Petroleum Geo-Services (PGS) has reported an annual loss of $293.9m for 2016 but expects to capitalize on a more stable oil price this year.

The seismic vessel owner's red ink was compared to a $527.9m loss in 2015.

Its revenue was also down from $961.9m to $764.3m and its Ebitda declined to $313.4, against $484.4m in 2015.

PGS explained this was the result of low activity levels and a continued excess supply of ships.

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