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Specialist Distributor · North America & Caribbean · Since 1971

Sell More in the Americas. Without Building a Team Here.

C.A. Richards & Associates is a Houston-based specialist distributor for offshore and subsea technology. We represent manufacturers who want real coverage in North America and the Caribbean — with local sales, pre-sales support, factory-trained service, and no channel conflict.

50+ Years in the Market · 15 Non-Competing Manufacturers · Sales, Rental, Repair & Service — One Contact · Houston-Based Support Across North America & the Caribbean

Why Manufacturers Partner With Us

Established Market Presence

50+ years of relationships with operators, contractors, and integrators across North America and the Caribbean. We don't start from zero — we walk into accounts that already know us.

No Channel Conflict

We operate exclusively in North America and the Caribbean. We don't compete with your European or Asian distribution — we extend your reach into a market you're not currently serving well.

Full Support Infrastructure

Pre-sales technical support, factory-trained service engineers, and a rental and demo fleet. We don't just sell — we support the full product lifecycle in-market.

Curated, Non-Competing Portfolio

Every manufacturer we represent fills a distinct role in the technology stack. Adding your product line makes every existing relationship more valuable — for you and for us.

Technology Partners — Featured Manufacturers

A curated portfolio of non-competing manufacturers — each filling a distinct role in the offshore and subsea technology stack.

Kongsberg
Sidus Solutions
SH Group
Verlume
Copenhagen Subsea
Nexans
Sun-Star Electric
Digital Edge Subsea
Kongsberg Discovery

Norway

Kongsberg Discovery

Single & Multibeam Sonars, Altimeters, Leak Detection & Acoustic Condition Monitoring. The world's leading manufacturer of high-performance sonar systems for offshore and subsea applications.

Sidus Solutions

USA (San Diego, CA)

Sidus Solutions

Subsea & Topside Cameras, Lighting, Lasers & Positioners. Industry-leading imaging solutions for ROV, AUV, and offshore inspection applications.

SH Group

Denmark

SH Group

Custom Maritime Handling Systems & Deck Equipment. Specialists in LARS, battery systems, and offshore deck handling solutions for demanding marine environments.

For Manufacturers

Ready to Grow Your Sales in North America?

We're looking for manufacturers who want real representation — not a name on a distributor list. If that's you, let's talk.

Houston, Texas · North America & Caribbean · Supporting Offshore & Subsea Projects Since 1971