Lisburn-based engineering specialist CASC has secured contracts worth more than £10 million with the world’s largest companies in offshore renewable energy.
Founded in 2014, CASC provides project management and professional labour services for the renewables sector as well as metal fabrication to the engineering, construction and utilities sectors.
The new contracts will see the company provide a range of products and services on pre-assembly sites and manufacturing facilities in the UK, EU, US and Asia for turbine OEM Siemens Gamesa, and blade mould manufacturer Dencam Composites.
And to support its export-led growth, the company will establish new offices in Korea, Taiwan, and the east coast of America.
During a visit to CASC’s Lisburn operations (it also has a factory in Belfast), economy minister Conor Murphy described the contract win as “a significant milestone” which showcases the talent and expertise of companies in the north in competing at the highest level on the global stage.
He added: “CASC’s contributions to the renewable energy sector are not only advancing the global green economy but also fostering a more sustainable future for all. Additionally, they are creating high-quality job opportunities here at home.
“Its impressive growth, with multiple new global offices in the pipeline, further strengthens its international presence and positions the company as a key player in driving innovation and sustainability on a global scale.”
Karl Crockard, managing director of CASC, said: “We have worked hard to build our reputation and relationship with leading OEMs in the renewables industry and have been rewarded with a number of significant successes in recent years including this global framework agreement with Siemens Gamesa.
“Since setting up in 2014, we have taken our locally developed skills across the globe, and are in the process of cementing our position in those markets with permanent offices in Korea, Taiwan and east coast of America.
“This has positioned us well to expand our footprint further, including in Northern Ireland, where we anticipate significant growth in the coming years.
“Invest NI’s support to help us grow and diversify, build capacity and capability, and develop a presence and brand awareness overseas has been a vital component in our success.”
CASC is a founding member of the Invest NI-funded Northern Ireland Maritime & Offshore network, which brings together representatives from across industry, government and academia to drive growth in the maritime and offshore industry.
John McKibben, southern regional manager of Invest NI, said: “CASC is one of a number of local companies that are helping to position Northern Ireland as a leading player in the maritime and renewables sectors worldwide.
“The company has benefitted from a range of Invest NI support over the years that has helped it to scale ranging from specialist skills development and IT infrastructure deployment to programmes to help it to grow its exports.
“The contract with Siemens Gamesa is a direct result of attending an Invest NI sponsored trade mission and demonstrates the impact that such activity can have.”
