WSG Energy Services Expands Operations in North America by Acquiring Servco Industrial Contractors (SIC)
September 14, 2023
WSG Energy Services has expanded operations in North America by acquiring Servco Industrial Contractors (SIC).
British Columbia-based SIC, part of the ServcoCanada group, specializes in mechanical, electrical, demolition and general industrial services and is active in multiple industrial sectors.
More than 260 Kitimat-based staff will join the WSG family when SIC is renamed WSG Energy Services Canada, including founder John Gordon, who is taking on the role of President – Canada.
The transaction solidifies WSG’s ambitions to establish a robust infrastructure in North America and to leverage opportunities across Canada while also playing a role in the emerging LNG and clean energy (hydrogen) sector.
WSG CEO Andrew Burrell said: “This acquisition speaks to our serious intent and ongoing commitment to growing the WSG Energy Services brand in North America, and we are looking forward to combining our extensive mechanical and specialist pre-commissioning expertise with SIC’s well-established reputation for providing first class services to multiple industrial sectors across Canada.”
John Gordon added: “Our global vision is to establish large operating centres in Canada, Australasia, Europe and the Middle East, and this significant investment will underpin that strategy. This deal also provides a springboard for exploring the many opportunities coming down the line in Canada’s nascent LNG exporting industry, and we believe our core oil, gas and refining specialisms can add value to operators and contractors in that space.”
Brad Mason Principal / Founding Partner ServcoCanada said: “The combination of WSG’s specialist services and international pedigree and Servco Industrial Contractor’s Canadian presence, First Nation partnerships, and skilled work force will bring added value for existing clients and new clients as the company continues to grow and develop.”
The SIC team has a wide range of technical expertise and a well regarded safety culture. Combining a strong Canadian presence with WSG’s innovative emission reduction and integrity services, enhanced maintenance/shutdown services, new build project ‘right first time’ approach, along with a wide ranges of integrated technical services will lead to a best in class service.
