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MAERSK Ensures Its Presence in Brazilian Air Offshore with Omni Helicopters in Santos Basin and Strengthens Its Operations in Oil and Gas with Cutting-Edge Technology.
Omni Táxi Aéreo, a reference in offshore air transportation in Latin America, has just secured a strategic contract with MAERSK, one of the largest global maritime logistics conglomerates. The new partnership marks the beginning of MAERSK’s operations in the offshore helicopter sector in Brazil, initially focusing on the Santos Basin, one of the most strategic regions for national oil and gas.
The contract, announced on April 15, 2025, on the company’s website, will last for nine months and represents the first direct hiring by MAERSK for crew transportation via helicopters in Brazil. This initiative reinforces the group’s offshore logistics expansion and highlights the operational capacity of Omni Táxi Aéreo.
AW139 Helicopter: Technology and Safety in Focus
According to Décio Galvão, commercial director of Omni, the company’s choice is due to its operational safety, modern fleet, and logistical flexibility. The contract includes 14 monthly flights with the AW139 helicopter, a model widely used in offshore aviation, known for its fuel efficiency, high performance, comfort, and operational range.
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The aircraft, manufactured in 2024 and brand new, incorporates technologies such as TCAS 2 (Traffic Collision Avoidance System), Tail Camera, and Cockpit Camera. These systems ensure compliance with standards set by the International Association of Oil & Gas Producers (IOGP), guaranteeing high reliability and safety in offshore operations.
Santos Basin Is a Priority in Energy Operations
The Santos Basin, where flights will be concentrated, has established itself as one of the most relevant hubs of Brazilian production, especially in the pre-salt. The region hosts various oil platforms, requiring highly qualified air logistics for transporting professionals and cargo.
MAERSK’s entry into this type of air operation in Brazil signals a clear commitment to logistical efficiency, as well as reinforcing the company’s focus on cutting-edge technology and sustainability in its activities. The move aligns with the rising demand for safe aerial solutions in transporting crew and supplies to remote areas.
Omni Expands Leadership in Offshore Executive Aviation
With this contract, Omni Táxi Aéreo strengthens its position as a leader in offshore helicopter operations in Brazil. The company, founded in December 2000, is part of the international group Omni Helicopters International (OHI), and offers a full range of services, including:
- Transportation of cargo and passengers to offshore platforms
- Crew changes
- Search and rescue
- Emergency medical services (EMS)
- Firefighting in remote areas
This structure enables Omni to meet the challenges of the offshore energy sector swiftly and safely, even in regions such as the pre-salt area of the Santos Basin, with an excellent operational reliability index.
Furthermore, the Brazilian company continues to invest in innovation, adopting international aviation standards, and expanding its operational capacity in strategic areas of the oil and gas industry.
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