Bristow have announced that Paul Armstrong has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer, Government Services succeeding Alan Corbett who is retiring next year following a long career with the company. Armstrong is expected to join Bristow on February 22, 2027, following the completion of his current professional commitments and will be based in the United Kingdom. Meanwhile, Corbett will remain with the Company throughout the transition period which is expected to continue to the end of March.
Armstrong comes to Bristow with more than 20 years of executive leadership experience across aviation, aerospace, defence, and government services. He has led international operations, government programmes and commercial organisations across the United Kingdom, Europe, and North America, with experience serving government and defence customers in highly regulated environments.
“Following a comprehensive international search process, we identified a leader whose experience and qualifications align exceptionally well with our Government Services business,” said Chris Bradshaw, President and Chief Executive Officer of Bristow Group speaking about the hire. “Government Services remains a strategic growth platform for Bristow, and Paul’s operational, commercial, and government services experience will help us build on our strong foundation of operational excellence. We are grateful for Alan’s many contributions to Bristow and pleased that he will remain with the Company during the planned transition period.”
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