MHS Aviation wins RM3 billion helicopter contract
MHS Aviation Bhd secured a RM3 billion contract to provide helicopter services to Malaysia’s largest oil and gas producers over the next decade.
Source: MHS Aviation · August 6, 2026 at 3:51 AM · AI-assisted report
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KUALA LUMPUR, 6 AUGUST 2026 —
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 6 — MHS Aviation Bhd has secured a RM3 billion contract to provide helicopter services to Malaysia’s largest oil and gas producers over the next decade, reinforcing its dominance in the country’s offshore transport sector.
Market Impact
The 10-year agreement, signed with Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd, ExxonMobil Exploration and Production Malaysia Inc, and Newfield Peninsular Malaysia Inc, covers helicopter services for over 100 offshore oil rigs and installations via Kerteh Airport in Terengganu. The contract, effective from April 1, 2011, to March 31, 2021, includes an option to extend until March 31, 2026.
MHS Aviation CEO Ir Ma’som Mahadi highlighted the company’s long-standing expertise, citing over 28 years of operations, more than 1 million flights, and 600,000 flying hours. “We are confident in delivering quality service, leveraging our extensive experience and fleet upgrades,” he said. The contract includes the deployment of five new Eurocopter EC225 helicopters, equipped with advanced safety and navigation systems, capable of carrying up to 19 passengers.
Established in 1983, MHS Aviation is Malaysia’s leading provider of helicopter transport, emergency medical services, and search and rescue for the oil and gas industry. Beyond Malaysia, the company operates in Sudan, Myanmar, Timor Leste, and Mauritania, offering charter services, flight training, and engineering support. It is also the first Malaysian helicopter operator certified by the Department of Civil Aviation for its Safety Management System.
The contract underscores MHS Aviation’s strategic role in supporting Malaysia’s energy sector, particularly offshore operations. The new fleet additions and long-term agreement position the company to meet growing demand while maintaining high safety and efficiency standards.
Industry analysts view the deal as a significant boost for Malaysia’s oil and gas logistics, ensuring reliable transport for critical operations. With the contract’s extension option, MHS Aviation is poised to sustain its market leadership amid evolving industry needs.
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