The new entity will provide assurance, inspection, consulting and project management services, focusing on the entire oil and gas chain.
Pekka Paasivaara, a member of Hamburg-based GL's executive board, said: "The merger is a reflection of the needs of our clients who increasingly face challenges in technology, environment and asset integrity.
"With Noble Denton's expert knowledge in assurance and consulting as well as project management and transportation and installation services relating to offshore assets, we will enter a new dimension of services and expertise for the marine, offshore oil and gas industry."
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