NEWS & EVENTS
BSI GROUP ACQUIRES
OYS RIGGING
16 DECEMBER 2020
BSI Group acquires OYS Rigging, and with immediate effect and takes ownership of the OYS Rigging brand, and all associated assets.
“We are delighted to be owners of OYS, with a UK facility and working together with the knowledgeable manufacturing team” comments Morten Madsen, Managing Director of BSI A/S. “This purchase will see the BSI Group become the largest supplier of rod rigging and we look forward to providing a truly exceptional global product.”
Not included in the acquisition are OYS Thrusters and OYS Hydraulics. With immediate effect, these products will continue to be provided by Ocean Marine Systems – OMS. Until today Ocean Marine Systems has been under the same ownership as OYS explains Mark Barwell former Sales Director at OYS and current Sales Director at OMS.
“This recent development sees the brands dividing and creating their own paths,” comments Barwell. “This is an exciting time for all involved.”
The new management of OYS and the management of Ocean Marine Systems look to provide clarity for customers.
OYS Rigging
OYS Rigging will remain with a headquarters in the UK and for the foreseeable future in the OYS factory in Ocean House, Christchurch, UK. A new South Coast premises is to be announced early in 2021. Customers looking for information on their OYS Rigging, service updates or anything currently in build can do so via mail@oys.co.uk or on the main number +44 1202 596600.
OYS Thrusters and Hydraulics
OYS Thrusters and OYS Hydraulic products are now available to purchase through Ocean Marine Systems. New orders and enquiries can be discussed at mail@oceanmarinesystems.co.uk or via +44 1202 596630.
“We wish BSI all the best with the OYS Rigging range,” comments Barwell. “Our team are on hand to support the transition here in the UK. We look forward to focusing our attention on the Ocean Marine Systems range of products.”
OYS
OYS are world leaders in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of state-of-the-art rod rigging solutions to the global large yacht and superyacht industry. OYS’s reputation has been built through a proven record of working on distinguished projects and with well-known yards around the world. www.oys.co.uk
BSI A/S
BSI A/S are the rigging division of the Danish marine group that includes several marine brands, including BSI Rigging, Gori Propeller, Jefa Steering, Hundested Propeller and now OYS. www.bsidk.com
Ocean Marine Systems
Ocean Marine Systems (OMS) design and manufacture marine deployment systems, hydraulic cylinders, bow thrusters and their associated control systems. All the products are designed and manufactured at their UK based factory and exported worldwide. www.oceanmarinesystems.co.uk
For more information on OYS and BSI A/S
Morten Madsen +45 2892 9310
For more information on Ocean Marine Systems (OMS)
Mark Barwell +441202596630