ACE Winches strengthens Scandinavian presence

ACE Winches Norge AS, the Norwegian branch of internationally recognised ACE Winches, has strengthened its Scandinavian presence by relocating to the centre of Stavanger and the appointment of a new sales and business development manager.

Håvard Sæverud has over 20 years’ experience in applications engineering within the lifting, pulling and deploying sector and will be supported by a project management team in bringing a range of specialist services to the Scandinavian market.

ACE provides a range of engineering, design, project management, and equipment hire services to the global markets. This includes access to one of the industry’s largest equipment rental fleets of over 3000 assets including active heave winch packages, electric and hydraulic drum winches, reel drive systems, linear winches, track tensioners, spooling winches, chain winches, hydraulic power units with supporting ancillary equipment. 

Mr Saeverud said: “By taking a proactive approach in Stavanger we continue to attract new clients. ACE Winches is a company that exceeds client expectations by providing creative solutions that deliver value globally.

“We are well established in the Scandinavian market with a nine-year track record of delivering quality products and services. These developments are a natural extension of our presence in the region.”

Alfie Cheyne, chief executive officer of ACE Winches, commented: “Håvard’s experience will be key as we further develop this important market.

“The Norwegian sector has experienced the same challenges as the rest of the industry in recent years, however there are positive signs of recovery and this move positions us well to improve and increase our service offering to our valued Scandinavian clients.”