and historically significant projects like that one, as they definitely have the acumen and experience to successfully deliver them – and to deliver them even beyond client expectations, like they did that time. Park Derochie also intends to continue growing, within British Columbia but also within their other provinces. As previously established, they have grown exponentially in the province in recent years, but says they have the opportunity and the motivation to keep expanding – so long as they can do it in a sustainable way. That means diversifying beyond oil and gas, which they have already started doing – once again, their work on the Old Skeena Bridge is an example, and they want to do more projects like it. “We still want to grow, that’s for sure, but it’s all about sustainable growth,” he explains. “Something we’ve seen, particularly in Alberta, is that there’s a boom and bust cycle connected to the oil price. So we want to diversify across the country and get into multiple industries. We have lots of experience in oil and gas, but we’re making sure were well rounded – that we’re able also work in hydroelectric, in water treatment, in the marine sector, in the ports, in transportation and bridges.” “We’re making sure we are able to compete in every industry,” he adds. “Because the thing about projects like LNG is that at some point they come to an end. So we want to be the best in class in every particular industry that coating works is done. That’s what we’re doing now.” APRIL 2024
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