Whirls,
Then the N.Sea operators should up their rates, stop cutting one another's throats & improve their negotiation skills. I believe I'm correct that the offshore drilling companys have all raised their rates by a considerable amount in the past year, if they can achieve an increase so can the rotary operators. It's still a fact that the overall transportation bill for the majors i.e. ships, aircraft, helis amounts to less than 5% of their operating revenue.
with fraternal greetings, ambi