Wedoany.com Report-Dec.19, Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) and Red Sea International Airport (RSI) have granted Jetex a license to offer ground handling and business aviation support services at RSI.
This authorization allows Jetex to provide its comprehensive range of private aviation services at the airport, improving service quality, operational performance, and the travel experience for premium and business aviation passengers.
The decision highlights the increasing activity in general aviation within the Kingdom. Recent regulatory measures have facilitated the participation of several international private aviation providers, reinforcing Saudi Arabia's expanding presence in the business and private aviation sector. The partnership demonstrates GACA's commitment to supporting qualified global operators while maintaining elevated standards of safety, quality, and compliance, in alignment with national aviation development objectives.
Awad Alsulami, Executive Vice President of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), said: "The issuance of this license reflects the continued growth of general aviation at Red Sea International Airport and its expanding role in supporting premium tourism at The Red Sea destination. By enabling high-quality ground handling services at this airport, GACA is strengthening private aviation infrastructure to meet rising demand and to support Saudi Arabia's emerging luxury destinations in line with Vision 2030."
Ahmad Darwish, Group Chief Administrative Officer of Red Sea Global, added: "The issuance of this licence for Jetex is a pivotal milestone for Red Sea International Airport and a cornerstone of our ambition to pioneer a new standard for general aviation in Saudi Arabia. We are honoured to be Jetex's first major venture in the Kingdom and look forward to translating that ambition into a new benchmark for premium, seamless and world-class private aviation services."
Adel Mardini, Founder & CEO of Jetex, said: "Receiving approval from GACA to operate at Red Sea International Airport is a significant milestone for Jetex in Saudi Arabia. This license allows us to support The Red Sea destination with our private aviation services, and we are proud to collaborate with GACA and Red Sea International Airport in advancing Vision 2030."
The collaboration enhances infrastructure at Red Sea International Airport, positioned to serve the developing luxury tourism destination of The Red Sea. It contributes to elevating private aviation capabilities and meeting growing demand from international travelers.
