Hydro Group Partners with MacTaggart Scott in Australia

Aberdeen-headquartered Hydro Group has announced partnership agreement with MacTaggart Scott Australia.

The partnership is focused on consolidating Hydro Group’s current work on the Royal Australian Navy Collins class submarines and to extend its services to aid the Australian capability for future submarine and future frigate. In addition, the company will offer its marine cabling systems.

Graham Wilkie, head of global development at Hydro Group said: “Entering into this new agreement allows us to improve our network across Australia. This partnership will enable us to further improve our existing customer service and provide local support and manufacturing capability.

“The opportunity to work with MacTaggart Scott will allow us to develop our hands-on design and engineering approach, to support our continued global growth.”

As part of the company’s international expansion strategy, Chris Westren has been appointed as Hydro Group business development manager. Based in Adelaide, Chris will provide on the ground support for Hydro Group’s customers, whilst being responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities.

Peter Richings, MacTaggart Scott Australia general manager said: “We take pride in supporting innovative and forward thinking companies, and we are pleased to support Hydro Group’s operations throughout Australia.”