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Who We Are
An Innovative and Safety-First Approach
Established in Aberdeen in 1998, we quickly became the pipeline isolation and pressure testing partner of choice for several major oil and gas operators including BP and Shell. Through strategic acquisitions our capability rapidly expanded to include the delivery of bespoke engineering solutions.
A desire to expand into the repair and maintenance market led to the development of in-house design and project engineering services.
In 2000, we engineered and manufactured our first ROV-deployable subsea repair clamp system for use in deep water West of Shetland. This clamp was fully installable and hydraulically actuated through ROV hot stab connectors.
The site personnel allocated to this project deserve special praise for their commitment and dedication.
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Track Record
Building Trust Through Delivery
Since 1998, STATS Group has built a reputation for delivering pipeline isolation solutions where failure simply isn't an option. From our first projects with BP and Shell in the North Sea to becoming the trusted partner for over 2,143 successful isolations globally, we've consistently proven that innovation and reliability aren't competing priorities - they're inseparable.
Our engineering milestones tell the story: the first ROV-deployable subsea repair clamp in deep water West of Shetland in 2000; pioneering mechanical connectors that eliminate hot-work risks; developing isolation technology that cuts carbon emissions by 95% during pipeline repairs. These aren't just technical achievements - they represent real progress in making energy infrastructure safer, more efficient, and more sustainable.
Recognition has followed. We've won industry awards for skills development, taken home Product of the Year honours with National Gas for innovative isolation technology, and been celebrated for our export success and international growth. But perhaps the most meaningful validation comes from our clients: major operators who have fundamentally reassessed how they approach isolation and intervention projects because of what STATS Group has made possible.
Today, with 21 patents protecting our technologies and a global network spanning nine strategic locations, we employ over 500 skilled professionals who share a common purpose. We're not just maintaining the pipelines that power today's energy needs, we're actively shaping the infrastructure of tomorrow. From completing the world's first high-pressure hydrogen pipeline isolation to supporting carbon capture and storage projects, we're proving that the same engineering rigour that built our reputation in oil and gas positions us perfectly for the energy transition ahead.
The track record matters because it demonstrates capability. But what drives us forward is the conviction that the next challenge, whatever it might be, is one we're ready to solve.
Ethos and Training
Engineering Excellence Through People
At STATS Group, solving complex pipeline challenges isn't just about the technology we develop, it's about the people who design, build, and deploy it. Since our earliest days in Aberdeen, we've understood that innovation happens when you combine deep technical expertise with a culture that encourages questioning minds and rewards those who aren't satisfied with "good enough."
Our approach to training reflects this philosophy. We've invested £500,000 in a dedicated global training centre at our UK headquarters, not because it was required, but because we believe exceptional engineering demands exceptional preparation. The facility houses a full suite of our products, dedicated testing areas, and custom-built spaces where our field technicians, workshop crews, design engineers, and even our support staff can get hands-on experience with the very tools that will keep pipelines safe around the world.
But training at STATS goes far beyond technical competency. We're building careers, not just filling positions. Through partnerships with the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB), sponsorship of professional memberships including IMechE's Monitored Professional Development Scheme, and support for apprenticeships and graduate programmes, we're committed to helping our people reach their full potential. Whether we're helping graduates take their first steps in the energy sector or taking experienced technicians and helping them refresh their skills, we blend online, hands-on, and classroom learning to deliver the very best training and the very best people.
This commitment to people development has earned us recognition, including awards for our skills development, but the real measure of success is simpler: it's the confidence our clients have when our technicians arrive on site, and the pride our team takes in solving problems that others haven't figured out yet.
Why We Do What We Do
A Message from CEO Stephen Rawlinson
In this video, STATS Group CEO Stephen Rawlinson shares his perspective on what drives the company beyond the engineering specifications and project delivery metrics. He speaks candidly about the responsibility that comes with working on critical energy infrastructure - knowing that when a pipeline needs isolation or repair, there's often no room for error. But rather than viewing this as pressure, Stephen explains how it fuels innovation and keeps the entire team focused on what matters: safety, reliability, and doing the job right the first time.
Stephen also reflects on the company's evolution from a small Aberdeen-based specialist to a global leader with bases across continents. He addresses the deliberate choice to build local teams rather than fly people around the world, a decision rooted in both operational excellence and environmental responsibility. You'll hear his thoughts on navigating the energy transition, supporting the shift to hydrogen and carbon capture, and why he believes STATS Group's culture of questioning, learning, and continuous improvement positions the company to tackle whatever challenges the industry faces next. It's a conversation that balances technical ambition with human values, much like STATS Group itself.
Leadership Built on Engineering Excellence
Proven Solutions For New Challenges
Our leadership team brings together deep technical knowledge, operational excellence, and strategic vision honed across decades in the global energy sector. From engineering and technology development to sales, finance, compliance, and QHSE, each leader contributes specialist expertise while sharing a common commitment: delivering safer, more sustainable pipeline solutions that meet the evolving needs of the energy industry.
What unites this team is more than professional capability, it's a shared belief that complex challenges require collaborative thinking. Whether expanding into new markets, pioneering technologies for the hydrogen economy, or developing the next generation of engineering talent, our leaders work as one team with a singular focus on innovation, safety, and client success.
Based across our global operations and supported by experienced Non-Executive Directors, the leadership team guides STATS Group's strategy while staying connected to the day-to-day realities of project delivery. They understand that leadership in this industry isn't about having all the answers, it's about asking the right questions, empowering talented people, and maintaining the technical rigour and ethical standards that have defined STATS Group since 1998.
As we navigate the energy transition and expand our global footprint, this leadership team is positioned to drive the company forward while staying true to the values and engineering excellence that got us here.
Beyond Engineering: Doing Business Right
At STATS Group, operational excellence extends beyond our product technologies and engineering innovation.
We're committed to the highest standards of corporate responsibility, environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and workplace safety, ensuring we deliver world-class solutions while protecting people, communities, and the planet.
Corporate Responsibility
Conducting business with honesty, integrity and respect for people. We're committed to ethical practices across everything we do.
Sustainability
Working towards net-zero by 2045, reducing emissions and minimising environmental impact through innovation and local operations.
Compliance
Zero-tolerance approach to bribery and corruption. Meeting and exceeding legal requirements in every jurisdiction where we operate.
QHSE
ISO-accredited systems protecting people and environment. Adopting industry Life-Saving Rules to eliminate workplace fatalities.
Local Everywhere
Instead of flying people and equipment all over the world, we've set up fully-functional bases in nine strategic locations. These bases enable us to employ local technicians, work with local manufacturers, and invest in local economies. They're a significant investment, but our regional bases are key to delivering the best possible service for our clients - and minimising the environmental impact of our work.
