RE: Breaking out21 Jun 2024 13:23
Only Rumour………But who is buying in 500k chunks!
Petrofac’s projections for the future are promising, with the company expecting to maintain liquidity at or above its covenant level until at least the end of September 2024. This, coupled with the company’s steady revenues and the positive impact of the new agreement, paints an optimistic picture for investors.
Building on this potential suitors are now reported to be circling, with TechnipFMC, a leader in subsea, onshore/offshore, and surface projects, also in the running, with interest in Petrofac’s engineering and construction services highly complementary to its existing operations.
National oil companies such as Saudi Aramco and ADNOC (Abu Dhabi National Oil Company) are also speculated to be eyeing Petrofac. These state-owned enterprises have been actively expanding their oilfield service capabilities and could see significant synergies with Petrofac’s expertise.
Private equity firms, including Carlyle Group and Blackstone Group, are known for their substantial investments in the energy sector and might view Petrofac as a valuable addition to their portfolios. Their interest could drive the competitive nature of the bid process, potentially leading to a premium offer.