TPi July 2018

Business & market news

AgileTek underlines strategic growth with key appointments

talented young engineers who have already made a big impact on the company and hit the ground running. We need talented and enthusiastic individuals to help us fulfil our ambitions, and these appointments provide us with an excellent platform for continued growth in 2018. “Manuel’s promotion is also well earned, and his experience and skillset will be invaluable in helping us to identify and further develop opportunities in Asia. We are confident that this new position will help us work towards fulfilling our growth plans, as well as building on our global presence.” Mr Kim previously worked at a computer aided engineering software provider, while Mr Olson recently graduated from Imperial College London with a degree in aerospace engineering. AgileTek operates in the offshore wind, offshore oil and gas and wave power sectors, conducting studies and analysis of flexible pipes, subsea power cables, umbilicals, marine hoses, cable protection systems and SURF ancillaries. AgileTek – UK www.agiletek.co.uk

contract in China. In recognition of the growing subsea market in Asia, further business development in this region will be led by Manuel Pimentel, who has been promoted from senior engineering analyst to regional development manager (Asia). AgileTek managing director Steve Rossiter said, “We are delighted to have welcomed Soo-hyeong and Andrew to the AgileTek team. They are hugely

Subsea engineering analysis consultancy AgileTek has underlined rapid growth in 2017 with two new appointments and a key promotion. Soo-hyeong Kim has joined the company as a graduate engineering analyst, alongside Andrew Olson, who has taken on the role of business development engineer. The company is also building on recent successes in the Asian market, after securing a major cable and umbilicals

Soo-hyeong Kim (left) and Andrew Olson

Plastic Pipes XIX – new developments previewed

the best, most efficient hydraulic performance for a given project is well known.” Milacron is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, and supplies systems that range from extruders to new and rebuilt extrusion barrels and screws, pipe heads, dies and downstream equipment. Plastic Pipes XIX is being organised by the Plastic Pipes Conference Association (PPCA). Plastic Pipes XIX Conference and Exhibition – USA www.ppxix.com

companies committed to the success of the PPXIX conference. “TRI Environmental is a provider of pipe testing and research services for non- pressure to pressure pipe applications. Their endorsement of our international event is highly significant for the plastic pipe industry. From testing in accordance with AASHTO, ASTM International and ISO test procedures, to evaluation of pipe gaskets and associated service life determinations, their contribution to plastic pipe technology is considerable. Their support for manufacturing, design and user communities in verifying

The organisers of the Plastic Pipes XIX Conference and Exhibition have announced that TRI Environmental will sponsor this year’s event at the Silver level and that Milacron is sponsoring one of the coffee breaks. The PPXIX conference will take place at the Red Rock Resort in Las Vegas, USA, from 24 to 26 September. Sarah Patterson, chair of the PPXIX organising committee, commented, “The conference welcomes TRI Environmental and Milacron as PPXIX sponsors. Their addition further complements the list of recognised

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