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Dubai, 9th Dec 2024: Global aviation recruitment specialist, Zenon, returns to the Middle East Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) Show this week (Booth 795) as the region ramps up after a few slow years. Zenon highlights an influx of start-up companies in the UAE, and especially in Saudi Arabia, requiring a raft of qualified personnel – post holder roles and engineers, the latter for short and long-term contract work. Zenon, which facilitates permanent and contract positions, has seen the number of roles available in the region increase 24% since January this year. “We have been actively recruiting in the Middle East since 2006, initially in business aviation, then widening out to support commercial airlines and aerospace companies,” said Zenon Owner/CEO Andrew Middleton, who leads the company at MEBAA. “It has become a very employee-driven market, with demand for personnel outweighing supply. We look forward to helping address that balance. We have modified our own platforms and beefed up our digital marketing to react to a widened, cross sector aviation market, which complements our extensive international database.” Trending sectors in the region include helicopter personnel for offshore projects and HEMS; the emerging Advanced Air Mobility Sector, where the Middle East is a key infrastructure and platform investor and an uptick in demand for aviation training and related maintenance personnel. Providers are ramping up operations and adding more simulators. “We see flight crew transitioning to on-demand aviation, where salaries and perks are typically competitive. Likewise, Middle East airlines are paying even more and improving benefits to keep good pilots and engineers, stopping them from moving to Asia, especially India. which is gearing up for significant pilot demand.” “MEBAA is always a valuable show and we are looking forward to re-engaging with former customers, meeting clients and establishing new ones,” Andrew added. Zenon, headquartered in Surrey, UK, has specialised in providing qualified aviation personnel to companies globally, and significantly in the Middle East and Africa, since 2006. It was one of MEBA’s earliest members, exhibiting at the first MEBAA show in 2008, and has consistently kept prolific in the region. Its first business aviation placement in 2006 was from a client in Jeddah which required a Boeing BBJ captain for Arabasco. Zenon supported NetJets when it was active in the region and today, it works with leading names including Gama Aviation, currently building a new Fixed Base Operations (FBO) terminal at Sharjah Airport, UAE. Being a PIF (Public Investment Fund) vendor for several Saudi Arabian aviation companies, has allowed Zenon to recruit on their behalf in the Kingdom, a region ripe for career opportunities with new airlines, airports and established carriers bolstering their fleets of aircraft.* Zenon handles a broad range of aviation jobs – executive and management, pilots, cabin crew, operations staff; safety managers, including post holders, engineers and HR. Some 30% of its business worldwide is now in senior executive/C-Suite recruitment and this is growing in the EMEA region. Its experienced team also offers several value-add solutions for its clients, including comprehensive salary and benchmarking surveys, international payroll and volume recruitment campaigns. One recipient of the latter is Virgin Atlantic, which has relied on Zenon, exclusively, for flight crew, for over five years. Zenon managed the placement of a new CEO and Sales Director at Abu Dhabi-based Royal Jet and is recruiting more within the group. Rob DiCastri, CEO of Serenity Aviation Holding, is a returning client in the region. He commented: “Zenon is our go-to firm for the sourcing of leadership and technical roles with all our aviation vertical portfolio companies. Andrew Middleton’s experience in the industry is exceptional, as is Zenon’s database of candidates. The team’s ability to efficiently source, screen and deliver quality leaders always impresses us. I’m excited to work with Zenon on various new opportunities, as we grow.” Zenon is pleased to roll out a new website and corporate identity coinciding with MEBAA. www.zenon.aero. *Boeing Commercial Market Outlook (CMO) forecast for the Middle East and African aviation industry will need 296,000 new personnel during the forecast period. Over the next 20 years, all regions are predicted to see an increase in the size of their aircraft fleet. And EMEA will require more than 50,000 pilots.

DUBAI,9th Dec 2024: ExecuJet MRO Services Middle East, a fully owned subsidiary of Dassault Aviation, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Satys Aerospace, a leading provider of aircraft painting services, which is set to open a dedicated aircraft paint facility at Dubai South’s Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Under the terms of the MoU, ExecuJet MRO Services Middle East has expressed its intention to utilize the new Satys paint facility for aircraft livery services as soon as it becomes operational during Q1 2025.Both companies have also agreed to explore potential joint marketing initiatives. ExecuJet MRO Services Middle East provides line and heavy maintenance for a wide range of aircraft types, including those from: Dassault Aviation, Bombardier, Embraer and Hawker. The company also specializes in cabin refurbishments and frequently manages and oversees aircraft livery projects for its clients. “Until now, aircraft livery work has typically been sent to Europe, but with the opening of Satys’ dedicated facility in Dubai, we have identified a trusted local partner to keep this work in the region, with associated positive environmental impact,” says Nick Weber, Regional Vice President Middle East at ExecuJet MRO Services. “This will further enhance Dubai’s position as a growing hub for aircraft MRO services.” Weber and Paul Woods, Commercial Director at Satys ASP International, formally signed the MoU ahead of the Middle East and North Africa Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) Conference and Exhibition, which will take place from December 10-12 in Dubai South. “The Middle East is one of the fastest-growing regions for business aviation, and it’s crucial that we have a dedicated paint hangar for business jets. This strategic partnership with Satys significantly enhances our service offerings for clients in the Middle East, Africa and beyond,” Weber adds. “It will enable us to offer a comprehensive suite of MRO and aircraft refurbishment services at competitive prices, reducing aircraft downtime and improving customer satisfaction.” “After commencing our relationship with Dassault Falcon Service back in 2001 at Le Bourget France, we are honoredto have Execujet as our partner and customer at our new facility at Dubai South Al Maktoum International Airport,” says Satys Aerospace. “ExecuJet is globally recognised as being a provider of quality services to the business jet market sector and together we will be able to provide a high quality,one stop shop solution to clients seeking both aircraft maintenance and paint services,” says Satys Satys’ New Paint Facility in Dubai Satys’ state-of-the-art aircraft paint facility is expected to open in the first quarter of 2025 at Al Maktoum International Airport. The climate-controlled facility, covering an area of 2,831 square meters, will be capable of accommodating business jets, Boeing BBJ, Airbus ACJ as well as commercial airliners up to Boeing 737-10 Max and Airbus A321XL. With an annual capacity to paint up to35 aircraft, the facility will cater to business, commercial and VVIP aviation sectors. Satys, headquartered in France, brings over 30 years of experience in aircraft painting and sealing. The company is approved by leading aircraft manufacturers and, in certain instances, operates co-located facilities at aircraft manufacturers’ final assembly lines. Satys’ paint hangars are designed with high-tech, temperature- and humidity-controlled environments that adhere to the highest standards of quality, safety, and environmental compliance.

DUBAI,9 December 2024: The MEBAA Show, the foremost business aviation platform in the Middle East and North Africa kicks off today (Tuesday 10th December) at Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC), Dubai Airshow Site. Over three days, the 2024 edition will unite visitors from over 95 countries, solidifying Dubai’s role as a global business aviation hub at a time when the sector is experiencing rapid growth. With a refreshed agenda and expanded features, it aims to drive innovation and tackle key challenges facing the industry. Ali Ahmed Alnaqbi, Founding and Executive Chairman of MEBAA – the Middle East & North Africa Business Aviation Association, commented: “The milestone tenth edition of the MEBAA Show reflects the remarkable growth and evolution of the business aviation sector across the Middle East and North Africa. This year, we are bringing together a record number of participants and unveiling new platforms that will spark innovation, foster collaboration, and drive the industry forward. As we continue to address key challenges and explore transformative solutions, the MEBAA Show remains a vital hub for global industry leaders to shape the future of business aviation and strengthen the region’s position as a global aviation hub.” This year’s tenth edition will welcome a diverse range of more than 145 local, regional and global exhibitors, with over 65 first-time exhibitors, setting a record for the event and promising unparalleled opportunities for networking and discovery. Leading business aviation companies exhibiting at the show include Chapman Freeborn, Citadel Completions, DC Aviation Al-Futtaim VIP Terminal, Duncan Aviation, Empire Aviation Group, Gogo Business Aviation, Greenpoint Technologies, Honeywell International, Jet Aviation, Jet Support Services, Inc. (JSSI), LunaJets, UAS International Trip Support, Victor, and more. Paras P. Dhamecha, Founder and Managing Director of Empire Aviation Group, comments: “At Empire Aviation, we believe private aviation is built on professional-personal relationships and trust, and so the opportunity to meet face to face at MEBAA 2024 with our aircraft owners, charter clients and aviation partners is very important. Of course, the MEBAA show also provides the perfect opportunity to connect with new people and companies, and industry innovations. The MEBAA show also serves as a fantastic stage to introduce Empire Aviation and our team both to regional and international industry players, while also sharing our unique story and supporting the vision to make Dubai the aviation capital of the world.” Attendees will see the launch of new initiatives and deals, as well as hear from more than 55 top executives and innovators – more than 70% c-suite speakers – at the BizAv Talks conference. As a key highlight at the show, content will focus on daily themes: The Next Frontier of Business Aviation; Driving a Sustainable Future for BizAv; and The Business of Business Aviation and NextGen Leaders. Top industry names on the agenda include: David Van Den Langenbergh, Chief Industry Affairs Officer of Luxaviation Group; Walid Alrahmani, Assistant Director General Strategy & International Affairs of General Civil Aviation Authority, UAE; Youssef Mouallem, Executive Vice President-International of Vista; Joanne Goodall, Chief Executive Officer – Europe of TAG Aviation Europe; and Kurt Edwards, Director General of IBAC; among others. The static display will be a major highlight of the MEBAA Show, featuring 30 aircraft from leading names such as Airbus Corporate Jets, Boeing Business Jets, Bombardier, Dassault Aviation, Embraer, Gulfstream, Textron, RoyalJet, Qatar Executive, VISTA, Falcon, Comlux, Aloula Aviation and more. Notably, 12 exhibitors will display their aircraft at the event for the first time. Youssef Mouallem, Executive Vice President – International at Vista, also commented: “In a region where rapid access to global markets is vital, our commitment to supporting growth and success resonates deeply with businesses. MEBAA is a pivotal event for Vista, providing a platform to showcase our unique approach to meeting the ever-evolving needs of our corporate and individual members, and foster valuable industry connections. As a crucial market in our growth strategy, the Middle East values private aviation not just as a symbol of status but as a critical business tool. Meeting clients in person at MEBAA enables us to listen to their needs and demonstrate how our advanced fleet and flexible services can deliver the efficiency, sustainability, and connectivity that is essential for them.” Other key highlights include the Startup Hub, a brand-new platform for global startups to showcase innovations and connect with the business aviation sector, as well as the newly launched Advanced Air Mobility pavilion showcasing eVTOL technologies, and the returning Next Gen Leaders platform, offering an interactive half-day programme for students exploring a future in business aviation. Meanwhile, the new Luxury Boulevard, sponsored by Falcon, will bring a dedicated showcase of the world’s most esteemed luxury brands alongside the iconic business jets at the static display. Collaboration is at the heart of the MEBAA Show, supported by platforms such as the Operators Programme, sponsored by Saudia Private Aviation, and the Platinum Guest Programme, sponsored by Falcon, set to forge potential partnerships and lasting relationships. The AI-powered MEBAA Connect matchmaking app will also serve as a vital tool to increase lead generation, pre-schedule meetings, view agendas and much more. The MEBAA Show 2024 will be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group. Partners for this year’s event include 4Air, Air BP, AIX Investment Group, DarGlobal, DC Aviation, JETEX, Lufthansa Technik, MD Onboard, Saudia Private Aviation.