MEMBER NEWS: Ashtead Technology signs reseller agreement with i2S

December 5, 2023
MEMBER NEWS: Ashtead Technology signs reseller agreement with i2S

International subsea rental equipment and solutions specialist Ashtead Technology has signed a reseller agreement with France-based i2S, specialists in underwater robotics and imaging solutions.

The agreement is an extension to the rental agreement signed earlier this year and sees Ashtead Technology become an exclusive global reseller, as well as a rental provider, of i2S Orphie camera systems.

i2S Orphie systems are high-specification cameras that can be used by ROV and divers to improve observation in turbid waters. Orphie technology offers the possibility of observing objects at a distance three times greater than many cameras, producing real-time actionable images to support underwater inspection operations.

The i2S Orphie systems are now available to rent or purchase throughout Ashtead Technology’s international technology and service hubs.

Phil Middleton, Ashtead Technology’s Head of Survey and Robotics, said: “Since signing our first agreement with i2S at the start of the year, we have seen significant uptake for the Orphie camera systems which are delivering exceptional results in the field for our customers.

“This exclusive reseller agreement is another step forward in our relationship with i2S and one that further cements our commitment to growing our capability and having the broadest range of innovative subsea equipment in our fleet to support the industry’s underwater challenges.”

Jules Guillien, Head of Sales at Orphie, said: “Through Ashtead Technology’s global reach and continued investment in the latest technologies, we have been delighted with the uptake of our camera systems and feedback from customers. We look forward to further strengthening our relationship with Ashtead Technology to provide our innovative imaging technology solutions to a broader customer base and building on our success so far.”

Get in touch

AREG is the original energy transition organisation, working on behalf of members to empower the energy supply chain and champion its expertise. Please get in touch if you have any questions or would like to find out more about membership.

Contact Us
“

AREG has played an important role in the growth of Scotland’s renewable energy sector, engaging the supply chain and developing the European Offshore Wind Deployment Centre. However, we are only at the very beginning of the transition that AREG was established to both lead and support so there are still opportunities for companies to get into the constantly evolving renewables supply chain. We look forward to continuing our work together as renewables builds on its place as Scotland’s main source of power, and as we seek to deliver real change in the crucial areas of heat and transport.

Scottish Renewables
“

Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce has worked closely with AREG since its formation. The recent progress in the developments of offshore wind projects by Equinor and Vattenfall are as a result of the work of the group over many years. The north-east is known as the oil and gas capital of Europe. At the Chamber, we believe the region must evolve its position to being recognised as the energy capital. Whilst hydrocarbons will continue to be essential in driving our economy for years to come, the generation of renewable resources will play an increasingly important role in providing cost-effective power, innovative development and economic growth.

Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce
“

The enthusiasm and dedication of the early group that would become AREG was fundamental in us choosing to launch All-Energy in Aberdeen. The first tiny show was held in 2001, and AREG’s Chairman at the time, Jeremy Cresswell, played such an active role that I often describe him in terms such as All-Energy’s ‘midwife’. All-Energy is now the UK’s largest renewable and low carbon energy exhibition and conference in terms of number of attendees, space booked, and number of exhibiting companies. As AREG became firmly established, their presence and support for the event grew spectacularly over the years. We thank them most sincerely for their invaluable input.

All-Energy
“

Vattenfall has forged a strong working relationship with AREG through the development of the European Offshore Wind Deployment Centre. AREG has worked tirelessly on behalf of the North East and it can take enormous credit for the growth of sustainable energy in the region and the path it has cleared for the region to capture further investment.

Vattenfall
“

Aberdeen City and Shire is emerging as a key location for renewables by successfully transferring its world-class oil and gas expertise into the sector and AREG has done much to advance this through a broad range of initiatives. It has acted as a catalyst in driving further investment in the local economy by engaging with companies, Government, public bodies and existing projects and we have been pleased to support their efforts. Scottish Enterprise will continue to engage with AREG as we increase Scotland’s use of renewable energy.

Scottish Enterprise