ExecuJet Africa is responding to rising demand for business aviation in Nigeria with the opening of a new base in Lagos, where two of its own jets will be based for charter service.

Located at Murtala Muhammed International airport, the facility has direct access to the main runway and taxiway and will offer a comprehensive range of services including maintenance, FBO, charter and aircraft management services.

The FBO has modern ground support equipment, a vip lounge and 24-hour support capabilities.

Mark Abbott, group FBO director, says: "ExecuJet's new Lagos FBO is a direct response to the vibrant growth taking place in this business gateway. The facility will offer the same outstanding customer experience as our award-winning FBOs in Cape Town and Lanseria, with full MRO and technical support capabilities."

Etti Poggi, md of ExecuJet Africa, comments: "Africa needs modern, safety-regulated aviation services to facilitate the expansion of many industry sectors. ExecuJet is committed to meeting that requirement and contributing to the advancement of an efficient, high-growth African economy."

ExecuJet Africa has recently added a fully refurbished Falcon 900EX to its charter fleet, which has long range capabilities providing a travel solution particularly to clients travelling into West Africa, the Middle East and India.