Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) has taken another major step in expanding its international offshore business by announcing a strategic partnership between its maritime subsidiary Astro Offshore and US-based engineering firm Oceaneering International Inc. The collaboration is focused on strengthening ultra-deepwater and subsea operations while helping the company grow its presence in specialized offshore markets across Europe.
The agreement is expected to enhance Astro Offshore’s ability to handle technically advanced underwater projects, including subsea construction, pipeline installation, inspection work, and long-term maintenance operations. The partnership also aligns with APSEZ’s broader vision of building a diversified global marine network that combines offshore services, logistics, and deepwater infrastructure solutions.
As part of this expansion strategy, Astro Offshore has added a new ultra-deepwater vessel named Astro Atlas to its fleet. The vessel is expected to play a critical role in supporting sophisticated offshore activities and increasing the company’s operational reach in deep-sea environments.
Astro Offshore Chief Executive Officer Mark Humphreys described the addition of the vessel as an important milestone for the company’s future growth plans. According to him, Astro Atlas is currently the company’s largest and most advanced vessel, offering stronger capabilities for handling increasingly complex offshore assignments while meeting evolving client demands.
Previously known as Energy Savannah, the 97-meter DP2 multipurpose support vessel comes equipped with advanced subsea engineering systems. These include a 150-ton crane, an additional secondary crane, a moonpool designed for underwater operations, and accommodation facilities capable of housing up to 100 personnel onboard.
The vessel is specifically designed for operations in extremely deep waters and can function at depths exceeding 3,000 meters. This capability is expected to significantly improve Astro Offshore’s ability to compete in the growing global deepwater services market.
The partnership with Oceaneering International reflects APSEZ’s aggressive long-term ambitions in the marine and offshore sector. The company has outlined plans to build a fleet of 200 vessels by fiscal year 2031 while targeting marine business revenue of nearly $720 million. It also intends to invest approximately $1.56 billion in capital expenditure to strengthen its offshore infrastructure and global operational footprint.
With demand for offshore energy services and subsea engineering continuing to rise worldwide, APSEZ is positioning itself as a stronger player in international marine logistics and advanced offshore support solutions.
