McDermott Opens World-Class Welding and Technology Center in Dubai

McDermott has inaugurated a state-of-the-art Welding and Technology Center of Excellence dedicated to research, development, and qualification. This industry-leading facility, located at the Oilfields Supply Center in Dubai's Jebel Ali Freezone, spans over 4,100 square meters of office and workshop space and has the capacity to accommodate 250 personnel.

The new center will enhance McDermott’s global pipeline development and qualification capabilities, serving as a purpose-built, centralized hub for customer and project-driven activities.

“This facility establishes our Pipeline Production Group and reinforces our position as a leader in subsea pipeline fabrication and installation,” said Mike Sutherland, McDermott’s Senior Vice President, Offshore Middle East. “By consolidating our expertise, we can accelerate the advancement of world-class pipeline fabrication and qualification technologies. Additionally, it enables us to better support our projects and customers worldwide by improving efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring consistent performance.”

The center will offer a comprehensive range of services, including welding, pipeline coating, non-destructive testing, equipment management, production simulation, and targeted research and development. It will also provide cutting-edge technical solutions for McDermott’s global pipeline projects through vessel simulation capabilities. These include a complete S-Lay lineup and firing line simulation area, as well as a J-Lay rotating table for vertical pipelay. This advanced technology allows for remote intervention of McDermott’s pipelay vessel fleet and can also simulate real-world conditions for training purposes, enhancing safety and operational efficiency.