Jifmar strengthens its global leadership in shallow-draft maritime operations.

Aix-en-Provence, France & Vlissingen, the Netherlands: Jifmar Group and Seacontractors announce today the finalization of the transfer of Seacontractors’ fleet of 15 workboats, following the agreement signed on 28 August 2025. As of 19 November 2025, the vessels and associated teams will officially join Jifmar, marking a significant step in the Group’s expansion across the Middle East and Indian Ocean regions.

The transaction includes a six-month transfer services agreement under which Seacontractors will continue to support fleet operations, ensuring continuity for clients and a seamless handover of ongoing projects. The team within the Dubai office and the seafaring crew assigned to the fleet will transfer to Jifmar and maintain their current commitments towards the future.

With this acquisition, Jifmar Group now operates a fleet of 84 vessels, including 26 units positioned in the Middle East and Indian Ocean, consolidating its status as the leading global operator of shallow-draft workboats. The expanded fleet strengthens Jifmar’s capacity to deliver turnkey maritime solutions to the energy- and coastal infrastructure industries.

Jifmar will also use its reinforced presence in the Middle East to expand its industrial solutions in the region.

This deeper local footprint will allow the Group to accelerate the rollout of its industrial services, provide stronger support to key clients, and further strengthen its long-term commitment to this rapidly growing market.

“ This closing marks a new chapter for Jifmar. By integrating this fleet and its experienced crews, we are scaling up our operational presence in key regions and reinforcing our ability to support clients with reliable, versatile and efficient assets. Our ambition is to continue setting the reference standard for workboat performance worldwide.”

• Jean-Michel Berud – CEO of Jifmar Group  

We are pleased to finalize this transition with Jifmar, their global expertise in shallow-draft operations ensures that our former fleet and crews will thrive under a group fully dedicated to this segment. This step accelerates the implementation of Seacontractors’ strategic repositioning in the offshore market, with the Sea Banckert and Sea Evertsen having recently been added to the fleet. ”

• Xander Schanssema – Owner of Seacontractors

“The combination of Jifmar’s global network and the proven track record of the Seacontractors workboats enhances the Group’s ability to support a wide spectrum of missions, from shallow-draft towing and coastal construction support to nearshore energy projects. This reinforced presence creates a platform for further growth across Eastern regions, where demand for versatile and robust workboat solutions is steadily increasing.