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News Alert! We are now live with Search and Rescue at Shannon Airport, Ireland! At 23:59 on Saturday 7 December the AW189 was declared on-line and our experienced team went operational for the first time, ready to receive emergency taskings and deliver aviation support to the Irish Coast Guard. Declaring 'go-live' is the culmination of years of work, and we are enormously proud of everyone who has contributed at Bristow Ireland, and across the Bristow global family, to developing what will be a new era of search and rescue for the people of Ireland. Since the contract was awarded to Bristow Ireland in 2023, teams have been working to ensure every element is in place for the phased transition to progress.   The Shannon Airport SAR base is the first of four across the country to start operations, together with a new fleet of six advanced SAR-configured helicopters they will help Bristow Ireland deliver a life-saving service as the phased transition to the new contract continues through to mid-2025.   Over recent weeks the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) has awarded Bristow Ireland the required approvals for specialist flight operations, engineering, training and SAR activities which will ensure the teams continue to operate to the highest standards.   Meanwhile, framework agreements forged with trade unions will support the continued transition of specialist helicopter pilots and engineers to Bristow Ireland, allowing them to develop new skills and capabilities and to continue their work with a new, modern aircraft fleet and in new facilities.   Simultaneously, new aircraft and equipment are being procured, modified and tested, and detailed training programmes activated to ensure a seamless transition to the new service. This is a massive moment - but there is more to come. Keep watching this space for updates on this important programme. Want to know more about the awesome AW189 helicopter? Check this page out: https://lnkd.in/eVmXuy_s Picture shows members of the first Shannon operational aircrew and engineers as the service went live for the very first time. L-R : Michael Henson (SAR Medical Manager), Tarmo Must (SAR Commander), Camillus Smith (SAR Commander), Alan Speed (Technical Crewmember), Andrew Burke (Engineer) and Anthony Boyle (Engineer).

🚁 The new AW189 helicopter took part in a crew exercise with the Courtmacsherry Harbour RNLI on Sunday. This marked the first exercise by the Irish Coast Guard with an All Weather Shannon Class Lifeboat and is part of a continued training programme with local Coast Guard Units and key agencies and stakeholders in the South West.

What Could a Second Trump Presidency Mean for Climate Change? Coral Davenport and Lisa Friedman’s latest article in The New York Times paints an interesting picture of what’s next for U.S. climate policy. With President-elect Trump having announced plans to repeal the Inflation Reduction Act, the U.S. climate landscape is bound to change. What can we expect? According to a study from Carbon Brief, Trump's proposed policies, including increased oil and gas production, could add about 4 billion tons of greenhouse gases by 2030. While that’s a challenge, it’s worth noting that the transition to renewable energy and cleaner solutions isn't just driven by federal policy. It is also market-driven. States, communities, and industries will likely continue their work to reduce emissions, especially as clean energy becomes more economically viable. Noteworthy is that the Inflation Reduction Act has already funneled about 80% of its funds into Republican districts. This has led to job growth, business expansion, inward investment, and regional development. Positive and valuable outcomes that local leaders will likely want to protect. Even if federal climate action slows, there is a lot happening at the state level. In Washington state, voters upheld a new law to cap emissions. California has approved a $10 billion "climate bond" to fund environmental projects. Whilst it is true that the climate action narrative may shift, it is far from over. States, cities, and even private businesses are stepping up, recognizing that renewable energy and emissions reductions are not only possible but increasingly profitable. And that’s where the opportunity lies: adapting to new circumstances while pushing forward with clean energy growth that makes sense economically and environmentally. Carbon Collect is focused on delivering real climate impact. We look forward to continuing to engage constructively with leaders and partners, working together to advance efforts that reduce the impact of climate change - within the U.S., the European Union and globally. #CarbonCapture #DirectAirCapture #NetZero #ClimateChange #TrumpPresidency #ClimatePolicy #InflationReductionAct #COP29 #DAC #Energy #ReutersNext https://lnkd.in/ep3YMcR5