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Testing UK
IKM Testing is serving new markets, primarily wind power, by applying its existing expertise of the onshore and offshore environments. While IKM Testing is still a relatively new name in this space, the business has already developed solutions for decommissioning, hydrogen, and carbon capture and storage( CCS) projects.“ It’ s an interesting time for the company as we continue to expand in the renewables markets,” Barry says.“ By strengthening our decommissioning services, offering Methane Emissions Quantification( MEQ), and positioning ourselves as a strong player in renewables, we’ re shifting the company into one poised for future growth.”
Developing leaders
Committed to its people, IKM Testing not only provides fully accredited ECITB and IWCF courses, but the business also created a digital learning and development team to provide training opportunities that help employees to learn and retain new skills. Offering bespoke technical training, engaging online courses, immersive learning using VR technology, and blended learning schemes, IKM Testing’ s digital learning team specializes in oil and gas, renewables, and defense, but can also be applied to any sector where safety and competence are essential.
“ We’ re passionate about our people, and we concentrate on not only qualifications, but the nature of a person and what they are capable of,” Barry explains.“ Around five years ago, I promoted an employee to workshop manager at the age of 25, and it’ s safe to say that my decision raised a few eyebrows. However, he has completely transformed the workshop by implementing lean practices and encouraging increased employee engagement. These efforts saw IKM named as a best practice business by Scottish Enterprise. energy-oil-gas. com 111