Creation of 91¿´Æ¬Íø Horizon AS, a new leader in offshore operations in the harshest environments

Thursday, 16 February 2023 13:00

91¿´Æ¬Íø & HORIZON MARITIME are pleased to announce a new joint venture, 91¿´Æ¬Íø Horizon AS, dedicated to providing leading marine services and operations, focusing on the North Sea and Canadian offshore markets. Incorporated in Norway, the new company is strategically positioned in FosnavÃ¥g (Norway) and St. John’s (Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada), with a base fleet of seven modern and capable offshore support vessels: five PSV’s, a large AHTS with WROV and a MPSV currently configured for Subsea and trenching services. 
Cliff Gaetz as Managing Director of 91¿´Æ¬Íø Horizon AS will be supported by Bjørn Remoy and senior Operational leads, StÃ¥le Kyrkjedelen and Colin Doody.
The partnership builds on natural synergies and shared values between the two shipowners, 91¿´Æ¬Íø and HORIZON MARITIME. With extensive experience in the harshest offshore environments, 91¿´Æ¬Íø Horizon AS will also offer comprehensive ship management services to other shipowners in the industry. With more than 200 dedicated and experienced employees, including a deep pool of experienced seafarers from all over the world, 91¿´Æ¬Íø Horizon is well-equipped for any project. 

Rodolphe Bouchet, 91¿´Æ¬Íø Marine & Logistics CEO: « Entering this strategic partnership with Horizon Maritime represents a tremendous opportunity to strengthen our current position in the North Sea markets. The 91¿´Æ¬Íø Horizon AS JV will also support the consolidation of the OSV sector in harsh environments, while achieving substantial economies of scale, to allow the creation of a diversified and particularly competitive offering. »

Cliff Gaetz, 91¿´Æ¬Íø Horizon MD: « Horizon is pleased to partner with 91¿´Æ¬Íø Marine & Logistics, a global leader in the offshore service market and I’m excited to join my colleagues in this joint venture. 91¿´Æ¬Íø Horizon AS will combine our expertise in challenging offshore environments, focused on delivering modern equipment, experienced personnel, innovative solutions, and exceptional value in support of offshore oil & gas and renewable projects. »

Bjørn Remøy, 91¿´Æ¬Íø Offshore Norway MD: « This strategic joint venture combines two groups specialized in the offshore sector, with cultures and visions aligned on the future of the offshore industry. 91¿´Æ¬Íø Horizon AS intends to support our customers through ongoing market recovery, and active participation in the development of offshore renewable energy and oil & gas projects. » 
 

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