THE COMPANY
INTRODUCTION
Helms Geomarine Sdn Bhd (HELMS) is a 100% Malaysian Bumiputera company specializing in the offshore soil investigation and marine site survey services with proven track records working in both Oil & Gas and Offshore Windfarm sectors across South East Asia, the Far East, Australia, the Middle East and the Caspian Sea.
THE COMPANY
FROM THE MANAGING DIRECTOR'S DESK
“Over the past 15 years, HELMS has grown from a specialized offshore geotechnical contractor into a trusted offshore site investigation company supporting projects across Southeast Asia, East Asia, the Middle East, Australia and the Caspian Sea region. Our experience spans the oil & gas, renewable energy and emerging carbon capture and storage (CCS) sectors.
While offshore geotechnical investigation remains at the core of our business, we have steadily expanded our capabilities to provide a comprehensive range of offshore site investigation services, including geophysical and positioning surveys. Supported by our specialized vessels, experienced personnel and strategic partners, we are able to deliver integrated solutions throughout the offshore development lifecycle.
As the energy industry continues to evolve, HELMS remains committed to strengthening our technical capabilities, investing in our people and expanding our regional footprint. Our objective is straightforward – to deliver safe, reliable and high-quality services that help our clients make informed decisions and execute their projects successfully.
Our growth has been built on adaptability, technical competence and an commitment to safety, operational excellence and service quality. These values have served us well over the years and will continue to guide HELMS as we pursue new opportunities in Malaysia and internationally.”
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SERVICES
Helms Geomarine Sdn Bhd (HELMS) is a Malaysian offshore solutions provider specializing in integrated geotechnical and geophysical survey services for the oil & gas, renewable energy, and marine infrastructure sectors. With extensive regional and international experience, HELMS supports offshore exploration, development, and installation projects by delivering reliable seabed and subsurface data essential for engineering design, risk assessment, and safe operational planning. HELMS has established a strong reputation for providing fit-for-purpose solutions across Southeast Asia, the Far East, the Middle East, and beyond.
The company owns and operates a range of specialized offshore assets, including geotechnical survey vessels, drilling rigs, seabed Cone Penetration Testing (CPT) systems, vibrocorers, piston corers, and geophysical survey spreads. These capabilities enable HELMS to perform offshore soil investigations, jack-up rig emplacement studies, geohazard assessments, pipeline and cable route surveys, as well as seabed sampling and testing in both shallow and deepwater environments. By integrating geotechnical and geophysical services under one roof, HELMS provides clients with efficient, streamlined, and cost-effective offshore survey solutions.
Complementing its offshore operations, HELMS operates its own ISO/IEC 17025-accredited onshore soil laboratory, ensuring high-quality testing, analysis, and reporting of geotechnical samples in compliance with international standards. This in-house laboratory capability strengthens HELMS’ end-to-end service offering by allowing faster turnaround times, better quality control, and enhanced technical assurance throughout the project lifecycle. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and technical excellence, HELMS continues to support the growing demands of the offshore energy industry as a trusted regional partner.
PROJECTS
Helms Geomarine Sdn Bhd (HELMS) was initially established with the intention of pursuing offshore windfarm (OWF) geotechnical investigation projects, particularly in the rapidly growing renewable energy market in Taiwan. Recognizing the increasing demand for reliable offshore site investigation solutions to support windfarm developments, HELMS positioned itself early by offering specialized seabed testing services through its Seabed Cone Penetration Testing (CPT) and Vibrocore systems. These capabilities enabled HELMS to provide critical geotechnical data for preliminary site assessments, cable route investigations and foundation design studies for offshore renewable energy projects.
As the offshore wind industry evolved, project requirements became more stringent, with many clients mandating the use of Dynamic Positioning Class 2 (DP2) vessels to ensure higher operational safety, positioning accuracy and efficiency, especially in deeper waters and challenging offshore environments. In parallel, HELMS secured a long-term offshore soil boring contract with PETRONAS Carigali Sdn Bhd, utilizing a DP2 vessel platform. This milestone significantly strengthened HELMS’ operational capability and strategic positioning, allowing the company to serve both the offshore renewable energy sector as well as the conventional oil and gas industry with enhanced drilling, sampling and in-situ testing capabilities. With the integration of DP2 vessel operations, HELMS is now able to deliver a full suite of offshore geotechnical investigation services ranging from shallow seabed testing to deepwater soil boring and downhole CPT.
HELMS today leverages an extensive international track record in offshore geotechnical and marine site survey projects across Asia and beyond. Many of these projects were successfully executed under the supervision, technical expertise and leadership of the same management team that now forms the backbone of HELMS. This continuity of experience and leadership provides clients with confidence that HELMS’ capabilities are built upon decades of proven offshore delivery, strong technical governance and deep industry knowledge. The company’s most recent regional and international projects are as follows:
