Bristow offshore helicopter operator Group will rename its Aeróleo division in Brazil to Bristow, while remaining focused on its support to the oil and gas industry and other air logistics solutions
The traditional Aeróleo in Macaé, is a company of the age group which will now be called just Bristow after the merger , creating a new helicopter giant, in a contract signed in June of this year. With the recent demand from Petrobras and other operators in Brazil for air logistics, this merger could bring many benefits and national investments.
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In a statement this Tuesday (02), Bristow noted that he has been an integral part of the oil and gas industry in Brazil for more than 40 years, serving the helicopter support needs of Petrobras, independent Brazilian exploration and production companies and several international oil and gas companies.
“Despite challenging market conditions, we maintain our strong presence in Brazil,” said Diego Medeiros , Country Manager for Brazil.
“Brazil is an important part of our global footprint and future strategy,” said Samantha Willenbacher, senior vice president and chief commercial officer at Bristow.
"As the largest global operator of AW139, AW189 and S-92 helicopters, we continue to serve our customers with exemplary vertical flight solutions and look forward to working with an expanded customer base to meet all of their rotating needs."
Bristow currently operates a fleet of 12 AW139s in Brazil
Bristow also terminated its 41,5% non-controlling minority interest in Líder Taxi Aéreo SA – Air Brasil, effective August 31, 2020.
