Bristow Group (VTOL) Upsizes Private Offering to $500M in Senior Secured Notes
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 1h ago
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Source: seekingalpha
- Offering Size Increase: Bristow Group has successfully upsized its private offering to $500 million in 6.75% senior secured notes, expected to close on January 26, 2026, which will enhance the company's capital structure and provide funding for future growth.
- Redemption Plan for Old Notes: The company plans to allocate part of the offering proceeds to fully redeem its 6.875% senior secured notes due 2028 on March 1, 2026, ensuring all principal, premium, and interest payments are made, thereby discharging the 2028 Notes Indenture obligations.
- Maturity Arrangement: The newly issued notes will mature on February 1, 2033, and will be issued at par, reflecting the company's confidence in future financial stability while reducing interest burdens going forward.
- Market Reaction Expectations: The successful completion of this offering will support Bristow Group's ongoing operations in the offshore energy market, and despite facing certain market headwinds, it is still viewed as a worthwhile investment opportunity.
Analyst Views on VTOL
Wall Street analysts forecast VTOL stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for VTOL is 45.00 USD with a low forecast of 45.00 USD and a high forecast of 45.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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1 Buy
0 Hold
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Moderate Buy
Current: 39.880
Low
45.00
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45.00
High
45.00
Current: 39.880
Low
45.00
Averages
45.00
High
45.00
About VTOL
Bristow Group Inc. is a provider of vertical flight solutions. The Company primarily provides aviation services to a broad base of offshore energy companies and government entities. Its aviation services include personnel transportation, search and rescue (SAR), medevac, fixed-wing transportation, unmanned systems, and ad-hoc helicopter services. Its business consists of three operating segments: Offshore Energy Services, Government Services and Other Services. Its energy customers charter its helicopters primarily to transport personnel to, from and between onshore bases and offshore production platforms, drilling rigs and other installations. Its government customers primarily outsource SAR activities whereby the Company operates specialized helicopters and provides highly trained personnel. Its other services include fixed-wing transportation services through a regional airline and dry-leasing aircraft to third-party operators in support of other industries and geographic markets.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
