Sovcomflot extends charter for Vyacheslav Tikhonov
Polarcus Limited refers to its announcement dated 25 March 2019 describing the exercise of an option to redeliver "Vyacheslav Tikhonov" (originally named "Polarcus Selma") by Sovcomflot ("SCF") under the bareboat charter and to its announcement dated 3 June 2019 confirming an award of a wide-azimuth project in the Americas.
A subsidiary of Polarcus has chartered "Vyacheslav Tikhonov" on commercial terms with the intention that the vessel works as a source vessel on the referenced wide-azimuth program expected to continue into Q4, 2019.
Accordingly, SCF has withdrawn its notice of redelivery and exercised an option to extend the bareboat charter period of hire for 2 years (until October 2021, with further options). Both parties have redelivery options during the extended hire period with SCF's first redelivery option being exercisable with effect from completion of the 'charter-back' for the wide-azimuth program. Unless the vessel is redelivered at that time, the bareboat charter revenue generated by the Vessel is then expected to contribute to the Company's positive financial performance.
About Polarcus
Polarcus (OSE: PLCS) is an innovative marine geophysical company with a pioneering environmental agenda, delivering high-end towed streamer data acquisition and imaging services from Pole to Pole. Polarcus operates a fleet of high performance seismic vessels with 3D and 4D imaging capabilities, which incorporate leading-edge maritime technologies for improved safety and efficiency. Polarcus offers contract seismic surveys and multi-client projects with advanced onboard processing solutions. The Company services its clients globally from its head office in Dubai and regional offices located in Houston, London and Singapore.
