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BBGA ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2019
‘TOMORROW’S PEOPLE TODAY ‘
WHAT CAN WE DO TO ENCOURAGE THE NEXT GENERATION OF AVIATION ENTHUSIASTS?
THURSDAY 7 MARCH, WARREN WEIR, LUTON HOO
Further details including the programme, registration and speaker details can be seen on the BBGA website
We are delighted that ICAO will be launching their new book – Fitness to Fly – A Medical Guide for Pilots at our Aviation Health Conference that is taking place in London on the 25th and 26th September 2018.
Fitness to Fly is a preventive-medicine handbook for Pilots that is easy-to-read, motivating and educational, with engaging content, graphics and charts to help them limit their health risks and set strategies to maintain fitness to fly and a balanced lifestyle.
This guide was developed by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in collaboration with the International Federation of Airline Pilots’ Associations (IFALPA) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
It is focused on the health risks pilots face during their careers and the medical recommendations that help them mitigate those risks. This handbook is intended to close the gap between pilots’ medical requirements in order to fly and the preventive measures that can help them fulfill those requirements.
The recommendations contained in this guide are also applicable for cabin crew, air traffic controllers and anyone working within the aviation industry. They will help improve the personal health of aviation personnel throughout their careers, bringing positive outcomes for all aviation stakeholders in the long-term. This is ICAO’s contribution to promoting the well-being of the aircrew community – a priority shared by all aviation stakeholders. www.unitingaviation.com/fitnesstofly
To find out more about the Aviation Health Conference visit our website www.quaynote.com
With Spain and Portugal set to be the hidden gems of Europe`s fragmented business aviation landscape, the timing of the 2nd Annual Iberian Peninsula Business Aviation Conference (IPBAC), taking place in Madrid on 15th November, 2018, could not be better.
After testing the waters with the inaugural conference last year, the joint organisers, Quaynote Communications and InterFlight Global, are anticipating a surge in demand from delegates and sponsors alike, as registrations coming in even over the traditionally quiet summer period indicate a keen interest from this year`s participants.
“Last year`s conference laid important ground-work for this annual event”, explains Oscar Garcia, Conference Chair and CEO of InterFlight Global, “In 2019 we will further develop interest in business aviation across the entire region including Spain, Portugal, Gibraltar and Andorra. It really is the right time for companies and investors to take account of what is happening in the Iberian Peninsula, where business jet industries are growing at a phenomenal rate.”
This year, the big theme for IPBAC is “best practices” for fleet, hours, revenues and infrastructure. Conference topics include the role of technology, business jet financing, the maturing of the business aviation supply and trends from the United States.
An exciting addition to this year`s programme is a morning breakfast and aircraft expo that will take place on Day 2, 16th November, at the nearby Madrid, Barajas Private Aviation Terminal, FBO area. All delegates will be invited to this extra day of networking that will offer a great opportunity to see one of the region`s leading FBOs and a static display of aircraft.
IPBAC is actually part of a collaboration between the organisers that has now extended to Quaynote`s annual business jet conference in Malta. “We have also joined forces with IFG to produce MBAC, the Malta Business Aviation Conference”, explains Lorna Titley of Quaynote. MBAC was formerly Opportunities in Business Jets, that Quaynote ran for 6 years on the island. “By re-branding the conference as MBAC and linking it to IPBAC, we have the opportunity to develop key topics as an ongoing conversation at both conferences and see the discussions evolve throughout the year via social media and a dedicated discussion forum. For sponsors they may enjoy up to a year`s exposure that includes high visibility at two conferences and via on-line platforms that allow continuous engagement.”
The organisers are expecting senior level attendees from across Europe, north America and further afield to attend. Based on speakers and delegates confirmed to attend IPBAC to date, attendees will be able to mingle with leading managers, FBOs, registries, tax advisors and associations and anyone with an interest in business aviation in the Iberian Peninsula and beyond.
Confirmed speakers include Richard Koe, Managing Director, Wing X Advance; Patrick Magretson-Rushmore, CEO, Luxaviation; Jonny Nicol, Founder & CEO, Stratajet; Jorge Colindres, Founder, Chairman and CEO, Aruba and San Marino Registries; Diego Garrigues, Partner, The Air Law Firm;Oliver Stone, Colibri Aircraft Ltd; Irena DeVille, Co-Founder CEO Convolus; Heather Gordon, Chief Legal Officer, Martyn Fiddler Aviation and David Colindres, CEO, San Marino Registry
For further information on either of these events please go to www.quaynote.com or email alison@quaynote.com
The Greek government has recently passed a new law which prohibits yachts not in possession of a Greek commercial license from commencing AND ending charters in Greek waters. For further information download the newsletter from OCEDA here.NEWSLETTER – NEW CHARTER LAW
This and other important topics will be discussed at the East Mediterranean Superyacht Conference that is taking place on the 31st May 2018 at the Athens Plaza Hotel, Athens, Greece.
Topics to be covered at the conference include:
* Market Overview: Global Superyacht Sales and Projections
* Marinas Sessions
* Tax & VAT Sessions
* Chartering & Crew Session
PLUS Roundtable Breakout Groups on:
* Impact of Paradise Papers on superyacht ownership structures
* The Superyacht industry in Cyprus
* Connectivity
* Relocating a yacht to the East Med
* Cruising secrets in the East Mediterranean
Does your company have an in-house conference facility that could be used to stage a Quaynote event? If your organisation is involved in the yacht, aviation or security industries and you have a conference room that would be suitable for a Quaynote event, then we would like to hear from you.
We are looking for leading companies that would like to become Venue Hosts, offering Quaynote use of conference facilities under a “Sponsorship-in-kind” arrangement. Ideally, your conference room should be available to comfortably accommodate 80+ delegates theatre-style, with furniture, audio-visual services and catering available.
As Venue Hosts, your company will enjoy all the benefits of a major conference sponsorship package, as well as the opportunity to partner with Quaynote to develop a conference programme that reflects your strategic aims.
Typically, our Venue Hosts have included leading international law firms, corporate service providers, insurance providers and marina operators who have in-house conference facilities in cities that serve as global industry hubs. We are, however, interested in talking to any organisations looking for an innovative platform to develop their business and who wish to make maximum use of their valuable resources.
For further information on course options please contact either Lorna@quaynote.ca , + 1 604 996 6937 or Alison@quaynote.com, + 44 (0) 20 3 560 8154
“YACHTS FOR SALE:
A Vancouver-based pleasure yacht company is looking to sell all or part of its 4 vessel fleet. The Owner wishes to focus on his core business and is therefore looking to sell the vessels, either individually or together as part of a going concern. All 4 yachts are currently owned by Magic Yachts, a dinner cruise company, that specialises in charter cruises in and around Vancouver harbour.
Specifications as follows:
Magic Charm Price: CAD 2m ONO
Make – SKIPPERLINE INDUSTRIES
Nationality – Canadian but stretched in the US
Model – Dinner cruise commercial vessel
Length – 112 ft.
Year – 1995, rebuilt in 2004
Engine type – 2 X 210 Cats.
General Condition – Excellent
Equipment – Full navigation, safety, and restaurant.
Capacity – 215 Pax
Magic Spirit CAD 3m ONO
Make – BLOUNT MARINE CORPORATION
Nationality : US
Model – Dinner cruise commercial vessel
Length – 155 ft.
Year – 1983
Engine type – 2 X 12 v71
General Condition – Excellent
Equipment – Full navigation, safety, and restaurant.
Capacity – 400 Pax
Magic Hornblower Price: CAD 500K ONO
Make – built by HORNBLOWER YACHT CHARTER
Nationality – Canadian
Model – Dinner cruise commercial vessel
Length – 75 ft.
Year 2002
Engine type – 2 X 150 hp Isuzo
General Condition – Excellent
Equipment – Full navigation, safety, and restaurant.
Capacity – 100 Pax
Magic Moment: Price CAD 900K ONO
Make – N/A
Nationality – Canadian
Model – Dinner cruise commercial vessel.
Length – 87 ft.
Year – 1996
Engine type – 2 X 871 Detroit (completely rebuilt by KNW diesel)
General Condition – Excellent
Equipment – Full navigation, safety, and restaurant.
Capacity – 75 Pax
All boats have up to date certifications, Transport Canada certifications, liquor licenses (in owner name only) and Food Safe certificates.
They are located at the Plaza of Nations in Vancouver BC, with the exception of the Magic Charm which is usually moored in Coal Harbour.
For more information please contact:
Nicole Boycott
1 604-562-7116
nboycott@adventures-abroad.com
On the 16th of February 2018 in Moscow the II Wings of Business Award for the Highest Achievements in the Field of Business Aviation Ceremony will take place. The Award is established by the Russian United Business Aviation Association.
Each year RUBAA Board approves the regulation of the Award, which is published at the project web-site www.wingsaward.ru. The regulation, in particular, provides the list of nominations which will comprise the current competition.
Major categories are kept without changes, but some of them can be modified with consideration of experience of previous editions, market conjuncture, etc.
Thus, one of novelties of this year was improvement of the category “The Best Aircraft”: yet in April 2017 RUBAA Board took the decision to change its formulation. Now the “Most Popular Aircraft” will be chosen. Then, both for objectivity and in order to demonstrate the market capacity the nomination was split into three categories – light aircraft (up to 10 tons), mid-size aircraft (10 – 30 tons), heavy aircraft (over 30 tons).
Besides the received applications (and which are still accepted before the 31st of January 2018) there are published online profiles of “most popular” aircraft: exactly these jets made most of flights at Vnukovo airport in Moscow. Likewise in other nominations, the most popular aircraft will be specified by a total rate formed by 10% by online votes and by 90% by results of RUBAA Members personal voting. There will be three winners – one in each category.
Results will be announced at the II Wings of Business Award, tickets to the ceremony are already now available at www.wingsaward.ru.
Mikhail Titov, director general of Business Aviation Systems Ltd. and RUBAA Vice-president comments: “This is a very important category and a serious competition. We speak about one of the most important and deep sectors of the industry – business aircraft. Honestly, I am impatient myself to know the results as it can indicate many things, including market trends. That is why I once again invite everyone to take seriously the stage of personal voting and of course to attend the ceremony on the 16th of February 2018!”
About the Award: the national award for the highest achievements in the field of business aviation “Wings of Business” is founded by the Russian United Business Aviation Association in 2016. The first award ceremony took place on the 17th of February 2017. In accordance with the approved regulation, the award is introduced in 13 nominations, including several international. At this moment applications from the nominees are accepted and online voting is launched starting from the 1st of November 2017. Full information, sponsorship options, online ticket sale are available at www.wingsaward.ru or by request.
Two months are left before the II Wings of Business Award Ceremony – the award for the highest achievements in business aviation in Russia. The ceremony will take place on the 16th of February 2018 in Moscow, at MIR concert and banquet hall. Now work with nominees, partners and sponsors of the project is in process. Here are some current achievements and results.
• The Award is introduced in 13 nominations. Any organization busy in a relevant sector can apply for nominating till the 31st of January 2018. The only exception is the nomination “For the major contribution to the development of business aviation in Russia”, where RUBAA Board will decide on the winner. Now there are 47 applications received and published, they are all present at www.wingsaward.ru.
• At the ceremony up to 220 guests are to be hosted. Attending the ceremony is subject to ticket purchase. Tickets are available online at www.wingsaward.ru or one can send a request to jury@wingsaward.ru. There will be 20 tables covered for 11 guests each. A perfect solution is to book an entire table for own company or for inviting clients and partners. As of now 100 of 220 seats – almost half of available – are booked. Evening dress-code is black-tie, so gentlemen are expected with butterfly ties and ladies in evening dresses.
• Sponsors and partners of the evening – due to their support it is possible to organize both the award and the ceremony. Wings of Business Award is a perfect place and a unique format to promote one’s services at the business aviation market. Wide information campaign, as well as a unique community – top of the Russian business aviation industry present at the ceremony – provide sponsors with a return from the project. Work with partners is continued, and already now we can thank for support the award sponsor ABS JETS, the ceremony sponsor SATCOM DIRECT, Broker nomination sponsor GETJET. All questions regarding sponsorship can be sent to jury@wingsaward.ru.
• Who will become the winner? This will be decided by the professional community. Till the 31st of January 2018 the award web-site offers online voting – any visitor can vote at www.wingsaward.ru. Right after that, on 1-3 of February 2018 Members of the Russian United Business Aviation Association will vote personally. Member organizations will receive special voting lists and will have an opportunity to give their voice for one participant in each nomination. Exactly these personal votes will form 90% of the total rate of each participant, and the one who has the highest rate will be the winner. The award jury elected by RUBAA Board will confirm the correctness of calculations, signing the relevant protocol.
Now, in mid-December, Wings of Business Award organizational committee and the Russian United Business Aviation Association call for everyone, who works in business aviation and is relevant to its Russian sector, to actively participate in the project! Two month are left before the major industry event! We look forward to seeing you in Moscow at the ceremony!
About the Award: the national award for the highest achievements in the field of business aviation “Wings of Business” is founded by the Russian United Business Aviation Association in 2016. The first award ceremony took place on the 17th of February 2017. In accordance with the approved regulation, the award is introduced in 13 nominations, including several international. At this moment applications from the nominees are accepted and online voting is launched starting from the 1st of November 2017. Full information, sponsorship options, online ticket sale are available at www.wingsaward.ru or by request.
The II Wings of Business Award Organization Committee is delighted to announce that ABS Jets, a business jet operator from Prague, the Czech Republic, has become the Official Sponsor of the II Wings of Business Award, with the awards ceremony set to take place in Moscow.
ABS Jets was one of the nominees of the I Award in 2017 and won the Wings of Business prize in the category “Maintenance Company – MRO”. This year the company management, having already collected one of the coveted statuettes, decided not to nominate again, but to participate in the event and to support it. Thus, a decision to be the Official Sponsor of the event was taken.
“The Russian market is very important for us, and we are willing to show our presence and support to important projects as Wings of Business Award, which highlights not only the market leaders, but shows the volume and importance of business aviation industry in Russia. It is great that though the award is national and founded by the Russian United Business Aviation Association, some nominations are international. The event itself – a gala-dinner with the entertainment program and the announcement of winners – is without doubt first-class and we are looking forward to being there again!”, says Jan Kralik, Accountable Manager at ABS Jets.
The RUBAA and the Award organizational committee appreciates the support that ABS Jets provides to the projects.
About ABS Jets: ABS Jets is one of the Central European leading business jet operators with bases in Prague and Bratislava airports with over 200 employees and more than 6000 square metres of hangar space. The company offers comprehensive services across the business aviation field, and is also an authorised MRO provider and official Embraer service centre delivering both line and base maintenance for various aircraft types. It holds the authorisations of the EASA Part 145 organisation, as well as other countries such as Russia, Aruba, Isle of Man, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, and Kazakhstan.
More about ABS Jets at www.absjets.ru
About the Award: the national award for the highest achievements in the field of business aviation “Wings of Business” is founded by the Russian United Business Aviation Association in 2016. The first award ceremony took place on the 17th of February 2017. In accordance with the approved regulation, the award is introduced in 13 nominations, including several international. At this moment applications from the nominees are accepted and online voting is launched starting from the 1st of November 2017. Further Information on Sponsorship options can be found by emailing lorna@quaynote.ca
The Wings of Business: this national award for the highest achievements in the field of business aviation was established by the Russian United Business Aviation Association in 2016. The first ceremony took place in February, 2017 and the II edition of the award is in process.
Although Wings of Business is a national award, 5 international nominations offer participation for any country from any region:
• Business Aircraft Operator – General Aviation
• Business Aviation Airline – Commercial
• Most Popular Aircraft (sub-categories for light, mid-size and heavy jets)
• Maintenance facility – MRO
• Project of the Year for Business Aviation in Russia
To apply – easy-to-complete application form to be sent to jury@wingsaward.ru
Voting: online – 01 November 2017 – 31 January 2018
Voting by RUBAA Board and Members: 01 February 2018 – 03 February 2018
To vote: Choose nomination and apply http://wingsaward.ru/en/applications-for-the-main-nominations/
The 2nd Wings of Business Award Ceremony will take place in Moscow, at MIR banquet and concert hall, located in heart of Moscow on Tsvetnoy boulevard. The venue offers recently opened, brand new, ultra-modern banquet floor with professional stage, state-of-the-art sound and video equipment, exquisite catering and inspiring lighting. Over 200 guests are expected at the event, with the format will comprising a gala-dinner with announcement of Wings of Business winners and an entertainment program.
Dress-code: Black-tie and evening dress
Tickets to the ceremony are available online. The ceremony is held in Russian, with English sub-titles.
Buy your ticket online: https://wingsaward.timepad.ru/event/534057/
The flagship event of the Russian business aviation industry provides a unique opportunity for sponsorship and company promotion both on the Russian market and internationally. Sponsors may enjoy exceptional pre-event branding and profiling opportunities leading up to the awards.
Starting from Euro 2500, there are a number of options available, as well as tailor-made solutions, available on request. As sponsors you will be an integral part of making the awards memorable, in front of an audience of 250 top business aviation managers.
Contact Lorna@quaynote.ca for further information
