BOURBON announces a major strengthening of its fleet with the addition of 13 new offshore support vessels since the beginning of 2026, representing a value of over USD 180 million. Made possible by the support of its new shareholders, this momentum illustrates the Group’s ability to rapidly deploy strategic assets fully aligned with the needs of offshore markets.
Targeted acquisitions to strengthen core segments
BOURBON has completed the acquisition of six diesel-electric vessels from the Minsheng Group:
- Five Platform Supply Vessels (PSVs)
- One 80-ton bollard pull Anchor Handling Tug Supply vessel (AHTS)
These vessels complement asset types already operated by the Group, enabling smooth operational integration and rapid mobilization.
The Group has also acquired two large-capacity PSVs from ICBC, Bourbon Front and Bourbon Clear, in line with the X-Bow vessel of the same series, Bourbon Calm, acquired in September 2025.
Through these acquisitions, BOURBON strengthens its ability to offer clients immediately available vessels adapted to the operational requirements of the offshore markets in which the Group has long-standing expertise.
“In just a few months, we have expanded our fleet, secured significant investments, and quickly returned vessels to service for our customers. This momentum toward profitability and growth is the result of the transformation we began in early 2025 and the dedication of our teams” says Gaël Bodénès, Chief Executive Officer of BOURBON.
Reactivation of two AHTS vessels
BOURBON also announces the reactivation of two 80-ton diesel-electric AHTS vessels, demonstrating its capability to rapidly restore the operational potential of laid-up assets, in a spirit of industrial efficiency and agile response to market demand.
Bourbon Evolution 810 joins the fleet
In February 2026, BOURBON took delivery of the Bourbon Evolution 810, the latest newbuild vessel in the Evolution 800 series. Designed for deepwater subsea operations and fully suited to IMR (Inspection, Maintenance & Repair) activities, the vessel features in particular:
- Two active heave compensated cranes, including a main crane with a 150-ton capacity
- Diesel-electric propulsion
- Upgraded Class 3 Dynamic Positioning system (DP3)
- Firefighting and anti-pollution capabilities
- Accommodation capacity for up to 105 personnel
- Two 200 HP ROVs
Delivered in Singapore, the vessel will start a long-term contract in South Asia in the second quarter.
Ramp-up of new crew boats
Two 27-meter crew boats, delivered at the end of 2025 in Congo, started a five-year contract in February. Their modularity, onboard comfort and energy efficiency illustrate the new generation of vessels developed by BOURBON. “Following the restructuring & closing operations finalized in 2025, and supported by operational improvements, BOURBON’s financial health is restored with a cleansed Balance Sheet & reduced financial debt leverage below 1.5 xEBITDA2025 after these significant investments. We continue today to look for opportunities to sustain long-term growth.” says François Sordet, Chief Financial Officer of BOURBON.
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