Helicopter services company re-confirm commitment to Basingstoke

14 August 2009

FB Heliservices, a joint venture company between Bristow Helicopters and FR Aviation Group (part of Cobham Plc) have completed a new 6 year lease with the Landlords, Diageo Pension Trust to occupy Jameson House, part of the Chineham Court campus which includes the prestigious Vertex building and the listed Manor House, designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens (architect) in the early 1900's.  Jameson House is an attractive single storey, self contained office building constructed in 1984, comprising approximately 7,382 sq ft of floor space.

FB Heliservices are a provider of helicopters and associated services to the military and government markets worldwide.  Their capabilities also include helicopter maintenance and logistics support under civil and military procedures, simulation, training and other helicopter related support services.  The company own over 60 helicopters and employ 750 staff throughout the world with c 50 staff based at their headquarters here in Basingstoke.  The company has grown significantly since establishing its headquarters in Basingstoke in 2005 and further growth is anticipated.

Nick Olliffe of Hollis Hockley, advisor to the Diageo Fund commented "It is very satisfying to agree terms with FB Heliservices at Chineham Court.  The company has clearly carved out a niche and has an established and growing business model.  It's a success story for Basingstoke, especially given the general economic backdrop".

Peter Richardson, the Managing Director of FB Heliservices Limited, commented "we are delighted to have signed a new lease on Jameson House, which was negotiated quickly and professionally by all those involved.  The site is very much liked by our staff and the new lease provides the stability required by the business".