Elsewedy Electric Expands with 60% Stake in Thomassen Service

Deal News | May 05, 2025 | Zawya

Elsewedy Electric Expands with 60% Stake in Thomassen Service

In a strategic acquisition, Elsewedy Electric has obtained a 60% stake in Thomassen Service to expand its operations to gas turbine services, including operation, maintenance, and component repair across key markets. This acquisition, encompassing Thomassen's MEA business unit and its African affiliate, enhances Elsewedy Electric's Engineering and Construction portfolio by adding gas turbine operations and maintenance capabilities. The transaction allows Elsewedy Electric, an energy and infrastructure solutions provider with a strong presence in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, to extend its services to full-cycle energy offerings from project execution to asset management. With Thomassen's existing operations in the UAE, Oman, and Nigeria, Elsewedy Electric gains access to new regional markets and plans further expansion in East Europe and CIS countries through EPC opportunities. Additionally, the acquisition supports Elsewedy's endeavors to enter the oil and gas sector, leveraging Thomassen's technical expertise to service industrial and petrochemical clients. The integration into the Elsewedy Electric Group is anticipated to further enhance Thomassen's operational capacity and geographic footprint with technology and workforce development support.

Sectors

  • Energy
  • Engineering and Construction
  • Oil and Gas

Geography

  • Middle East and Africa – The acquisition spans operations and expansions within key markets in the Middle East and Africa.
  • Europe – Elsewedy Electric plans further expansion into East Europe and CIS countries.

Industry

  • Energy – The acquisition is centered on energy operations, specifically gas turbine services, a key component of the energy sector.
  • Engineering and Construction – Elsewedy Electric aims to integrate gas turbine operations and maintenance services into their Engineering and Construction offerings.
  • Oil and Gas – Elsewedy Electric's acquisition supports its strategic entry into the oil and gas sector.

Financials

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Elsewedy ElectricBidding Company/BuyerCompanyAn integrated energy and infrastructure solutions provider in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Thomassen ServiceTarget CompanyCompanyA company with over three decades of experience in the energy sector, specializing in gas turbine services.