RedMed Group

What RedMed Group does

RedMed Group is an Algerian integrated logistics and operational solutions platform that supports international and national oil and gas operators in the Saharan region of southern Algeria. Founded in 1996 by the Fechkeur family (Riad, Madjid, and Nadir Fechkeur, with Mohamed Fechkeur as PDG), the group organizes its offering into nine in-house service lines: base camps and mobile camps, aerial work (aviation), heavy transport, multi-sector logistics, civil engineering and construction, environment and waste management, training and certification, medical services, and catering. Customers include most major IOCs operating in Algeria — Total, Gazprom, Shell, BP, Statoil, Repsol, Exxon Mobil — together with the Algerian national champion Sonatrach and service companies such as Halliburton, Schlumberger, and Baker Hughes. Operations are anchored at a 45-hectare purpose-built camp in Hassi Messaoud, supplemented by 15-hectare facilities in Adrar and a newer In Salah base, with corporate offices in Algiers.

The technical platform is asset- and infrastructure-heavy rather than software-led. Star Aviation operates a fleet of 17 aircraft (Beechcraft 1900D, Pilatus PC6, Twin Otter, Cessna Citation J2+/XLS+); aviation maintenance is delivered through a dedicated hangar at Hassi Messaoud airport (the largest private hangar on field) in partnership with Zimex Aviation. The training center runs an IWCF-exclusive Surface BOP Stack certification program using DS 20 Full Size and DP WS-22 UL portable simulators, plus an ALSIM DIAMOND 40 flight simulator for pilots in the Aviation Training School. Medical services are delivered via a joint venture with International SOS Algeria (Medi-Vac, telemedicine, occupational health) and supported by Laboratoire Fechkeur, an in-house biology/water-analysis laboratory processing 150–200 files daily. Environment services provide on-site waste sorting, composting, water recycling, drilling-mud treatment, and incineration. Headcount stands at approximately 1,700.

The business model is enterprise B2B managed services, with revenue generated primarily from base-camp accommodation (the largest revenue line at ~USD 100 million total in 2013) and from aviation charters, heavy-transport operations, civil-engineering works, training fees, and catering (through NewRest Remote Algeria). Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is negotiated contract-by-contract against scope, duration, and operating requirements. Distribution is direct sales via dedicated account managers and a commercial development team targeting IOC procurement and operations functions. The company has progressively verticalized — for example, converting its UK aviation joint venture (Jet Air) into 100% Algerian ownership in 2013 and announcing a transition from a SPA to a holding structure to govern its eight subsidiaries. Forward diversification is signaled by a 2014 Marriott partnership for six new hotels and entry into renewable-energy EPC work (Kabertene wind farm for Sonelgaz).

Name

RedMed Group

Legal name

RedMed Group

Website

https://redmed-group.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

RedMed Group is an Algerian integrated logistics platform serving international and national oil and gas majors in southern Algeria through base camps, aviation, heavy transport, medical, training, catering, and environmental services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Oil and Gas Logistics Services

NAICS

Support Activities for Mining (2131), Drilling Oil and Gas Wells (213111)

SIC

Oil & Gas Field Services, Nec (1389), Refuse Systems (4953)

akta.pro primary industry

Mutual Assistance Crew Logistics, Staging & Base Camp Services (EUAEAIAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Waste, Hazardous Waste & Regulated Disposal Logistics (RCRA/ADR Waste) (TLAIAJAI), Logistics, Resource Staging & Distribution (PPE/Medical Supplies) (HLAJAGAK)

Keywords

• Oil and gas logistics
• Remote site base camps
• Aerial work services
• Heavy equipment transport
• Drilling certification training

Headquarters

HQ city

Hassi Messaoud

HQ country

Algeria

HQ region

Africa

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Base Camps / Living Quarters: Premium accommodation services for oil industry personnel including hotels, residences, offices with IT infrastructure, sports facilities, and restaurants. Primary revenue driver representing largest share of ~100M USD revenue in 2013.
2. Aviation Services: Charter flights, passenger transport, cargo services through Star Aviation and JetAir Sahara subsidiaries. Fleet of 17+ aircraft serving domestic and international routes.
3. Heavy Transport & Logistics: Transportation of drilling rigs, heavy equipment, construction materials across Saharan regions. Specialized fleet of heavy trucks, cranes up to 100 tons capacity.
4. Civil Engineering & Construction: Runway construction, road opening, platform construction for drilling operations, and industrial infrastructure development.
5. Medical Services: On-site medical assistance, emergency care, medical evacuations through International SOS Algeria partnership.
6. Training & Certification: IWCF and IADC certification courses for drilling personnel using simulator technology. International accreditation.
7. Catering Services: Full catering services through NewRest Remote Algeria including accommodation, meals, laundry and follow-up services.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

RedMed Group provides integrated logistics and operational support for international oil and gas operators in southern Algeria, delivering turnkey solutions across base camps (45-hectare and 15-hectare living quarters with hotels, offices, restaurants, and sports facilities), aviation transport (17-aircraft fleet under Star Aviation and Jet Air Sahara), heavy equipment transportation, civil engineering, on-site medical care and evacuations, IWCF/IADC-certified drilling training, environmental and waste management, and mobile camp rentals. The offering is structured as a single-vendor "global solutions" package covering the full lifecycle of remote oil field operations.

Product overview

RedMed Group is an Algerian oil and gas logistics solutions provider founded in 1996 by the Fechkeur family. The company operates a diversified portfolio of integrated services organized into core divisions: Aerial Work (aviation through Star Aviation and Jet Air Sahara), RedMed Base (hotel and catering via NewRest Remote Algeria), Medical Services (International SOS Algeria and Laboratoire Fechkeur), Training Center (IWCF/IADC certification), Heavy Transport, Logistics, Civil Engineering, Environment Services, and Mobile Camps. The company serves major international oil companies including Total, Gazprom, Shell, BP, and Sonatrach from bases in Algiers, Hassi Messaoud, Adrar, and In Salah.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aerial Work / Charter Aviation Aviation services including charter flights, passenger and freight transport, and aerial work operations across southern Algeria delivered through Star Aviation and Jet Air Sahara. Designed for energy operators and personnel needing reliable transport to remote oil and gas sites.
• RedMed Base (Hotel, Accommodation and Catering) Hotel and catering services providing accommodation, offices, restaurants, sports facilities, and entertainment at base camps in Hassi Messaoud and Adrar, operated through NewRest Remote Algeria. Designed for oil and gas personnel stationed in remote Saharan locations.
• Medical Services On-site medical assistance, emergency care, occupational medicine, medical evacuations (Medi-Vac), and telemedicine delivered at oil sites via the International SOS Algeria partnership. Designed for oil and gas operators' workforce in remote locations.
• Training Center (IWCF / IADC Certification) Oil industry training center delivering IWCF and IADC certification courses for drilling operations using simulators (DS 20 Full Size and DP WS-22 UL portable). Serves international oil and gas majors and oilfield service companies including Halliburton, Schlumberger, and Baker Hughes.
• Heavy Transport Ground transportation of heavy equipment including drilling rigs, mobile cranes, gas turbines, and sensitive cargo across Saharan regions. Designed for oil and gas operators and energy infrastructure projects.
• Logistics Multi-sector logistics services including fleet management, supply chain, inventory control, distribution, and heavy lifting equipment operations (cranes 40-100 tons, forklifts 3-12 tons). Serves oil and gas operators and other project-driven industries in southern Algeria.
• Civil Engineering Engineering, procurement, and construction services including runway and road construction, aerodrome building, excavation, foundation work for drilling rigs, and industrial zone development. Designed for oil and gas operators and infrastructure projects in southern Algeria.
• Environment Services Environmental protection services including waste management, recycling, composting, wastewater treatment, and drilling mud recycling for sustainable operations. Designed for oil and gas operators needing environmental compliance in ecologically sensitive desert regions.
• Mobile Camps Rental and installation of fixed or mobile camps with cabins, kitchens, dining facilities, and specialized buildings for accommodation at remote work sites. Designed for oil and gas operators and energy infrastructure projects requiring temporary accommodation.
• Star Aviation Charter Airline Charter airline subsidiary operating a fleet of 17 aircraft (Beechcraft 1900D, Pilatus PC6, Twin Otter, Cessna Citation J2+, Cessna Citation XLS+) for passenger and freight services across southern Algeria.
• Jet Air Sahara Charter Airline International and domestic charter airline providing flights from European capitals (London, Madrid) to Hassi Messaoud, with ground handling services at Algerian airports. Became 100% Algerian-owned through RedMed's 2013 acquisition of its former UK joint venture partner.
• Aviation Training School (ATS) Pilot training school based in Hassi Messaoud with a Ground School and ALSIM DIAMOND 40 certified flight simulator, partnered with Malta European Training School for certification and simulator-based instruction.
• International SOS Algeria Medical Clinic Medical clinic providing primary care, emergency services, radiology, pharmacy, telemedicine, and medical evacuations at Hassi Messaoud, certified in Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support. Delivered as a joint vehicle with International SOS.
• Laboratoire Fechkeur Medical biology and bacteriological water analysis laboratory processing 150 to 200 files daily, providing quality control for food and water safety across RedMed's base camps.
• NewRest Remote Algeria Catering Catering services for base camps and mobile sites providing full catering (accommodation, meals, laundry) across Hassi Messaoud, Adrar, and In Salah.
• AFMC Industrial Safety and Security Industrial safety, security, HSE services and risk assessment for fixed and mobile bases, including disaster relief planning and standardized security dashboards.

Quantifiable outcome

• ~$100 million USD annual revenue (2013)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers13 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

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Marriott InternationalflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 November 2014Strategic partnership announced November 2014 for Marriott to build 6 new hotels in Algeria in partnership with RedMed. Major hospitality expansion leveraging RedMed's existing base camp infrastructure and local expertise.
• International SOScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for on-site medical assistance and health evacuation services. International SOS Algeria clinic established at Hassi Messaoud base providing emergency care, medical evacuations (Medi-Vac), and occupational medicine. Medical teams trained in advanced care and air emergency transport.
• Zimex AviationcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for aircraft maintenance services at Hassi Messaoud airport. Specialized workshops dedicated to aircraft maintenance in partnership with Zimex Aviation.
• Malta European Training SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAviation Training School (ATS) partnership with Malta European Training School for pilot training certification and simulator-based instruction.
• JetAir UKcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJoint venture partnership with JetAir UK for international passenger and freight transport from European capitals (London, Madrid) to Hassi Messaoud. RedMed subsequently acquired full ownership becoming 100% Algerian company.
• Algerian UniversitiesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Algerian universities for technology courses in renewable energy sector and joint research in sustainable development and environment protection.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Sodexo: Sodexo is a large global facilities management and food services group with material exposure to remote-site and energy-sector clients. Its 'Energy & Resources' segment overlaps with RedMed's catering, facilities management and base camp operations, though Sodexo is far larger and more diversified.
• Compass Group: Compass Group is a global contract food services and support services major. Its remote-site, energy and offshore catering divisions are directly comparable to NewRest Remote Algeria's catering operations at RedMed's base camps.
• Baker Hughes: Baker Hughes is a major oilfield services and industrial energy technology company and a documented RedMed training client. Its upstream services presence in Algeria means its operational decisions affect demand for RedMed's integrated logistics and crew certification services.
• Halliburton: Halliburton is a global oilfield services giant and a documented RedMed client for training. While it operates at a vastly different scale and in upstream technical services, it is the incumbent whose procurement decisions materially drive RedMed's integrated service volumes in Algeria.
• SLB (Schlumberger): SLB is the world's largest oilfield services company and a RedMed client for training. Its broad upstream technology and services footprint across Algeria means SLB's local capex and crew-rotation policies directly shape demand for RedMed's integrated camp and certification services.

Direct peers

• Veolia Environmental Services: Veolia provides hazardous waste management, water treatment and industrial environmental services globally, including to oil & gas operators. RedMed's drilling mud recycling, wastewater treatment and on-site incineration business is directly comparable to Veolia's oilfield environmental offering.
• ATCO Structures & Logistics: ATCO designs, manufactures and operates modular workforce housing, camps and remote-site logistics for the energy, mining and defense sectors. Its modular accommodation and integrated site services business directly mirrors RedMed's base camp and mobile camps offerings.
• International SOS: International SOS is RedMed's actual JV partner for medical services and is itself the global leader in remote-site medical assistance, telemedicine and medical evacuation. It is the natural comparable for RedMed's International SOS Algeria clinic and Medi-Vac operations.
• Civeo Corporation: Civeo provides large-scale workforce accommodation, catering and camp services to the oil & gas, mining and resources sectors in remote locations (Australia, Canada, US). It is the closest pure-play comparable to RedMed's base-camp and hospitality business for industrial clients.
• Newrest Group: Newrest operates the 'NewRest Remote Algeria' subsidiary that provides full catering at RedMed's base camps. Newrest's broader remote-site catering business (mining, oil & gas, offshore) makes it a direct peer for that portion of RedMed's offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/RedMedGroup
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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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