GulfMark Offshore
Acquisition in 2018
GulfMark Offshore, Inc. is a provider of offshore marine support and transportation services, primarily catering to companies involved in the exploration and production of oil and natural gas. The company operates a diverse fleet of offshore supply vessels, which include anchor handling, towing and support vessels, platform supply vessels, fast supply vessels, specialty vessels, standby rescue vessels, construction support vessels, and utility vessels. GulfMark Offshore's vessels transport drilling materials, supplies, and personnel to offshore facilities and assist in the positioning and operation of drilling rigs and platforms. The company serves a wide range of clients, including integrated oil companies, independent exploration and production firms, and government-owned oil entities, primarily in the North Sea, Southeast Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1996 and based in Houston, Texas, GulfMark Offshore also manages vessels for third-party owners and offers support services such as chartering assistance and operational management. As of March 2018, the company operated a fleet of 69 owned vessels and 3 managed vessels and is a subsidiary of Tidewater Inc.
Troms Offshore AS
Acquisition in 2013
Troms Offshore AS specializes in the ownership and operation of offshore service vessels and specialized vessels for research and subsea activities globally. The company provides platform supply vessels that deliver essential supplies to offshore oil platforms and operates anchor handling tug supply vessels designed for the towing and anchoring of oil rigs. Additionally, Troms Offshore AS offers polar research vessels that facilitate scientific research in challenging sea conditions and harsh polar environments.