Our Story

Subsea ROV specialists since 2004

Part of STAPEM Group, we provide inspection, repair, and maintenance for oil and gas, renewables, and marine infrastructure worldwide.

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We’ve grown fast. Our headcount has nearly doubled in two years, and we’ve added new vehicles to the fleet. 

What hasn’t changed is that every client gets a dedicated project manager and every mobilisation is crewed by Film-Ocean’s own operators.

No agency staff, no knowledge gaps, no explaining yourself to someone new when something changes offshore.

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2004

Over two decades of subsea ROV expertise

2025

Independently certified as a Carbon Neutral Business 

2026

Introduced remote operations capability through the  ROC

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Certified.
Accredited. Ready.

Film-Ocean holds ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 certification across quality management and health and safety.

Bureau Veritas, DNV GL, Lloyd’s Register, and IMCA accreditation means our team and equipment meet the requirements of the major classification societies and industry bodies — so your project starts on a compliant footing without additional qualification steps on your side.

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Our mission

To provide specialist ROV capability to clients worldwide in the safest manner, with zero incidents or injuries, and without any adverse effect on the environment.

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Our track record

We deliver IRM projects across platform-based and vessel-supported operations, backed by experienced personnel and a proven approach to safe, efficient project delivery.

Our values - the principles behind every project

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Safety and the environment are at the heart of our operations.Our robust safety and environmental management system coupled with people who are passionate and committed to providing and promoting industry best practice ensures safe and efficient operations.

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Safety and the environment are at the heart of our operations.Our robust safety and environmental management system coupled with people who are passionate and committed to providing and promoting industry best practice ensures safe and efficient operations.

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Safety and the environment are at the heart of our operations.Our robust safety and environmental management system coupled with people who are passionate and committed to providing and promoting industry best practice ensures safe and efficient operations.

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Safety and the environment are at the heart of our operations.Our robust safety and environmental management system coupled with people who are passionate and committed to providing and promoting industry best practice ensures safe and efficient operations.

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Safety and the environment are at the heart of our operations.Our robust safety and environmental management system coupled with people who are passionate and committed to providing and promoting industry best practice ensures safe and efficient operations.

The people behind our operations

Our people
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Merv New

Chief Executive Officer

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Merv New

Chief Executive Officer

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Merv New

Chief Executive Officer

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Merv New

Chief Executive Officer

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Film-Ocean Displays Work Class ROV and Highlights Remote Operations Centre at Subsea Expo 2026

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