Riyadh – Mubasher: Visitors travelling to and from The Rig, the world's first offshore adventure tourism destination in the Arabian Gulf, will be offered a premium helicopter transport service as per a collaboration between Oil Park Development Company (OPDC) and The Helicopter Company (THC).
The strategic partnership, under the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Saudi Arabia’s leading commercial helicopter operator and the wholly owned closed joint stock company of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) OPDC, forms a joint commitment to enhancing the tourism and entertainment offerings in the Kingdom, according to a press release.
The MoU objectives come in line with Saudi Vision 2030, mainly focusing on improving transportation infrastructure and elevating the hospitality sector in Saudi Arabia.
CEO of the PIF’s OPDC, Raed Bakhrji, said: “Our strategic partnership with THC underscores our dedication to providing an exceptional visitor experience.”
Bakhrji noted: “Through the seamless incorporation of premium helicopter transport into THE RIG.'s services, we are not only improving accessibility but also enriching the Kingdom's vibrant tourism sector in alignment with Vision 2030."
Under the joint agreement, THC will leverage its expertise to provide specialised and customised helicopter services aligning with high standards of safety, comfort, and efficiency to enhance the overall visitor experience.
Meanwhile, CEO of THC, Captain Arnaud Martinez, said: "We are thrilled to collaborate with OPDC on this groundbreaking project. This partnership is a testament to our commitment to delivering top-tier helicopter services that meet the highest standards of safety and quality.”
Martinez concluded: “By integrating our helicopter services with THE RIG, we aim to contribute to the Kingdom's ambitious vision for the future. THC is determined to prove that everything is possible in aviation with the right partner.”
At the beginning of 2024, it was announced that OPDC will execute The Rig as the world-first adventure tourism destination while promoting it as making adrenaline pumping with thrilling activities.
