“In the upcoming weeks, six large-sized PSVs will leave the North Sea for work internationally. This will leave fewer than 170 vessels in the region, marking a decline of approximately 100 vessels from the high in 2016-2017 and about 30 less than in 2021.
As the contracting season for 2024 now unfolds, the reduced capacity’s impact is evident. We’re witnessing less competitive bidding and heightened rate expectations from vessel owners. Our strategy leans towards long-term charters over spot market deals, and we anticipate seeing new all-time highs set in the North Sea in the coming year” states Martin Nes, Chairman of the Board of Standard Supply.