NEW HEAD OFFICES FOR APAC & EMEA

In June 2022, PHI Aviation introduced a new global organizational structure to better align our organization and resources to our customers’ needs and our strategic growth and diversification opportunities.

We opened new head offices in Perth (APAC) and the United Kingdom (EMEA).

Under the new structure, we have three geographically-based operating units: PHI Americas (Americas); PHI Asia-Pacific (APAC); and PHI Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA). As part of the refreshed organizational structure, we opened new head offices in Perth (APAC) and the United Kingdom (EMEA). Read on to find out more about each office.

PHI’S APAC Headquarters Officially Open in Perth

PHI Aviation celebrated the official opening of our Asia Pacific (APAC) headquarters with an event in Perth, Western Australia in August 2022. Our new APAC offices are located at 1100 Hay Street and will oversee bases across Australia, New Zealand and the Philippines, expanding PHI Aviation’s global reach.

Speaking at the event, Managing Director Keith Mullett said that Perth was chosen as the regional headquarters because of its proximity to key customers and strategic growth and diversification opportunities in the region.

“The decision to base ourselves in Western Australia was primarily driven by a strong focus on customer service, growth opportunities and safety best practices that require key decision-making on the ground. We see huge potential in the region,” said Keith.

Keith also spoke of the company’s commitment to exploring the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).

“Using SAF will make a significant impact on our emissions. All of our helicopters are capable of using SAF and we are working hard with our suppliers and customers in the US to introduce SAF into the Gulf of Mexico where a supply network exists. We look forward to having SAF available in Australia in the future and more specifically in WA, and to working with our clients to introduce it fully in our operations.”

Cory Latiolais, who has taken on the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the APAC region said that the company sees growth opportunities with energy clients working offshore in Australia; in supporting renewable energy investments such as offshore wind; in offering advanced helicopter maintenance capabilities; and in air medical and search-and-rescue in regional and remote communities.

“We regularly provide support to the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) and recently completed a number of critical rescue operations...”

“We also see huge growth opportunities in the region in the provision of mining support, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF),” he said.

At the opening of the new headquarters, Western Australia’s Minister for Mines and Petroleum, Energy, Corrective Services and Industrial Relations, Hon. Bill Johnston, welcomed PHI into the region.

“We [Western Australia] are the logical base for people in the energy sector – and we’ve watched the growth of PHI here in Western Australia as you’ve picked up new contracts over the last few years. We’re really appreciative of the fact that you’ve decided to come here to Perth for your regional headquarters,” said Minister Johnston.

Since the opening of the office, we have welcomed many new faces to the PHI team in Australia and the wider region and continue to pursue opportunities across APAC.

EMEA Head Office Opened in the United Kingdom

“The team and I are enjoying being able to see each other more often and work collaboratively.”

- Jamie Mitchell, Chief Operating Officer of EMEA

Our Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) business unit has a new regional headquarters near Farnborough Airport, just outside London.

Our EMEA team, led by Chief Operating Officer Jamie Mitchell, is enjoying having a dedicated workspace and being able to see team members face-to-face more often.

Although smaller than the recently opened APAC head office, the EMEA office will have a big impact on the teams, who to date have not had a permanent base for head office staff.

“Although smaller in terms of office space compared to our APAC and Americas counterparts, the team and I are enjoying being able to see each other more often and work collaboratively,” said Jamie Mitchell.

“The fact that our regional teams are spread across Europe, the Middle East and Africa does not negate the need for a regional head office, and we are thrilled to have a permanent office just outside London.”

The EMEA leadership team from across the region recently spent a week together in the new office for a strategy session.