Abu Dhabi Aviation (ADA) leased its third Leonardo AW139 helicopter to SAZMA Aviation for five years, with the option of extending the lease by another two years. SAZMA Aviation is an oil and gas helicopter transporter company based in Malaysia.
Mohammed Ibrahim Al Mazrouei, General Manager and Accountable Manager of Abu Dhabi Aviation, said: "The deal constitutes a significant milestone to be added to our existing track record. We are pleased to again cooperate with SAZMA Aviation continuing to support SAZMA with the supply of offshore oil and gas capable aircraft with a full spare parts service continuing our movement into South East Asia."
Dr. Mark Pierroti, Director of the Commercial Department, said: "SAZMA is an important partner for Abu Dhabi Aviation and Malaysia is an important region for our company and we value this relationship. With the expansion of our new and used fleet, we are delivering the brand new AW139 aircraft from the Leonardo factory directly to SAZMA, and we are excited to work further in Malaysia. It also shows that Abu Dhabi Aviation is indeed a champion of the UAE on the world stage."
Rodney Linus, CEO of SAZMA Aviation, said: “This transaction demonstrates the capability, safety, quality, and confidence of the main customer in providing our services to international standards and benefits the local economy and employment opportunities in the Malaysian state of Sabhan.”
ADA said that the leased helicopters will be used in the Oil & Gas sector for offshore operations, to transport passengers to oil fields, in addition to full-service support of spare parts.