Erickson Incorporated announced that the company will expand its relationship with HRT Participações em Petróleo, S.A. with a two-year contract beginning first quarter of 2015. This signing furthers the partnership between HRT and Erickson and demonstrates Erickson's strong market position in the South American oil and gas industry. Two Sikorsky S-76C+ helicopters will be used to transport HRT's personnel to their off-shore rig 60 miles from Rio de Janeiro.

Brazil is expected to lead the global growth of the oil and gas market over the next several years and is anticipated to see the increase in ranking of the world's oil reserves between now and 2020. Air Amazonia has been HRT's trusted aerial service provider since 2011, and Erickson has a reputation of expertise, strong past performance and safety. This combination of attributes reinforces the company's growing reputation within the South American oil and gas Industry.