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CHC Helikopter to serve longer on Norwegian shelf
The deal guarantees access to cutting-edge aircraft and highly skilled personnel until the beginning of 2028, meaning CHC can deliver uninterrupted, year-round flying to OKEA's Draugen oil platform in the Norwegian Sea.
CHC Helikopter Service will continue to support crew change and transportation services to OKEA's Draugen oil platform in the Norwegian Sea until the beginning of 2028.

CHC Helikopter Service, the Norwegian division of transportation and SAR operator CHC Helicopter, has secured a four year contract extension with OKEA on behalf of the Draugen licence, a leading mid to late-life operator on the Norwegian continental shelf.

The extended contract covers crew change and transportation services to OKEA's Draugen oil platform in the Norwegian Sea. CHC will dedicate an S-92 aircraft to support the offshore operations from its Kristiansund base.

Helge Nesvåg, senior commercial director, CHC Helikopter Service, says: "We are proud to have been awarded this latest contract by our valued client, OKEA. The continuation of our strategic alliance reinforces our operational expertise and dedication to supporting our clients' success. This long-term deal guarantees access to cutting-edge aircraft and highly skilled personnel, meaning we can deliver uninterrupted, year-round flying."