certified Inspector Provides customers with technical recommendations through visual assessment on repairs, replacement, and alterations needed for specific equipment and piping in line with inspection codes and standards such as ASME, API, and NACE.
• NDT Technician with Rope Access Performs Non-Destructive Testing on hard-to-reach structures using rope access techniques, combining expertise in ultrasonic, radiographic, and magnetic particle testing without scaffolding or heavy equipment.
• Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) Inspection Free-swimming submersible craft used to perform underwater observation, inspection, and physical tasks such as valve operations and hydraulic functions, with DNV-certified control containers. Includes general visual inspection, NDT (CP readings, UT thickness measurements, flood member detection, eddy current testing), and other subsea inspection services delivered by UK-trained pilots.

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Oceaneering International: Subsea engineering and ROV services provider with significant offshore oil & gas inspection operations in Asia-Pacific. Direct comparable to Affinity's DNV-certified ROV-based inspection service for subsea pipelines and structures.
• MISTRAS Group: US-headquartered pure-play NDT services provider offering ultrasonic, radiographic, magnetic particle, dye penetrant and advanced NDT to oil & gas, power and aerospace. Closest direct comparable in service mix and customer profile to Affinity's NDT portfolio.
• ROSEN Group: Switzerland-based specialist in pipeline integrity inspection services, including guided-wave UT, in-line inspection and corrosion assessment. Direct overlap with Affinity's guided-wave, CUI and cathodic protection offerings to oil & gas operators.
• Velosi: International NDT, inspection and asset integrity services firm with strong Middle East and Asia-Pacific presence. Comparable in size and service mix to Affinity and a likely direct competitor for O&G inspection contracts in the region.

Broad incumbents

• Applus+: Global testing, inspection and certification company with a sizeable energy and industry division providing NDT, inspection and asset integrity services. Competes with Affinity on multi-year integrity contracts for oil & gas operators.
• SGS: World's largest testing, inspection and certification company with extensive oil & gas and industrial inspection offerings. Operates in Malaysia and is a likely competitor or sub-contractor counterpart for Affinity's client base.
• Stork (a Fluor company): Fluor-owned asset integrity, NDT and inspection business serving global oil & gas operators. Competes with Affinity on integrated integrity management contracts for upstream and midstream clients.
• Bureau Veritas: International TIC group with oil & gas industry services including NDT, asset integrity and pipeline inspection. Comparable to Affinity as a larger incumbent offering overlapping inspection services to the same end customers.
• Intertek: Global quality assurance and testing company with an energy services practice covering NDT, pipeline integrity and inspection. Represents a larger incumbent peer that Affinity could be sub-contracted to or displaced by on Malaysian O&G work.

Emerging players

• TWI Global (The Welding Institute): UK-based welding engineering and NDT consultancy providing inspection, certification and advanced NDT services to energy and industrial clients. Comparable to Affinity on advanced NDT methodologies and standards-driven integrity work.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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