Copter ‘crack’ response a good example of systems working well, industry chiefs say
The rapid response to a crack found in a North Sea helicopter last week was a “very good example” of the inspection system working well, industry chiefs said.
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Helicopter safety under the spotlight at Aberdeen event
Offshore helicopter safety will be under the spotlight at an event in Aberdeen next week.
North Sea helicopter pilots vote for strike action
North Sea helicopter pilots working for CHC have voted to take strike action following a pay dispute.
CHC wins helicopter contract with Cairn Energy
Helicopter operator CHC has announced a new contract win with Capricorn Norge, a subsidiary of Scottish oil exploration firm Cairn Energy.
Bristow considers US-style bankruptcy to end debt woes
The parent company of a North Sea helicopter firm, which also carries out search and rescue operations in the UK, is considering taking US-style bankruptcy to end its debt woes.
CHC helicopters and Aberdeen Uni to research psychology of flight safety
CHC helicopters and Aberdeen University have won a £54,000 grant for a research project into the psychological factors influencing flight safety.
Eddie takes new faces under wing
As the latest recruits make their way at CHC, Eddie Matthews, a helicopter operator in the North Sea, is keeping a watchful eye on their progress.
Sparkling celebration at Energy Snow Ball
The glitterati of the oil and gas industry were treated to a spellbinding evening of food, drinks, music and dancing at The Press and Journal Energy Snow Ball on Saturday.
Apprentice engineers join CHC’s North Sea ranks
A dozen fresh faced apprentice engineers will be joining the ranks at a North Sea helicopter firm as it looks to strengthen its capabilities in the UK.
CHC wins three-year contract extension with Point Resources
Helicopter operator CHC has won a three-year contract extension with Point Resources for transporting workers to several fields in the Norwegian North Sea.
‘Lack of evidence’ means no criminal prosecution over Super Puma crash
Investigators have said no one will face criminal prosecution over a fatal helicopter crash off Norway two years ago due to a “lack of evidence”.
Celebrating with high energy
It is a major event in the north-east social calendar.
Celebrating with high energy
It is a major event in the north-east social calendar.
Celebrating with high energy
It is a major event in the north-east social calendar.
CHC to serve Aker BP’s Valhall complex for two years
Helicopter operator CHC Group has clinched a two-year contract extension to support Aker BP's operations on the greater Valhall field in the Norwegian North Sea.
Market is ‘moving on’ from Super Pumas, copter chief says
A North Sea helicopter boss has said the market is “moving on” from Super Puma aircraft.
VIDEO: CHC launches new training facility as diversification drive gathers speed
Helicopter operator CHC has unveiled a winch training facility to give its North Sea diversification drive a lift.
North Sea copter flights delayed as storm bites
Snowy and stormy weather is affecting North Sea flights, with large numbers being put on hold.
CHC orders H175 aircraft for UK offshore fleet
CHC Helicopter has signed a deal with Lease Corporation International (LCI) to add another Airbus H175 to its UK offshore operations.
CHC agrees new contract with Statoil in Brazil
CHC has announced a new contract to support Statoil’s operations off the coast of Brazil.
CHC Group’s general counsel resigns
CHC Group's chief administrative officer has left the helicopter operator to pursue "another employment opportunity", the company said.
CHC to provide copters for Centrica in Norway
Centrica has picked CHC as its helicopter service provider for a drilling campaign in the Norwegian Sea.
North Sea copter flights cancelled amid wind and snow
Offshore helicopter flights are cancelled today as strong winds and snow buffet the north-east.
North Sea chopper firm says its finances are in better shape
North Sea helicopter operator CHC said yesterday it was in robust shape to face the future after shedding more than £230million in annual costs and slashing debt.
CHC wins new Australian contract
CHC Helicopter has been awarded a two-year contract to support Australian oil and gas company Quadrant Energy, starting on 1 July this year.