Bristow Group Inc. reports developments across its global vertical flight services business, which provides aviation services to offshore energy companies and government entities. Its recurring updates cover Offshore Energy Services, Government Services and Other Services, including personnel transportation to offshore installations, search and rescue, medevac, fixed-wing transportation, unmanned systems, ad hoc helicopter services and aircraft dry leasing.
Company news also covers quarterly and annual results, Adjusted EBITDA outlook, operating cash flow, common-stock dividends and debt financing activity. Other recurring themes include government search-and-rescue contract activity, leadership changes and partnerships or test projects involving zero- and low-emission aviation technologies.
Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL) reported Q1 2026 results: total revenues $388.7M, net income $13.1M ($0.44 diluted), and Adjusted EBITDA $59.3M. The company affirmed 2026 Adjusted EBITDA guidance of $295–$325M and reported total liquidity of $393.6M. A dividend of $0.125 per share was declared, payable May 29, 2026.
Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.125 per share, payable May 29, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 15, 2026. The company said it intends to pay regular quarterly dividends, but each payment and dates remain subject to Board approval.
Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL) will release Q1 2026 financial results after market close on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, and will host a conference call on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. ET (9:00 a.m. CT).
A live link is open for early registration; a replay and the investor presentation will be available through May 27, 2026 and on May 5, 2026 respectively.
Bristow Group (NASDAQ:VTOL), Electra, Avinor and the Norwegian Civil Aviation Authority signed a contract on April 21, 2026 to run a second international test project in Norway for zero‑ and low‑emission aviation.
The programme will demonstrate Electra's hybrid‑electric Ultra Short aircraft, capable of takeoff and landing in as little as 50 meters, using phased tests from northern small airports to novel access points and hub‑feeding operations, with preparation expected to conclude within approximately six months and test operations aimed to start mid‑2027.
Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL) announced that Alan Corbett, Chief Operating Officer, Government Services, intends to retire at the end of 2026 and will remain in his role until a successor is appointed. The company has launched a global search with an international executive search firm to manage a structured leadership transition.
Corbett joined Bristow in 2014, was named COO, Government Services in February 2023, and helped secure major long-term contracts including the UK Search and Rescue Second-Generation program, the Irish Coast Guard, and the Netherlands and Dutch Caribbean Coast Guard programs.
Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL) reported 2025 results and affirmed its 2026 outlook. Full‑year revenues were $1.49B, net income $129.1M, and Adjusted EBITDA $245.6M, in line with guidance. Operating cash flow was $198.4M and Adjusted Free Cash Flow was $186.7M.
The company refinanced senior notes with an upsized $500M deal at a 6.75% coupon and declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.125 per share payable March 26, 2026.
Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL) named Anne Rappold Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary, effective February 23, 2026.
Rappold served as Acting Chief Legal Officer since August 2025 and will continue to lead legal, compliance, and government affairs. She joined Bristow in June 2023 as Deputy General Counsel, Americas and Global Risk Management.
Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL) will release its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results after market close on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
The company will host a conference call on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. ET (9:00 a.m. CT). Investors may register and access the live call and replay via the provided registration link; a replay is available through March 19, 2026. The investor presentation will be posted on February 26, 2026 on Bristow's investor website.
BETA (NYSE:BETA) test program in Norway completed its first electric aviation demonstration, concluding a roughly six-month operational trial that ran through January 28, 2026.
Flights ran on a cargo route between Stavanger and Bergen, validating aircraft performance, charging infrastructure, winter operations, regulatory sandboxing, and collaborative procedures among Avinor, Bristow, BETA, and Norwegian authorities.
Bristow Group (NYSE: VTOL) closed a private offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of 6.750% senior secured notes due 2033 on January 26, 2026, and entered an amendment and restatement extending its asset-based revolving credit facility (ABL Facility) to 2031. A portion of the net proceeds was used to satisfy and discharge the company's outstanding 6.875% senior secured notes due 2028 with approximately $397 million principal outstanding as of September 30, 2025; liens securing the 2028 notes were released. Remaining proceeds are planned for general corporate purposes. The notes were sold to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A and to non-U.S. persons under Regulation S. The ABL amendment reduces commitments from $85 million to $70 million with an option to increase to $105 million.