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NHV Group Announces Strategic Partnership with Apex Aviation for Offshore Wind Industry
NHV Group recently announced its collaboration in
Taiwan with helicopter Apex
Aviation. This partnership aims to provide innovative
transportation
services to the impressive offshore wind industry in Taiwan.
Given the ambitious construction and maintenance of wind farm projects in Taiwan, the establishment of a helicopter- based
personnel transportation and
emergency rescue service has become a growing demand for offshore wind operators. As a result, NHV is committed to establishing a solution for the offshore wind-farm industry. Further delay in this endeavor could impact safety, operational excellence, and the overall commercial success of wind-farm projects. Recognizing the risks associated with entering a new market unprepared, the NHV Group has thoroughly evaluated its options and chosen to partner with Apex Aviation, a local Taiwanese company with deep industry expertise, shared
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safety values, and a proven track record of
collaboration with the Taiwanese government and local authorities.
Apex Aviation officially made the announcement of this collaboration during an exclusive publication released on Oct. 18 at the Taiwan International Smart Energy Exhibition.
Wilson Kao, chairman of Apex Aviation, affirmed the partnership’s potential, stating, “Apex Aviation’s operations team in Taiwan boasts unrivaled experience in managing large-scale international helicopter projects. We are confident that the amalgamation of our team’s expertise and NHV’s extensive offshore wind experience will successfully introduce long-awaited helicopter services to the offshore wind power industry in Taiwan.”
Joseph Kearton, vice president of Strategic Development at NHV Group, added, “NHV is delighted to join forces with Apex Aviation to bring this innovative solution to the market. This collaboration will enable us to deliver a safe and reliable operation, mirroring the high
Kearton emphasized NHV’s commitment to
remains our
safety by stating, top
“At NHV, priority, and are pleased to announce that
collaboration will also encompass the provision of a helicopter emergency medical service (HEMS) solution.”
In addition to this exciting partnership, NHV Group and Apex Aviation are on the verge of announcing the involvement of two prominent domestic partners in this consortium. These partners will contribute maintenance (MRO) and marine logistics services, offering a comprehensive solution to fulfill the evolving operational and maintenance requirements of the offshore wind power industry.
Apex and NHV are determined to expedite the certification process for helicopter operations, with a launch date targeted for the fourth quarter of 2024.
safety we the
standards our clients are accustomed to in the North Sea, and in Taiwan.”
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