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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
     
    Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)
of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2010
GULFMARK OFFSHORE, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)
001-33607
(Commission file number)
76-0526032
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
         
  10111 Richmond Avenue, Suite 340, Houston, Texas   77042
  (Address of principal executive offices)   (Zip Code)
(713) 963-9522
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
     Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the Registrant was required to file such reports) and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.
YES ý       NO o
     Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files).
YES ý      NO o
     Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See definition of “large accelerated filer”, “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check One):
             
Large accelerated filer ý    Accelerated filer o    Non-accelerated filer   o
(Do not check if a smaller reporting company)
  Smaller reporting company o 
     Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).
YES o       NO ý
     Number of shares of Class A Common Stock, $0.01 par value, outstanding as of July 28, 2010: 26,211,461
(Exhibit Index Located on Page 26)


 

GulfMark Offshore, Inc.
Index
                 
            Page  
            Number  
Part I.   Financial Information        
    Item 1       3  
            3  
            4  
            5  
            6  
            7  
    Item 2       15  
    Item 3       23  
    Item 4       24  
       
 
       
Part II.   Other Information        
    Item 1A       24  
    Item 6       25  
    Signatures     25  
    Exhibit Index  
    26  

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PART 1. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
ITEM 1.   FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GULFMARK OFFSHORE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
                 
      June 30,   December 31,  
      2010   2009  
             
    (In thousands, except par value amount)
ASSETS
Current assets:
               
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 49,794     $ 92,079  
Trade accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $1,254 in 2010 and $334 in 2009
    76,129       76,554  
Other accounts receivable
    4,670       4,235  
Prepaid expenses and other
    21,923       12,206  
       
Total current assets
    152,516       185,074  
       
 
               
Vessels and equipment at cost, net of accumulated depreciation of $249,091 in 2010 and $239,518 in 2009
    1,165,956       1,164,067  
Construction in progress
    30,215       40,349  
Goodwill
    28,571       129,849  
Fair value hedges
    -       6,886  
Intangibles, net of accumulated amortization of $5,766 in 2010 and $4,325 in 2009
    28,832       30,273  
Deferred costs and other assets
    7,141       9,161  
       
Total assets
  $ 1,413,231     $ 1,565,659  
       
 
               
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:
               
Current portion of long-term debt
  $ 33,333     $ 33,333  
Accounts payable
    17,697       19,519  
Income taxes payable
    1,921       3,368  
Accrued personnel costs
    24,165       26,312  
Accrued interest expense
    5,758       5,966  
Other accrued liabilities
    11,183       8,535  
       
Total current liabilities
    94,057       97,033  
       
Long-term debt
    309,728       326,361  
Long-term income taxes:
               
Deferred tax liabilities
    109,060       112,960  
Other income taxes payable
    17,019       24,029  
Fair value hedges
    -       6,886  
Cash flow hedges
    7,565       6,422  
Other liabilities
    3,878       4,500  
Stockholders’ equity:
               
Preferred stock, no par value; 2,000 authorized; no shares issued
    -       -  
Class A Common Stock, $0.01 par value; 60,000 shares authorized; 26,211 and 25,906 shares issued and 25,933 and 25,697 outstanding, respectively; Class B Common Stock $.01 par value; 60,000 shares authorized; no shares issued
    258       255  
Additional paid-in capital
    366,332       362,022  
Retained earnings
    502,025       571,213  
Accumulated other comprehensive income
    3,693       54,005  
Treasury stock, at cost
    (6,977 )     (5,865 )
Deferred compensation expense
    6,593       5,838  
       
Total stockholders’ equity
    871,924       987,468  
       
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity
  $ 1,413,231     $ 1,565,659  
       
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.

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GULFMARK OFFSHORE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
                                             
    Three Months Ended   Six Months Ended
    June 30,   June 30,
    2010   2009   2010   2009
    (In thousands except per share amounts)
Revenue
  $ 92,782     $ 104,656     $ 177,433     $ 213,451  
Costs and expenses:
                               
Direct operating expenses
    42,658       39,132       85,727       79,614  
Drydock expense
    6,159       2,642       13,123       4,880  
General and administrative expenses
    11,456       11,565       23,187       22,105  
Depreciation and amortization
    13,977       13,146       27,952       25,516  
(Gain) loss on sale and involuntary disposal of assets
    106       (869 )     106       (5,501 )
Impairment charge
    97,665       -       97,665       46,247  
             
Total costs and expenses
    172,021       65,616       247,760       172,861  
             
Operating income (loss)
    (79,239 )     39,040       (70,327 )     40,590  
             
Other income (expense):
                               
Interest expense
    (5,062 )     (4,946 )     (10,051 )     (10,083 )
Interest income
    37       76       142       136  
Foreign currency gain (loss) and other
    (1,020 )     790       761       (1,416 )
             
Total other expense
    (6,045 )     (4,080 )     (9,148 )     (11,363 )
             
Income (loss) before income taxes
    (85,284 )     34,960       (79,475 )     29,227  
Income tax (provision) benefit
    (5,447 )     (37 )     10,287       19,917  
             
Net income (loss)
  $ (90,731 )   $ 34,923     $ (69,188 )   $ 49,144  
             
Earnings (loss) per share:
                               
Basic
    ($3.55 )   $ 1.39       ($2.72 )   $ 1.96  
             
Diluted
    ($3.55 )   $ 1.38       ($2.72 )   $ 1.94  
             
Weighted average shares outstanding:
                               
Basic
    25,546       25,132       25,470       25,055  
             
Diluted
    25,546       25,362       25,470       25,294  
             
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.

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GULFMARK OFFSHORE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2010
                                                                 
                            Accumulated                   Deferred    
            Additional           Other                   Compen-   Total
    Common   Paid-In   Retained   Comprehensive                   sation   Stockholders’
    Stock   Capital   Earnings   Income/(Loss)   Treasury Stock   Expense   Equity
                                            Share                
                                    Shares   Value                
    (In thousands)
Balance at December 31, 2009
  $ 255     $ 362,022     $ 571,213     $ 54,005       (209 )   $ (5,865 )   $ 5,838     $ 987,468  
Net loss
    -       -       (69,188 )     -       -       -       -       (69,188 )
Issuance of common stock
    2       5,022       -       -       -       -       -       5,024  
Exercise of stock options
    1       1,068       -       -       -       -       -       1,069  
Deferred compensation plan
    -       (1,780 )     -       -       (40 )     (1,112 )     755       (2,137 )
Unrealized gain on cash flow hedges
    -       -       -       (1,018 )     -       -       -       (1,018 )
Translation adjustment
    -       -       -       (49,294 )     -       -       -       (49,294 )
     
Balance at June 30, 2010
  $ 258     $ 366,332     $ 502,025     $ 3,693       (249 )   $ (6,977 )   $ 6,593     $ 871,924  
     
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.

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GULFMARK OFFSHORE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
                 
    Six Months Ended  
    June 30,  
    2010     2009  
    (In thousands)  
Cash flows from operating activities:
               
Net income (loss)
  $ (69,188 )   $ 49,144  
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities:
               
Depreciation and amortization
    27,952       25,516  
(Gain) loss on sale and involuntary disposal of assets
    106       (5,501 )
Impairment charge
    97,665       46,247  
Stock based compensation
    2,864       4,439  
Amortization of deferred financing costs on debt
    799       352  
Adjustment for doubtful accounts receivable, net of write-offs
    939       378  
Deferred income tax benefit
    (2,861 )     (23,600 )
Foreign currency transaction loss
    675       1,736  
Change in operating assets and liabilities:
               
Accounts receivable
    (3,725 )     7,197  
Prepaids and other
    (4,541 )     (4,407 )
Accounts payable
    (807 )     (1,970 )
Accrued liabilities and other
    (10,495 )     (8,308 )
       
Net cash provided by operating activities
    39,383       91,223  
Cash flows from investing activities:
               
Purchases of vessels and equipment
    (63,179 )     (28,778 )
Proceeds from disposition of assets
    890       8,410  
       
Net cash used in investing activities
    (62,289 )     (20,368 )
Cash flows from financing activities:
               
Repayments of debt
    (16,667 )     (13,735 )
Debt refinancing cost
    (2,000 )      
Proceeds from exercise of stock options
    1,069       693  
Proceeds from issuance of stock
    369       450  
       
Net cash used in financing activities
    (17,229 )     (12,592 )
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash
    (2,150 )     6,912  
       
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
    (42,285 )     65,175  
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the period
    92,079       100,761  
       
Cash and cash equivalents at end of the period
  $ 49,794     $ 165,936  
       
Supplemental cash flow information:
               
Interest paid, net of interest capitalized
  $ 8,095     $ 10,055  
       
Income taxes paid, net
  $ 3,166     $ 1,818  
       
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.

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GULFMARK OFFSHORE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS
(1) GENERAL INFORMATION
     The condensed consolidated financial statements of GulfMark Offshore, Inc. and its subsidiaries included herein have been prepared by us without audit, pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission, or SEC. Unless otherwise indicated, references to “we”, “us”, “our” and the “Company” refer collectively to GulfMark Offshore, Inc., its subsidiaries, and its predecessors. Certain information relating to our organization and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, or U.S. GAAP, has been condensed or omitted in this Form 10-Q pursuant to such rules and regulations. However, we believe that the disclosures herein are adequate to make the information presented not misleading. The consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2009, has been derived from the audited financial statements at that date but does not include all of the information and footnotes required by U.S. GAAP for complete financial statements. It is recommended that these financial statements be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and notes thereto included in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009.
     In the opinion of management, all adjustments, which include reclassification and normal recurring adjustments necessary to present fairly the financial statements for the periods indicated have been made. All significant intercompany accounts have been eliminated. Certain reclassifications of previously reported information may be made to conform with current year presentation.
     We provide offshore marine support and transportation services primarily to companies involved in the offshore exploration and production of oil and natural gas. Our vessels transport materials, supplies and personnel to offshore facilities, as well as move and position drilling structures. The majority of our operations are conducted in the North Sea and offshore Southeast Asia and the Americas. We also contract vessels into other regions to meet our customers’ requirements.
     Basic Earnings Per Share, or EPS, is computed by dividing net income (loss) by the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period. Diluted EPS is computed using the treasury stock method for common stock equivalents. The details of our EPS calculation are as follows (in thousands, except per share amounts):

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    Three Months Ended   Three Months Ended
    June 30, 2010   June 30, 2009
                    Per Share                   Per Share
    Income   Shares   Amount   Income   Shares   Amount
     
Earnings (loss) per share, basic
  $   (90,731 )     25,546     $   (3.55 )   $   34,923       25,132     $ 1.39  
Dilutive effect of common stock options and unvested restricted stock
    -       -       -       -       230         (0.01 )
     
Earnings (loss) per share, diluted
  $ (90,731 )     25,546     $ (3.55 )   $ 34,923       25,362     $ 1.38  
     
                                                 
    Six Months Ended    Six Months Ended
    June 30, 2010   June 30, 2009
     
      Per Share                   Per Share
    Income   Shares   Amount   Income   Shares   Amount
     
Earnings (loss) per share, basic
  $ (69,188 )     25,470     $ (2.72 )   $ 49,144       25,055     $ 1.96  
Dilutive effect of common stock options and unvested restricted stock
    -       -       -       -       239       (0.02 )
     
Earnings (loss) per share, diluted
  $ (69,188 )     25,470     $ (2.72 )   $ 49,144       25,294     $ 1.94  
     
(2)  COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
   
The components of comprehensive income, net of related tax for the three and six month periods ending June 30, 2010 and 2009 are as follows:
                                 
    Three Months Ended   Six Months Ended
    June 30,   June 30,
    2010   2009   2010   2009
    (In thousands)   (In thousands)
Net income (loss)
  $ (90,731 )   $ 34,923     $ (69,188 )   $ 49,144  
 
Comprehensive income (loss):
                               
 
Unrealized gain on cash flow hedge
    (464 )     1,306       (1,018 )     2,006  
 
Foreign currency translation
    (23,811 )     52,951       (49,294 )     53,911  
             
 
Total comprehensive income (loss)
  $   (115,006 )   $   89,180     $   (119,500 )   $   105,061  
             
     Our accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) item relates primarily to our cumulative foreign currency translation adjustments and adjustments related to the cash flow hedges.
(3)  IMPAIRMENT CHARGE
Goodwill
     Our goodwill consists of $97.7 million related to an acquisition in our Americas region and $28.6 million related to acquisitions in the North Sea region. The determination of impairment of all long-lived assets, goodwill, and intangibles is conducted when indicators of impairment are present and at least annually for goodwill. Impairment testing for goodwill is performed on a reporting segment basis.
     In the second quarter of 2010, we assessed our Americas region goodwill for impairment. In our assessment, we evaluated the impact on the segment’s fair value due to the recent events in the U.S. Gulf Of Mexico relating to the April 20, 2010 explosion and fire on a

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deepwater drilling rig, the resulting oil spill and the U.S. Department of Interior moratorium on deepwater drilling. The ramifications of the events in the Gulf of Mexico were not considered in our first quarter analysis and disclosure, but are considered to have a material effect in our second quarter analysis. The Gulf of Mexico market is generally divided into two distinct areas: shallow-water and deepwater. The deepwater market has historically been less volatile and more profitable. Our long-term strategy has been to become more focused on the deepwater business. The ban on new drilling permits issued on April 30 and the deepwater drilling moratorium issued on May 28, 2010 have negatively impacted our outlook for deepwater drilling. Although the subject of ongoing litigation, the moratorium presently extends to November 30, 2010.
     Based on the factors discussed above, which were incorporated into our evaluations and testing as prescribed under U.S. GAAP, we determined that an impairment of our Americas region goodwill exists. As a result, we recorded a $97.7 million impairment charge as of June 30, 2010, reflecting all of our Americas region goodwill. The non-cash charge does not impact our liquidity or debt covenant compliance.
Vessels Under Construction
     In March 2009, we notified a shipyard building three of the vessels in our new build program that they were in default under the construction contract. The default arose as a result of non-performance under the terms of the contract caused by financial difficulties of the shipyard. Construction on these vessels was stopped. We determined that we had a material impairment and recognized a charge of $46.2 million in the first quarter of 2009 pertaining to the construction in progress related to this contract. That charge represented the full amount of our investment in these vessels. The shipyard building the three vessels is in Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. We are pursuing our claims and remedies in the bankruptcy proceedings.
(4) FLEET EXPANSION AND RENEWAL PROGRAM
     During 2010, we have taken delivery of three vessels that were under construction at December 31, 2009. As of July 28, 2010, we have one vessel that is being held for sale and have no vessels under construction. The following table illustrates the details of the vessels added since December 31, 2009.
                                                         
Vessel Additions Since December 31, 2009  
 
                    Year     Length                     Month  
Vessel   Region     Type (1)     Built     (feet)     BHP (2)     DWT (3)     Delivered  
 
 
North Purpose
  N. Sea   PSV     2010       284       10,600       4,850     Feb-10
Sea Valiant
  SEA   AHTS     2010       230       10,000       2,150     Jun-10
Sea Victor
  SEA   AHTS     2010       230       10,000       2,150     Jul-10
 
1)   AHTS - Anchor handling, towing and supply vessel
FSV - Fast supply vessel
PSV - Platform supply vessel
SpV - Specialty vessel, including towing and oil response
SmAHTS - Small anchor handling, towing and supply vessel
 
2)   BHP - Breakhorse power
 
3)   DWT - Deadweight tons
     Interest is capitalized in connection with the construction of vessels. During the three month periods ended June 30, 2010 and 2009, $0.7 million and $1.0 million of interest, respectively, was capitalized. During the six month periods ended June 30, 2010 and 2009, $1.3 million and $2.4 million, respectively, was capitalized.

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(5) INCOME TAXES
     We consider earnings of certain foreign subsidiaries to be permanently reinvested, and as such, we have not provided for any U.S. federal or state income taxes on those earnings. Also, many of our foreign subsidiaries are subject to foreign tax systems that provide significant tax incentives to qualified shipping activities. These incentives result in statutory tax rates in those foreign jurisdictions that are very low. Because of the significant difference in statutory rates among the various taxing jurisdictions in which we operate, relatively small changes in pre-tax profitability among those various jurisdictions can cause considerable variability in the overall effective tax rate.
     As previously announced, in February 2010 the Norwegian Supreme Court ruled unconstitutional the 2007 legislation to begin taxing previously untaxed pre-2007 tonnage tax profits. This decision is a change in tax law and, accordingly, we recorded a $15.0 million tax benefit, including a cash refund of approximately $3.0 million, in our tax provision for the quarter ended March 31, 2010 to reflect the elimination of this previously recorded income tax liability. As part of Norway’s revised 2010 budget process, on June 25, 2010 new tax legislation regarding pre-2007 tonnage tax profits was signed into law. Accordingly, in the second quarter of 2010 we recorded a $4.9 million tax expense.
     Our income tax expense for the first half of 2010 was a benefit of $10.3 million and our income tax expense for the quarter ended June 30, 2010 was a provision of $5.4 million. These amounts include the two special items noted above. Before these two special items, our tax provision for the first half of 2010 was a benefit of $0.2 million and our tax provision for the second quarter of 2010 was a provision of $0.6 million. The low effective income tax rate in 2010 is a result of lower profitability in the higher tax rate jurisdictions in which we operate.
(6) COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
     We have contingent liabilities and future claims for which we have made estimates of the amount of the eventual cost to liquidate such liabilities or claims. These may involve threatened or actual litigation where damages have not been specifically quantified but we have made an assessment of our exposure and recorded a provision in our accounts for the expected loss. Other claims or liabilities, including those related to taxes in foreign jurisdictions or the industry-wide, multi-employer, defined benefit pension fund, Merchant Officers Pension Fund in the U.K., may be estimated based on our experience or estimated liabilities in these matters and, where appropriate, the advice of outside counsel or other outside experts. Upon the ultimate resolution of the uncertainties surrounding our estimates of contingent liabilities and future claims, our future reported financial results would be impacted by the difference between our estimates and the actual amounts paid to settle them. Our contingent liabilities are based on the most recent information available to us regarding the nature of the exposure. In the recent past, our estimates for contingent liabilities have been sufficient to cover the actual amount of our exposure.
(7) DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
     Derivative instruments are accounted for at fair value. The accounting for changes in the fair value of a derivative depends on the intended use and designation of the derivative instrument. For a derivative instrument designated as a fair value hedge, the gain or loss on the derivative is recognized in earnings in the period of change in fair value together with the

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offsetting gain or loss on the hedged item. For a derivative instrument designated as a cash flow hedge, the effective portion of the derivative’s gain or loss is initially reported as a component of Other Comprehensive Income (“OCI”) and is subsequently recognized in earnings when the hedged exposure affects earnings. The ineffective portion of the gain or loss is recognized in earnings. Gains and losses from changes in fair values of derivatives that are not designated as hedges for accounting purposes are recognized in earnings.
     Using derivative instruments means assuming counterparty credit risk. Counterparty credit risk relates to the loss we could incur if a counterparty were to default on a derivative contract. We deal with investment grade counterparties and monitor the overall credit risk and exposure to individual counterparties. We do not anticipate nonperformance by any counterparties. The amount of counterparty credit exposure is the unrealized gains, if any, on such derivative contracts. We do not require, nor do we post, collateral or security on such contracts.
Hedging Strategy
     We are exposed to certain risks relating to our ongoing business operations. As a result, we enter into derivative transactions to manage certain of these exposures that arise in the normal course of business. The primary risks managed by using derivative instruments are foreign currency exchange rate and interest rate risks. Fluctuations in these rates and prices can affect our operating results and financial condition. We manage the exposure to these market risks through operating and financing activities and through the use of derivative financial instruments. We do not enter into derivative financial instruments for trading or speculative purposes.
     We have periodically entered into forward foreign currency contracts which are designated as fair value hedges and are highly effective, as the terms of the forward contracts are the same as the purchase commitments under the related contract. Any gains or losses resulting from changes in fair value are recognized in income with an offsetting adjustment to income for changes in the fair value of the hedged item such that there was no net impact in the consolidated statements of operations. As of June 30, 2010, we have no open contracts.
     We entered into an interest rate swap with the objective of reducing our exposure to interest rate risk for $100.0 million of our $200.0 million Facility Agreement variable-rate debt. At June 30, 2010, our interest rate derivative instruments have an outstanding notional amount of $100.0 million and have been designated as cash flow hedges. The critical terms of these swaps, including reset dates and floating rate indices match those of our underlying variable-rate debt and no ineffectiveness has been recorded.
Early Hedge Settlement
     During December 2009, we cash settled certain interest rate swap contracts prior to their scheduled settlement dates. As a result of these transactions, we paid $6.4 million in cash, which represented the fair value of these contracts at the date of settlement. Unrecognized losses of $2.9 million are recorded as of June 30, 2010 in accumulated OCI related to these interest rate swaps. This balance will be amortized into interest expense through December 31, 2012 based on forecasted payments as of the settlement date.

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     The following table quantifies the fair values, on a gross basis, of all our derivative contracts and identifies the balance sheet location as of June 30, 2010 and December 31, 2009 (dollars in thousands):
                                                                 
    Asset Derivatives     Liability Derivatives  
    June 30, 2010     December 31, 2009     June 30, 2010     December 31, 2009  
Derivatives
designed as
hedging
  Balance Sheet             Balance Sheet             Balance Sheet             Balance Sheet        
instruments   Location     Fair Value     Location     Fair Value     Location     Fair Value     Location     Fair Value  
Foreign exchange contract
  Fair Value Hedges   $ -     Fair Value Hedges   $ 6,886     Fair Value Hedges   $ -     Fair Value Hedges   $ 6,886  
 
                                                               
Interest rate swaps
            -               -     Cash flow hedges     7,565     Cash flow hedges     6,422  
 
                                                               
 
                                                       
 
          $ -             $ 6,886             $ 7,565             $ 13,308  
 
                                                       
     The following tables quantify the amount of gain or loss recognized during the three and six months ended June 30, and identify the consolidated statement of operations location:
                         
    Location of Gain or Loss     Amount of Gain or Loss  
Derivatives in fair value   Recognized in Income on     Recognized in Income on  
hedging relationships   Derivative     Derivative  
            2010     2009  
            (in thousands)  
Foreign exchange contracts
  See note.   $ -     $ -  
Note: Our foreign exchange contracts relate to construction projects.
     The changes in value are included in construction in progress on the consolidated balance sheet.
                                         
                    Location of Gain or (Loss)     Amount of Gain or (Loss)  
    Amount of Gain or (Loss)     Reclassified from     Reclassified from  
Derivatives in cash flow   Recognized in OCI on     Accumulated OCI into     Accumulated OCI into  
hedging relationships   Derivative     Income     Income  
    Six Months Ended June 30             Six Months Ended June 30  
    2010     2009             2010     2009  
    (in thousands)             (in thousands)  
Interest rate contracts
  $ (3,202 )   $ (2,006 )   Interest expense   $ (1,317 )   $ (2,029 )
 
    Three Months Ended June 30             Three Months Ended June 30  
    2010     2009             2010     2009  
    (in thousands)             (in thousands)  
Interest rate contracts
  $ (1,552 )   $ (1,306 )   Interest expense   $ (657 )   $ (1,007 )

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(8) FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
     Each asset and liability required to be carried at fair value is classified under one of the following criteria:
Level 1: Quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities
Level 2: Observable market based inputs or unobservable inputs that are corroborated by market data
Level 3: Unobservable inputs that are not corroborated by market data
Financial Instruments
     At December 31, 2009, we maintained fair value hedges associated with firm contractual commitments for future vessel payments denominated in a foreign currency. These forward contracts were designated as fair value hedges and were highly effective, as the terms of the forward contracts were the same as the purchase commitment under the new build contract. We recognized the fair value of our derivative assets as a Level 2 valuation. We determined the fair value of our financial instrument position based upon the forward contract price and the foreign currency exchange rate as of December 31, 2009. We took delivery of the new build vessel associated with the contract in the first quarter of 2010 and settled the contracts. At June 30, 2010, we did not have any open fair value hedges.
     On December 17, 2009, we entered into a $200.0 million facility agreement. Concurrently, we entered into an interest rate swap agreement for approximately $100.0 million of the Facility Agreement indebtedness that has fixed the interest rate at 4.145%. The interest rate swap is accounted for as cash flow hedge. We report changes in the fair value of the cash flow hedges in accumulated other comprehensive income. The consolidated balance sheet contains cash flow hedges within other long term liabilities, reflecting the fair value of the interest rate swap which was $7.6 million at June 30, 2010. We expect to reclassify $2.0 million of deferred loss on the current interest rate swap to interest expense during the next 12 months. We recognize the fair value of our derivative swaps as a Level 2 valuation. We determined the fair value of our interest rate swap based on the contractual fixed rate in the swap agreement and the forward curve of three month LIBOR supplied by the bank as of June 30, 2010.
     The following table presents information about our assets (liabilities) measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of June 30, 2010, and indicates the fair value hierarchy we utilized to determine such fair value (in millions).
                                 
    Level 1     Level 2     Level 3     Total  
Cash Flow Hedges
  $ -     $ (7.6 )   $ -     $ (7.6 )
 
                       
(9) OPERATING SEGMENT INFORMATION
     We operate three segments: the North Sea, Southeast Asia and the Americas, each of which is considered a reportable segment under FASB ASC 280, “Segment Reporting”. Our management evaluates segment performance primarily based on operating income. Cash and debt are managed centrally. Because the regions do not manage those items, the gains and losses on foreign currency remeasurements associated with these items are excluded from operating income. Our management considers segment operating income to be a good indicator of each

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segment’s operating performance from its continuing operations, as it represents the results of the ownership interest in operations without regard to financing methods or capital structures. Each operating segment’s operating income (loss) is summarized in the following table, and detailed discussions below.
Operating Income (Loss) by Operating Segment
                                         
            Southeast                    
    North Sea     Asia     Americas     Other     Total  
    (In thousands)  
Quarter Ended June 30, 2010
                                       
Revenue
  $   37,217     $   16,841     $ 38,724     $ -     $ 92,782  
Direct operating expenses
    19,299       2,385       20,974       -       42,658  
Drydock expense
    1,489       1,637       3,033       -       6,159  
General and administrative expenses
    2,700       763       2,361       5,632       11,456  
Depreciation and amortization expense
    4,624       2,036       7,084       233       13,977  
Loss on sale of assets
    -       -       109       (3 )     106  
Impairment Charge
    -       -       97,665       -       97,665  
     
Operating income (loss)
  $ 9,105     $ 10,020     $   (92,502 )   $   (5,862 )   $   (79,239 )
     
 
                                       
Quarter Ended June 30, 2009
                                       
Revenue
  $ 46,324     $ 19,517     $ 38,815     $ -     $ 104,656  
Direct operating expenses
    17,378       2,068       19,686       -       39,132  
Drydock expense
    657       489       1,496       -       2,642  
General and administrative expenses
    2,463       578       2,194       6,330       11,565  
Depreciation and amortization expense
    4,215       1,703       7,029       199       13,146  
Gain on sale of assets
    (869 )     -       -       -       (869 )
Impairment Charge
    -       -       -       -       -  
     
Operating income (loss)
  $ 22,480     $ 14,679     $ 8,410     $ (6,529 )   $ 39,040  
     
                                         
            Southeast                    
    North Sea     Asia     Americas     Other     Total  
    (In thousands)  
Six Months Ended June 30, 2010
                                       
Revenue
  $ 72,492     $ 32,668     $ 72,273     $ -     $ 177,433  
Direct operating expenses
    39,465       4,710       41,552       -       85,727  
Drydock expense
    3,519       3,583       6,021       -       13,123  
General and administrative expenses
    5,521       1,362       4,547       11,757       23,187  
Depreciation and amortization expense
    9,284       4,001       14,212       455       27,952  
Loss on sale of assets
    -       -       109       (3 )     106  
Impairment charge
    -       -       97,665       -       97,665  
     
Operating income (loss)
  $ 14,703     $ 19,012     $ (91,833 )   $   (12,209 )   $   (70,327 )
     
 
                                       
Six Months Ended June 30, 2009
                                       
Revenue
  $ 90,235     $ 37,186     $ 86,030     $ -     $ 213,451  
Direct operating expenses
    36,835       4,066       38,713       -       79,614  
Drydock expense
    2,317       1,049       1,514       -       4,880  
General and administrative expenses
    4,955       1,411       4,303       11,436       22,105  
Depreciation and amortization expense
    8,221       3,262       13,648       385       25,516  
Gain on sale of assets
    (4,058 )     (1,438 )     (5 )     -       (5,501 )
Impairment charge
    -       -       46,247       -       46,247  
     
Operating income (loss)
  $ 41,965     $ 28,836     $ (18,390 )   $ (11,821 )   $ 40,590  
     

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ITEM 2.   MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
     We provide offshore marine support and transportation services primarily to companies involved in the offshore exploration and production of oil and natural gas. Our vessels transport drilling materials, supplies and personnel to offshore facilities, as well as move and position drilling structures. The North Sea, offshore Southeast Asia, offshore West Africa, offshore Middle East, offshore Brazil and the Gulf of Mexico are each major markets that employ a large number of vessels. Vessel usage is also significant in other international markets, including offshore India, offshore Australia, offshore Trinidad, the Persian Gulf and the Mediterranean Sea. The industry is relatively fragmented, with more than 20 major participants and numerous small regional competitors. We currently operate a fleet of 89 offshore support vessels in the following regions: 38 vessels in the North Sea, 15 vessels offshore Southeast Asia, and 36 vessels in the Americas. We have one vessel held for sale, which is not included in our fleet numbers. Our owned fleet is one of the world’s youngest, largest and most geographically balanced, high specification offshore support vessel fleets and our owned vessels (excluding specialty vessels) have an average age of approximately eight years.
     Our results of operations are directly impacted by the level of activity in worldwide offshore oil and natural gas exploration, development and production. This activity is in turn influenced by trends in oil and natural gas prices. Oil and natural gas prices are affected by a host of geopolitical, regulatory and economic forces, including the fundamental principles of supply and demand. Over the last few years commodity prices were at record highs, resulting in oil and natural gas companies increasing exploration and development activities. However, as a result of the world economic crisis, commodity prices have declined and we have experienced a reduction in the level of activity.
     On April 20, 2010, an explosion and fire on a deepwater U.S. Gulf of Mexico drilling rig occurred, resulting in loss of life, multiple injuries, a continually growing oil spill and a U.S. Department of Interior moratorium on deepwater drilling on the outer continental shelf. The incident is expected to have a material impact on our U.S. Gulf of Mexico operations and was a key factor in our assessment of impairment of the Americas’ region goodwill.
     We currently have a significant portion of our U.S. fleet involved in the clean-up efforts in the Gulf of Mexico, and these vessels, at some time, may be released into a potentially restricted, and more competitive, market in the Gulf of Mexico. We may attempt to relocate these vessels to other location in the Americas if more profitable opportunities arise outside the Gulf of Mexico.
     The operations of our fleet may be subject to seasonal factors. Operations in the North Sea are often at their highest levels from April to August, and at their lowest levels from November to February. Operations in our other areas, although involving some seasonal factors, tend to remain more consistent throughout the year. We have historically, to the extent possible, accomplished the majority of our drydocks, which are maintenance and repairs designed to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and maintaining certifications for our vessels with various international classification societies, during these seasonal decreases in demand in order to minimize downtime during our traditionally peak demand periods. When a vessel is drydocked, we incur not only the drydocking cost but also the loss of revenue from the vessel during the drydock period. The demands of the market, the expiration of existing contracts, the start of new contracts and the availability allowed by our customers influence the timing of drydocks throughout the year. During the first six months of 2010, we completed 337 drydock days, compared to 178 drydock days completed in the same period last year.

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     We provide management services to other vessel owners for a fee, which is included in revenue. Charter revenues and vessel expenses of these managed vessels are not included in our operating results. These vessels are excluded for purposes of calculating fleet rates per day worked and utilization in the applicable periods.
     Our operating costs are primarily a function of fleet configuration. The most significant direct operating costs are wages paid to vessel crews, maintenance and repairs, and marine insurance. Generally, fluctuations in vessel utilization have little effect on direct operating costs in the short term. As a result, direct operating costs as a percentage of revenues may vary substantially due to changes in day rates and utilization.
     In addition to direct operating costs, we incur fixed charges related to the depreciation of our fleet and costs for routine drydock inspections.
Critical Accounting Policies
     There have been no changes to the critical accounting policies used in our reporting of results of operations and financial position. For a discussion of our critical accounting policies see Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009.
Goodwill
     Our goodwill consists of $97.7 million related to an acquisition in our Americas region and $28.6 million related to acquisitions in the North Sea region. The determination of impairment of all long-lived assets, goodwill, and intangibles is conducted when indicators of impairment are present and at least annually for goodwill. Impairment testing for goodwill is performed on a reporting segment basis.
     In the second quarter of 2010, we assessed our Americas region goodwill for impairment. In our assessment, we evaluated the impact on the segment’s fair value due to the recent events in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico relating to the April 20, 2010 explosion and fire on a deepwater drilling rig, the resulting oil spill and the U.S. Department of Interior moratorium on deepwater drilling. The ramifications of the events in the Gulf of Mexico were not considered in our first quarter analysis and disclosure, but are considered to have a material effect in our second quarter analysis. The Gulf of Mexico market is generally divided into two distinct areas: shallow-water and deepwater. The deepwater market has historically been less volatile and more profitable. Our long-term strategy has been to become more focused on the deepwater business. The ban on new drilling permits issued on April 30 and the deepwater drilling moratorium issued on May 28, 2010 have negatively impacted our outlook for deepwater drilling. Although the subject of ongoing litigation, the moratorium presently extends to November 30, 2010.
     Based on the factors discussed above, which were incorporated into our evaluations and testing as prescribed under U.S. GAAP, we determined that an impairment of our Americas region goodwill exists. As a result, we recorded a $97.7 million impairment charge as of June 30, 2010, reflecting all of our Americas region goodwill. The non-cash charge does not impact our liquidity or debt covenant compliance.

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Results of Operations
     The table below sets forth, by region, the average day rates and utilization for our vessels and the average number of vessels owned or chartered during the periods indicated. This fleet generates substantially all of our revenues and operating profit. We use the information that follows to evaluate the performance of our business.
                                 
    Three Months Ended     Six Months Ended  
    June 30,     June 30,  
    2010     2009     2010     2009  
Revenues by Region (000’s) (a):
                               
North Sea Based Fleet (c)
  $ 37,217     $ 46,324     $ 72,492     $ 90,235  
Southeast Asia Based Fleet
    16,841       19,517       32,668       37,186  
Americas Based Fleet
    38,724       38,815       72,273       86,030  
 
                               
Rates Per Day Worked (a) (b):
                               
North Sea Based Fleet (c)
  $ 16,478     $ 21,199     $ 16,621     $ 21,138  
Southeast Asia Based Fleet
    16,817       21,201       17,387       20,959  
Americas Based Fleet
    13,486       15,704       13,428       16,541  
 
                               
Overall Utilization (a) (b):
                               
North Sea Based Fleet
    95.1 %     93.1 %     94.5 %     88.8 %
Southeast Asia Based Fleet
    92.8 %     93.8 %     88.0 %     90.5 %
Americas Based Fleet
    91.7 %     79.9 %     85.7 %     86.2 %
 
                               
Average Owned/Chartered Vessels (a) (d):
                               
North Sea Based Fleet (c)
    25.2       25.0       24.8       25.4  
Southeast Asia Based Fleet
    12.1       11.0       12.1       11.1  
Americas Based Fleet
    35.3       34.8       35.7       34.0  
         
Total
    72.6       70.8       72.6       70.5  
         
 
(a)  
Includes all owned or bareboat chartered vessels.
 
(b)  
Rate per day worked is defined as total charter revenues divided by number of days worked. Utilization rate is defined as the total days worked divided by total days of availability in the period.
 
(c)  
Revenues for vessels in the North Sea based fleet are primarily earned in Pound Sterling (GBP), Norwegian Kroner (NOK) and Euros, and have been converted to U.S. Dollars (US$) at the average exchange rate for the period. The average equivalent exchange rate per one US$ for the periods indicated is as shown in “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations – Currency Fluctuations and Inflation” on page 21.
 
(d)  
Average number of vessels is calculated based on the aggregate number of vessel days available during each period divided by the number of calendar days in such period. Includes owned and bareboat vessels only, and is adjusted for vessel additions and dispositions occurring during each period.
Comparison of the Three Months Ended June 30, 2010 with the Three Months Ended June 30, 2009
     For the quarter ended June 30, 2010, we had a net loss of $90.7 million, or $3.55 per diluted share, on revenues of $92.8 million. Included in the loss is a $97.7 million, or $3.82 per diluted share, goodwill impairment charge described previously. For the same 2009 period, net income was $34.9 million, or $1.38 per diluted share, on revenues of $104.7 million.

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     Our revenues for the quarter ended June 30, 2010, decreased $11.9 million, or 11.3%, compared to the second quarter of 2009. The decrease in revenue was due mainly to a combination of currency effect and a decrease in average day rates from $18,676 in the second quarter of 2009 to $15,101 in the current year quarter, which negatively impacted revenue by $15.8 million. The decrease was partially offset by an increase in capacity of $5.0 million related to the deliveries in late 2009 and early 2010 of five new vessels. Overall utilization increased from 86.9% in the second quarter of 2009 to 93.0% in the current year quarter, however the mix of days worked associated with vessels with lower day rates resulted in a $1.1 million decrease in revenue.
North Sea
     Revenues in the North Sea region decreased by $9.1 million, or 19.7%, to $37.2 million in the second quarter of 2010 compared to the same period of 2009. This decrease was a result of a combination of currency effects and the decrease in day rates from $21,199 to $16,478, which contributed $7.6 million to the decrease in revenue. This is offset by the increase in capacity of $2.0 million resulting primarily from the delivery of two new vessels, one in the fourth quarter of 2009 and one in the first quarter of 2010. Even though utilization increased from 93.1% in the second quarter of 2009 to 95.1% in the current quarter, revenue decreased by $3.5 million reflecting the negative effects of the mix of days worked associated with lower day rate vessels. Operating income decreased $13.4 million compared to the prior year quarter, due to the decrease in revenue and higher operating expenses. Drydock expense increased by $0.8 million due to approximately 18 more drydock days. Depreciation expense increased mainly due to the new vessel additions. General and administrative expense in the second quarter of 2010 was $2.7 million compared to $2.5 million in the prior year quarter.
Southeast Asia
     Revenues for our Southeast Asia based fleet decreased by $2.7 million, or 13.7%, to $16.8 million in the second quarter of 2010. The decrease was primarily attributable to the decrease in day rates from $21,201 in the second quarter of 2009 to $16,817 in the current year quarter which, coupled with currency effects, reduced revenue by $4.6 million. Capacity increased revenue by $2.8 million as a result of the addition of one new vessel in the third quarter of 2009. Utilization for the second quarter of 2010 decreased from 93.8% to 92.8% in 2010 reducing revenue by $0.9 million. Operating income for Southeast Asia was $10.0 million in the second quarter of 2010 compared to $14.7 million in the same 2009 quarter. The decrease is due mainly to the decrease in revenue coupled with an increase in drydock cost. Drydock costs increased by $1.1 million as a result of 32 more drydock days in the second quarter of 2010 than in 2009.
Americas
     The Americas region revenues for the second quarter of 2010 was basically unchanged compared to the second quarter of 2009. Utilization increased from 80.2% in the second quarter of 2009 to 91.7% in the current year quarter contributing $3.3 million to revenue. Day rates decreased from $15,637 in the second quarter of 2009 to $13,486 in the current year quarter, negatively impacting revenue by $3.6 million. Two vessels added to our capacity in the second half of 2009 increased revenue by $0.3 million. Operating loss was $92.5 million in the second quarter of 2010 compared to operating income of $8.4 million in the second quarter of 2009. The 2010 operating loss includes a $97.7 million charge related to the impairment of goodwill. Absent this charge, the region generated operating income of $5.2 million. The decrease in

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operating income is due mainly to a $1.3 million increase in direct operating costs and a $1.5 million increase in drydock costs. Although we experienced 10 less drydock days in the second quarter of 2010 compared to 2009, the average cost of the drydocks was substantially higher.
Other
     Other expenses in the second quarter of 2010 increased by $2.0 million compared to the prior year quarter, resulting primarily from $1.8 million in higher expense related to foreign currency, which reflects the increased strength of the U.S. Dollar, primarily against the GBP and NOK.
Tax Provision
     Our income tax expense for the second quarter of 2010 was $5.4 million, compared to $0.04 million for the second quarter of 2009. The increase in the 2010 period was primarily attributable to the $4.9 million Norwegian tax liability.
Comparison of the Six Months Ended June 30, 2010 with the Six Months Ended June 30, 2009
     For the six months ended June 30, 2010, we had a net loss of $69.2 million, or $2.72 per diluted share, on revenues of $177.4 million. During the same period in 2009, net income was $49.1 million, or $1.94 per diluted share, on revenues of $213.5 million. The 2010 net loss included a $97.7 million goodwill impairment charge and the 2009 income was impacted by a $46.2 million impairment charge related to construction in progress.
     Revenue decreased $36.0 million period over period. The decrease was due mainly to lower day rates, offset by the increase in capacity as we benefited from the full period effect of new vessel deliveries.
     Operating income for the six month period absent the impairment charges was $27.3 million for 2010 and $86.8 million in 2009. The decrease is primarily due to the decrease in revenue and an increase in direct operating cost and drydock cost coupled with the lower gains on asset sales. Contributing to the increase cost was the weakening of the U.S. Dollar against the GBP and NOK.
North Sea
     North Sea revenue decreased 19.7%, or $17.7 million, in the first six months of 2010 compared to 2009. The effect of the weakening of the U.S. Dollar increased revenue by $3.3 million, however average day rates decreased from $21,138 in 2009 to $16,621 in 2010 contributing $23.3 million to the decrease in revenue. This decrease was partially offset by the increase in fleet size due to the addition of two vessels after the second quarter of 2009, positively impacting revenue by $2.3 million. Utilization increased from 88.8% in 2009 to 94.5% in 2010. The impact to revenue was minimal due to the mix of higher utilization on lower day rate vessels. Operating income decreased $27.3 million from 2009 to 2010 resulting primarily from the decrease in revenue, coupled with an increase in operating cost, resulting from the increase in vessels, higher drydock costs and lower gains on assets sales.

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Southeast Asia
     Revenue for our Southeast Asia based fleet decreased by $4.5 million, or 12.1%, from $37.2 million in the first six months of 2009 to $32.7 million in the same 2010 period. The decrease was primarily attributable to a decrease in day rates and utilization, offset by an increase in fleet size as a result of the addition of one vessel subsequent to the second quarter of 2009. Day rates decreased from $20,959 in 2009 to $17,387 in 2010, which coupled with foreign currency effects, contributed $7.2 million to the decrease in revenue. The increase in fleet size contributed $6.2 million to revenue. Utilization decreased from 90.5% in 2009 to 88.5% in 2010, reducing revenue by $3.5 million. Operating income decreased $9.8 million from $28.8 million in 2009 to $19.0 million this year. The decrease resulted from the lower revenues, increased in drydock costs resulting from an additional 66 drydock days and a decrease on gain on sale of assets.
Americas
     Our Americas region revenue decreased $13.8 million, from $86.0 million in 2009 to $72.3 million in 2010. Utilization decreased from 86.4% to 85.7% resulting in a $1.4 million decrease in revenues. Capacity increased revenue by $1.4 million, as we added three new vessels in the last half of 2009 offset by the sale of one vessel in the second quarter of 2010. A decrease in day rates from $16,503 in 2009 to $13,428 in 2010, coupled with currency fluctuations, decreased revenue by $13.8 million. We experienced an operating loss in the first six months of 2010 totaling $91.8 million due primarily to a $97.7 million goodwill impairment charge. Absent the charge, the region would have reported operating income of $5.8 million. We also recorded impairment of vessels under construction totaling $46.2 million in the first six months of 2009. Absent that charge, 2009 operating income would have been $27.9 million. Excluding the impairment charges, our operating income decreased by $22.1 million. This is the result of decreased revenue and increased operating costs, due to the increase in vessels, and higher drydock costs. Drydock costs increased $4.5 million as we experienced 84 more drydock days than in 2009.
Other
     In the six months ended June 30, 2010, other expenses totaled $9.1 million, a decrease of $2.2 million from 2009. The decrease was due primarily to the effect of the weakening of the U.S. Dollar mainly against the GBP and NOK.
Tax Provision
     We recorded a $10.3 million income tax benefit for the first half of 2010 compared to a benefit of $19.9 million for the same 2009 period. Excluding special items, our effective tax rate for the first six months of 2010 was 0.7%, which is lower than the 3.4% effective tax rate for 2009 due to our profitability from operations in higher tax jurisdictions decreasing year over year.
Liquidity, Capital Resources and Financial Condition
     Our ongoing liquidity requirements are generally associated with our need to service debt, fund working capital, acquire or improve equipment and make other investments. Since inception, we have been active in the acquisition of additional vessels through both the resale market and new construction. Bank financing, equity capital and internally generated funds have

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historically provided funding for these activities. Internally generated funds are directly related to fleet activity and vessel day rates, which are generally dependent upon the demand for our vessels which is ultimately determined by the supply and demand of crude oil and natural gas.
     Net working capital at June 30, 2010, was $58.5 million. Cash on hand at June 30, 2010 totaled $49.8 million. For the three months ended June 30, 2010, net cash provided by operating activities was $17.4 million, cash used in investing activities was $7.1 million and cash used in financing activities was $7.8 million. The $97.7 million goodwill impairment did not affect our cash flows, liquidity or debt covenant compliance. Total debt at June 30, 2010 was $343.1 million, and debt net of cash on hand was $293.3 million. At June 30, 2010 we did not have any amount drawn under our $175.0 million revolving credit facility. In July 2010, we borrowed $51.0 million on the facility for working capital purposes. While we have no remaining capital commitments under our new build program, we will continue to pursue capital projects that allow us to maintain and improve our fleet value, mix and earnings capacity.
     We anticipate that our current level of cash on hand, cash flows from operations, and availability under our credit facility will be adequate to repay our debts due and will provide sufficient resources to finance our operating requirements. However, our ability to fund working capital, capital expenditures and debt service in excess of cash on hand will be dependent upon the success of our operations. To the extent that existing sources are insufficient to meet those cash requirements, we would seek other debt or equity financing; however, we can give no assurances that such debt or equity financing would be available or available at acceptable terms.
Currency Fluctuations and Inflation
     The majority of our operations are international; therefore we are exposed to currency fluctuations and exchange rate risks. Charters for vessels in the North Sea fleet are primarily denominated in Pounds Sterling (GBP) with a portion denominated in Norwegian Kroner (NOK) and Euros. Mostly all of our operating costs are denominated in the same currency as charter hire in order to reduce the risk of currency fluctuations. For the periods indicated, the average equivalent exchange rate per one U.S. Dollar were:
                                 
    Three Months Ended   Six Months Ended
    June 30,   June 30,
    2010   2009   2010   2009
    1 US$=   1 US$=
GBP
    0.670       0.644       0.655       0.669  
NOK
    6.217       6.483       6.034       6.665  
Euro
    0.748       0.734       0.753       0.750  
     Reflected in the accompanying balance sheet as of June 30, 2010, is $3.7 million in accumulated other comprehensive income which consists of $7.3 million that is related to changes in foreign currency exchange rates offset by $3.6 million of accumulated losses related to the cash flow hedges. Changes in the other comprehensive income are primarily non-cash items that are attributable to investments in vessels and dollar based capitalization between our parent company and our foreign subsidiaries.
     After evaluating the U.S. Dollar debt, we have determined that it is in our best interest not to use any financial instruments to hedge the exposure of our revenue and costs of operations to currency fluctuations under present conditions. Our decision is based on a number of factors, including among others:

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    the cost of using hedging instruments in relation to the risks of currency fluctuations,
    the propensity for adjustments in currency denominated vessel day rates over time to compensate for changes in the purchasing power of the currency as measured in U.S. Dollars,
    the level of U.S. Dollar denominated borrowings available to us, and
    the conditions in our U.S. Dollar generating regional markets.
     One or more of these factors may change and we, in response, may choose to use financial instruments to hedge risks of currency fluctuations with regards to our revenue and costs of operations. We periodically enter into forward currency contracts to specifically hedge the foreign currency exposure related to firm contractual commitments in the form of future vessel payments. These hedging relationships were formally documented at inception and the contracts have been and continue to be highly effective. As a result, by design, there is an exact offset between the gain or loss exposure in the related underlying contractual commitment. At December 31, 2009, we had forward currency contracts on two vessels under construction. As of February 2010, we had taken delivery of the new build vessels and had terminated the associated foreign currency contracts.
     We also have an interest rate swap agreement for a portion of the Facility Agreement that has fixed the interest rate at 4.145% on $100.0 million of the Facility. The interest rate swap is accounted for as a cash flow hedge. We report changes in the fair value of the cash flow hedges in accumulated other comprehensive income. The consolidated balance sheet also contains “cash flow hedges”, in the liability section reflecting the fair value of the interest rate swaps which was $7.6 million at June 30, 2010. For the six months ended June 30, 2010 a loss of $1.3 million has been reclassified from other comprehensive income to interest expense. We expect to reclassify $2.0 million of deferred loss on the interest rate swaps to interest expense during the next 12 months, based on current interest rates.
     To date, general inflationary trends have not had a material effect on our operating revenues or expenses.
Forward-Looking Statements
     This Form 10-Q contains certain forward-looking statements and other statements that are not historical facts concerning, among other things, market conditions, the demand for marine and transportation support services and future capital expenditures. These statements are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including, without limitation:
    operational risk,
    catastrophic or adverse sea or weather conditions,
    dependence on the oil and gas industry,
    volatility in oil and natural gas prices,
    delay or cost overruns on construction projects or insolvency of the shipbuilders,
    lack of shipyard or equipment availability,
    ongoing capital expenditure requirements,
    uncertainties surrounding environmental and governmental laws and regulations,
    uncertainties and risks relating to or caused by the April 2010 explosion and fire on a deepwater U.S. Gulf of Mexico drilling rig, the resulting losses and the U.S.
      Department of Interior moratorium on deepwater drilling,
    risks relating to compliance with the Jones Act,

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    risks relating to leverage,
    risks of foreign operations,
    risk of war, sabotage, piracy or terrorism,
    assumptions concerning competition,
    risks of currency fluctuations, and
    other matters.
     These statements are based on certain assumptions and analyses made by us in light of our experience and perception of historical trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other factors we believe are appropriate under the circumstances. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the risk factors discussed above and those discussed in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009, filed with the SEC, general economic and business conditions, the business opportunities that may be presented to and pursued by us, changes in law or regulations and other factors, many of which are beyond our control.
     We cannot assure you that we have accurately identified and properly weighed all of the factors which affect market conditions and demand for our vessels, that the information upon which we have relied is accurate or complete, that our analysis of the market and demand for our vessels is correct, or that the strategy based on that analysis will be successful.
ITEM 3.   QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
Interest Rate Sensitivity
     Our financial instruments that are potentially sensitive to changes in interest rates include our 7.75% Senior Notes. As of June 30, 2010, the fair value of these notes, based on quoted market prices, was approximately $151.2 million compared to a carrying amount of $159.7 million.
Exchange Rate Sensitivity
     We operate in a number of international areas and are involved in transactions denominated in currencies other than U.S. Dollars, which exposes us to foreign currency exchange risk. At various times we may utilize forward exchange contracts, local currency borrowings and the payment structure of customer contracts to selectively hedge exposure to exchange rate fluctuations in connection with monetary assets, liabilities and cash flows denominated in certain foreign currency. We do not hold or issue forward exchange contracts or other derivative financial instruments for speculative purposes.
     Other information required under Part I, Item 3 is set forth in Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and is incorporated herein.

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ITEM 4.   CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
(a) Evaluation of disclosure controls and procedures.
     Based on their evaluation of our disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of the period covered by this report, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that the disclosure controls and procedures are effective for the period covered by the report ensuring that the information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submit under the Securities Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms.
(b) Evaluation of internal controls and procedures.
     As of December 31, 2009, our management determined that our internal controls over financial reporting were effective. Our assessment of the effectiveness of our internal controls over financial reporting as of December 31, 2009, has been audited by UHY LLP, an independent public accounting firm, as stated in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009 filed with the SEC.
     There were no changes in our internal controls over financial reporting that occurred during the period covered by this report that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 1A.   RISK FACTORS
Recent Events in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico May Adversely Impact Our Operations and Financial Condition.
     On April 20, 2010, an explosion and fire on a deepwater U.S. Gulf of Mexico drilling rig resulted in 11 deaths, multiple personal injuries, significant property damage and the release of hydrocarbons that resulted in significant pollution and contamination. The U.S. Department of Interior issued a memorandum imposing a temporary moratorium on deepwater drilling on the outer continental shelf. Although the subject of ongoing litigation, the moratorium presently extends to November 30, 2010.
     At this time, we cannot predict what, if any, impact the incident may have on the regulation of offshore oil and gas exploration and development activity, the cost or availability of insurance coverage to cover the risks of such operations, or what actions may be taken by our customers, governmental agencies, or other industry participants in response to the incident. In addition, we cannot predict whether any possible changes in regulations would affect only deepwater drilling or all operations in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico or would also affect drilling and operations in other regions around the world in which we operate. Changes in laws or regulations regarding offshore oil and gas exploration and development activities, the cost or availability of insurance, and decisions by customers, governmental agencies, or other industry participants could reduce demand for our services or increase our costs of operations, which could have a negative impact on our financial condition and operating results, but we cannot reasonably or reliably estimate that such changes will occur, when they will occur, or if they will impact us.

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     We currently have a significant portion of our U.S. fleet involved in the clean-up efforts in the Gulf of Mexico, and these vessels, at some time, may be released into a potentially restricted, and more competitive market in the Gulf of Mexico. We may attempt to relocate these vessels to other locations in the Americas if more profitable opportunities arise outside the Gulf of Mexico; however, no assurance can be given that our vessels can be relocated outside the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, or relocate more profitably than in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico. As a result of the incident in the Gulf of Mexico and the subsequent issues regarding drilling in the region, our competitors could redeploy their vessels into other regions in which we operate, which would increase the competition in that area, potentially resulting in lowered profit margins. In addition, our customers may seek to renegotiate the terms of their contracts or avoid their obligations under the contracts, both of which could adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
     Recently, we were named as one of several vessel owner/operator defendants, among other defendants, in litigation related to the firefighting and related activities of numerous vessels prior to the April 2010 sinking of the drilling rig. Based on our initial investigation, we believe that any claims against us in the litigation are without merit. As a result, we believe that such litigation should not have a material adverse effect on our financial condition or results of operation. Although we have no knowledge of any other litigation or claims against us relating to the recent events in the Gulf of Mexico, no assurance can be given that we will not be involved in other litigation or claims in the future or that they will not have a material adverse effect on our financial condition or results of operation.
ITEM 6.   EXHIBITS
Exhibits
     See Exhibit Index for list of Exhibits filed herewith.
SIGNATURES
     Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
         
    GulfMark Offshore, Inc.
(Registrant)
 
 
  By:   /s/ Quintin V. Kneen    
    Quintin V. Kneen   
    Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer   
 
Date: July 29, 2010

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INDEX TO EXHIBITS
         
        Filed Herewith or
        Incorporated by Reference
        from the
Exhibits   Description   Following Documents
 
       
3.1
  Certificate of Incorporation, as amended   Exhibit 3.1 to our current report on Form 8-K filed on February 24, 2010
 
       
3.2
  Bylaws, as amended   Exhibit 3.2 to our current report on Form 8-K filed on February 24, 2010
 
       
4.1
  Description of GulfMark Offshore, Inc. Common Stock   Exhibit 4.1 to our current report on Form 8-K filed on February 24, 2010
 
       
4.2
  Form of U.S. Citizen Stock Certificates   Exhibit 4.2 to our current report on Form 8-K filed on February 24, 2010
 
       
4.3
  Form of Non-U.S. Citizen Stock Certificates   Exhibit 4.3 to our current report on Form 8-K filed on February 24, 2010
 
       
4.4
  Indenture, dated as of July 21, 2004, between GulfMark Offshore, Inc., as the Company, and U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, including a form of the Company’s 7.75% Senior Notes due 2014   Exhibit 4.4 to our quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2004
 
       
4.5
  First Supplemental Indenture, dated as of February 24, 2010, between GulfMark Offshore, Inc. (f/k/a New GulfMark Offshore, Inc.), as the Company and U.S. Bank Association, as Trustee, for the Company’s 7.75% Senior Notes due 2014   Exhibit 10.1 to our current report on Form 8-K filed on February 24, 2010
 
       
4.6
  Form of Debt Securities Indenture (Including Form of Note for Debt Securities)   Exhibit 4.7 to our Post-Effective Amendment No. 2/A to our Registration Statement on Form S-3 filed on May 14, 2010.
 
       
4.7
  See Exhibit No. 3.1 for provisions of the Certificate of Incorporation and Exhibit 3.2 for provisions of the Bylaws defining the rights of the holders of Common Stock   Exhibits 3.1 and 3.2 to our current report on Form 8-K filed on February 24, 2010
 
       
10.1
  GulfMark Offshore, Inc. 2010 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan   Exhibit A to our Proxy Statement on Form DEF 14A filed on April 30, 2010
 
       
10.2
  Amendment No. 1 to the GulfMark Offshore, Inc. 2010 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan   Exhibit 10.2 to our current report on Form 8-K filed on June 11, 2010
 
       
10.3
  Form of Notice of Stock Option Award and Form of Stock Option Agreement (2010 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan)   Exhibit 10.3 to our current report on Form 8-K filed on June 11, 2010

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10.4
  Form of Notice Restricted Stock Award and Form of Restricted Stock Agreement (2010 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan)   Exhibit 10.4 to our current report on Form 8-K filed on June 11, 2010
 
       
31.1
  Section 302 Certification for B.A. Streeter   Filed herewith
 
       
31.2
  Section 302 Certification for Q.V. Kneen   Filed herewith
 
       
32.1
  Section 906 Certification furnished for B.A. Streeter   Filed herewith
 
       
32.2
  Section 906 Certification furnished for Q. V. Kneen   Filed herewith
 
       
101   
  The following materials from GulfMark Offshore, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2010, formatted in XBRL (Extensible Business Reporting Language): (i) Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (ii) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, (iii) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity (iv) Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows and (v) Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements, tagged as blocks of text.   Filed herewith

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