Eni Norge has now taken the 220-tbp Njord Viking (built 2011) on a firm deal until the close of 2016, the owner said in a statement today.
Viking describes ENI Norge as a key client and placed the value of the extended contract at NOK 150m.
“The contract reflects the area of operation and the significant harsh environment competence obtained by Viking Supply Ships over several years, as well as the high specifications of the vessel,” Viking said.
ENI Norge also has two six-month extension options on the ship, which is supporting the Goliat project in the Norwegian Barents Sea.
Christian Berg, chief executive of Viking Supply, could not be reached for comment today.
Viking’s expertise in extreme environments has paid off at a time of trouble in the wider offshore market.
Earliest this year the 18,300-bhp (AHTS) vessel Vidar Viking (built 2001) was taken for an optional period at more than $100,000 per day.
