

ABOUT US
PRACTICAL PROBLEM SOLVERS IN COMPLEX ENVIRONMENTS
Engineering capability combined with offshore operational leadership and disciplined execution.


The company combines engineering capability, fabrication expertise and offshore operational support to deliver integrated project execution solutions across complex environments.
KEA Projects is a multidisciplinary offshore execution company supporting marine, offshore and industrial operations across global markets.

KEA Projects is a multidisciplinary offshore execution company supporting marine, offshore and industrial operations across global markets.
The company combines engineering capability, fabrication expertise and offshore operational support to deliver integrated project execution solutions across complex environments.
Leadership Team

Etienne Otto
Managing Director
Entrepreneur and driving force behind KEA Projects and KEA Offshore. With a background in construction and offshore services, he has built a company focused on reliable, safe execution in complex environments. Combines hands-on leadership with a strong commercial mindset, continuously developing the business for growth.

Arnold Gramsma
Technical Director
Technical driver behind KEA Projects Group. Extensive experience across maritime, energy and offshore industries, delivering complex fabrication and project execution in demanding environments. Known for technical precision, hands on leadership and a strong focus on execution.

Rudi Spies
Asset Integrity Manager
Offshore professional with 10+ years' experience across drillships, semi-submersibles and FPSOs. Proven track record in leading teams and delivering complex inspection, maintenance and engineering scopes, with strong focus on safety, quality and execution. IRATA Level 3, NACE CIP Level 3 and multiple NDT certifications.

Alroy Kannemeyer
Senior Project Manager
Project Management Professional (PMP) and Mechanical Engineer (BTech) with 20+ years of experience in shipbuilding, oil and gas, and the marine industry. Extensive international experience across Africa, the Middle East and Europe, with core expertise in ship repair, rig repair, vessel upgrades and SPS.

Ben Sawyer
Compliance Manager
Over 20 years of experience in HSEQ across marine and oil and gas sectors. Specialised in ISO based management systems and IRATA compliant rope access operations. Focused on safety, compliance and consistent high quality delivery.









