Theoffshore vessel operating giant said it is paying HitecVision around $395mfor the Tromso-based company.

Thepurchase price includes $150m in cash and the assumption of about $245mof debt and remaining installment payments on vessels under construction.

TheTroms Offshore fleet includes five modern PSVs plus a further PSV underconstruction as well as an option for a second ship.

NewOrleans-based Tidewater said the acquisition will also supplement itsexperience and vessel fleet operating in harsh environments, including coldclimates.

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