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Petrobras recognizes CHC helicopter as Best Supplier for Air Logistics. Estimated reading time 3 minutes, 40 seconds. CHC do Brasil has been named Petrobras' Best Supplier for Air Logistics in the state-owned energy company's 2026 Best Supplier Awards, recognizing its performance in supporting one of the world's largest offshore energy operators. Petrobras' Best Supplier Awards recognize companies that deliver outstanding performance in the provision of goods and services across its operations. Suppliers are assessed against a range of criteria including operational performance, quality, HSE performance, ESG performance, management and value generation. For CHC, this acknowledgment reflects the consistent delivery of helicopter services that help transport more than 25,000 Petrobras workers offshore safely and reliable every month to some of Brazil's most important energy projects. Gilson Caputo Junior, managing director, Brazil, said: "I am incredibly proud to receive this award on behalf of CHC Brazil. It takes hundreds of colleagues working together across planning, maintenance, flight operations, supply chain and many other functions to deliver the unrivalled helicopter services our customers rely on every day. What makes this Best Supplier recognition so special is what it says about our people and their commitment to delivering outstanding, safe and reliable services year-round." Búzios Field Crew Change Contract Award As a further sign of Petrobras' confidence in CHC's services, the company has also awarded CHC a new five-year crew change contract to support the Búzios field. CHC will transport offshore personnel using an existing S-92 aircraft from its base at Maricá Airport. The contract is scheduled to commence in June 2027. Búzios is a major contributor to Brazil's energy production and among the country's largest offshore oil developments. Located approximately 180 kilometers off the coast of Rio de Janeiro in the Santos Basin pre-salt region, it has achieved successive production records and contains some of the most productive wells in Brazil. The field is one of a number of deepwater production sites supported by CHC globally. As a global operator, CHC is able to draw on experience from offshore energy basins around the world, applying proven operational practices and learnings from other markets to continuously enhance safety, reliability and service performance in Brazil. Licia Rocha, senior sales director, Americas and APAC, said: "We are delighted to have been awarded this latest contract by Petrobras. It reflects the trust they place in CHC, built through decades of consistently high-performance in support of Petrobras' offshore operations. By combining the expertise of our team in Brazil with the strength of our global organization, we are well positioned to support our customers as offshore production continues to expand across the region." From Flight School to First Job | Great Lakes Helicopter

CHC do Brasil secures third consecutive Petrobras offshore excellence award. CHC do Brasil, part of CHC Helicopter, has been named Petrobras' top offshore transport operator for operational excellence, securing the PEOTRAM award for the third consecutive year. Brazil is one of the world's leading offshore oil and gas producers, with the majority of its production coming from deepwater and pre-salt fields located hundreds of kilometers offshore. These operations rely heavily on helicopter transport to move personnel safely and efficiently between mainland bases and offshore platforms, making operational performance and safety standards a critical component of the country's energy sector. | CHC, April 15, 2026 - CHC do Brasil, part of CHC Helicopter - a global leader in offshore transportation and search and rescue services, has once again been named the top provider for Operational Excellence in Offshore Transportation by Petrobras, securing the PEOTRAM award for the third consecutive year. The annual PEOTRAM audit, conducted by Brazil's state-owned energy company, evaluates offshore aviation operators against the IOGP 690 international standards for safety, maintenance and operational integrity. Over five days, three Petrobras-appointed specialists assessed six prequalified companies, with CHC achieving the highest overall evaluation. CHC's repeat success reflects its position as a global leader in safe and reliable offshore helicopter services. Backed by nearly 80 years of operational experience in some of the world's most remote and challenging environments, CHC has developed robust processes, procedures and a mature Safety Management System that drive consistent performance. These global standards are applied across all CHC bases, including its long-established operations in Brazil. Every month, CHC safely transports around 35,000 Petrobras offshore workers using a mixed fleet of S-92A and AW139 aircraft. This scale of activity, paired with consistent delivery in a demanding environment, is a core part of CHC's role in Brazil's energy sector. Alongside this core support to Petrobras, CHC do Brasil has expanded its broader operations over the past three years, growing at pace to meet rising sector demand. Throughout this period of expansion, CHC has continued to strengthen its safety leadership through disciplined operations and a safety culture grounded in continuous improvement. This sustained safety performance - reaffirmed through the PEOTRAM award - underscores why Petrobras continues to entrust CHC with responsibility for its critical offshore crew changes. Gilson Caputo, CHC's Operations Director - Brazil, said, "We are extremely proud to receive this recognition for the third year running. It reflects the strength of our safety culture and the high standards CHC applies across all operations in Brazil and worldwide. My thanks to our frontline and support teams whose commitment ensures we deliver outstanding service every day for customers across the region." | Did you know? | The IOGP 690 standard, developed by the International Association of Oil & Gas Producers, defines best practices for helicopter operations supporting offshore energy activities. It covers areas such as safety management, maintenance, crew training, and operational procedures, and is widely used by major oil and gas companies to assess and qualify aviation service providers worldwide. | See also | CHC do Brasil BHS Taxi Aereo Oil and Gas Industry in Brazil Petrobras Excellence in Offshore Transportation Award for CHC Brazil CHC Brazil Wins Petrobras PEOTRAM Award | / | Helicopters for sale Accidents Acronyms Airshows Future helicopters Flying a helicopter Helicopter stories TV and movies Helicopter books Helicopter patches Helicopter model kits Download App |