NHV, December 16, 2024 - Ostend, Belgium - NHV Group becomes the first helicopter operator in the North Sea to support the offshore wind industry using the Airbus H175 helicopter for crew change and hoisting operations.
NHV Group is proud to announce the award of a significant multi-year contract by Vestas, expecting to start in April 2025. This milestone contract will see NHV provide dedicated crew changes and hoisting operations for the offshore wind industry, using the state-of-the-art super medium helicopter, the Airbus H175.
This contract marks a pivotal moment for both NHV and the helicopter industry as it makes NHV the first operator to utilise both a super medium aircraft type and the H175 helicopter exclusively for long-term support in the offshore wind sector in the North Sea.
Bram De Backer, Commercial and Technical Director, Business Unit Helicopter Services at NHV Group, said "This collaboration with Vestas solidifies our position as a leader in the offshore wind market, as we continue to innovate with the H175 helicopter, designed to meet the growing needs of the industry. With wind farms moving further offshore and turbines increasing in size, the demand for larger, more capable helicopters like the H175 is growing, and we are thrilled to be driving this transformation."
The H175 helicopter, known for its advanced safety features and operational efficiency, is ideally suited for long-range crew changes and hoisting operations, making it the perfect choice for the expanding offshore wind sector. NHV's adoption of this versatile helicopter type, represents a new era in offshore wind logistics, positioning helicopters as key players in supporting the industry’s growth.
Regis Magnac, Vice President Head of Energy, Leasing and Global Accounts at Airbus Helicopters, said "We are proud that the H175 is making energy transition history by contributing to the development of the North Sea wind farm industry together with NHV and Vestas. We are confident that the excellent range, payload, speed, comfort and safety of the H175 will help to streamline and secure operations at offshore bases and wind turbines"
About NHV: NHV Group, headquartered in Ostend (Belgium), is specialized in B-to-B helicopter services and has a strong geographic presence in Europe and Western Africa. The group conducts operations out of several bases on 2 continents with a team of over 550 employees. NHV’s main focus is on the energy producing industry. The Group has a leading position in Europe as the only helicopter operator that conducts operations in every oil producing country in the region. The scope of work also includes: Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS), Maritime Services, which include Search and Rescue (SAR), offshore Wind Farms and Harbour Pilot Services.
NHV Group is proud to announce the award of a significant multi-year contract by Vestas, expecting to start in April 2025. This milestone contract will see NHV provide dedicated crew changes and hoisting operations for the offshore wind industry, using the state-of-the-art super medium helicopter, the Airbus H175.
This contract marks a pivotal moment for both NHV and the helicopter industry as it makes NHV the first operator to utilise both a super medium aircraft type and the H175 helicopter exclusively for long-term support in the offshore wind sector in the North Sea.
Bram De Backer, Commercial and Technical Director, Business Unit Helicopter Services at NHV Group, said "This collaboration with Vestas solidifies our position as a leader in the offshore wind market, as we continue to innovate with the H175 helicopter, designed to meet the growing needs of the industry. With wind farms moving further offshore and turbines increasing in size, the demand for larger, more capable helicopters like the H175 is growing, and we are thrilled to be driving this transformation."
The H175 helicopter, known for its advanced safety features and operational efficiency, is ideally suited for long-range crew changes and hoisting operations, making it the perfect choice for the expanding offshore wind sector. NHV's adoption of this versatile helicopter type, represents a new era in offshore wind logistics, positioning helicopters as key players in supporting the industry’s growth.
Regis Magnac, Vice President Head of Energy, Leasing and Global Accounts at Airbus Helicopters, said "We are proud that the H175 is making energy transition history by contributing to the development of the North Sea wind farm industry together with NHV and Vestas. We are confident that the excellent range, payload, speed, comfort and safety of the H175 will help to streamline and secure operations at offshore bases and wind turbines"
About NHV: NHV Group, headquartered in Ostend (Belgium), is specialized in B-to-B helicopter services and has a strong geographic presence in Europe and Western Africa. The group conducts operations out of several bases on 2 continents with a team of over 550 employees. NHV’s main focus is on the energy producing industry. The Group has a leading position in Europe as the only helicopter operator that conducts operations in every oil producing country in the region. The scope of work also includes: Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS), Maritime Services, which include Search and Rescue (SAR), offshore Wind Farms and Harbour Pilot Services.
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