Dof has fixed a platform supply vessel (PSV) to Shell UK on a firm two-year timecharter at the strongest rate seen for some time, TradeWinds has learned.

A source with knowledge of the deal said the 4,800-dwt Skandi Gamma (built 2011) was fixed at £10,250 per day.

"In comparison, rates last year were around the £8,000 level," the source told TradeWinds.