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Established over 30 years ago, Relay Engineering has grown into a leading specialist service provider operating across the marine, oil, and gas industries. As part of Denholm Energy Services since 2006, we deliver turnkey project solutions spanning electrical, mechanical, and structural engineering disciplines. Our expertise extends to new builds, repair, and maintenance projects, supported by a highly skilled team of over 300 personnel and state-of-the-art facilities in Plymouth, Portsmouth, Falmouth, and Portland. With overseas operations in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Kazakhstan, we mobilise flexible, multi-skilled teams to any location onshore, offshore, or at sea. Our CONDO-cleared staff enable deployment to military-controlled areas, while our commitment to training ensures compliance with industry standards.

We serve major defence contractors and diverse clients, maintaining workshops in key UK locations and a subsidiary in Kazakhstan. Our integration within Denholm Energy Services positions us to execute complex projects globally, leveraging a workforce of 4,000 across the group. We specialise in asset maintenance, fabrication, decommissioning, and precision engineering, adhering to rigorous safety and quality protocols. Our modern facilities include advanced metrology labs, fabrication workshops, and non-destructive testing capabilities, ensuring solutions meet exacting specifications. This heritage of technical excellence and global reach establishes us as a trusted partner for demanding engineering challenges.
Services
Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Metrology Calibration Thermal Insulation NDT Services Welding Fabrication
Details
  • Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
  • We have over 30 years' experience in marine and oil & gas engineering.
  • Our flexible workforce mobilises rapidly to any global location.
  • We hold Lloyds-certified welding procedures for quality assurance.
  • CONDO-cleared personnel enable access to military-controlled areas.
  • Integrated within Denholm Energy Services' international operations network.
Associations and certifications
  • Lloyds Register
Services
Electrical Engineering
We design and install complex electrical systems for vessels, platforms, and industrial sites. Our services include power distribution, control systems, and hazardous area installations. With global deployment capabilities, we deliver turnkey solutions from concept to completion.
Mechanical Engineering
Specialising in pipework, valve repair, and engine maintenance, we provide full lifecycle mechanical engineering services. Our expertise covers installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment across marine and industrial environments with rapid mobilisation capabilities.
NDT Services
We offer ultrasonic, magnetic particle, and radiography testing for flaw detection in critical components. Our certified engineers ensure structural integrity through comprehensive NDT methods for welds and mechanical systems.
Metrology Calibration
Our certified laboratories provide calibration of electrical, pressure, and temperature equipment. Mobile field services ensure accurate measurement verification for critical industrial processes and compliance requirements.
Welding Fabrication
We produce precision steel, aluminium, and stainless steel components using advanced cutting and welding techniques. Certified coded welders and CNC machinery ensure high-quality fabrication for marine and industrial applications.
Questions
What engineering sectors do you specialise in?
We focus on marine, oil & gas, and defence sectors with comprehensive electrical, mechanical, and structural engineering capabilities.
Can you provide international project support?
Yes, we operate globally with bases in UK, Middle East, Caspian, USA, and Kazakhstan, enabling rapid deployment worldwide.
Are your welding procedures certified?
All critical welding work follows Lloyds-certified procedures performed by qualified coded welders.
Do you offer emergency engineering services?
Our flexible workforce can mobilise immediately for urgent projects in any location, including offshore environments.
What calibration services are available?
We calibrate electrical, pressure, temperature, and gas detection equipment in both laboratory and field environments.