Aberdeen based AMS Global Group has entered a new phase following a management buyout, with the company acquiring the shares of co-founder and Marine Director Gary Bruce.
Bruce will remain involved in the business in a part-time role as Senior Marine Advisor, continuing to support the Aberdeen Marine Surveyors division.
The move comes 10 years after Bruce and Managing Director Neil Carr established the business in Aberdeen. What began as a concept on a single sheet of paper has grown into a 50 person organisation, generating around £8million in turnover and £1 million in profit in its latest financial year.
Today, AMS supports high hazard operations through technical services, inspection and equipment, working with clients globally. The business has an in country presence in Baku, Azerbaijan, operates across multiple African ports, and has recently secured partnerships in Las Palmas and Stavanger.
Carr will continue to lead the business alongside Operations Director Martin Taylor, who has played a key role in strengthening delivery and supporting the company’s recent growth.
Bruce said the decision followed a period of reflection after a decade of building the business.
“It has been ten years non-stop. When I look back at where we started, coming from a fishing background in Peterhead, I could never have imagined what we would build.
"It has been challenging at times, with long days and real pressure, but something I am very proud of.
"More recently I have taken time to reflect on work-life balance, particularly after losing a close friend. That changed my perspective and led to this decision.
"I have full confidence in Neil and Martin to take the business forward, and I will continue to support AMS where I can.”
Carr said: “Gary and I have worked relentlessly over the past ten years to build AMS into what it is today. I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved together and of the team we have built.
"Martin has been instrumental in strengthening the business in recent years, particularly across operations and delivery. That leadership will continue to be key as we move into the next phase.
This transition allows Gary to spend more time with his family while still contributing to the business. We will continue working closely together as we take AMS forward.”