International oilfield service company Expro has been shortlisted in the prestigious Subsea UK Business Awards for 2008.

Expro has been selected in the organisation’s Subsea Company of the Year category. The honour represents a major milestone in Expro’s recently implemented Excellence in Operations programme.

The awards aim to recognise excellence and achievement across the rapidly expanding subsea sector and feature categories for individuals as well as small and large companies.

Expro has put in place a three-year programme of Excellence in Operations, focusing on safety, service quality and customer care, with the clear aim of being recognised as the industry leader in delivering operational excellence to its customers.

The outstanding work, achievement and innovation in the subsea sector will be celebrated at an awards dinner in February. The Subsea 08 Conference – A View to the Future – will be held on February 13th at the AECC and the Subsea 08 Exhibition will welcome visitors on February 14th, also at the AECC.

Subsea UK chief executive David Pridden said: "These awards are an opportunity for the subsea profession to recognise those high-flying organisations and individuals who have shown flair, creativity and vision in subsea.

"The sector is full of talented professionals with the ability and desire to take the industry into a new era, both in terms of technology and performance. We are delighted with the diverse range of companies and individuals on this year’s shortlist and look forward to announcing the winners."

Tags: Expro Group International