Legasea Featured in The Press and Journal

Our Operations Director Ray Milne was recently spotlighted in The Press and Journal, highlighting his inspiring journey from curious teenager to co-founding our innovative subsea engineering firm.

From Tinkering Teen to Industry Leader

The feature article, published on May 24, 2025, chronicles Ray's remarkable path from leaving school at 15 to co-founding Legasea - now operating across 25 countries with a turnover approaching £5 million and ambitious plans to reach £15 million by the end of the decade.

Innovation Through Reuse

The article highlights what sets Legasea apart in the subsea engineering sector - our focus on sustainability through equipment reuse and re-certification, addressing industry waste while providing cost-effective solutions to clients worldwide.

Ray's story demonstrates how Scottish engineering expertise continues to lead on the global stage, with plans to expand operations to West Africa and the Gulf of Mexico while growing our team to 50 employees within three years.

Read the full Press and Journal article: "How Aberdeenshire engineering boss went from tinkering teen to leading £5m firm"

This media recognition reflects the growing industry acknowledgment of Legasea's unique position and innovative approach to subsea engineering.