Every day our people go above and beyond to deliver services and solutions that are worlds apart. Here’s where you can find out about our latest news, initiatives and opportunities.

Grand Opening of Canadian Helicopters’ Terrace Base

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L to R: Randall Findlay, Director; Carmen Loberg, Director; Chad Sallenback, Supervisory Base AME; Don Wall, President & CEO; Craig Kendell, Base Manager; and Larry Pollock, Director & Chair. Photo courtesy of Erin Bowker, Terrace Standard.

February 6, 2014 – Canadian Helicopters recently hosted a Grand Opening and Open House of its newly built hangar and office facility in Terrace,British Columbia,Canada.    The event was well attended by various customers, suppliers, local media, and the HNZ Board of Directors.

The 13,000 square foot facility includes areas for reception, offices, pilot lounge, flight planning and debriefing rooms, and hangar space for 12 aircraft.  Canadian Helicopters moved into the new facility in May of 2013 and is now comfortably positioned to accommodate the growth of the region.

Ribbon Cutting at Edmonton International Airport

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L to R: Reg Milley, President & CEO, Edmonton Airports; Randall Findlay, Director & Chair, HNZ Group; Don Wall, President & CEO, HNZ Group; Carmen Loberg, Director, HNZ Group; Larry Pollock, Director, HNZ Group; John Whaley, Mayor of Leduc County

On October 1, Canadian Helicopters and HNZ Group celebrated the Edmonton branch’s relocation from the soon-to-be decommissioned City Centre Airport to the Edmonton International Airport (EIA). An Open House/Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was organized to mark the occasion

The event drew a crowd of over 150 clients, vendors, EIA employees and neighbouring businesses who were treated to tours of the office space, food & drinks, and live entertainment. The event was commemorated by a ribbon cutting ceremony officiated by Don Wall, President & CEO, HNZ Group; Reg Milley, President & CEO, Edmonton Airports; and John Whaley, Mayor of Leduc County. Local TV, newspaper, and radio provided media coverage of the event.

A highlight for many attendees was the unique opportunity to experience an aerial helicopter tour of the airport and surrounding communities. Guests were encouraged to make a donation in support of Youth Empowerment & Support Services (YESS.org), an Edmonton based youth emergency shelter. A total of $1,122 was raised in support of YESS.

Canadian Helicopters is very excited to be at Edmonton’s vibrant and growing International Airport. The fourth level of EIA’s iconic Central Tower is now home to HNZ executive offices, and Canadian Helicopters’ administrative and pilot training facilities.

Inaugural Flight – Shell Philippines Offshore Contract

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HNZ recently embarked on the first flight of a multi-year contract in the Philippines in support of the Malampaya Deep Water Gas-to-Power Project. The AW139 helicopter is contracted to Shell Global Solutions International B.V. to provide crew change helicopter services from Manila and Puerto Princesa to Shell’s offshore petroleum platform.

The contract, which commenced on September 1, is an exciting venture for HNZ as the company expands its operations in the Asian market.

A second AW139 will soon be deployed, also in support of the Malampaya project.

Recent Tour of New Nampa Valley Helicopters Facility

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HNZ President & CEO, Don Wall, along with senior managers from Willis Aerospace recently toured Nampa Valley Helicopters’ new facility in Meridian, Idaho.

Pictured from left to right: Dean Tromburg, General Manager – Nampa Valley Helicopters; Don Wall, President & CEO – HNZ Group; John Rooley, CEO – Willis Aerospace Americas; Glenn Beadling, Senior Vice President – Willis Global Aviation; and Hugh Whitfield, Managing Director – Heli-Welders / Nampa Valley Helicopters.

HNZ Group on LinkedIn

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We are thrilled to announce the launch of the HNZ corporate page on LinkedIn!

The HNZ Group page on LinkedIn, provides information about our services, videos, pictures, news and recent updates. Existing and prospective employees will find information about our recruitment initiatives as well as details of current career opportunities from each of our operating companies (Canadian Helicopters, HNZ Global, Nampa Valley Helicopters, and Heli-Welders).

We are excited to add LinkedIn as a recruitment strategy and to promote our company image has an employer of choice. The branding of HNZ under LinkedIn offers us expanded professional networking capabilities to assist in our search for exceptional talent.

We invite you to follow us on LinkedIn!

HNZ (Edmonton) Moving to New Office Space

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Effective May 6, 2013 HNZ’s Edmonton office has moved from the Edmonton City Centre Airport to the Central Tower (Level 4) at the Edmonton International Airport (EIA). This move coincides with the imminent closure of the City Centre Airport.

HNZ is excited to move to this newly built office space. Being located at the EIA will position HNZ’s Executive Office at a vibrant and growing airport, with improved access for visitors and enhanced visibility. The building is an iconic Edmonton facility built to LEED standards incorporating the latest in energy conservation standards, creating a healthy workspace with low impact on the natural environment.

The Edmonton administrative offices of Canadian Helicopters (an HNZ company) also occupy this new space. The office layout includes executive offices, collaborative workstations, breakout / meeting rooms, a large pilot training area with support amenities, and an executive boardroom.

The new Edmonton address is:

HNZ Group Inc.
4500, 1000 Airport Road
Edmonton International Airport
Alberta T9E 0V3
Canada

HNZ Group’s Corporate Head Office is located in Les Cèdres (Montréal), Québec, Canada.

Heli-Expo

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HNZ Group unveiled its new exhibit at Helicopter Association International’s Heli-Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, March 5-7, 2013. Teams from Nampa Valley Helicopters, Heli-Welders Canada and HNZ Topflight took part in the busy event.

HNZ’s newest AW139 helicopter was also on display at AgustaWestland’s booth. This aircraft is destined for work in the Philippines through HNZ Global.

HNZ Introduces the AW109SP “GrandNew” Light Twin

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HNZ is pleased to announce the arrival of the first AW109SP “GrandNew” light twin helicopter to its fleet (pictured below arriving in Perth, Australia). Three AW109SPs are being introduced to the Australian market and will offer clients outstanding performance, generous cabin space, and the most advanced developments in safety and avionics.

As previously disclosed, beginning in March 2013, HNZ will replace its existing two Eurocopter EC 145 helicopters with the first of three new AgustaWestland AW109SP helicopters. The helicopters will continue to provide contracted Marine Pilot transfer service to Rio Tinto’s iron ore carriers at Dampier and Cape Lambert Ports in West Australia.
All three AW109SPs are expected to be in service by September of 2013.

The Sky’s the Limit!

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Please join Don Wall, President and CEO, HNZ Group Inc.,
and his team at Heli-Expo, March 5-7, 2013.

Exibit 3316, Hall C

Find out the latest, exciting news from Nampa Valley,
Heliwelders and HNZ Topflight at our new exhibit.

Our name has changed…our passion has not

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Canadian Helicopters Group has a new name – HNZ Group. When Canadian Helicopters Group acquired Helicopters (N.Z.) – known in the international market as ‘HNZ’ – the Group was well aware of the strength of the existing HNZ brand, and the associated benefits of adopting the HNZ name.

In conjunction with this name change, the company is pleased to reveal our new logo, to be shared by all operating companies: Canadian Helicopters, HNZ, Heli-Welders, Nampa Valley Helicopters, and HNZ Topflight.

Finally, we invite you to explore our new website, which we hope represents our passion for excellence and excitement for what’s on the horizon.

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