Q&A with Pasi Lehtonen, Executive Vice President, Offshore Solutions, MacGregor
1. How well is MacGregor positioned in the offshore sector under Triton’s new ownership?
MacGregor’s lifecycle-focused strategy is closely aligned with Triton’s commitment to sustainable growth and value creation, and with the support of our new owner, we are strategically positioned across the maritime and offshore sectors to deliver lasting value.
Our solutions are proven, by performance, to drive safer, smarter, and more sustainable operations across both industries. In addition to a strong market position, we have a broad portfolio of sustainable and high-quality products, a global network of service centres, and skilled personnel with robust capabilities in innovation, engineering, and delivery.
2. Please summarise MacGregor’s track record in the offshore industry.
MacGregor’s offshore solutions are backed by decades of proven performance. We have delivered bow-loading systems (BLS) for over 40 years and motion-compensated cranes for more than 25, with over 250 of our active heave-compensated (AHC) cranes now in operation worldwide. In 1991, we delivered the first offloading system for a floating production storage and offloading unit.
By ensuring consistent uptime in extreme weather and sea conditions, we have earned the trust of leading offshore operators worldwide. We pride ourselves on providing certainty in offshore operations.
3. Can you mention any recent high-profile projects in the offshore sector?
We recently delivered the MacGregor Horizon walk-to-work gangway to IWS’s fleet of commissioning service operation vessels (CSOVs). According to the fleet managing director, the company chose MacGregor for its “unique technology”, the “total package” we proposed, and our “strong track record as a supplier to the offshore market”. IWS also reported that initial performance data from the gangway, as well as client feedback, verified that its CSOVs were among the most effective available on the market today.
MacGregor's crane packages, including 100-tonne AHC cranes, are also supporting accurate high-capacity subsea lifts aboard Prysmian’s advanced cable-laying vessels, Prysmian Leonardo da Vinci and Prysmian Monna Lisa. Delivered in February 2025 by Norway-based shipbuilder VARD Group, a subsidiary of Italy’s Fincantieri Group, Prysmian Monna Lisa recently received the Ship of the Year 2025 award. The accolade recognises the vessel’s status as the most advanced ship of its kind at sea – a title previously held by the 2021-built Prysmian Leonardo da Vinci.
With every project, we prove our value through performance – not promises. We have strengthened our foundation for smarter project execution through a proactive process- and data-driven approach.
4. What does the future hold for MacGregor’s offshore solutions division?
Looking ahead, we intend to build on a strong track record of delivering complex projects with precision, reliability, and high customer satisfaction while strengthening our aftermarket platform with Triton’s support.
We reaffirm our commitment to the offshore sector with a clear focus on profitable growth. Following a successful turnaround, we are now well-positioned to expand our offshore business. Supported by a strong orderbook and an extensive portfolio of products and services, we are dedicated to delivering sustainable value and strengthening partnerships with our customers.
We are also approaching the emerging carbon capture and storage market with the objective of setting the industry standard and becoming the first-choice provider of offshore transfer systems for liquefied CO₂, building on our recognised offering in BLS and reel-loading systems. To reduce technology risk, we are maximising the reuse of standardised products and remain committed to following the technology qualification process, engaging DNV, SINTEF, and other recognised experts and suppliers.
source: JLA
Our solutions are proven, by performance, to drive safer, smarter, and more sustainable operations across both industries. In addition to a strong market position, we have a broad portfolio of sustainable and high-quality products, a global network of service centres, and skilled personnel with robust capabilities in innovation, engineering, and delivery.
2. Please summarise MacGregor’s track record in the offshore industry.
MacGregor’s offshore solutions are backed by decades of proven performance. We have delivered bow-loading systems (BLS) for over 40 years and motion-compensated cranes for more than 25, with over 250 of our active heave-compensated (AHC) cranes now in operation worldwide. In 1991, we delivered the first offloading system for a floating production storage and offloading unit.
By ensuring consistent uptime in extreme weather and sea conditions, we have earned the trust of leading offshore operators worldwide. We pride ourselves on providing certainty in offshore operations.
3. Can you mention any recent high-profile projects in the offshore sector?
We recently delivered the MacGregor Horizon walk-to-work gangway to IWS’s fleet of commissioning service operation vessels (CSOVs). According to the fleet managing director, the company chose MacGregor for its “unique technology”, the “total package” we proposed, and our “strong track record as a supplier to the offshore market”. IWS also reported that initial performance data from the gangway, as well as client feedback, verified that its CSOVs were among the most effective available on the market today.
MacGregor's crane packages, including 100-tonne AHC cranes, are also supporting accurate high-capacity subsea lifts aboard Prysmian’s advanced cable-laying vessels, Prysmian Leonardo da Vinci and Prysmian Monna Lisa. Delivered in February 2025 by Norway-based shipbuilder VARD Group, a subsidiary of Italy’s Fincantieri Group, Prysmian Monna Lisa recently received the Ship of the Year 2025 award. The accolade recognises the vessel’s status as the most advanced ship of its kind at sea – a title previously held by the 2021-built Prysmian Leonardo da Vinci.
With every project, we prove our value through performance – not promises. We have strengthened our foundation for smarter project execution through a proactive process- and data-driven approach.
4. What does the future hold for MacGregor’s offshore solutions division?
Looking ahead, we intend to build on a strong track record of delivering complex projects with precision, reliability, and high customer satisfaction while strengthening our aftermarket platform with Triton’s support.
We reaffirm our commitment to the offshore sector with a clear focus on profitable growth. Following a successful turnaround, we are now well-positioned to expand our offshore business. Supported by a strong orderbook and an extensive portfolio of products and services, we are dedicated to delivering sustainable value and strengthening partnerships with our customers.
We are also approaching the emerging carbon capture and storage market with the objective of setting the industry standard and becoming the first-choice provider of offshore transfer systems for liquefied CO₂, building on our recognised offering in BLS and reel-loading systems. To reduce technology risk, we are maximising the reuse of standardised products and remain committed to following the technology qualification process, engaging DNV, SINTEF, and other recognised experts and suppliers.
source: JLA
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