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オフショアヘリコプターサービス市場の2032年までの予測:タイプ別、用途別、エンドユーザー別、地域別の世界分析

Offshore Helicopter Services Market Forecasts to 2032 - Global Analysis By Type (Light Helicopters, Medium Helicopters and Heavy Helicopters), Application, End User and By Geography


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オフショアヘリコプターサービス市場の2032年までの予測:タイプ別、用途別、エンドユーザー別、地域別の世界分析
出版日: 2025年04月03日
発行: Stratistics Market Research Consulting
ページ情報: 英文 200+ Pages
納期: 2~3営業日
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概要

Stratistics MRCによると、世界のオフショアヘリコプターサービス市場は、2025年に35億9,000万米ドルを占め、予測期間中にCAGR 8.1%で成長し、2032年には62億米ドルに達すると予想されています。

風力発電所、石油掘削装置、船舶などのオフショア・プロジェクトに人、物資、機器を輸送する特殊な航空業務は、オフショアヘリコプターサービスと呼ばれています。困難な条件下でも迅速かつ安全で効果的な航行を保証するこれらのサービスは、オフショアエネルギーおよび海洋部門にとって不可欠です。洗練された航行装置と安全装置を備えたオフショアヘリコプターは、遠方や悪天候でも機能するように作られており、オフショアゾーンでの中断のない操業と緊急対応能力の維持に役立っています。

海洋探査・生産活動の増加

ヘリコプターは、特に海上輸送に時間がかかる状況において、オフショア地点への信頼できる迅速なアクセスを提供します。探査がより遠く、より深い海へと進むにつれて、特殊なヘリコプターサービスの必要性はますます高まっています。高度なオフショアヘリコプターオペレーションの需要は、安全性と緊急対応へのニーズによってますます高まっています。ヘリコプターは石油会社によって、緊急の補給物資の輸送にも、日常的な乗組員の交代にも使用されています。オフショアヘリコプターサービスの世界市場は、このような依存度の高まりによって強化されています。

安全規制と環境規制

新しいヘリコプターの機種や運航の承認期間が長くなるのは、規制への厳格な遵守の結果であることが多いです。このような規制によって、運航飛行時間数が制限される可能性があり、これはサービスの有効性と可用性に影響を与えます。使用できるヘリコプターの種類も、排出ガスや騒音公害に関する環境規制によって制限される可能性があり、そうなると機体の選択肢が狭まることになります。コンプライアンスに違反すれば、罰金や法的措置が課され、新規参入の妨げになります。総合的に考えると、これらの規則は、たとえ持続可能性と安全性のために不可欠であったとしても、サービス・プロバイダーにとっては、操業上・財務上の困難をもたらすものです。

新たな地域でのオフショアプロジェクト

石油・ガス探査がより遠く、より深い海域へと進むにつれて、ヘリコプターは緊急避難、人員交代、物資輸送に不可欠なものとなりつつあります。このような新しいプロジェクトでは、インフラが確立されていないことが多いため、航空輸送は不可欠な運用要素となっています。また、洋上風力発電所への関心が高まっているため、頻繁な保守点検飛行が必要となり、業界は拡大しています。最先端のヘリコプター技術や安全対策への投資も、未開拓地域への開発によって後押しされています。こうした進歩が安定した需要を生み、ヘリコプターサービス業者に新たな収入の道をもたらしています。

代替輸送手段との競合

オフショア・リグへの人員や物資の輸送は、CTV(クルー・トランスファー・ボート)などの海上ボートを使った方が安価な場合が多いです。また、ヘリコプターに比べ、悪天候時の安全マージンも大きいです。オフショアのインフラが海岸線に近づくにつれ、長距離のヘリコプター移動は必要ではなくなってきています。さらに、有人ヘリコプター・サービスの必要性は、遠隔操作や自律的な海上輸送の開発によって、さらに高まっています。そのため、ヘリコプター運航会社は、有効性や安全性を犠牲にすることなく経費を削減する必要に迫られています。

COVID-19の影響

COVID-19の大流行は、石油・ガス探査活動の縮小と世界の渡航制限を主因として、オフショアヘリコプターサービス市場を大きく混乱させました。オフショア事業が減少したため、乗組員の輸送需要が激減し、サービス・プロバイダーの財政が逼迫しました。プロジェクトの遅延と労働力の制限は、市場の低迷をさらに悪化させました。しかし、エネルギー需要が再開し、安全プロトコルが改善されるにつれて業界は徐々に回復し、ヘリコプターによるオフショア物流・輸送は緩やかながらも着実に回復しています。

予測期間中は軽ヘリコプター部門が最大になる見込み

軽ヘリコプター・セグメントは、そのコスト効率と運用の柔軟性から、予測期間中最大の市場シェアを占めると予想されます。これらのヘリコプターは、沿岸の基地と沖合の現場との間を短距離で移動する場合、燃料の使用量が少なく、メンテナンスも少なくて済みます。また、サイズが小さいため、海洋リグで頻繁に見られる小型のヘリパッドにも着陸できます。オフショアでの石油・ガス開発が進むにつれ、緊急対応や乗組員の輸送に軽ヘリコプターの必要性が高まっています。また、安全性、信頼性、航続距離を向上させる技術開発によって、オフショア事業での受け入れも進んでいます。

予測期間中、洋上風力産業分野のCAGRが最も高くなる見込み

予測期間中、洋上風力産業分野は、沿岸から遠く離れた風力発電所への乗組員輸送需要の増加により、最も高い成長率を記録すると予測されます。風力発電所が孤立した海域で成長しているため、ヘリコプターは保守点検のためにタービンに到達するための迅速かつ効果的な方法を提供します。洋上風力発電プロジェクトの建設・運営段階では、頻繁な空中支援が必要となるため、ヘリコプターの利用は絶え間ないです。さらに、海洋の危険な環境で働く作業員にとって、ヘリコプターは安全性と緊急対応能力を向上させる。世界の再生可能エネルギーの推進は、こうしたヘリコプター輸送への依存の高まりと軌を一にしており、これが市場拡大の原動力となっています。

最大のシェアを占める地域

予測期間中、アジア太平洋地域は、海洋石油・ガス探査、再生可能エネルギー・プロジェクト、防衛ニーズの増加により、最大の市場シェアを占めると予想されます。中国、インド、オーストラリア、マレーシアなどの国々がオフショア事業を拡大しており、信頼性の高いヘリコプター輸送の需要を押し上げています。技術の進歩、安全性の向上、オフショアインフラへの投資の増加は、市場の拡大をさらに後押ししています。同市場はまた、政府の支援や地域的な協力関係の拡大からも恩恵を受けており、アジア太平洋地域はオフショア航空サービスの主要地域となっています。

CAGRが最も高い地域:

予測期間中、北米地域が最も高いCAGRを示すと予測されるが、これは同地域の堅調な石油・ガス探査活動(特にメキシコ湾)による。海洋リグやプラットフォームへの安全で効率的な乗組員輸送に対する需要は着実に高まっています。ヘリコプター設計の技術的進歩、安全プロトコルの向上、洋上風力発電プロジェクトの増加が市場の成長をさらに後押ししています。主要なサービスプロバイダーは、進化する業界のニーズに対応するため、フリートを拡大し、サービスをアップグレードしており、この地域のオフショア航空セクターの力強い勢いを確実なものにしています。

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目次

第1章 エグゼクティブサマリー

第2章 序文

  • 概要
  • ステークホルダー
  • 調査範囲
  • 調査手法
    • データマイニング
    • データ分析
    • データ検証
    • 調査アプローチ
  • 調査資料
    • 1次調査資料
    • 2次調査情報源
    • 前提条件

第3章 市場動向分析

  • 促進要因
  • 抑制要因
  • 機会
  • 脅威
  • 用途分析
  • エンドユーザー分析
  • 新興市場
  • COVID-19の影響

第4章 ポーターのファイブフォース分析

  • 供給企業の交渉力
  • 買い手の交渉力
  • 代替品の脅威
  • 新規参入業者の脅威
  • 競争企業間の敵対関係

第5章 世界のオフショアヘリコプターサービス市場:タイプ別

  • 軽ヘリコプター
  • 中型ヘリコプター
  • 大型ヘリコプター

第6章 世界のオフショアヘリコプターサービス市場:用途別

  • 検査、監視、調査
  • 旅客輸送
  • 貨物輸送
  • 捜索救助
  • その他の用途

第7章 世界のオフショアヘリコプターサービス市場:エンドユーザー別

  • 石油・ガス産業
  • 洋上風力産業
  • その他のエンドユーザー

第8章 世界のオフショアヘリコプターサービス市場:地域別

  • 北米
    • 米国
    • カナダ
    • メキシコ
  • 欧州
    • ドイツ
    • 英国
    • イタリア
    • フランス
    • スペイン
    • その他欧州
  • アジア太平洋
    • 日本
    • 中国
    • インド
    • オーストラリア
    • ニュージーランド
    • 韓国
    • その他アジア太平洋地域
  • 南米
    • アルゼンチン
    • ブラジル
    • チリ
    • その他南米
  • 中東・アフリカ
    • サウジアラビア
    • アラブ首長国連邦
    • カタール
    • 南アフリカ
    • その他中東とアフリカ

第9章 主な発展

  • 契約、パートナーシップ、コラボレーション、ジョイントベンチャー
  • 買収と合併
  • 新製品発売
  • 事業拡大
  • その他の主要戦略

第10章 企業プロファイリング

  • 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
  • Avincis
図表

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)
目次
Product Code: SMRC29130

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

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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