Probe Manufacturing and Fabrication

25/08/2026

A great day of learning on Friday as our apprentices took part in overhead crane training. 💡 ⚙️

Providing Practical training opportunities like this helps our apprentices build confidence, develop essential skills, and gain real-world experience that will support their careers in engineering.

A big thank you to Shield Health & Safety Ltd for delivering the training and sharing their expertise with the group. Investing In training and development is an important part of building the next generation of industry professionals, and a great step in their ongoing development journey. 📈

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19/08/2026

A fantastic day on the course for an even greater cause! ⛳

Probe were proud to host our annual golf day at Gorleston Golf Club, bringing together suppliers, clients and colleagues for a day of golf, networking and fundraising in support of Sunbeams Charity. 💛

Sunbeams provides specialist support, therapies and opportunities for children with disabilities and additional needs, helping them and their families access vital services, build confidence and create lasting memories. Their work makes a real difference to families across our community.

A special thank you to the North Sea Petroleum Golfers Association (NSPGA) for their sponsorship and generous donation and support, helping to make the event such a success.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who attended, donated and supported the event. The generosity shown throughout the day will help Sunbeams continue their amazing work and support for local children and their families.

Events like these are a fantastic reminder of what can be achieved when businesses, suppliers and clients come together to support great causes. 🤝

Together we raised £925 for Sunbeams!

17/08/2026

Welcome to Probe, Paul!

A very warm Probe welcome to Paul Finch, who joins us as our new General Manager. 👏

Paul brings an impressive track record in leading engineering and manufacturing operations, alongside extensive experience in service delivery and customer-facing roles. Throughout his career, he has successfully led multi-disciplinary teams across workshop, production and field-based environments, delivering strong operational results and driving business growth.

With experience spanning complex engineering and energy sectors, Paul brings a valuable blend of engineering expertise, manufacturing knowledge and operational leadership to Probe. ⚙️

As Probe continues its growth journey, we’re excited about the experience, leadership and fresh perspective Paul will bring to the team.

Paul commented:

“I'm excited to be joining Probe at such an important time in its growth. The business has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality engineering solutions, and I look forward to working with the team to build on that success, strengthen our capabilities, and continue delivering value for our customers.

With demand for our services continuing to grow, we’re also investing in additional machinery and equipment to increase our capacity and ensure we can keep pace with our clients’ requirements. It’s an exciting time for Probe, and I’m looking forward to being part of that journey.”

Please join us in giving Paul a very warm welcome to Probe. We’re delighted to have you on board, Paul! 🙌

12/08/2026

From colleague to neighbour: Saying goodbye to Steve👋

After spending more than 20 years with the business, working his way from Workshop Foreman to General Manager, it’s fair to say this one is a tough goodbye… but not the end of our journey together.

On Friday, we held a farewell breakfast for Steven Blake, who has been appointed General Manager of Claxton Engineering Great Yarmouth Facilities.

Steve’s career with us is a fantastic example of what dedication, hard work and commitment can achieve. Over the last two decades, he has played a significant role in the growth and success of the business, earning the respect of colleagues, customers and the wider group alike along the way.

While we are sad to see him leave our team, we are incredibly proud to watch him take this step within our wider group. The great thing about this farewell is that it isn’t really a goodbye! As part of our sister company, Steve remains a valued part of the family, and we look forward to continuing work together in the years to come.

From everyone at Probe, thank you for your contribution, leadership and friendship over the years. We know our relationships will continue to grow. We wish you every success in your new role and have no doubt you’ll make a huge impact at Claxton. 🌟

Good Luck Steve – We will see you across the group! 🎊

20/07/2026

Through on-site fabrication, 24-hour operations and early engagement during the design phase, Probe delivered. We provided a turnkey solution from manufacture through to testing and certification for the completion of nine 100-tonne dry bulk cement silos.

Discover more about how Probe’s integrated fabrication capabilities ensured successful project delivery below. 👇

Home Company Case Studies 100t Cement Silos 100t Cement Silos 25 June 2026 9 off 100t Dry Bulk Cement Silo Created to; DNV OS E101 ASME VIII Div. 1 DNV - ST - E273 Nine 100t dry bulk cement silos manufactured for the project Vessels fabricated on site using Sub-Arc welding (SAW) All structural weldi...

13/07/2026

When a client needed 80 joints of slotted liner pipe in just four weeks, Probe delivered. Using specialist slotting capability, rapid mobilisation and high-volume production, we engineered a bespoke solution that kept a critical well-filling programme on track.

· 3,200 ft of pipe processed

· 56,000 precision-drilled holes completed

· Every hole deburred and finished to specification

· Delivered on schedule within a demanding four-week window

Discover more on how Probe's specialist slotting capabilities, rapid mobilisation and high-volume production helped keep this critical well-fitting project on schedule Below 👇

Home Company Case Studies Slotted Liner Pipe Project – Fast-track precision when pace mattered most Slotted Liner Pipe Project – Fast-track precision when pace mattered most 10 July 2026 Project Overview When a client needed 80 joints of slotted liner pipe in just four weeks, Probe delivered. Us...

03/07/2026

Probe was pleased to take part in the IADC North Sea Chapter 43rd Golf tournament last week. ⛳

The event provided a fantastic opportunity to connect with industry peers, strengthen relationships, and support the North Sea drilling community outside the workplace while enjoying the lovely weather.

A big thank you to the IADC North Sea Chapter for organising another successful tournament and bringing together professionals from across the sector for a great day of networking and friendly competition.

We look forward to supporting future events, hopefully taking home a win, and continuing to engage with the industry through initiatives like these. 🤝

12/06/2026

Looking forward to International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) World Drilling 2026 Conference & Exhibition!

Our Business Development Manager, Neil Stephen, will be there connecting with industry peers and getting involved with industry discussions.

Get in touch if you’re attending - always good to catch up.

22/05/2026

A royal recognition: Celebrating our Lifeboat Crew 🚤

Probe are delighted to celebrate our very own Ben Penning who was recently honoured with an invitation to attend a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace on 12th May, on behalf of the RNLI (Royal National Lifeboat Institution) 💂 👑

Nominated by the Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk, this was a truly special recognition and the dedication and commitment shown through their service. During the event, they had the opportunity to see The King and Queen, explore the beautiful palace grounds, eating some fancy sandwiches and taking part in a memorable afternoon.

We couldn’t be any prouder to see a member of our team represented on such a prestigious stage, for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity

Well done Ben and the Great Yarmouth & Gorleston Lifeboat team for your continued hard work and congratulations on the well-deserved recognition. 👏

16/04/2026

Probe Manufacturing and Fabrication, together with Claxton Engineering, is pleased to announce that an agreement has been signed for the acquisition of our businesses by AF Gruppen , one of Norway’s leading contracting and industrial groups, from Acteon.

The transaction is subject to approval by the Norwegian Competition Authority and, if approved, is expected to complete during the second quarter of 2026.

This represents an important milestone for Probe. Becoming part of AF Gruppen aligns with our ambitions for growth and strengthens our ability to deliver high-quality fabrication and manufacturing services to our customers across the offshore energy, nuclear, geothermal and renewables sectors.

We have been proud members of the Acteon group for many years and value the strong foundation and support provided during that time.

As we move forward, we remain committed to working closely with our clients, suppliers, and partners to ensure a smooth transition, while we look forward to helping AF Gruppen to ‘clean up the past and build for the future’.

🔗 Read more:

AF Gruppen strengthens its position in decommissioning, life extension of offshore installations, and offshore wind by entering into an agreement to acquire all shares in Claxton, together with the company’s senior executives. Claxton has international operations, revenues exceeding NOK 1,000 mill...