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Magma Global

Manufacturer of subsea equipment

Company overview

With UK, US, Angola, Saudi Arabia and Malaysia offices, Magma makes tools and equipment for subsea exploration and production.

Through a fully robotic manufacturing process, Magma manufactures m-pipe®, a high strength and low weight carbon and polymer pipe that provides superior performance in deep water and harsh offshore conditions.

Website
magmaglobal.com

Company information

Head office
  • Portsmouth
CEO
  • Martin Jones
Chair
  • Jim Buckee
BGF office
BGF team
Investment date
  • Dec 2012
Total BGF investment
  • £11.8 million

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