Petroleum  Geo-Services (PGS) of Norway is buying back at least $423m of old bonds.

The seismic survey vessel owner said acceptance for its tender offer had reached 94% and expires on 20 December.

The 7.375% senior notes are due in 2018.

Holders will receive cash at 95% of par for 50% of their notes, with the remaining 50% exchanged for new debt maturing in December 2020.

Last