Neil Carr Reveals How to Thrive in Oil & Gas by Doubling Down on Safety

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Kenny is joined by Neil Carr of AMS Global Group, where he discusses his journey of co-founding the company.Neil, the Managing Director, shares how AMS Global was initially shelved in 2012 before relaunching in 2016/2017 amidst a volatile oil and gas market looking for efficiency. He details the company's growth from two co-founders to approximately 50 staff with global operations in the Caspian, Africa, and Spain.The conversation covers the expansion of their services from marine surveying to the high-hazard AMS Safety division, which focuses on breathing apparatus, gas detection, and emergency support. Neil also touches on the challenges of organically building a business, managing cash flow, and his personal journey of prioritizing health, including his new focus on fitness and setting physical challenges like the Caledonian eTape. Finally, he shares his pride in the company's culture, its community involvement, and generating opportunities for young people in Aberdeen.