Industrial Partners

At Leask Marine we believe that our business success is built on the strength of our collaborative network of robust and effective industry partners. By establishing mutually valuable relationships with key service and material supply partners we achieve operational efficiencies and long-term cost savings for our clients, in the form of reduced issues with availability and high-quality supply.

We have developed strong partnerships both regional, nationally and internationally to provide a range of supply services no matter where we are operating. As we work closely with our partners they are fully attuned and understand our business and can adapt quickly to any of our client’s needs. We have all learned to be adaptable and flexible to market challenges together and by helping each other we find many mutually beneficial relationships, that provide a real symbiotic network of organisations.

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  • AREG logo

    Aberdeen Renewable Energy Group (AREG) plays a key role in developing a sustainable renewable energy sector in Scotland and the UK through supporting members and attracting investment.

    AREG achieve this by aligning opportunities with capabilities in the supply chain, supporting renewable energy businesses such as Leask Marine Ltd, facilitating the transfer of technology, skills and expertise, promoting AREG members nationally and internationally, and enabling, supporting and promoting local renewable projects

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  • 4.Aquatera (1)

    Aquatera is based in the Orkney Islands, Scotland and delivers innovative environmental and energy services, products and ventures. The company has worldwide experience, with a strong focus upon islands and appropriate island solutions, informed by its own island heritage.  The company is a world leader in the tide and wave energy sectors, has a strong record in offshore/onshore wind and growing capacity in floating solar.  Aquatera also works on integrated energy systems and has world class credentials in the oil and gas sector.  The company delivers support throughout project and technology lifecycles, for strategic planning and community development roles.

    Aquatera team

    Main differentiator or unique selling principles:

    Thinking locally and operating globally Aquatera uses its experience and expertise to help overcome some of the major environmental and energy challenges of our time. The company provides expert services, innovative products, participates in pioneering research and ground breaking ventures. These activities help make people, communities, businesses, projects, regions, countries and the wider world better and more sustainable.

    We are committed to decarbonising energy generation and facilitating energy security. This commitment is manifested by our involvement in innovative hydrogen storage projects, our support for emerging technologies like wave and tidal power and through projects in countries as diverse and Chile, Japan and Kazakhstan, all tackling issues of energy security and the development of 21st century energy infrastructure.

    We develop enduring relationships with our clients, often supporting them over many years.

    We deliver support locally in Scotland, across the UK and worldwide. Our island base gives us a unique perspective on local and community issues, which has proven invaluable wherever we work. 

    We have built long-term relationships with expert delivery partners with whom we collaborate on individual projects to enhance our capacity and offer additional technical expertise to clients. This flexible delivery model means we can bring together teams with specialist knowledge and skills at short notice to respond to individual clients’ needs.

    Our people are more than just a workforce – we recognise that each individual brings their own unique insights and life experiences, which strengthen and deepen their professional skills. Many of our staff are widely travelled and involved in outdoor activities, in community development and cultural heritage projects. They bring these skills and knowledge into the workplace for the benefit of our clients, so we offer a holistic and solution-oriented approach which addresses issues from a broad perspective.

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    We are agents in delivering sustainable development. Whether we are helping developers to assess environmental impacts, to plan for and manage them; advising on cable, pipeline or shipping routes; or assisting communities to achieve energy security or to conserve their heritage, we deploy our skills and expertise to further our clients’ interests and the wider sustainable development goal.

    Partner / supplier since:

    2004

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    Founded in 1842, Mackinnons has always been associated with maritime and shipping related matters. The firm acts for a varied and prestigious client base, including most of the leading P&I clubs, major port authorities, workboat owners, fishing vessel owners,  offshore drilling contractors, Fish Producer Organisations and a number of local, UK and international shipping companies.  The firm is top-ranked for Shipping law by Chambers UK, with two solicitors ranked Band 1 in this category and another noted as a recognised practitioner.

    In recent years, the firm has been involved in major shipping vessel sale and purchase transactions, shipbuilding and repair contracts, high-profile offshore and shipboard accident claims and marine casualties, the drafting and promotion of Harbour Revision Orders and in international oil pollution incidents. The firm routinely deals with personal injury claims and Admiralty actions such as ship arrest, collisions, salvage and cargo claims and advises on technical and complex matters such as immigration issues, territorial jurisdiction, the rights of seafarers and whistle-blowing issues within the safety critical environment of offshore work.  Commercial property services are also provided to a wide variety of clients including port and harbour authorities.

    Main differentiator or unique selling principles:

    Drawing on over 175 years of industry experience, Mackinnons believes in developing strong personal relationships and providing ready access to their legal team in order to gain a true understanding of individual circumstances. 

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    Legal Advice

    Partner / supplier since:

    2010

    Contact information:


  • orcades-marine-logo

    Orcades Marine offer a range of services including, Marine Project Management, Specialist Marine Risk Management, Innovative and Practical Consultancy Advice, Third Party Verification and Marine Warranty Survey, Independent Auditing and Assessment to the Shipping and Port Industry, the Marine Renewable Energy Sector, and the Offshore Oil and Gas Industry.

    Main differentiator or unique selling principles:

    Orcades Marine‘s ethos is instilled in all our marine consultants in the UK. It is safety led. We apply decades of experience with new innovation and new ideas to meticulous planning.

    We give robust risk management, reliability in delivery, transparency in action and endeavour to build trust and confidence with our Clients.

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    Health and safety advisors, vessel inspections, workplace inspections, internal auditing, marine consultancy, third party verification, company representative, mooring analysis.

    Partner / supplier since:

    2011

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  • his-logo

    1985

    The year in which we opened our first store in the Highland Capital, Inverness, which now acts as our headquarters. Since then we have grown to become Scotland's largest independent retailer in our field and now operate from seven locations.

    Evolution

    In thirty years we have evolved into a supplier of many wonderful things. We supply both trade and retail customers alike; from hundreds of thousands of pounds worth of heavy industry equipment and consumables to the oil and gas sector worldwide, to a simple wine glass for you to relax with at home at the end of a hard day. We are an approved dealer of many of the well-known brands of power tools of which we are one of the country's largest independent distributors, our breadth of knowledge in this area is unsurpassed and we are more than happy to help if you are unsure of what power tool best suits your needs. We also supply to the catering and hotel trades throughout the U.K, so if you are looking for the very best brands in kitchen and cookware then you have come to the right place. We are delighted to offer you great value and service in the following areas:

    • Agriculture & Fencing
    • Automotive & Trailers
    • Building Supplies
    • Cleaning & Catering
    • Clothing & Footwear
    • Equine Fishing & Fieldsports
    • Hand Tools
    • Ironmongery
    • Kitchenware
    • Outdoor & Gardening
    • Power Tools
    • Welding & Engineering

    A family run business

    Today, we are still run by the same family who got it all underway back then in 1984. We do not have any shareholders which allows us to remain true to our core values of putting the customer first and offering good honest value for money products with an aftersales service second to none. We are delighted to be able to extend our service and value to you through our website and invite you to Contact us with any queries you may have.

    Main differentiator or unique selling principles:

    Highland Industrial Supplies is Scotland's largest family owned Industrial Goods & Consumables supplier with an annual turn over of £40.8M. We currently employ 238 staff members in which are all highly experienced and knowledgeable individuals with great customer service skills. HIS has over 90,000 lines of stock from many different accredited suppliers so we are able to offer competitive prices on top line goods which caters to business & personal needs.

    With depots in Inverness, Fort William, Elgin, Orkney, Perth, Glasgow & Dundee we can offer a delivery service with our own fleet to anywhere in Scotland and border England. Included in our fleet is Volkswagen Transporters through to 15 tonne HI-AB flat bed's.

    We have departments in Building Supplies, PPE/Work/Leisurewear, Power/Hand Tools, Ironmongery, Welding, Hygiene Supplies, Homeliving, Fencing Supplies, Agricultural Equipment, Feed/Country Good and many more.

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    Supply and Delivery of Industrial Goods & Consumables

    Partner / supplier since:

    2002

    Contact information:


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    Since 1969 we have provided our clients with an award-winning service based on confidence and trust.

    Our UKAS accreditation is a key part of the confidence we can guarantee our clients. Our accredited certificates all come with the coveted ‘Crown & Tick’ mark, underlining the security that only comes from Government-backed certification.

    All of our clients can be confident that our accredited certificates will be recognised everywhere and are backed-up by our industry-leading money-back guarantee. This means that you can be confident that an accredited certificate from us will meet all future supply chain ISO requirements home and abroad…. or your money back.

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001

    Partner / supplier since:

    2017

    Contact information:


  • jelf-clark-thomson-logo

    Jelf Clark Thomson

    In 2018, Clark Thomson joined the Jelf family to form Jelf Clark Thomson. We became both Scotland’s and the UK’s leading community broker and client advisory business, with a deep understanding of commercial clients’ needs and their business sectors.

    Together we are creating a combined business; built on decades of experience with a shared commitment to excellent service.

    Main differentiator or unique selling principles:

    • Claims are handled from your local office
    • We have in-house expertise to make sure the best solution is found for your business needs
    • We have a large and varied product range

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    Provision of General Insurance Products & Service.

    Partner / supplier since:

    2015

    Contact information:


  • pcblogo

    An enthusiastic hands on Independent Welding Engineer, client quality site representative and consultant who is self motivated, keen to learn and works well as part of a multi professional team at all levels from shop floor to senior management, and as an individual in day to day and difficult situations. With a time served welding background in the Power Generation industry followed by several years experience in the UK Nuclear, Aerospace and Offshore sectors and a gradual promotion into Quality Control, Quality Management systems, Inspection, Welding Inspection, Non-Destructive Testing and Welding Engineering specialising in the welding of basic and exotic materials. Who since 2002, with the formation of PCB Inspection Services Ltd, has specialised in working with various clients and manufacturers, and local businesses predominately, but not limited to, within the offshore oil and gas sector, provide support in all aspects of welding, NDT, inspection, training and overall quality system activities for various major projects and 1 off assemblies.

    Main differentiator or unique selling principles:

    Independent Welding Engineer, Quality Surveillance site representative & Consultant.

    Role:              

    As an independent Welding Engineer and Client site representative to assist various clients and manufacturers in all aspects of welding and associated welding quality, manufacturing activities mainly within the fabrication, renewable, offshore oil and gas supply chain manufacturing industry, and associated hardware sectors. This includes, but is not limited to the following;

    • To represent clients in all aspects of welding activities during early project stages, through to fabrication, manufacturing, termination, FAT, EFAT load out and manufacturing record book reviews.
    • Attending of meetings both on and offsite in all aspects relating to project activities.
    • Applicable Document review, revision and approval as required.
    • Generating reports to clients as required by the project.
    • To provide solutions in relation to welding and materials of subsea control systems as applicable.
    • To provide specialist knowledge and expertise to organization including preparing and reviewing welding and materials procedures and specifications, in connection to marine structures such as, manifolds, couplings, jumpers and subsea umbilical systems.
    • To provide technical support for tenders and other procurement activities, by preparing and/or reviewing specifications and reports.
    • To generate, run and supervise the qualification of project specific welding procedures in accordance with client specifications, ie; BS EN, AWS, ASME, ASTM, GS PVV 614, GS EP STR 301,Norsok, B31.3, PED, EEMUA158, PD5500, DEFSTAN etc.
    • To ensure that technical compliance to specification documents is maintained in the work conducted.
    • Interface with different project team members including, clients, quality departments and subcontractors / vendors
    • Provide input to project cost estimates for pipe, forgings, anodes, coatings and other materials components.
    • Mentor and supervise less experienced engineers & welders where appropriate / applicable.
    • Provide technical support to the client, for subcontracted fabrication activities.
    • Liaise with clients, inspection verification bodies, test houses and technical authorities, as required.
    • Act as Welding Responsible Welding co-ordinator in line with EN ISO 14731 and EN ISO 3834-2 (Technical interview assessment by TWI 2015/16/17/18) & 3 Section 7.3 and 5 Table 10.0 and CE1090 (execution class II & III) as required by clients.

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    Welding Engineering, Quality & RWC services

    Partner / supplier since:

    2015

    Contact information:


  • oic-logo

    Harbour Authority responsible for the 29 piers and harbours within the ports estate. A local Authority port governed by orkney Islands Council

    Main differentiator or unique selling principles:

    Harbour Authority

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    10 years

    Contact information:


  • heddlelogo

    Heddle Construction Ltd has an unrivalled reputation for successfully delivering complex and challenging renewable energy projects.

    Our company is unequalled in the range of services on offer, from general and heavy crane hire, heavy haulage and storage facilities, to large civil engineering projects and project management. With over 40 years experience of working in Orkney, Heddle Construction Ltd fully understands the unique challenges created by the island environment.

    We have assisted the majority of marine renewables developers undertaking device testing at the European Marine Energy Centre’s facilities in Orkney, giving us unparalleled knowledge of the services required by the industry. Crucially, we appreciate that marine developers require a high level of professional onshore support and are well qualified to provide this backup.

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    Crane hire
    Haulage

    Partner / supplier since:

    1998

    Contact information:


  • HE-logo

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    Engine repairs and maintenance, fabrication.

    Partner / supplier since:

    04/2003

    Contact information:


  • scapatravel

    Our expert team at Scapa Travel has many years of experience making local travel arrangements and we offer a personalised business travel service to a wide range of companies in Orkney and further afield.

    We will endeavour to find the most time and cost-effective travel options to best suit your needs.

    And when your plans change, we will be on hand to reschedule flights, hotels, ferries and car hire – we are just a phone call or email away.

    Main differentiator or unique selling principles:

    Vast knowledge of sometimes unique, local travel requirements

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    Corporate Business Travel Service, including booking all major scheduled airlines and low-cost airlines.
    Monthly CO2 Client reports on all travel

    Partner / supplier since:

    2014

    Contact information:


  • carbonfootprint

    A leading Environmental Consultancy recogonised for providing carbon footprinting, carbon offsetting and consultancy to support our client’s sustainability / CSR objectives and compliance requirements.

    Main differentiator or unique selling principles:

    • Small team with a personal approach to carbon & sustainability management.
    • Commitment to the environment demonstrated through our own carbon neutrality and investment in renewable energy projects across the country.
    • Support of local schools across the UK with our unique tree planting programme.

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    Sustrax – Carbon Reporting Tool

    Partner / supplier since:

    January 2017

    Contact information:


  • seagearssupplieslogo

    Sea Gear Supplies started in 1996 and is run by Colin, with assistance from Lisa, John, Kirsty, Christine and Jocky. We are based in the Orkney Isles and provide a personalised service whilst keeping prices down. Sea Gear recently became a Limited company. We supply the local fishing, agricultural, marine renewables and construction industries, and the owners of recreational craft. Sea Gear Supplies has built up a vast range of products from an extensive network of suppliers.

    Main differentiator or unique selling principles:

    Extended/flexible operating hours.  Extensive supplier base and product range.

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    Supply of marine hardware, workwear, marine safety equipment, cleaning products, paint, oil, rope, marine electronics, tested lifting gear, anodes etc.

    Partner / supplier since:

    2005

    Contact information:


  • streamlinelogo

    Streamline is one of Scotland’s leading, privately owned freight and logistics operators. The company was established in 1981 to offer liner services between the west coast of Norway and Aberdeen as the oil sector around the northern North Sea expanded rapidly. Today company founder Stuart Roberts remains an active Chairman with sons Alex and James Roberts playing a lead role in operations and  wife Katharine serving as a non-executive director.

    Main differentiator or unique selling principles:

    While sea freight to the North of Scotland and the Orkney and Shetland islands is at the core of our service, the Group’s haulage, transport, shipping and logistics work stretches across the globe through our partnering networks and specialist UK and International freight forwarding teams.

    Streamline provides integrated lifting, shipping, haulage, distribution, storage, import / export, forwarding, stevedoring, agency and chartering services. We consider ourselves to be specialist in more complex or ‘difficult' jobs and have a wealth of experience in the handling and moving of project cargoes.

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    Haulage, transport, shipping and logistics.

    Partner / supplier since:

    Streamline have been supplying services to Leask Marine for over 10 years.

    Contact information:


  • emeclogo-ind

    The European Marine Energy Centre is the first and only centre of its kind in the world to provide developers of both wave and tidal energy converters – technologies that generate electricity by harnessing the power of waves and tidal streams – with purpose-built, accredited open-sea testing facilities.

    Beyond technology testing and verification, EMEC provides a wide range of consultancy and research services. EMEC is at the forefront in the development of international standards for marine energy, and is forging alliances with other countries, exporting its knowledge around the world to stimulate the development of a global marine renewables industry.

    Fitting EMEC purpose built cable ends (Credit Mike Brookes-Roper, courtesy of EMEC

    Fitting EMEC purpose built cable ends (Credit Mike Brookes-Roper, courtesy of EMEC)

    Main differentiator or unique selling principles:

    EMECOrkney is an ideal base for EMEC with its excellent oceanic wave regime, strong tidal currents, grid connection, sheltered harbour facilities and the renewable, maritime and environmental expertise that exists within the local community.

    With 14 grid-connected test berths, there have been more marine energy converters deployed at EMEC than at any other single site in the world, with developers attracted from around the globe to prove what is achievable in some of the harshest marine environments.

    EMEC also operate two scale test sites where smaller scale devices, or those at an earlier stage in their development, can gain real sea experience in less challenging conditions than those experienced at the grid-connected wave and tidal test sites.

    EMEC operates to relevant test laboratory standards (ISO17025) enabling the Centre to provide independently-verified performance assessments, and is accredited to ISO/IEC 17020 offering independent technology verification on marine energy converters and their sub-systems.

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    EMEC work very closely with the local renewables supply chain in Orkney and this includes Leask Marine. For over 10 years EMEC have worked on a wide range of projects with Leask Marine, including the installation of devices, survey and cable operations and device mooring installation.

    Partner / supplier since:

    2005

    Contact information:


  • kdm-fluid-power

    Established in 2015 KDM Fluid Power is a hydraulic service and supply company dedicated to providing a high standard of service and quality to a broad cross section of industries. Our workshop situated in Aberdeenshire places us directly in the heart of the oil and gas industry and also within reach of agricultural, renewable and aquaculture industries.

    With the dedication to quality comes partnerships such as Hypro filtration – offering high standards of fluid cleaning technology.

    With over 40 years combined experience in the hydraulics industry you can be confident that when you call in KDM our team will ‘make it happen'. Taking utmost pride in our safety, service and workmanship to ensure the customer’s needs are fulfilled. We fully appreciate the impact equipment downtime can have on a company, and therefore, how critical equipment reliability is.

    Our team of technicians have a strong background in the hydraulic service industry and with oil and gas service providers. They are experienced in a vast array of systems found both onshore and offshore. Covering fault diagnosis, repair, service, installation and commissioning.

    Main differentiator or unique selling principles:

    FPAL verified, ISO 9001 certified.

    Customers have direct contact to the directors to allow quick decisions.

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    Onsite service, hire of hydraulic equipment and component supply.

    Partner / supplier since:

    2016

    Contact information:


  • oreflogo

    Since 2000, the Orkney Renewable Energy Forum (OREF) has been an integral part of the development of a diverse and successful renewable energy industry in Orkney.  As a membership organisation, OREF is open to businesses and individuals with an involvement or interest in Orkney’s renewable energy sector.

    Main differentiator or unique selling principles:

    OREF aims to address strategic issues affecting Orkney’s renewables sector through focused collaboration with members, the local community, key stakeholders, and Orkney’s world-leading academic and research organisations.

    Contact information:


  • rmcomputinglogo

    RM Computing have been providing IT support services to Orkney for over 30 years. Our team consists of qualified professionals who are able to deliver no-nonsense IT support to your business.

    Main differentiator or unique selling principles:

    At RM Computing we approach IT Support with the customers interests always at hand. We appreciate that everyone’s business is different, and that we need to understand your business and approach before we can effectively offer guidance on IT. We aim not to use jargon when communicating with customers and enjoy face to face meetings so that we can get to know you better and likewise you can get to know us.

    Using our back office systems we are able to effectively manage your IT support requests day to day whether we are on site with you or providing remote support from our office.

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    IT Support and Consultancy Services

    Partner / supplier since:

    October 2014

    Contact information:


  • OD-logo-200x200

    Based in Orkney, Scotland since 2002, we offer bespoke website design and development that looks great and works for your business, complying with the latest industry standards.

    We provide a range of other services such as makeovers of existing websites, website updates and maintenance, website content, structure and code reviews, search engine optimisation, social media setup and much more.

    Services supplied to Leask Marine:

    Orcadia Design Ltd. has been Leask Marine's digital design and development partner for 10 years providing the company with the latest responsive designs for their website as well as taking care of news and social media updates.

    Partner / supplier since:

    2008

    Contact information: