Orca Offshore

Name

Orca Offshore

Legal name

ORCA Offshore FZE

Website

https://orcaoffshore.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Inspection and Lifting Services

NAICS

Support Activities for Water Transportation (4883)

SIC

Oil & Gas Field Services, Nec (1389)

akta.pro primary industry

Offshore Marine & Aviation Support (PSVs, AHTS, Crew Boats, Helicopters) (EUALABAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Underwater Inspection, Maintenance & Repair (UWILD, Diving/ROV, In-water Cleaning) (IMAJAFAJ)

Keywords

• Lifting equipment inspection
• Non-destructive testing services
• Rigging loft services
• Drill pipe inspection
• Offshore rig building

Headquarters

HQ city

Baku

HQ country

Azerbaijan

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Inspection and Testing Services: Professional services including NDT services, testing, LOLER and Rigging Inspection, API Derrick Inspection, Drill pipe/tubular inspection, OCTG services. Revenue generated through service fees for inspection and testing work performed.
2. Equipment Supply and Rental: Premium lifting, rigging and marine equipment supply. Rental of lifting equipment and rigging lofts. Supply of fully certified rigging lofts.
3. Training Services: Competency assessment and training services including lifting courses, HSE courses, bespoke courses, online training, and machine operators training.
4. Rig Building and Operations Services: Rig building services, winch and spooling services, rigging loft services/management, lifting operations planning and control, rope access services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Orca Offshore provides lifting, hoisting equipment examination, testing, and rig building services for the oil, gas, marine, and construction industries in Azerbaijan and the Caspian region. Its core offerings include non-destructive testing (Eddy Current, UT, MPI, LPI, EMI), API Derrick and drill pipe/tubular inspection, lifting equipment supply and rental of DNV-certified rigging lofts, rope access, lifting operations planning, rig building, and a suite of competency-based training courses.

Product overview

Orca Offshore is an industrial services company established in 2017 in Azerbaijan, offering specialized services to the oil, gas, marine, and construction industries. The company's portfolio consists of inspection and testing services (API Derrick Inspection, Non-Destructive Testing, Drill Pipe & Tubular Inspection), lifting solutions (equipment testing, supply & rental, operations planning), rig building services, rope access services, and comprehensive training programs. These services are delivered through qualified personnel leveraging 30+ years of industry experience, with a focus on safety, quality assurance, and compliance with international standards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• API Derrick Inspection Inspection services for drilling rig derricks following API standards, performed by qualified inspectors to ensure structural integrity and compliance.
• Lifting Equipment and Testing Inspection and recertification services for lifting equipment including annual recertification of equipment like ESVAG transfer baskets, with DNV witnessed approvals.
• Lifting and Hoisting Equipment Examination and Testing Comprehensive examination and testing services including LOLER inspections, crane load tests, forklift inspections, life boat and davit testing, bollard pull tests, and wire rope socket installation.
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Internationally recognized NDT methods including Eddy Current, UT (Ultrasonic Testing), MPI (Magnetic Particle Inspection), LPI (Liquid Penetrant Inspection), and EMI (Electromagnetic Inspection) for various equipment types.
• Lifting Equipment Supply and Rental Supply and rental of certified lifting, hoisting, lashing, and mooring equipment, including fully equipped rigging lofts compliant with DNV 2.7-1 and BS 12079 standards.
• Drill Pipe and Tubular Inspection Inspection services for drill pipes, tubulars, BHA tools, and casing/tubing, with EMI (Electromagnetic Inspection) services for comprehensive tubular integrity assessment.
• Rope Access Services Rope access services utilizing IRATA qualified personnel who also hold multiple NDT qualifications, providing cost-effective inspection solutions for hard-to-access areas.
• Lifting Operations Planning and Control Specialized planning and supervisory services for lifting operations including routine and specific lift plans for heavy lifts over 100 tonnes, risk assessments, and preparation of Safe Systems of Work.
• Rig Building Services Rig building services including assembly, erection, installation and outfitting of newbuild and refurbished structures, with DROPS surveys and sweeps capability as member of International DROPS organization.
• Lifting Courses Comprehensive lifting training including Offshore Rigger levels, Crane Operator training, Banksman/Slinger, LOLER Awareness, and advanced rigging technical support courses.
• HSE Courses Health, Safety and Environment training covering working at height, confined space entry, fire fighting, first aid including CPR and AED, risk assessment, incident investigation, and various awareness programs.
• Bespoke Courses Customized training programs developed to meet specific organizational requirements, tailored to client operational needs.
• Online Training Remote training delivery for lifting courses, HSE courses, and soft skills courses via digital platform.
• Machine Operators Training Operator training for various equipment including crane operators (crawler, mobile, pedestal, knuckle boom), forklift trucks, telescopic handlers, and excavators with AITT approved certifications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Zero LTI (Lost Time Injury) target
• +1 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 indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Intertek: Global testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) major with extensive oil & gas, marine, and industrial services. Overlaps with Orca in inspection, lifting equipment examination, and certification work, but at much larger scale.
• Bureau Veritas: Global TIC company providing marine, offshore, and oil & gas classification and inspection services. Comparable through marine surveying, lifting equipment certification, and offshore verification work.
• Sembcorp Marine: Large offshore, marine, and rig-building engineering contractor. Comparable to Orca's rig building scope, though at a far larger scale and broader offshore portfolio.
• SGS: Global TIC major covering oil & gas, marine, and industrial inspection. Overlaps with Orca's inspection, lifting equipment examination, and certification offerings across multiple end-markets.
• Applus+: International TIC firm with strong oil & gas inspection, integrity, and laboratory service lines. Comparable to Orca across NDT, lifting inspection, and certification services, especially in EMEA markets.

Direct peers

• Acuren (formerly Stork): Industrial inspection, integrity, and NDT services provider serving oil & gas, petrochemical, and power customers worldwide. Comparable to Orca in NDT methods, rope access, and rig/equipment inspection scope.
• Mistras Group: Global provider of non-destructive testing, inspection, and mechanical services primarily to the oil & gas, aerospace, and infrastructure markets. Directly comparable to Orca's mobile NDT and inspection offerings across Eddy Current, UT, MPI, LPI, and EMI methods.
• Lamprell: Rig building, fabrication, and offshore services contractor serving the Middle East and Caspian. Comparable to Orca's rig building services and offshore fabrication/assembly capabilities.
• MMT (Ocean Infinity): Marine survey, inspection, and ROV services provider. Comparable to Orca in marine inspection, rope access, and offshore integrity services for vessels and structures.
• TWI Global: Welding, NDT, and materials integrity organization providing inspection services and certification programs. Comparable to Orca's NDT and training services, particularly around certification and competency assessment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/orca-offshore-fzc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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