Abu Dhabi-based luxury flight services company receives 'Best Private Jet Service' award from 2010 World Travel Awards in London

Abu Dhabi, 08 November, 2010: Royal Jet's unrelenting commitment to service excellence has resulted in yet another major achievement as it was honoured with the 'World's Leading Private Jet Service ' award by the prestigious World Travel Awards.

The Abu Dhabi-based international luxury flight services company chaired by His Excellency Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan has remained steadfast in delivering unparalleled products and services to today's sophisticated business traveller.  This is the record-breaking fourth time in a row that Royal Jet has bagged the accolade. 

"The dedication, perseverance, hard work and sacrifices of the entire Royal Jet family makes this award extra special," said Ahmed Al Mamari, Deputy CEO / Vice President Technical,   Royal Jet, as he accepted the award at a glittering gala awards ceremony in London.

Ahmed Al Mamari continued, "This year's challenging market conditions wasn't just about being able to consistently deliver the highest standards of quality service and keeping a step ahead of an ever-changing and discerning market, but having to do it while facing an adversary that has wreaked havoc, not only to the aviation industry, but to almost every business sector worldwide.

"It is indeed an honour for Royal Jet to receive such an award for the fourth time in as many years. This only serves to inspire us more to go for a fifth award next year by remaining true to our commitment of providing the most luxurious products and services to our new and loyal customers around the world."  

In the last 12 months, Royal Jet continued to provide the market with unparalleled range of luxurious international private charter flights, market-leading services and travel packages through tactical partnerships.

Through a business diversification strategy that perfectly complemented its core business of providing luxurious and reliable air charter experience for clients that include Royalty, business executives and celebrities, its business performance surpassed expectations and led to steady growth.  This helped sustain profitability and provided solid ground for Royal Jet's five-year expansion and service enhancement plan.

Its fleet expansion programme continued with the delivery of two BBJs (the A6-RJY and the A6-DFR) through significant investments on acquisition and refurbishment, and an Embraer Lineage 1000 aircraft through an aircraft management service contract with UAE-based conglomerate, the Al Habtoor Group.

In addition, it also introduced several industry-leading initiatives, such as: the '100 Club ' - the region's only business aviation loyalty programme; the opening of a representative office at the UK's Stansted Airport for the European markets; and a range of exquisite travel packages and partnerships with Burj Al Arab, Luxury Air and Luxury Hotels by Dnata , and ARABASCO  in Saudi Arabia.

Furthermore, Royal Jet's Medical Evacuation Services grew beyond expectations, making it the leading operator with over 1000 successful missions to date.

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About Royal Jet:
Royal Jet, the international luxury flight services company, is jointly owned by Abu Dhabi Aviation and the 'Presidential Flight Authority' the royal flight service. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, Royal Jet is chaired by His Excellency Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, who also serves as Minister in the UAE Federal Cabinet.

Royal Jet's success lies in its exceptional bespoke client services and dedication to delivering the ultimate in safety, efficiency and luxury. Its product personalisation, which defines Royal Jet, is reflected in its 'Your Flight' brand philosophy - ensuring clients receive meticulous, individual attention throughout the entire Royal Jet experience.

Royal Jet's business expansion plans have been created to find the best solutions to address the ever-growing and changing demand in the aviation industry. Its fast-growing fleet of jets includes six Boeing Business Jets, which makes Royal Jet the world's largest single BBJ operator; two mid-range Gulfstream 300s; a long-range Gulfstream IVSP; a Lear Jet 60 and an Embraer Lineage 1000.

Royal Jet's product offering spans several operations including; luxury air charter services: Royal Jet Charter Brokerage, which provides travel solutions through sourcing the appropriate aircraft for charter through a network of carefully audited operators; Royal Jet Medical Evacuation Service, with state-of-the-art equipment and highly-qualified, skilled and dedicated medical professionals;  aircraft management and acquisition consultancy aimed at delivering optimum returns; and its award-winning Fixed Base Operations (FBO) /VIP terminal at the Abu Dhabi International Airport.

For more information please visit: www.royaljetgroup.com

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