Waypoint Leasing signs purchase and leaseback agreement with Bristow Group

Waypoint Leasing (Ireland), an independent global helicopter leasing company, has closed a multi-aircraft agreement with Bristow Group for the purchase and leaseback of three AgustaWestland AW139 helicopters. All three helicopters will operate offshore in crew change and limited Search and Rescue roles, on long-term contract in Guyana. Waypoint’s portfolio includes more than 120 aircraft with total assets in excess of US$1.5bn. Waypoint’s fleet operates for 16 customers in 27 countries. Additionally, Waypoint has firm and option orders with aircraft manufacturers for more than 125 helicopters valued at more than US$1.7bn, to be delivered over the next five years.