CHC Helicopter, which specialises in transportation and SAR operations, has agreed a new five-year deal with Shell to support its operations in the North Sea. The multi-million-pound contract provides for two H175 helicopters, a move towards new generation aircraft offering greater efficiencies.

The aircraft will be used for transportation services to Shell's new and existing central and northern North Sea installations. CHC will support Shell from its Aberdeen base, with the contract scheduled to begin in July 2023 and running until 2028.

CHC EMEA sales director Dave Grant comments: “Shell has been a core customer of CHC's for close to a decade now, and this latest contract consolidates our long-term strategic relationship in the market. Our operations in the North Sea continue to go from strength to strength; we have a fantastic team who strive every day to deliver an unmatched quality of service and will ensure Shell's team members can always reach their destinations and return home safely and efficiently. We have been actively supporting the North Sea energy market for decades, combining local market knowledge and expertise with an aptitude for innovation and with safety and sustainability at the core of our operations.”