AN engineering design company is eyeing further growth in the Middle East after founding a joint venture.

Nortech Group, based at Wynyard Park, near Billingham, Stockton, has bolstered its presence in Abu Dhabi to strengthen its standing in the United Arab Emirates and further afield.

Bosses say Al Dhabi Nortech Engineering Consultancy, a joint venture between Nortech and Dhabi Contracting, will build on the Dhabi Nortech brand they founded in 2015.

Prior to the agreement, Dhabi Contracting acted as partner and sponsor to support Nortech’s entry into the market, which led to two contracts.

Dhabi Nortech provides engineering design and project management consultancy for the United Arab Emirates’ oil and gas and petrochemical sectors.

Bryan Bunn, Nortech Group managing director, said: “This approach is a significant step towards establishing a strong presence for Nortech in the market.

“Combining our expertise will meet the requirements of industries and companies operating in markets such as oil and gas and chemical processing.”

Sami Edwards, Dhabi Contracting general manager, added: “The approach Dhabi Nortech has brought to the United Arab Emirates has proven to be effective.

“The UK expertise Nortech brings, alongside our extensive experience, will ensure customers will benefit from our specialist services.”