The ExecuJet Aviation Group opened its new aircraft interiors showroom on December 11, at its headquarters in Zurich Airport, Switzerland. The spacious and dedicated showroom is conveniently located above the company’s Fixed Based Operation (FBO). Clients are now invited to visit the showroom to specify their aircraft interiors and carefully select all finishes before ExecuJet visually displays the proposed interior on a large plasma screen by using computer aided design software.
First to visit is a new customer from the Middle East who ratified an agreement with ExecuJet at last month’s MEBA air show to design the interior of a newly acquired Bombardier Global Express aircraft.
“This facility is a true A to Z of interiors with 60 of the biggest luxury material houses in Europe and beyond showcasing their materials here. We are thrilled at the great support they have each given us, providing us with a terrific sample range of products all under one roof,” said ExecuJet Head of Completions Management Pascal Jallier. Participating brands include Aeristo, Scott Group, Kalogridis, Edelman Leather, Townsend Leather, Maison Lipari, A.I.P and Techno Coatings). Silk has also been sourced from Jim Thompson of Asia, among others.
On show is a large range of wood veneers, a wide selection of leather qualities such as calf, lamb and buffalo as well as countless fabrics including silk, cotton and velour. The showroom boasts an extensive selection of plating in various shades of gold and platinum and all grades of carpet including hand tufted cashmere, silk and some 500 samples of coloured wool balls. The showroom also features an extensive range of accessories including cashmere blankets, towels and china ware that are all part of the VIP amenities packages.
“We have invested in this facility for our clients to give them a one stop shop when planning their aircraft interiors. Everything can be planned on site from wood for the tables and sideboards to the colour and feel of luxury inflight blankets,” commented Gerrit Basson, Managing Director ExecuJet Aviation Group.
“Previously our representatives have been travelling to clients all over the world carrying large cases of samples, but this showroom offers a far wider variety enabling the interiors to be planned on site in comfort using our computers and state of the art design software. Zurich’s location in the heart of Europe makes this facility very accessible and we foresee that OEMs and completion centres will choose to visit us too.”
ExecuJet’s showroom has been designed inhouse by the company’s interiors specialist Pavina Papé. She has used neutral stone and slate colours to create a stylish, minimalist look that does not detract from the products and materials showcased. This is a project that has taken almost a year to come to fruition. Back lighting is complemented by glass and furniture has been sourced from designer Ron Arad.
ExecuJet’s Completions Division works hand in hand with the OEMs as soon an aircraft deal, new or pre-owned, is concluded with a customer. Complementing its interiors expertise, ExecuJet has a wealth of accreditations in MRO and technical services operating over 150 private jets on management contracts on eight Aircraft Operators Certificates (AOCs) around the world.
ExecuJet works primarily with Bombardier, reflecting the close relationship that the two companies enjoy, but with this new showroom it is confident of drawing more work from other manufacturers. ExecuJet has also already worked on Falcon, Gulfstream and Citation families.
“We don’t go for the cookie cutter approach. This investment in our new showroom underlines this,” concludes Pascal Jallier.
The ExecuJet Aviation Group
The ExecuJet Aviation Group is a leading global business aviation organisation offering a diverse range of services including pre-owned and new aircraft sales, aircraft management, aircraft charter, aircraft maintenance, aircraft completions management and fixed base operations. Headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, the ExecuJet Aviation Group has operations in five regions - Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and the Americas, embracing a workforce of over 750 experienced staff.
The ExecuJet Aviation Group manages a staggering 150 business jets worldwide under the most stringent safety standards. Its commercial fleet is operated under the regulatory umbrella of eight regional civil aviation issued air operating certificates (AOCs).
The ExecuJet Aviation Group is a sales representative and dealer across four continents for Bombardier Business Aircraft’s family of Learjet, Challenger and Global Express business jets. They are an exclusive agent outside North America for the sale of the 8 to 12-passenger Aerion Supersonic Business Jet.
The ExecuJet Aviation Group unveiled its new jet ownership program SimplyFly, tailored for high net worth individuals and corporations, earlier this year. SimplyFly is a one-stop shop service incorporating aircraft acquisition, management, maintenance and operations. The program offers whole aircraft availability at predictable costs, with a dedicated crew, the option to earn charter revenue and the ability to take the aircraft over completely at the end of its lease term.
