Challenge

South America is a key growth region for James Fisher, with evolving demand for technically complex, high-risk maritime operations. Customers required a stronger regional hub with faster mobilisation, increased local support and enhanced resilience across critical energy trade routes.

Solution

James Fisher opened a dedicated operational base in La Paloma and inaugurated it with an offshore STS transfer between two tankers. Specialist fenders, hoses and STS equipment were deployed, supported by an experienced transfer team aboard WP Halle and delivered in partnership with MEINA Offshore Services.

Customer impact 

• Safely transferred one million barrels of crude oil between two tankers, showcasing capability for customers in the region.​
• Demonstrated technical expertise and operational readiness in a challenging offshore environment.​
  
• Base enables faster mobilisation and increased regional support.​
  
• Strengthens safe, reliable movement of critical energy resources and supply-chain resilience.​
  
• Creates a platform to expand STS capability in South America and support future growth.​
  
• Reinforces James Fisher’s position in high-specification maritime services.​