New supply vessels to be built

NEW ORLEANS -- Edison Chouest Offshore will build more than 40 new vessels to meet demand for offshore oil and gas support in the Gulf of Mexico, the Arctic and Brazil. The Galliano-based company did not disclose the cost of the newest round of builds. Most of the construction work will be spread among Chouest U.S. shipyards, North American Shipbuilding in Larose, LaShip in Houma, Gulf Ship in Gulfport, Miss., and Tampa Ship in Tampa, Fla. (Source: AP via nola.com, 07/10/13)