Bristow Posts 3% Revenue Gain to $388.7M, Affirms $295M–$325M EBITDA Outlook
Bristow Group Inc. posted Q1 net income of $13.1M, or $0.44 per share, on $388.7M revenue, up 3% sequentially, while adjusted EBITDA dipped to $59.3M. Offshore energy services revenue rose 2.8% to $254.3M, government services revenue grew 7.8% to $107.9M, and the company affirmed its 2026 adjusted EBITDA outlook at $295M–$325M.
1. Q1 Financial Results
Bristow Group reported net income attributable to the company of $13.1 million, or $0.44 per diluted share, on total revenues of $388.7 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. This compares with net income of $18.4 million, or $0.61 per diluted share, on $377.3 million in total revenues in the prior quarter, and adjusted EBITDA declined slightly from $60.1 million to $59.3 million.
2. Offshore Energy Services Performance
Offshore energy services revenue increased by $6.9 million, or 2.8%, to $254.3 million, driven by higher rates and utilization in the U.S., Trinidad and Africa. However, operating income in this segment fell 15.3% to $35.7 million due to accelerated depreciation on medium helicopters, higher repairs and maintenance costs, and increased lease expenses.
3. Government Services Growth
Government services revenue climbed 7.8% to $107.9 million, supported by the full-quarter impact of the Irish Coast Guard contract and the launch of the Waterford base. Operating income swung to a $0.9 million profit from a $1.6 million loss in the prior quarter, reflecting higher revenues partially offset by increased operating and administrative expenses.
4. 2026 Adjusted EBITDA Outlook
The company affirmed its full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance in the range of $295 million to $325 million. Management cited favorable trends in defense spending, energy security demand and emerging electrified aircraft opportunities as key drivers for meeting this outlook.