ANR Pipeline Company has placed a firm order for three AgustaWestland AW119 Ke single-engined helicopters. The first two will be delivered later this summer, with the third following in 2010.

A TransCanada-owned operator of natural gas pipelines, the ANR Pipeline Company will support be used to support offshore operations in the Gulf of Mexico.

Meanwhile, the Maritime Safety Administration of China has signed a contract for two Grand light twin helicopters, taking options on two more.

Source: Flight Daily News