Ocean Installer and McDermott International struck an alliance to pursue and execute North Sea rigid pipelay projects. The new partnership paves the way for a more permanent relationship. Along with Ocean Installer’s expertise and North Sea organization, McDermott brings resources such as its DP2 lay vessel North Ocean 105 (pictured) and new-build deepwater S-lay vessel DLV 2000, which will be available in 2015 and features a 2000te crane.