Offshore marine services provider Bourbon has completed its financial and capital restructuring, with investment firms Davidson Kempner and Fortress becoming its majority shareholders, the company said.
The transaction follows court approval granted in July 2025 and marks the start of a new development phase for the group, which said it is moving forward with a streamlined organisation and simplified governance structure.
Bourbon said Gaël Bodénès has been appointed chief executive officer and will lead the company’s transformation plan through to mid-2026.
The group said its strengthened financial position will allow it to resume investments in its fleet, including offshore supply vessel (OSV) reactivations, life-extension programmes and the renewal of crewboats.
An executive committee has been appointed and a new board of directors named to oversee long-term strategy.
“Bourbon now benefits from a solid financial structure, a versatile fleet and a clear positioning in the offshore markets,” Bruno Chabas, chairman of the board, said in a statement.
Bodénès said the restructuring had restored stability to the group after a prolonged period of change. “I am very proud of the progress accomplished by Bourbon’s teams during this challenging transformation period,” he said, adding that the company had regained momentum.
Bourbon said demand in the offshore marine services market is rising, supported by the energy transition, with growth prospects across regions including West Africa, Guyana–Suriname, the Middle East and Asia.
