Bristow Group Acquires British International Helicopter Services Limited
April 29, 2022
Bristow Group Inc. agreed to acquire British International Helicopter Services Limited (BIH) in an all-cash transaction to strengthen and expand Bristow's government services and UK operations. The deal adds BIH's fleet and experienced team to Bristow's vertical-lift capabilities and is expected to close after regulatory approvals in Q3 2022.
- Buyers
- Bristow Group Inc.
- Targets
- British International Helicopter Services Limited
- Sellers
- Rigby Group
- Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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