NHV Group has annoNHV Group has announced the introduction of factory-new Airbus H160 helicopters to its fleet, leased from GD Helicopter Finance (GDHF). The addition marks a major milestone in the company’s ongoing development, enhancing its offshore operations and supporting the next phase of NHV’s growth strategy.
Lars-Henrik Thorngreen, CEO of NHV, said:
“The introduction of the H160 represents an important objective for NHV. It underlines our commitment to building a modern, efficient and resilient fleet that can support the evolving needs of our customers. As we add the H160 to our medium helicopter fleet, we strengthen our operational offering and create new opportunities to support NHV’s continued growth in Europe and Africa. With latest-generation technology, improved environmental performance and high operational availability, the H160 is a strong complement to our existing fleet.”
The Airbus H160 represents a new generation of medium helicopters, offering improved performance, comfort and environmental efficiency. Its arrival will strengthen NHV’s operational capabilities to support offshore energy customers across Northern Europe and Africa – including both traditional Oil and Gas projects and the rapidly expanding Offshore Wind sector.
Régis Magnac, Head of Energy, Leasing and Global Accounts at Airbus Helicopters, commented:
“With the H160, we have introduced a truly next-generation platform that redefines the standards of safety, efficiency, and passenger comfort for the most demanding offshore missions. Its arrival in the European offshore energy market is a pivotal moment; by integrating this advanced technology, GDHF and NHV are raising the benchmark for modern fleet operations across the region. Airbus is fully committed to supporting NHV’s growth as they lead the way with the H160.”
In the coming weeks, NHV’s first H160 helicopters will become operational, serving customers across the North Sea and Baltic Sea regions. The aircraft will be based at NHV’s facilities in Denmark, Poland, Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium, with the United Kingdom to follow.
Configured for both Oil and Gas and Offshore Wind crew change operations, the H160s are set to meet growing demand for sustainable, cost-efficient helicopter solutions. Initially, operations will be centred from Den Helder, with flexibility to deploy across other bases depending on project needs. The first commercial flights are scheduled to begin in May 2026.
Michael York, CEO of GD Helicopter Finance, said:
“We are very pleased to support NHV with the introduction of two Airbus H160 helicopters into its fleet. NHV is a highly respected operator with a strong track record in offshore operations, and the H160 is ideally suited to meet the evolving requirements of its customers. This transaction reflects GDHF’s focus on placing new technology, multi-mission helicopters with leading operators through flexible leasing solutions.”
This fleet expansion forms a key part of NHV’s 2026 business plan, reinforcing the group’s commitment to maintaining a versatile and modern fleet. NHV continues to invest in innovation, technology, and operational excellence to support the future of offshore energy across Europe and beyond.
