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SEAMEC Limited has secured a significant contract from Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) for Operation and Maintenance (O&M) services for the ONGC-owned vessel MSV 'Samudra Prabha'. The deal, valued at approximately ₹329.92 crore, will run for 698 days. This award, received on March 26, 2026, highlights SEAMEC's strong relationship with ONGC, India's leading producer of crude oil and natural gas.
The contract is being executed by SEAMEC through a consortium that includes Supreme Hydro Pvt Ltd, a firm experienced in marine, diving, and engineering services for the oil and gas sector. Operations are expected to commence within 60 days of the award date.
This new contract substantially boosts SEAMEC's order book, reaffirming its role as a key service provider to ONGC and strengthening its position in the offshore energy sector. Winning such large, long-term agreements demonstrates SEAMEC's operational capabilities and its contribution to India's energy infrastructure.
SEAMEC, founded in 1986, has established itself as an experienced provider of offshore oilfield support services, operating a fleet of Diving Support Vessels (DSVs) and Offshore Support Vessels (OSVs). The company boasts a solid history with ONGC, including a ₹410.74 crore deal for MSV 'Samudra Sevak' awarded in March 2026, and a $5.61 million subcontract in March 2025 for ONGC's pipeline projects. SEAMEC's vessel 'SEAMEC II' also had its charter with ONGC extended to August 2026, indicating continued demand for its fleet.
Recent financial performance shows a strong recovery. In Q3 FY26, SEAMEC reported revenue surging 137.74% year-over-year to ₹331.44 crore and net profit jumping 3100.6% year-over-year to ₹99.62 crore. For the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, the company's revenue stood at ₹682 crore.
The contract substantially adds to SEAMEC's order book and further solidifies its long-standing partnership with ONGC. The 698-day tenure ensures sustained revenue visibility and continued deployment of company assets. Collaboration with Supreme Hydro Pvt Ltd also brings specialized expertise in subsea services, leveraging the consortium's capabilities.
SEAMEC operates within a competitive offshore oil and gas services sector. Its peers include companies such as Dredging Corporation of India Ltd., Shipping Corporation of India Ltd., Jindal Drilling and Industries Ltd., and Asian Energy Services Ltd., all involved in various maritime and offshore operations.
A primary risk for SEAMEC is its revenue stream's reliance on securing and executing large, long-term contracts from major clients like ONGC. Additionally, successful O&M execution on complex assets like MSVs requires seamless coordination and strict adherence to safety and operational standards.
Looking ahead, investors will closely watch the commencement of O&M services for MSV 'Samudra Prabha' within the 60-day timeframe. Performance execution, adherence to timelines, future contract wins, and overall financial results will be critical points of interest.