(from left to right) Mr Merv New, CEO Film-Ocean and Mr Mike Mackie, Head of Operations, in the work Film-Ocean facilities in Ellon. Standing in front of a Work Class Schilling HD ROV System.

Film-Ocean Ltd Announces Appointment of Merv New as Chief Executive Officer

Film-Ocean Ltd, a leading ROV specialist based in Ellon, Aberdeenshire, is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Merv New

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Film-Ocean Ltd, a leading ROV specialist based in Ellon, Aberdeenshire, is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Merv New as its new Chief Executive Officer. Merv brings over 30 years of experience in the offshore oil and gas sector, offshore marine renewable & subsea telecoms sectors, with a notable career in subsea operations.

Merv New joined Film-Ocean after a distinguished role with Shelf Subsea as COO in Singapore, where he led subsea operations, including diving operations, ROV management, subsea construction, and engineering project management. His depth of expertise will be critical in driving Film-Ocean’s continued global growth and operational excellence.

Following an outstanding performance in 2024, Film-Ocean is poised for further growth in 2025, with its state-of-the-art headquarters in Ellon and a dedicated team of skilled professionals. Under Merv’s leadership, the company is set to explore new business opportunities while continuing to deliver innovative ROV solutions to clients worldwide.

Merv’s leadership will not only bring operational expertise but also a strong commitment to safety, quality, and client satisfaction, ensuring that Film-Ocean maintains the highest standards in delivering complex offshore projects. His focus on empowering and supporting the talented staff at Film-Ocean will be instrumental as the company pursues new opportunities in the subsea sector.

We are excited about the future under Merv’s guidance and invite you to join us in welcoming him to the Film-Ocean team as CEO. Together, with our dedicated staff, we look forward to delivering even greater success in the years ahead.

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