Bureau Veritas continues to build capabilities in the energy and renewables sector through the acquisition of Versatec Energy B.V.

Bureau Veritas has announced the acquisition of Versatec Energy B.V., an independent technical advisory firm specializing in the offshore and onshore energy sectors. This acquisition aligns with the LEAP | 28 strategy, aiming to establish a strong presence in the rapidly growing renewables market. It highlights the Group’s commitment to the energy transition and strengthens its role as a key player in developing a sustainable and secure energy sector.

Bureau Veritas is accelerating the energy transition by offering end-to-end solutions to help clients in the energy sector address both current and future challenges related to the development and operation of renewable and low-carbon assets. The acquisition of Versatec Energy B.V. is a strategic step to strengthen Bureau Veritas' role as a key partner in ensuring technical compliance and mitigating industrial risks within the energy sector. This move enhances Bureau Veritas' capabilities in critical areas such as oil & gas, nuclear, renewables (particularly offshore wind), and low-carbon energy solutions like hydrogen and carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS).

Versatec Energy B.V. is a technical consultancy specializing in the offshore energy industry, with over 40 years of expertise in five key areas: health, safety & environment; operational excellence; quality & technical compliance; technical documentation & training; and digital solutions. The company's experts have developed valuable methodologies for Commissioning & Start-up, Asset Due Diligence, Operational Assurance & Readiness, and Project Management. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Versatec Energy B.V. employs 35 skilled professionals and generated €4.2 million in revenue in 2023. Since its founding, the company has supported over 1,500 global projects across Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa.

Hinda Gharbi, Chief Executive Officer of Bureau Veritas, comments: 

"The acquisition of Versatec Energy B.V. expands our capabilities in the renewables and energy sectors with a proven track record in asset due diligence, commissioning, start-up and project management, and a special focus on the offshore energy industry. Their expertise will help build our new stronghold in the sector. I warmly welcome all new colleagues from Versatec Energy to our company.” 

Klaas-Otto Ykema, CEO of Versatec Energy, adds: 

“Having spent two decades in and around Offshore Energy, I have always admired Bureau Veritas’ diverse skills across testing, inspection and certification. Joining forces will allow to further expand a business with scale, ambition and a global client book thanks to our unique skills and talents developed over the last 40 years across all parts of the energy sector”.