Bourbon Ships AS

Ship Owners

Bourbon Ships AS is a specialized entity within the maritime and offshore industry, primarily focusing on the provision of marine and logistics services. The company operates a fleet that includes platform supply vessels (PSVs), anchor handling tug supply vessels (AHTSVs), and other support vessels designed to meet the rigorous demands of the offshore oil and gas sector.

Some key points about Bourbon Ships AS include:

Core Services

Marine Logistics:
- Provision of vessels that ensure the transportation of goods, equipment, and personnel to and from offshore installations.
Offshore Support:
- Offering a wide range of services including anchor handling, towing, and positioning of rigs and other floating structures.
Subsea Services:
- Providing specialized vessels and expertise for subsea construction, maintenance, and inspection.

Safety and Compliance

Committed to high standards of safety, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance, reflecting industry best practices and global standards.

Innovation and Technology

Investing in the latest technology to enhance efficiency, reduce emissions, and improve overall operational performance.

Global Reach

Operating internationally, with a strong presence in various key offshore markets including the North Sea, West Africa, and Brazil.

Partnerships and Clients

Maintaining long-term relationships with major oil and gas companies, ensuring reliability and expertise in offshore operations.

Bourbon Ships AS is known for its reliability, safety standards, and the ability to provide comprehensive solutions tailored to the dynamic needs of the offshore industry.

Ships

BOURBON PERIDOT

Supply Vessel | Flag: Bahamas | Port: NASSAU

BOURBON TAMPEN

Supply Vessel | Flag: St Vincent and The Grenadines | Port: Kingstown

BOURBON TOPAZ

Supply Vessel | Flag: Norway | Port: FOSNAVÅG

BOURBON VIKING

Supply Vessel | Flag: St Vincent and The Grenadines | Port: Kingstown

BOURBON CROWN

Supply Vessel/Tug | Flag: Bahamas | Port: NASSAU

BOURBON EMERALD

Supply Vessel | Flag: France | Port: MARSEILLE

BOURBON HIDRA

Supply Vessel | Flag: St Vincent and The Grenadines | Port: Kingstown

BOURBON JADE

Supply Vessel | Flag: France | Port: MARSEILLE

BOURBON OPALE

Oil Production and Storage Unit | Flag: Mexico | Port: CIUDAD DEL CARMEN

BOURBON ORCA

Supply Vessel/Tug | Flag: Norway | Port: FOSNAVÅG

Maritime News

Sixty-Eight U.S. Bridges At Risk from Vessel Strike

an hour ago

The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has recommended that 30 owners of 68 bridges across 19 states conduct a vulnerability assessment to determine the risk of bridge collapse from a vessel collision.The recommendation comes as part of the ongoing investigation into the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.The NTSB found that the Key Bridge, which collapsed after being struck by the containership Dali on March 26, 2024, was almost 30 times above the acceptable risk threshold for critical or essential bridges, according to guidance established by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO).

Acting on Instinct

3 hours ago

This week, the UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) issued its report on thedeaths of three stevedores in a cargo hold access space on board a bulk carrier.Berge Mawson was in Indonesia, loading coal from barges using a floating crane. During a pause in loading due to heavy rain, all hatches were closed. After the rain stopped, a stevedore mistakenly entered the access space of a cargo hold and was overcome. Two other stevedores collapsed while attempting to rescue him as crew collected rescue equipment. The stevedores had not been trained on safe cargo work on board bulk carriers or on the dangers of enclosed spaces.

Yemen's Houthis to Continue Attacks on Isreal-Linked Shipping in Red Sea

2 days ago

Yemen's Houthis will not "dial down" their action against Israeli shipping in the Red Sea in response to U.S. military pressure or appeals from the group's allies such as Iran, the Yemeni militant group's foreign minister said.Jamal Amer spoke to Reuters late on Monday after the U.S. launched a wave of strikes in areas of Yemen controlled by the Iran-aligned Houthis, who said last week they were resuming attacks on Red Sea shipping to support Palestinians in Gaza.Two senior Iranian officials told Reuters that Iran had delivered a verbal message to the Houthi envoy in Tehran on Friday to cool tensions and that Iran's foreign minister asked Oman, which has mediated with the Houthis

Hanwha Aims to Buy a Piece of Austal

3 days ago

Korea's Hanwha aims to buy up to 9.9% of Australian shipbuilder Austal in an after-market offer following its failed A$1.02 billion ($646.17 million) takeover bid last year, a term sheet showed on Monday.Hanwha has offered A$4.45 each for 41.2 million Austal shares, showed the term sheet reviewed by Reuters.The deal's bookrunners, in a message seen by Reuters, told investors the books had been covered for the transaction.The Korean company does not intend to make a takeover bid for Austal "at this time", the term sheet showed.Hanwha and Austal did not immediately respond to requests for comment.The offer price represents a 16.2% premium to Austal's closing share price on Monday of A$3.83.

Salvage Efforts for Stena Immaculate Tanker Continue in North Sea

3 days ago

Stena Bulk, the owner of the Stena Immaculate oil tanker, said it is working closely with the manager of the vessel Crowley and U.K. agencies following the last week’s allision with incident the container ship Solong.Salvage experts from SMIT Salvage are continuing with their detailed onboard assessments of Stena Immaculate.As of March 16, the third-party salvage team has confirmed that damage resulting from the containership Solong striking the Stena Immaculate was limited to one cargo tank containing Jet A-1 fuel and one ballast tank containing sea water.At the time of the allision, the Stena Immaculate was carrying 220,000 barrels of Jet A-1 fuel.