Under the deal, Neptune will use the saturation dive support vessel Crest Odyssey 2 to perform an inspection, repairs and maintenance scope at the Blacktip field, south-west of the Northern Territory’s capital of Darwin.

The project is due to start next month.

According to Neptune, the contract is expected to deliver revenue of up to A$6 million (US$6.14 million) and will involve saturation diving, air diving and remotely operated vehicle operations.

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