Applus RTD strengthens its strategic position with the takeover of RMI

Barcelona, 10th October 2007. Applus+ RTD, which specializes in non-destructive testing and inspections, took over the Norwegian company RMI a/s (Rogaland Material Inspeksjon). Applus+ RTD is a division of Applus+, the leading Spanish multinational in certification and technological services chaired by Ernesto Mata. This takeover fits in with Applus+ RTD's growth strategy, which is aimed at strengthening its position as one of the market leaders. RMI is also specialized in the field non-destructive testing (NDT) in the petrochemical and energy sector.

The company, RMI, which has an office in Stavanger in Norway, provides innovative NDT services for their clients. RMI focuses on onshore as well as offshore activities in the NDT field, and work for the main companies from the petrochemical and resources sector, as well as companies from the public sector.

The management of RMI, Morten Bruno Larsen, Odd Reidar Bjorheim and John David Winn will stay on in the company that will be part of the specialized offshore NDT division of Applus+ RTD.
In April 2006 Applus+ acquired 100% of the Dutch group Röntgen Technische Dienst (RTD), the European leader in petrochemical sector inspections, for 193 million euros.

Applus+ RTD has offices in Europe, Africa, Asia and America and its business is focused on the inspection and maintenance of industrial facilities. It is specialized in performing non-destructive tests and inspections to secure the quality and integrity of technical facilities.