Unveiling the Keyfield Itqan, Strengthening HELMS’ Regional Offshore Geotechnical Expansion

Pasir Gudang, 26 May 2026 – HELMS Geomarine Sdn Bhd (HELMS) has successfully mobilised the DP2 offshore geotechnical survey vessel, the Keyfield Itqan, further strengthening HELMS’ growing offshore geotechnical survey capability across Southeast Asia.

The Malaysian-flagged 75m x 20m vessel is equipped with a moonpool, 4-point mooring system, four positioning reference systems and HELMS’ latest HG-50 offshore geotechnical drilling rig, rated to 80-tons, capable of handling up to 1,200 meters of API drill pipes.

The addition of Keyfield Itqan significantly enhances HELMS’ capability to execute both DP2 and 4-point mooring geotechnical operations in both shallow water and deepwater offshore developments, providing greater operational flexibility for increasingly complex offshore projects throughout the region.

Operated entirely by a 100% Malaysian marine and geotechnical crew, Keyfield Itqan reflects HELMS’ continued commitment towards strengthening local offshore technical capability and supporting Malaysia’s participation in higher-value offshore energy services.

Keyfield Itqan will operate alongside Keyfield HELMS 1 in supporting the growing offshore decommissioning activities in Sarawak, including soil investigation works for jack-up rig entry in support of plug and abandonment (P&A) campaigns for PETRONAS Carigali Sdn Bhd (PCSB). Following completion of these works, the vessel is expected to support various local and regional clients across both shallow water and deepwater offshore projects.

Managing Director, Dato’ Ir. Helmi Zulkawi said “As offshore developments move into deeper and increasingly complex environments, clients require contractors with proven capability, operational readiness and reliable execution capacity. Keyfield Itqan strengthens our ability to support concurrent offshore campaigns while maintaining operational flexibility and service continuity across the region.”

The continued expansion of HELMS’ offshore fleet further reinforces HELMS’ growing presence within the regional offshore geotechnical and marine site survey market as the company positions itself for long-term growth and future capital market aspirations.