UK-based subsea services provider Bibby Offshore has promoted Allan Nairn to director of diving.

Nairn joined Bibby Diving Services in 2010 as offshore project manager. In his new role, Nairn will be responsible for leading all diving-related activity within the business. He will ensure day-to-day diving operations are executed safely and efficiently.

Commenting on his new position, Nairn, said: “I am excited by the opportunities my new role will create. To date, I have worked on operations throughout the company’s South East Asia and Houston bases, as well as its headquarters in Aberdeen.

“I look forward to using my experience and industry relationships to enhance Bibby Offshore’s diving operations, while playing a key role in delivering strategic results for long-term success.”

Howard Woodcock, chief executive at Bibby Offshore, said: “We are delighted to promote Allan to the position of director of diving. Allan’s commitment to the Group and many years of experience makes him ideally suited for the role.

“The creation of this position was part of our management restructure, designed to ensure we are well placed to continue to succeed in this competitive marketplace and meet our long term strategic objectives.”