PUBLISHER: Stratistics Market Research Consulting | PRODUCT CODE: 1716319
PUBLISHER: Stratistics Market Research Consulting | PRODUCT CODE: 1716319
Offshore Helicopter Services Market Forecasts to 2032 - Global Analysis By Type (Light Helicopters, Medium Helicopters and Heavy Helicopters), Application, End User and By Geography
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market is accounted for $3.59 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $6.20 billion by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 8.1% during the forecast period. Specialised aviation operations that transport people, supplies, and equipment to and from offshore projects including wind farms, oil rigs, and ships are referred to as offshore helicopter services. By guaranteeing fast, safe, and effective passage in difficult conditions, these services are essential to the offshore energy and maritime sectors. Offshore helicopters, which are outfitted with sophisticated navigation and safety equipment, are made to function in distant locations and inclement weather, assisting in the maintenance of uninterrupted operations and emergency response capabilities in offshore zones.
Market Dynamics:
Driver:
Increasing offshore exploration and production activities
Helicopters provide dependable and rapid access to offshore locations, particularly in situations where maritime transportation takes a long time. Specialised helicopter services are becoming more and more necessary as exploration moves into farther-flung and deeper oceans. The demand for sophisticated offshore helicopter operations is increasingly stimulated by safety and emergency response needs. Helicopters are used by oil firms for both urgent supply delivery and routine crew changes. The global market for offshore helicopter services is strengthened by this increasing dependence.
Restraint:
Safety and environmental regulations
Longer approval periods for new helicopter models and flight operations are frequently the consequence of strict regulatory compliance. The number of operational flying hours may be restricted by these regulations, which would impact the effectiveness and availability of services. The kinds of helicopters that can be utilised may be limited by environmental regulations on emissions and noise pollution, which would diminish the options available to the fleet. For non-compliance, businesses risk fines or legal action, which would discourage new competitors from entering the market. All things considered, these rules provide operational and financial difficulties for service providers even if they are essential for sustainability and safety.
Opportunity:
Emerging offshore projects in new region
Helicopters are becoming indispensable for emergency evacuations, personnel changes and supply deliveries as oil and gas exploration moves into farther-flung and deeper waters. Since there is frequently no established infrastructure for these new projects, air transport is an essential operational component. The industry is also expanding because to the increased interest in offshore wind farms, which necessitate frequent maintenance and inspection flights. Investment in cutting-edge helicopter technologies and safety precautions is also encouraged by the development into unexplored areas. All things considered, these advancements create steady demand and give helicopter service suppliers new avenues for income.
Threat:
Competition from alternative transport methods
Transporting people and goods to offshore rigs is frequently less expensive when done by marine boats, such as crew transfer vessels (CTVs). Compared to helicopters, these boats also offer larger safety margins in inclement weather. Long-distance helicopter trips are becoming less necessary as offshore infrastructure gets closer to the shoreline. Furthermore, the need for manned helicopter services is being further challenged by developments in remotely operated and autonomous sea transportation. Helicopter operators are therefore under pressure to cut expenses without sacrificing effectiveness or safety.
Covid-19 Impact
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted the offshore helicopter services market, primarily due to reduced oil and gas exploration activities and global travel restrictions. With fewer offshore operations, demand for crew transportation dropped sharply, leading to financial strain on service providers. Delayed projects and workforce limitations further compounded the market downturn. However, the industry gradually rebounded as energy demand resumed and safety protocols improved, prompting a slow but steady recovery in offshore logistics and transportation by helicopter.
The light helicopters segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The light helicopters segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period, due to their cost-efficiency and operational flexibility. These helicopters use less fuel and require less maintenance when travelling short distances between coastal bases and offshore sites. They can land on the small helipads that are frequently seen on offshore rigs because of their lower size. Light helicopters are becoming more and more necessary for emergency response and crew transport as offshore oil and gas development activities increase. Their acceptance in offshore operations is also being aided by technology developments that are improving their safety, dependability, and range.
The offshore wind industry segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
Over the forecast period, the offshore wind industry segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate, due to increased demand for crew transport to and from wind farms located far from shore. Helicopters provide a quick and effective way to reach turbines for maintenance and inspections as wind farms grow in isolated ocean locations. Helicopter use is constant during the offshore wind project building and operation phases, when frequent aerial support is needed. Additionally, for workers in hazardous offshore environments, helicopters improve safety and emergency response capabilities. The global push for renewable energy is in line with this increasing reliance on helicopter transport, which is driving market expansion.
Region with largest share:
During the forecast period, the Asia Pacific region is expected to hold the largest market share due to increasing offshore oil and gas exploration, renewable energy projects, and defense needs. Countries like China, India, Australia, and Malaysia are expanding offshore operations, boosting demand for reliable helicopter transport. Technological advancements, safety enhancements, and rising investments in offshore infrastructure further support market expansion. The market also benefits from government support and growing regional collaborations, positioning Asia Pacific as a key area for offshore aviation services.
Region with highest CAGR:
Over the forecast period, the North America region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR, owing to the region's robust oil and gas exploration activities, particularly in the Gulf of Mexico. Demand for safe, efficient crew transport to offshore rigs and platforms is steadily rising. Technological advancements in helicopter design, increased safety protocols, and rising offshore wind energy projects further support market growth. Major service providers are expanding fleets and upgrading services to meet evolving industry needs, ensuring strong momentum in the region's offshore aviation sector.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players profiled in the Offshore Helicopter Services Market include Bristow Group Inc., CHC Helicopter Group, PHI Inc., Abu Dhabi Aviation Co., HNZ Group Inc., Omni Helicopters International (OHI) SA, NHV Group, Gulf International Services QPSC, Erickson Incorporated, CITIC Offshore Helicopter Co. Ltd., Cougar Helicopters, UTair-Helicopter Services JSC, Air Methods Corporation, Babcock International Group plc, Global Medical Response Inc., PJSC Gazprom, Westair Helicopters and Avincis.
Key Developments:
In july 2024, CHC Helicopter strengthened its partnership with Petrogas by agreeing to support the Baker and Abbey wells on the UK Continental Shelf. The contract includes crew change and transportation services from CHC's base in Norwich, along with passenger logistics and freight handling.
In February 2024, Bristow and THC, Saudi Arabia's premier commercial helicopter services provider, signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore advanced air mobility opportunities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This collaboration aims to advance innovation and sustainability in vertical aviation.
Types Covered:
- Light Helicopters
- Medium Helicopters
- Heavy Helicopters
Applications Covered:
- Inspection, Monitoring, and Surveying
- Passenger Transport
- Goods Transport
- Search and Rescue
- Other Applications
End Users Covered:
- Oil and Gas Industry
- Offshore Wind Industry
- Other End Users
Regions Covered:
- North America
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- Italy
- France
- Spain
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Japan
- China
- India
- Australia
- New Zealand
- South Korea
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- South America
- Argentina
- Brazil
- Chile
- Rest of South America
- Middle East & Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Qatar
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East & Africa
What our report offers:
- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2024, 2025, 2026, 2028, and 2032
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements
Free Customization Offerings:
All the customers of this report will be entitled to receive one of the following free customization options:
- Company Profiling
- Comprehensive profiling of additional market players (up to 3)
- SWOT Analysis of key players (up to 3)
- Regional Segmentation
- Market estimations, Forecasts and CAGR of any prominent country as per the client's interest (Note: Depends on feasibility check)
- Competitive Benchmarking
- Benchmarking of key players based on product portfolio, geographical presence, and strategic alliances
Table of Contents
1 Executive Summary
2 Preface
- 2.1 Abstract
- 2.2 Stake Holders
- 2.3 Research Scope
- 2.4 Research Methodology
- 2.4.1 Data Mining
- 2.4.2 Data Analysis
- 2.4.3 Data Validation
- 2.4.4 Research Approach
- 2.5 Research Sources
- 2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
- 2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
- 2.5.3 Assumptions
3 Market Trend Analysis
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Drivers
- 3.3 Restraints
- 3.4 Opportunities
- 3.5 Threats
- 3.6 Application Analysis
- 3.7 End User Analysis
- 3.8 Emerging Markets
- 3.9 Impact of Covid-19
4 Porters Five Force Analysis
- 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
- 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
- 4.3 Threat of substitutes
- 4.4 Threat of new entrants
- 4.5 Competitive rivalry
5 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market, By Type
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Light Helicopters
- 5.3 Medium Helicopters
- 5.4 Heavy Helicopters
6 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market, By Application
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Inspection, Monitoring, and Surveying
- 6.3 Passenger Transport
- 6.4 Goods Transport
- 6.5 Search and Rescue
- 6.6 Other Applications
7 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market, By End User
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Oil and Gas Industry
- 7.3 Offshore Wind Industry
- 7.4 Other End Users
8 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market, By Geography
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 North America
- 8.2.1 US
- 8.2.2 Canada
- 8.2.3 Mexico
- 8.3 Europe
- 8.3.1 Germany
- 8.3.2 UK
- 8.3.3 Italy
- 8.3.4 France
- 8.3.5 Spain
- 8.3.6 Rest of Europe
- 8.4 Asia Pacific
- 8.4.1 Japan
- 8.4.2 China
- 8.4.3 India
- 8.4.4 Australia
- 8.4.5 New Zealand
- 8.4.6 South Korea
- 8.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
- 8.5 South America
- 8.5.1 Argentina
- 8.5.2 Brazil
- 8.5.3 Chile
- 8.5.4 Rest of South America
- 8.6 Middle East & Africa
- 8.6.1 Saudi Arabia
- 8.6.2 UAE
- 8.6.3 Qatar
- 8.6.4 South Africa
- 8.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa
9 Key Developments
- 9.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
- 9.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
- 9.3 New Product Launch
- 9.4 Expansions
- 9.5 Other Key Strategies
10 Company Profiling
- 10.1 Bristow Group Inc.
- 10.2 CHC Helicopter Group
- 10.3 PHI Inc.
- 10.4 Abu Dhabi Aviation Co.
- 10.5 HNZ Group Inc.
- 10.6 Omni Helicopters International (OHI) SA
- 10.7 NHV Group
- 10.8 Gulf International Services QPSC
- 10.9 Erickson Incorporated
- 10.10 CITIC Offshore Helicopter Co. Ltd.
- 10.11 Cougar Helicopters
- 10.12 UTair-Helicopter Services JSC
- 10.13 Air Methods Corporation
- 10.14 Babcock International Group plc
- 10.15 Global Medical Response Inc.
- 10.16 PJSC Gazprom
- 10.17 Westair Helicopters
- 10.18 Avincis
List of Tables
- Table 1 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Region (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 2 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Type (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 3 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Light Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 4 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Medium Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 5 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Heavy Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 6 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Application (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 7 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Inspection, Monitoring, and Surveying (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 8 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Passenger Transport (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 9 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Goods Transport (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 10 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Search and Rescue (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 11 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 12 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By End User (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 13 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Oil and Gas Industry (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 14 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Offshore Wind Industry (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 15 Global Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 16 North America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Country (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 17 North America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Type (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 18 North America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Light Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 19 North America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Medium Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 20 North America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Heavy Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 21 North America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Application (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 22 North America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Inspection, Monitoring, and Surveying (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 23 North America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Passenger Transport (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 24 North America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Goods Transport (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 25 North America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Search and Rescue (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 26 North America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 27 North America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By End User (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 28 North America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Oil and Gas Industry (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 29 North America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Offshore Wind Industry (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 30 North America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 31 Europe Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Country (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 32 Europe Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Type (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 33 Europe Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Light Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 34 Europe Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Medium Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 35 Europe Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Heavy Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 36 Europe Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Application (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 37 Europe Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Inspection, Monitoring, and Surveying (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 38 Europe Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Passenger Transport (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 39 Europe Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Goods Transport (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 40 Europe Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Search and Rescue (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 41 Europe Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 42 Europe Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By End User (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 43 Europe Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Oil and Gas Industry (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 44 Europe Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Offshore Wind Industry (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 45 Europe Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 46 Asia Pacific Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Country (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 47 Asia Pacific Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Type (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 48 Asia Pacific Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Light Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 49 Asia Pacific Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Medium Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 50 Asia Pacific Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Heavy Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 51 Asia Pacific Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Application (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 52 Asia Pacific Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Inspection, Monitoring, and Surveying (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 53 Asia Pacific Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Passenger Transport (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 54 Asia Pacific Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Goods Transport (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 55 Asia Pacific Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Search and Rescue (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 56 Asia Pacific Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 57 Asia Pacific Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By End User (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 58 Asia Pacific Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Oil and Gas Industry (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 59 Asia Pacific Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Offshore Wind Industry (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 60 Asia Pacific Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 61 South America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Country (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 62 South America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Type (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 63 South America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Light Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 64 South America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Medium Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 65 South America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Heavy Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 66 South America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Application (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 67 South America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Inspection, Monitoring, and Surveying (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 68 South America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Passenger Transport (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 69 South America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Goods Transport (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 70 South America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Search and Rescue (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 71 South America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 72 South America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By End User (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 73 South America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Oil and Gas Industry (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 74 South America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Offshore Wind Industry (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 75 South America Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 76 Middle East & Africa Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Country (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 77 Middle East & Africa Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Type (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 78 Middle East & Africa Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Light Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 79 Middle East & Africa Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Medium Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 80 Middle East & Africa Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Heavy Helicopters (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 81 Middle East & Africa Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Application (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 82 Middle East & Africa Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Inspection, Monitoring, and Surveying (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 83 Middle East & Africa Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Passenger Transport (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 84 Middle East & Africa Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Goods Transport (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 85 Middle East & Africa Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Search and Rescue (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 86 Middle East & Africa Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 87 Middle East & Africa Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By End User (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 88 Middle East & Africa Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Oil and Gas Industry (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 89 Middle East & Africa Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Offshore Wind Industry (2024-2032) ($MN)
- Table 90 Middle East & Africa Offshore Helicopter Services Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2024-2032) ($MN)
