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Italy's Saipem, Norway's Subsea 7 confirm merger to create energy services leader

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Posted on July 23, 2025

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· Last updated: January 22, 2026

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(Reuters) -Italy's Saipem and its Norwegian rival Subsea7 announced on Thursday a merger to form a leading global player in offshore energy services. The merger terms align with those outlined in

Saipem and Subsea7 Announce Merger to Form Offshore Energy Giant

Overview of the Saipem and Subsea7 Merger

(Reuters) -Italy's Saipem and its Norwegian rival Subsea7 announced on Thursday a merger to form a leading global player in offshore energy services.

Merger Details and Financials

The merger terms align with those outlined in February's memorandum of understanding, the companies confirmed.

Expected Completion Timeline

The combined group, to be renamed Saipem7, will have an order backlog of 43 billion euros ($50.62 billion), revenue of about 21 billion euros and core earnings of more than 2 billion euros, the companies said in a statement.

The deal is expected to be completed in the second half of 2026.

($1 = 0.8494 euros)

(Reporting by Rishabh Jaiswal in Bengaluru; Editing by Alan Barona)

Key Takeaways

  • Saipem and Subsea7 announce a merger.
  • The new entity will be called Saipem7.
  • Order backlog of €43 billion is expected.
  • Revenue projected at €21 billion.
  • Completion expected in the second half of 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What companies are merging?
Italy's Saipem and Norway's Subsea7 are merging to form a new entity.
What will the new company be named?
The combined group will be renamed Saipem7.
What is the expected revenue of the new company?
The new company is expected to have revenue of about 21 billion euros.
When is the merger expected to be completed?
The deal is expected to be completed in the second half of 2026.
What is the order backlog for the combined group?
The combined group will have an order backlog of 43 billion euros.

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