Norwegian energy giant Equinor has signed helicopter service contracts worth approximately 4.3 billion Norwegian kroner. Two companies, CHC Helikopter Service and Lufttransport RW AS, secured the deals to transport workers to offshore installations.
The contracts cover five helicopters serving seven major Norwegian offshore fields. These include Troll, Gullfaks, Oseberg, Martin Linge, Statfjord, Kvitebjørn and Valemon installations in the North Sea.
What does this mean for offshore workers? The agreement guarantees helicopter transport services through December 2028. It includes options to extend operations until the end of 2030.
Ørjan Kvelvane, Equinor's head of operational support, emphasized safety priorities. "Safety for everyone traveling to and from offshore jobs is always our highest priority," he said in a statement. "CHC and Lufttransport are experienced operators who already know our transport service and safety requirements on the Norwegian continental shelf."
The contracts will provide Equinor's Bergen helicopter base with stable and secure transportation solutions. Both companies have existing relationships with Equinor and understand Norwegian offshore safety standards.
This substantial investment comes as Norway continues developing its offshore energy resources. The long-term contracts suggest confidence in ongoing North Sea operations despite global energy transitions. Equinor appears committed to maintaining safe and reliable transport for its offshore workforce.