Bourbon, International leader in marine services for modern offshore

Cost control

Cost control : process industrialization

Cost control relies on two fundamental points:
the harmonization of resources to standardize operations globally, and the decentralization of BOURBON’s activities and organization when it comes to local dealings with the client.

Harmonization of resources

By 2015, BOURBON will have the most modern and the most integrated fl eet of vessels for offshore oil and gas services. Cost control starts with construction: the strategic choice to mass produce vessels at highly competitive shipyards has enabled a 15 to 30% saving on investments and has hastened the delivery times for the vessels.

An organization that is directly in touch with the field, and has solid support functions

BOURBON is expanding worldwide at the same time as respecting true partnership principles. Using this model, the Group has underpinned its international growth with a range of legal structures, in partnership or joint ventures with local organizations. It works in conjunction with the local situation in each operating zone, resulting in a further source of cost control. These regional entities benefit from the support of a solid back-office at BOURBON’s headquarters and an internal team of top-level experts who cover all the transversal support functions, especially in legal, administrative and financial areas. BOURBON’s unique organization and expertise thus make it possible to offer clients the strength of a global player offering consistent services worldwide with the flexibility of local structures that are totally integrated in their regional economies.