North-east based IT specialist, First eBusiness Solutions, has secured a significant contract with Coates to supply a new rental and asset management system, to help streamline our operations and enhance customer service.

First eBusiness - which has a strong track record in providing IT solutions to the oil and gas industry - will deliver the new system by utilising the Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP product to cover all aspects of Coates Offshore business, including financial, procurement, rental and rental fleet maintenance.

Bernard Booker, Managing Director of First eBusiness Solutions is pleased to have secured what he says is an important contract for the company. He said: "To win this work with such a prestigious oil and gas rental company as Coates Offshore is a great boost for First eBusiness and further strengthens our position as a leading provider of rental and asset management solutions to the oil and gas industry."

Kieran White, Executive Director of Coates Offshore, expects the new system to play a key role in the company's continued growth. He said:"Implementing this new rental and asset management system supports our investment strategy for Aberdeen and I am confident it will help us maximise our operational capability and, most importantly, it will further enhance the service we provide to our clients."