Vroon Laying up 12 OSVs
The Netherlands-based Vroon Offshore Services has decided to pull 12 offshore-support vessels out of operation, saying the move is a “direct result of the ongoing slump in offshore oil and gas activities”.
This consequently means it will also reduce the number of onboard positions. Vroon stated, “We deeply regret the corresponding reduction in on-board positions and the consequences this has for our colleagues.”
The company said that from the fourth quarter of 2015 onwards, five platform-supply vessels and seven emergency response and rescue vessels (ERRV) would enter long-term lay-up.
In addition, a number of older ERRVs are being divested for recycling purposes, Vroon has said.
“We deeply regret the corresponding reduction in onboard positions and the consequences this has for our colleagues,” the company said in its press release.
“The current market conditions, which have created low vessel-utilization levels, require us to substantially reduce operational costs on unemployed vessels. Rationalization of our operational fleet and cost structure started earlier this year and will remain a priority going forward. Vroon Offshore Services’ commitment to safe and flawless service delivery to clients is unremitting, and the company will continue expanding its market coverage.”
Vroon operates and manages a diverse fleet of approximately 170 vessels. All ships meet current stringent safety and environmental requirements and follow rigorous maintenance programs.
The company has a fleet expansion and newbuilding program in place to guarantee the highest level of service with modern vessels.
