When a fabricator in Mexico secured an offshore project to build four critical jackets, timelines were compressed from the start. The structural steel required for the build needed to be delivered, processed, and ready for fabrication within just 10 weeks—a challenge made even more complex by market constraints, availability of heavy-wall material, and offshore-grade specifications.
Solution
Interpipe mobilized quickly to meet the demand, coordinating across a multi-step global supply chain. We worked closely with:
- Plate stockists and roll/weld facilities to secure and process heavy-wall plate
- Specialized distributors to fill in specification gaps
- Logistics partners to fast-track shipments and navigate customs hurdles
All materials met stringent offshore structural grades to API and EN standards, with girth welding tolerances and profiling requirements tailored for jacket construction.
Result
Over 4,000 tons of offshore structural steel pipe were delivered to Mexico within the 10-week period—on time and to spec. Our ability to align inventory, logistics, and customer requirements under pressure ensured the fabricator could keep their jacket fabrication schedule intact.
Takeaway
When project schedules are non-negotiable and offshore-grade requirements leave no room for error, Interpipe delivers. From sourcing to shipping, our team specializes in rapid-response material coordination across borders.
