As it approaches its bicentennial year, the company has sharpened its focus on enhancing its offering to lay the groundwork for future growth. PHL has bolstered its fleet with seven new aircraft including five H125s.

Pacific Helicopters will operate both H145D3s on behalf of Santos subsidiary Oil Search to support liquid natural gas and other energy facilities in Papua New Guinea with a significant export content to Japan.

Edward Matane brings an impressive range of skills and experience to the role of CEO at Pacific Helicopters as well as a motivation and enthusiasm that the company feels will be a great asset to the existing team.