Seacor Holdings returned to profit for the second quarter amid higher revenue and sale-related tax benefit.

The Florida-based diversified marine services company reported earnings of $45.1m versus a $32.8m loss a year ago.

Seacor's results included a $42.6m net gain related primarily to the sale of Hawker Pacific Airservices.

Revenue came in at $217m, up from $129m during the same period last year.