Bristow and Leonardo Finalize Long-Term Support and Training Agreements for AW139 and AW189 Helicopters
Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL) and Leonardo have finalized long-term agreements for enhanced fleet support and training of AW139 and AW189 helicopters extending into the next decade. The package includes enhanced Power-by-the-Hour maintenance agreements, simulator training in Aberdeen, and the introduction of a new AW139 flight simulator by 2026. Bristow will add four new AW189 helicopters to its offshore energy services fleet in 2025-2026. The agreements cover global fleet support with KPIs, inventory management, training, and Health and Usage Monitoring Systems.
Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL) e Leonardo hanno concluso accordi a lungo termine per il supporto avanzato della flotta e per la formazione degli elicotteri AW139 e AW189, che si estenderanno nel prossimo decennio. Il pacchetto include accordi di manutenzione Power-by-the-Hour, formazione con simulatori ad Aberdeen e l'introduzione di un nuovo simulatore di volo AW139 entro il 2026. Bristow aggiungerà quattro nuovi elicotteri AW189 alla sua flotta di servizi energetici offshore nel 2025-2026. Gli accordi coprono il supporto globale della flotta con KPI, gestione dell'inventario, formazione e sistemi di monitoraggio della salute e dell'utilizzo.
Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL) y Leonardo han finalizado acuerdos a largo plazo para el apoyo mejorado de la flota y la capacitación de los helicópteros AW139 y AW189 que se extenderán durante la próxima década. El paquete incluye acuerdos de mantenimiento Power-by-the-Hour, capacitación en simuladores en Aberdeen y la introducción de un nuevo simulador de vuelo AW139 para el 2026. Bristow añadirá cuatro nuevos helicópteros AW189 a su flota de servicios energéticos offshore en 2025-2026. Los acuerdos cubren el apoyo global a la flota con KPI, gestión de inventarios, capacitación y sistemas de monitoreo de salud y uso.
Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL)와 Leonardo는 AW139 및 AW189 헬리콥터의 향상된 플릿 지원 및 교육을 위한 장기 계약을 체결하였으며, 이는 다음 10년 동안 지속될 것입니다. 패키지에는 Power-by-the-Hour 유지보수 계약, 애버딘에서의 시뮬레이터 교육, 2026년까지 새로운 AW139 비행 시뮬레이터의 도입이 포함됩니다. Bristow는 2025-2026년에 해양 에너지 서비스 플릿에 4대의 새로운 AW189 헬리콥터를 추가할 예정입니다. 이 계약은 KPI, 재고 관리, 교육 및 건강 및 사용 모니터링 시스템을 포함한 글로벌 플릿 지원을 다룹니다.
Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL) et Leonardo ont finalisé des accords à long terme pour le soutien amélioré de la flotte et la formation des hélicoptères AW139 et AW189, s'étendant sur la prochaine décennie. Le paquet comprend des accords de maintenance Power-by-the-Hour, une formation sur simulateur à Aberdeen, et l'introduction d'un nouveau simulateur de vol AW139 d'ici 2026. Bristow ajoutera quatre nouveaux hélicoptères AW189 à sa flotte de services énergétiques offshore en 2025-2026. Les accords couvrent le soutien global de la flotte avec des KPI, la gestion des stocks, la formation et les systèmes de surveillance de la santé et de l'utilisation.
Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL) und Leonardo haben langfristige Vereinbarungen für eine verbesserte Flottenunterstützung und Schulung der AW139- und AW189-Helikopter abgeschlossen, die sich bis ins nächste Jahrzehnt erstrecken werden. Das Paket umfasst verbesserte Power-by-the-Hour-Wartungsverträge, Simulatorenschulungen in Aberdeen sowie die Einführung eines neuen AW139-Flugsimulators bis 2026. Bristow wird zwischen 2025 und 2026 vier neue AW189-Hubschrauber zu seiner Flotte für Offshore-Energiedienste hinzufügen. Die Vereinbarungen decken die globale Flottenunterstützung mit KPIs, Bestandsmanagement, Schulungen sowie Gesundheits- und Nutzungssystemen ab.
- Addition of four new AW189 helicopters to the fleet by 2025-2026
- Enhanced maintenance efficiency through Power-by-the-Hour agreements
- Expansion of training capabilities with new AW139 simulator in Aberdeen
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The finalization of comprehensive support agreements between Bristow and Leonardo marks a significant strategic development with positive operational and financial implications. The enhanced Power-by-the-Hour agreements for both SAR and OES operations will provide more predictable maintenance costs and improved operational efficiency, directly impacting the bottom line. The addition of four new AW189 helicopters by 2026 represents meaningful fleet expansion and modernization.
The new simulator facilities in Aberdeen demonstrate a commitment to reducing training costs while enhancing safety capabilities. This integrated support package, extending into the next decade, provides Bristow with improved cost predictability and operational flexibility. These agreements strengthen Bristow's competitive position in key markets and support its growth trajectory in both government services and offshore energy sectors.
The long-term support package represents a strategic cost management initiative that will positively impact Bristow's operational economics. Power-by-the-Hour agreements typically result in more predictable maintenance expenses and improved cash flow management. The investment in new helicopters and training infrastructure indicates strong market demand and revenue visibility. While specific financial terms aren't disclosed, these agreements typically help optimize working capital through better inventory management and maintenance scheduling.
The expansion of the helicopter fleet suggests secured future contracts, providing revenue stability. The comprehensive nature of the support package, including KPIs and HUMS monitoring, should lead to improved asset utilization rates and reduced downtime, ultimately enhancing profitability.
- Bristow and Leonardo have finalized a long-term support package extending into the next decade for the AW139 and AW189 helicopter fleets, providing enhanced maintenance and operations efficiency.
- A new AW139 full flight simulator will be introduced in
Aberdeen, Scotland beginning in 2026, strengthening training capabilities alongside the existing AW189 simulator. - Bristow will add four new AW189 helicopters to its offshore energy services fleet by 2025 and 2026, supporting its strategic growth objectives and contractual demands.
The finalized package includes the following support highlights applicable to Bristow's global fleet:
- Enhanced Power-by-the-Hour (PBH) agreements for search and rescue (SAR) operations and offshore energy services (OES) helicopters, providing tailored maintenance and operational efficiency.
- A long-term AW189 simulator training agreement in
Aberdeen, Scotland , supporting critical pilot training needs. - The introduction of an AW139 full flight simulator in
Aberdeen beginning in 2026, alongside the existing AW189 simulator, complementing an already robust training center to support fleet operations in the North Sea. - An enhanced global fleet support agreement, covering key performance indicators (KPIs), inventory management, training, Health and Usage Monitoring Systems (HUMS), and other Leonardo-provided services.
Bristow will introduce four new AW189 helicopters into its OES business, scheduled to enter service in 2025 and 2026. The four new AW189 helicopters are part of a previously announced order earlier this year and are expected to provide added flexibility to Bristow's fleet planning as well as diversification across Bristow's fleet mix.
"These additions align with Bristow's strategic objectives to enhance operational capability and meet contractual demands," said Stu Stavley, Bristow's Chief Operating Officer for Offshore Energy Services. "The finalization of these long-term support and training agreements will support Bristow's ability to meet the evolving needs of both our Government Services and Offshore Energy Services operations."
"The renewed Global Support and Training Agreement for the AW139 and AW189 demonstrates Leonardo's commitment to providing state-of-the-art solutions," said Paul De Jonge van Ellemeet, SVP Commercial Market Development & Global Accounts. "By offering full component coverage service plans, localized technical support, and access to our advanced simulators and courses, we are ensuring Bristow continues to operate at the highest level of efficiency and safety as they also keep expanding their fleet of Leonardo helicopters."
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Risks that may affect forward-looking statements include, but are not necessarily limited to, those relating to: the impact of supply chain disruptions and inflation and our ability to recoup rising costs in the rates we charge to our customers; our reliance on a limited number of helicopter manufacturers and suppliers and the impact of a shortfall in availability of aircraft components and parts required for maintenance and repairs of our helicopters, including significant delays in the delivery of parts for our S92 fleet; our reliance on a limited number of customers and the reduction of our customer base as a result of consolidation and/or the energy transition; public health crises, such as pandemics (including COVID-19) and epidemics, and any related government policies and actions; our inability to execute our business strategy for diversification efforts related to government services and advanced air mobility; the potential for cyberattacks or security breaches that could disrupt operations, compromise confidential or sensitive information, damage reputation, expose to legal liability, or cause financial losses; the possibility that we may be unable to maintain compliance with covenants in our financing agreements; global and regional changes in the demand, supply, prices or other market conditions affecting oil and gas, including changes resulting from a public health crisis or from the imposition or lifting of crude oil production quotas or other actions that might be imposed by the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and other producing countries; fluctuations in the demand for our services; the possibility of significant changes in foreign exchange rates and controls; potential effects of increased competition and the introduction of alternative modes of transportation and solutions; the possibility that portions of our fleet may be grounded for extended periods of time or indefinitely (including due to severe weather events); the possibility of political instability, civil unrest, war or acts of terrorism in any of the countries where we operate or elsewhere; the possibility that we may be unable to re-deploy our aircraft to regions with greater demand; the existence of operating risks inherent in our business, including the possibility of declining safety performance; the possibility of changes in tax, environmental and other laws and regulations and policies, including, without limitation, actions of the governments that impact oil and gas operations, favor renewable energy projects or address climate change; any failure to effectively manage, and receive anticipated returns from, acquisitions, divestitures, investments, joint ventures and other portfolio actions; the possibility that we may be unable to dispose of older aircraft through sales into the aftermarket; the possibility that we may impair our long-lived assets and other assets, including inventory, property and equipment and investments in unconsolidated affiliates; general economic conditions, including interest rates or uncertainty in the capital and credit markets; the possibility that reductions in spending on aviation services by governmental agencies where we are seeking contracts could adversely affect or lead to modifications of the procurement process or that such reductions in spending could adversely affect search and rescue ("SAR") contract terms or otherwise delay service or the receipt of payments under such contracts; and the effectiveness of our environmental, social and governance initiatives.
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About Bristow Group
Bristow Group Inc. is the leading global provider of innovative and sustainable vertical flight solutions. Bristow primarily provides aviation services to a broad base of offshore energy companies and government entities. The Company's aviation services include personnel transportation, search and rescue, medevac, fixed-wing transportation, uncrewed air systems and ad hoc helicopter services.
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About Leonardo
Leonardo is an international industrial group, among the main global companies in Aerospace, Defence, and Security (AD&S). With 53,000 employees worldwide, the company approaches global security through the Helicopters, Electronics, Aircraft, Cyber & Security and Space sectors, and is a partner on the most important international programmes, within these sectors, such as Eurofighter, NH-90, FREMM, GCAP, and Eurodrone. Leonardo has significant production capabilities in
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