OIS reunion mooted
15/01/2014
The name ‘OIS’ will be familiar to many readers of NDT News. The final resting place of Incon, Oilfield Inspection Services, MTS, QIS, BIX, Unit Inspection and Inspectorate to mention but a few, OIS is now, of course, known as Oceaneering International.
There are a great many people in the NDT industry today who at one time worked for, or had links to, OIS, but sadly the number is decreasing – several good and old friends have passed away recently. These events have led those remaining to wonder if there might be any support for something in the way of a reunion to celebrate a great company and toast old memories.Jim McNab, Global Technology Manager of Oceaneering Inspection, has got the ball rolling (again)…
“The idea would be to book a venue that would offer basic scran if we guarantee numbers. We intend to make up some OIS-related quiz questions, and will invite people to bring their favourite OIS-related story for vetting in case they offend or embarrass… or don’t embarrass enough!”
A small committee has been established to organise the event. This committee will retain all decision control. No sponsorship will be accepted. The venue is the Transport Club in Aberdeen on Friday 24th April 2014. It is booked firm for 150 people, ex-employees of OIS plus the committee may invite certain OIS ‘old friends’ at their sole discretion. Please note this is not an Oceaneering International organised event.
Anyone interested in attending should send an email to Jim McNab at jim.mcnab@hotmail.com
