“It was great to have the chance to act as a host for the international aviation community and to meet up with persons from varied industries of such high quality”
Nikolai Lubrano, Ganado Advocates
CJI Malta took place on June 10 & 11 at the Corinthia St George’s Bay Malta
Malta is firmly established as one of Europe’s top business aviation hubs. With strong support and oversight from Transport Malta it has become a base for many of the world’s leading operators. CJI Malta 2025 looked at the future for the country’s business aviation community and how it can continue to shape the industry.
Co-hosted by Transport Malta, the one-day event brought together local business aviation leaders with others from around the world. It examined the key issues facing the industry and provided unique networking with an invitation only senior audience.
Louise Dowson is CEO and Accountable Manager of Flypeople Ltd. and has been managing the company and operations since incorporation in 2019. Flypeople is a Transport Malta CAD approved training organisation, providing aircrew training to pilots and cabin crew, including EASA Attestation licensing.
Louise embarked on her career in aviation over 20 years ago, initially as Cabin Crew, and has since held various operational and Nominated Person roles in Ground Operations, Compliance and Safety.
Having owned and managed her own business ventures and worked extensively with and for AOCs in commercial and corporate operations, Louise has a diverse understanding of business and the aviation industry. Her primary focus remains on providing compliant and safe outcomes while delivering exceptional service. She is also a committed member of Women in Aviation Malta and has attended many of their speaker events.
Aviation has always been my passion, guiding me from leadership roles at Abelag, a cornerstone in European business jet operations, to the founding of JetHouse in Malta.
JetHouse was born from a desire to redefine what a boutique operation truly means. It’s not just about managing a fleet; it’s about committing to a size that ensures every client, whether they own an aircraft or charter one, receives our undivided attention and the highest standard of service. At JetHouse, we pledge to cap our future fleet of managed aircraft to 15, ensuring we never lose sight of our boutique ethos.
Our approach goes beyond the conventional. It’s about bringing a personal touch to every interaction, with a management team deeply involved in each client’s journey and a steadfast commitment to transparency and detail in the operational costs of our client’s assets. We believe in restoring the true essence of boutique operations—where size, human touch, and attention to detail converge to create unparalleled experiences. My journey, fueled by honesty, respect, and transparency, has been about building a team that shares these values and is ready to challenge the norms and elevate private aviation across Europe. At JetHouse, we leverage Malta’s strategic advantages to offer a service that’s not just personalized but truly exceptional in terms of service and safety standards.
Experienced in luxury markets, developing sales strategies for UHNW and HNWI throughout Europe with a strong background in the private Aviation industry.
Munguía started her Aviation career by joining Aerolineas Ejecutivas (ALE) in México City and brings 20 years of Aviation experience from a variety of roles including marketing, charter sales, Flight solution programs, fractional ownership and aircraft sales having worked with operators such as Execujet and Vistajet.
In early 2019 she founded her own lifestyle company while worldwide situation settled focusing on creating memorable travel experiences for her clients, and it was in 2023 when she turned her Aviation focus towards Gestair Aviation Group to bring advisory for the exciting times in this privileged moment for the company´s international expansion.
Simon, graduated as a lawyer, obtaining his LL.D in 2009 and his warrant to practice as an Advocate before the superior Courts in Malta in 2010 and went on to specialise in International tax, obtaining an adv. LL.M in International Taxation from Leiden University, Netherlands. Returning to Malta, Simon then re-joined KPMG and was actively involved in the ongoing development and broadening of KPMG in Malta’s Private Client and Global Mobility Services offering, today leading a multi-disciplinary team of professionals in KPMG Malta’s Private Client, Family office and Global Mobility Practice. He has been a regular lecturer, examiner and supervisor on various tax related courses in Malta and abroad, and his work has been published in various international journals.
Matthew Xerri is a Partner within Ganado Advocates’ shipping and aviation team, with particular focus on ship and aviation finance, including the implementation of alternative financing methods. Matthew regularly assists financial institutions and leading banks in the perfection of security over yachts, commercial vessels and aircraft. Matthew also assists in the registration of international interests in the international registry as well as acts on behalf of various aircraft lessors in aircraft leasing transactions and structures, including the drafting of lease agreements. Matthew, together with the litigation team, also provides guidance on enforcement issues, including the arrest and/or re-possession of aircraft and vessels.
Over 5 years of delivering independent charter sales services and operational supervision in a truly professional and honest manner, working with various operators and owners using tailored charter sales solutions to suit their business and needs. We can do as much or as little as you want, in the most transparent and open way.
Strong expertise in aircraft management, commercial and charter sales, in depth OCC knowledge. Whether it’s a new set up, driving change, turning things around or taking the company to the next level, I’m happy to take it on deliver together with my professional team
Holding an academic degree in Aeronautical Engineering at Politecnico di Torino, he is an Italian citizen who started his career at Embraer – Brazil in 1987, as a design engineer.
He joined Eurofly at the start up in 1989 and he has run the technical department of the airline for over 13 years, developing a fleet of DC-9, MD-80, 767, A320 and A330. He was promoted Chief Operations Officer in February 2005. Highlights of the company achievements were the IPO and the launch of all-business service between Milano and New York with an ACJ319. Andrea Zanetto was part of the management team to merge Meridiana and Eurofly, becoming the COO of Meridiana fly.
In January 2011, he joined Comlux as CEO of Comlux Aviation, the VIP operator division of Comlux.
Idriss Abdelaziz Girod has a diverse work experience in the financial and aviation sectors. Starting as an Investment Banking Analyst at MFO & Partners in 2009, they then transitioned to roles in institutional sales at PIMCO/Allianz Global Investors and Swicorp. Girod served as a Consultant at BrickVest and later as Managing Director at DP DWC LLC. Currently, they hold a position as Director of Sales at Jetcraft and is a Shareholder at AeroProp.
Idriss Abdelaziz Girod began their education at Ecole Montaigne in 2002, where they earned a Baccalaureat B in Economics. Idriss then pursued an Associate’s Degree in Selectividad: Preparatory program to Economics Studies at Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia – U.N.E.D. from 2003 to 2004. Idriss later obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Economics from Universidad CEU San Pablo, graduating in 2009. In 2019, they also received a certification in Running a Contemporary Gallery from Sotheby’s Institute of Art. Additionally, they are a CFA Level 2 Candidate and holds the CF 30 Customer function certification from the Financial Conduct Authority.
Marian Jancarik founded JETRON, Central European brokerage and advisory company, in 2021.
Prior to JETRON, Marian has served various executive positions predominantly in Europe and Middle East, as CEO/Chairman of the board at SEAGLE AIR and as CEO/Chairman of the board and Managing Director at ABS JETS at that time the largest Legacy 600 operator in Central Europe, and the Embraer representative for the region. Marian also lived and worked in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where he represented Embraer as the exclusive Area Sales Representative in the region.
Marian has a master’s degree in aviation/engineering and is a licensed pilot, beyond his professional achievements, he is a family man of varied interests with a passion for golf and Formula 1.
Graham recent joined GAMA Aviation as Managing Director, Aircraft Management & Charter. He has spent nearly twenty years leading AM&C organisations most recently ACASS Ireland.
Prior to ACASS, Graham was the President responsible for all Aircraft Management and Charter Operations for one of the World’s leading Business Aviation Operators. In his 14 years with this group, he grew the core business in Switzerland and the UK to more than 90 aircraft helping to create additional operations in Spain, Hong Kong, Bahrain and Malta.
Prior to that he was the CEO of a low-cost airline in India and in a 40-year career has held Executive posts in airlines in central Europe, the United Kingdom and the Middle East.
He has been a member of the EBAA Board of Governors for six years and served on the Executive Committee.
Manuel Tirado has been the Accountable Manager of Gestair Aviation Malta Limited since 2022. The company is an AOC acquired by the Gestair Group in 2020, formerly known as Pontair Ltd. Since 2019, he has also been the director of the Gestair Aeroplanning business unit, which is responsible for providing flight support services to all the aircraft of the Group, to private aircraft and others operating under different AOCs.
He joined Gestair in 1998 as a flight dispatcher. During his professional development in Gestair, his main achievement has been taking over as head of Gestair’s Flight Dispatch department (H24) in 2004. Subsequently, he assumed the Ground Operations Management in 2010 and created in 2015 the Technical Operations Office, which gives Operational Engineering support to all the aircraft of the Group and which he has managed until 2022.
Manuel Tirado has a degree in Teaching, specialized in Foreign Languages, English, from Complutense University of Madrid. He has received training in procedure design at UPM (Universidad Politécnica de Madrid) and previously worked at United Aviation Services, a company dedicated to aircraft handling.
Mark is a qualified engineer, executive management professional and one of the co-founders of Dynamic Advanced Training. He is a team builder with a firm belief of integrity and accountability at all times. He will delegate tasks but will never shy away from leading his teams from the front.
Ensuring his employees succeed in their respective and expected duties is his aim while maintaining a constant overview of the company’s current operations and future commitments. He will rise to a challenge, is solution orientated and capable of achieving results in demanding and stressful conditions. He has proven to be resilient to temporary setbacks and demonstrates flexibility to hit moving targets.
Mark was born in Dubai and therefore has an excellent understanding of business practices in the Middle East and is very understanding of cultural differences.
Last but not least, he has an outgoing personality and when the situation allows, enjoys a good sense of humour with colleagues and customers alike. Loving the work you do to earn a living has never harmed anyone.
Wayne Pisani heads the tax, regulatory and technology practice within Grant Thornton and leads the financial services tax and regulatory team.
He advises an extensive client base ranging from private clients, including family offices and high-net-worth individuals, to NASDAQ listed companies. Working across several industry sectors, he deals with a wide range of cross-border regulatory, compliance and tax planning engagements involving both local and international financial institutions, asset protection, M&A and project finance transactions, driving the development of innovative solutions that support clients in their transition to more sustainable outcomes.
Wayne is the vice-president of the Institute of Financial Services Practitioners having been the president of the Institute and a member of the board of governors of FinanceMalta between 2018 and 2021. He is presently a member of the steering committee of the Malta Financial Services Advisory Council set up by the Minister for Finance and Employment and tasked with setting out a ten-year strategic plan for the Maltese financial services industry and is also a member of the International Fiscal Association, the International Bar Association and the Maltese Chamber of Advocates.
He was admitted to the Bar in 2001 following a Bachelor of Arts degree in Law and International Relations, and a Doctorate in legal studies from the University of Malta in 2001 after researching and submitting a thesis on “Merger control: a comparative study of regulatory systems for potential implementation into the Maltese legal system.” Wayne also read for a Master of Arts degree in Financial Services at the University of Malta, graduating in 2003 after submission of a thesis entitled “The Impact of Information Technology on Financial Services”. In 2018, having successfully submitted a research project on “Tax arbitrage in ICOs: a European perspective”, published in the EC Tax Journal, he was awarded an Advanced Diploma in International Taxation by the Chartered Institute of Taxation.
Nicholas Valenzia is a Partner at Mamo TCV Advocates.
He heads the firm’s Shipping and Aviation Department with particular focus on assets management and finance issues. Nicholas has also vast experience in vessels (including super yachts) and aircraft ownership and operational structures. Nicholas also coordinates vessel and aircraft repossession procedures on behalf of international credit institutions.
Fiona Healy is an Irish-qualified solicitor with over a decade of experience in the aviation sector.
Based in Malta since 2011, she initially advised the Alpine Group on aircraft registration and
regulatory matters before founding FCF Assets in 2015 – a consultancy that supports clients in
navigating the complexities of obtaining a Maltese Air Operator Certificate (AOC). Her work spans
legal, operational, and commercial guidance across sourcing, financing, importation, registration,
and ongoing aircraft operations.
Fiona is currently working on her tenth AOC project. She has helped operators across Europe
establish successful airlines in Malta, collectively adding over 67 aircraft to the 9H register and
generating more than 430 direct jobs. She is known for her practical, results-driven approach and
ability to cut through complexity.
Fiona serves on the Executive Committee for Aviation & Aerospace at the Malta Chamber of
Commerce and is on the board of the Irish Business Network. She regularly contributes to industry
events and is a strong advocate for Malta’s role as a dynamic and reliable jurisdiction for
international operators and legal teams.
Max, a French-Belgian national, brings 15 years of international experience in the transportation industry.
As a consultant with Oliver Wyman, he led diverse projects—including upgrading NYC’s subway system, optimizing helicopter maintenance facilities, and designing a rail-based “silk road” to move goods from China to Europe.
He then joined Eurostar as a senior operations manager, optimizing the use of critical resources across fleet, crew, and stations on the high-speed rail network connecting London, Paris, and Amsterdam.
In 2021, Max co-founded RISE to tackle the unique challenges of business aviation. Their flagship solution, OPTIRISE™️, takes the guesswork out of fleet scheduling and crewing—reducing empty legs, cutting costs, and avoiding CO₂. RISE works with all types of operators, whether they fly regionally (e.g., Jetfly) or globally (e.g., AirX).
David was appointed CEO Lauda Europe Ltd in September 2020 and CEO of Malta Air in December 2020, having previously served as Ryanair’s CCO since January 2014. Prior to that David was Ryanair’s Director of Flight and Ground Operations from December 2002. A graduate of the Irish Military College, David followed a military career with positions in the airport sector and agribusiness in the Middle East, Russia and Asia.
With a strong foundation in Sales and Key Account Management, Thomas has cultivated deep expertise across several leading aviation management firms in Europe, including Abelag, Luxaviation Luxembourg, and Alliance Executive Jets. His career spans both boutique operators and global enterprises, where he has consistently delivered exceptional service and fostered strong client relationships.
In September 2023, Thomas joined JSSI as Business Development Director, overseeing strategic growth across the Benelux region, the UK and Ireland, Scandinavia, and Malta.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Business and a Master’s degree in Sports Management, bringing a dynamic perspective to his work in aviation. When he’s not supporting aircraft owners and operators, Thomas is an avid runner and cyclist.
At CJI Malta there was over 8 hours of scheduled but informal networking, allowing you to form new relationships and strengthen existing ones. You can meet those involved in your current and future transactions.
Tuesday 10th June 17.00: Welcome reception hosted by Transport Malta
Wednesday 11th June
Conference sessions
Refreshments
Lunch
Closing cocktail reception
17:00 | Welcome reception hosted by Transport Malta
08:30 | Registration & Refreshments
09:00 | Welcome Remarks
09:05 | The Malta advantage Charles Pace, Transport Malta Simon Xuereb, KPMG Matthew Xerri, Ganado Advocates
09:45 | It is not about the operators: Why Malta works for operators
What Malta offers
Working with Transport Malta
What could be improved? Moderator: Fiona Healy, FCF Assets David O’Brien, Malta Air Manuel Tirado, Gestair Aviation Malta Alice Tropoe, FliteWatch Andrea Zanetto, Comlux
10:25 | Which way is the aircraft market heading?
Are tariffs affecting US deals?
The split between new and older assets
How are buyers coping with backlogs? Moderator: Robert Gates, Global Jet Capital Marian Jancarik, Jetron Eric Jullien, Airbus Corporate Jets
Brendan Lodge, IADA
11:05 | Morning Coffee hosted by 3PLEX Group
11:50 |New business aviation models Eric Weisskopf, Hans Jet Max Van Cauwenberghe, Rise
12:30 | Malta is a rising jurisdiction for corporate jet finance Wayne Pisani, Malta Financial Services Advisory Council Nicholas Valenzia, Mamo TCV
13:00 | Lunch hosted by Transport Malta
14:10 |WhyManagement Companies Deserve Premium Fees
What are owners looking for?
Are rising costs hitting demand? Moderator: Alasdair Whyte, Corporate Jet Investor Thomas Haymans, JSSI Hervé Laitat, JetHouse Carmen Munguía, Gestair Graham Williamson, Gama Aviation
15:00 | Legal and risk developments that will affect your business Issues from Grand Theft Aero
The operator/OEM balance
Changes to grand handling Peter Coles, HFW
15:30 | Afternoon tea hosted by 3PLEX Group
16:00 | European regulation: an operator’s perspective Olivier Perdriel, Skyfirst
16:20 | Solving the people problem
How bad is the skills shortage?
Innovations in training
Retaining key people Moderator: Katrina Abela, Vaia Legal
Stanley Bugeja, DC Aviation Malta Louise Dowson, Flypeople Mark Kammer, Dynamic Advanced Training
17:00 | Closing Reception hosted by JSSI
Sponsors
Host Sponsor
Transport Malta serves as the national regulator for air, sea, and land transport. The Civil Aviation Directorate oversees all aviation-related activity, ensuring that safety, compliance, and operational standards are upheld across the sector.
The Directorate is responsible for:
- Ensuring the airworthiness and safety of aircraft;
- Regulating aircraft operators and aerodromes;
- Overseeing air navigation service providers;
- Managing the integration and oversight of drones;
- Licensing pilots and other aeronautical personnel;
- Negotiating international air services agreements;
- Supporting a growing aviation sector through efficient and practical regulatory services.
As of 2025, Malta’s aircraft register includes 921 aircraft, with 55 certified Air Operator Certificate (AOC) holders.
The Directorate also works closely with Aircraft Leasing Malta, a dedicated initiative aimed at positioning Malta as a preferred base for aircraft leasing. By combining a robust legal framework with an efficient registration system, Malta continues to attract aviation business from across the globe.
Event Partner
For more than 35 years, Jet Support Services, Inc. (JSSI) has been the leading independent provider of maintenance support, advisory services, software, and financial tools to the business aviation industry. With 6,000+ aircraft supported by maintenance programs and software platforms, JSSI leverages this wealth of data, scale, and innovation to drive cost savings and provide custom solutions that align to the interests of each client, regardless of make or model. Learn more at jetsupport.com.
JSSI products and services include: Maintenance Programs, Parts & Leasing, Software, Advisory Services, and Aviation Capital.
Lead Sponsors
Headquartered in Malta, 3PLEX GROUP delivers tailored solutions across aircraft training, operations, maintenance, and storage management.
The team of highly accredited aviation professionals provides expert guidance and representation for private and corporate aircraft owners and operators. Whether you are buying, selling, or exchanging aircraft, or seeking training, interior upgrades, storage, or certified Part 145 maintenance, including specialised Line and Limited Base Maintenance, 3PLEX GROUP is your trusted partner at every stage.
Gestair Group, a leading company in Spain and European benchmark in business aviation, operates three key divisions that provide a complete range of services in private aviation:
• Gestair Aviation, with AOCs in Spain and Malta, operates a fleet of over 35 ultra-long, long, medium, and short-range aircraft, providing the ideal solution for any type of trip specializes in comprehensive aircraft management and personalized flight services with global operational support.
• Gestair MRO has 2 hangars at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport and offers a combined indoor space of 23,000 sqm for housing and maintaining aircraft. In addition, offering base maintenance, hangar services, component sales, and an avionics laboratory.
• Gestair Aeroplanning is the area that provides ongoing 24/7/365 Flight Support to operators and flight crews around the world.
As part of its HORIZON program, Gestair continues to demonstrate its strong dedication to combating climate change by forming new partnerships and taking actions that support its commitment to a more sustainable future. The company’s clients now have the option to fly using SAF fuels and offset their emissions on all flights.
Simplify. Simply, fly
Sponsors
DC Aviation Malta provides comprehensive aircraft management, handling, and charter services. Backed by a strong network of global partners, we deliver tailored solutions and cost-efficient flight operations to Malta, across the EMEA region, and beyond. Based at Malta International Airport, we are the island’s only ISBAH Stage 1 business and general aviation handling company and have the competence in managing every aspect of ground services to ensure a seamless flight experience.
DC Aviation Malta is part of the DC Aviation Group, a leading German business aviation company headquartered in Stuttgart, with over 25 years of expertise in aircraft management. Today, DC Aviation Group provides a broad portfolio of services, including aircraft management, executive charter, business jet maintenance and handling. The modern fleet includes short, medium and long-haul jets as well as large-cabin and ultra-long-haul jets. DC Aviation Group maintains other international locations in Dubai, Munich, Nice and San Marino.
Dynamic Advanced Training is the UAE’s only accredited and independent Cabin Crew Training Organisation (CCTO) certified by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) but also other NAA. Based at Dubai’s Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub, we provide reality-based Safety and Emergency Procedures (SEP) and Aeromedical First Aid training for the aircrew of 100+ business jet and commercial aircraft operators globally. As an independent training organization, customization of training to suit a customer’s training needs and a customer-centric approach are the core principles of how we conduct business.
We don’t just train aircrew – we facilitate transformation into top-tier safety professionals. With world-class simulators, immersive training, and a commitment to going beyond minimum compliance, Dynamic has redefined SEP training, ensuring aircrew have the knowledge, skills, and attitude to expertly handle real-world situations with proficiency and confidence. Trainees rate Dynamic’s training delivery at 98.9% as ‘Excellent’ and we can support your aircrew on a wide range of business jets such as Globals, Challengers, Gulfstream, Falcons, Legacies, and Praetors.
FinanceMalta brings together and harnesses the resources of the industry and government to ensure Malta maintains a modern and effective legal, regulatory and fiscal framework in which the financial services and fintech sector can continue to grow and prosper.
FinanceMalta came on the scene at a critical time, just as Malta entered the Eurozone. The financial services sector is now a major force in the country’s economy. Malta has some significant strengths to offer the industry such as a well-trained, motivated workforce; a low-cost environment; and an advantageous tax regime backed up by more than 70 double taxation agreements. To these, FinanceMalta can add a world-class information and communications technology infrastructure, English as an official language, an enviable climate, and its strategic location.
FlightSafety International is aviation’s gold standard for elite training, innovative flight simulation devices, and ultra-high-definition visual systems. Our data-backed curriculum, industry expertise, and state-of-the-art equipment elevate safety across the industry. For more information, please visit www.flightsafety.com.
Based in Malta, flypeople are approved and regulated by Transport Malta Civil Aviation Directorate under EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency).
We specialise in provision of the EASA Cabin Crew Attestation product and supply of design and delivery of Operator and Aircraft Conversion Courses to operators and crew.
We also offer consultancy services in aviation compliance and safety.
Our services are available in Malta, Heathrow, Dubai and worldwide.
With a proud heritage spanning over 40 years, Gama Aviation is a trusted and established partner to aircraft owners, operators, governments, and private clients worldwide. The Group has built its reputation on delivering operational excellence, deep technical expertise, and uncompromising safety standards across all aspects of business aviation.
At the core of Gama Aviation’s Business Aviation division are three strategic business units – Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO), Fixed Base Operations (FBO), and Aircraft Management & Charter (AM&C) – each delivering best-in-class services across Europe and the Middle East.
As part of its continued commitment to supporting business aviation in the Middle East, Gama Aviation is proud to be opening a new flagship Business Aviation Centre (BAC) at Sharjah International Airport. Due to open in 2025, the Sharjah BAC represents a multi-million-pound investment that will deliver a state-of-the-art, purpose-built infrastructure for business aviation operators, aircraft owners, and charter clients. Located just 30 minutes from Downtown Dubai, this premium facility offers an attractive alternative to other regional airports, with a clear focus on speed, convenience, and discretion.
The centre will include a world-class FBO with luxury passenger and crew amenities, expansive hangar space, full line and base MRO capabilities, and airside access – all designed to exceed the expectations of the most discerning clients and crews.
To learn more about the Sharjah BAC development, please watch our short video here: https://vimeo.com/1067705639
Ganado Advocates is a leading commercial law firm with a particular focus on the corporate, financial services and maritime/aviation sectors, predominantly servicing international clients doing business through Malta. The firm also promotes other areas such as tax, pensions, intellectual property, employment and litigation. The firm traces its roots back to the early 1900s, and is today one of Malta’s foremost law practices, consistently ranking as a leading firm in all its core sectors. Ganado Advocates has, over the past decades, contributed directly towards creating and enhancing Malta’s hard-won reputation as a reliable and effective international centre for financial and maritime services.
Ganado Advocates is at the forefront of the local ship registration and ship finance sectors and acts for many major ship owners, yacht and superyacht owners, banks and other financial institutions. The firm has also been strongly involved in the re-drafting of much of the relevant shipping legislation over the years.
One of the Ganado Advocates’ major strengths is the long standing involvement in yacht financing and yacht mortgaging. The firm’s specialist advisers act regularly for yacht financing banks and institutions throughout the world, making Ganado Advocates one of the leading players in the shipping and yachting sectors in Malta.
HFW is a global law firm with specialist aviation lawyers located in London, Brussels, Paris, Dubai, Riyadh, Singapore, Hong Kong, Sydney, Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, enabling us to provide seamless support on the most complex multi-jurisdictional matters.
HFWs Jet and Helicopters team provides market-leading advice across corporate and private/VIP jets, helicopters, and general business aviation.
Our clients include:
• ultra and High Net Worth Individuals and their family offices
• sovereigns, banks, lessors and other financial institutions
• charterers
• aircraft operators and managers
• FBOs and MROs.
• aviation insurance brokers and aviation insurers
Our expertise encompasses:
• Regulatory: licensing, market entry, safety, operation and management compliance, sanctions
• Corporate and commercial transactions
• Aircraft and equipment purchase, sale, finance, and leasing
• Commercial disputes and enforcement
• Aviation insurance, contingency planning, emergency response, claims, and recoveries
Our clients consistently commend our efficiency, professionalism, and extensive knowledge in aviation law and operational issues. As noted by Legal 500 2025 - Aviation: "We have always found the firm to be very efficient, professional, and all the team have a vast amount of knowledge and expertise in aviation. We would consider using the firm on any new instructions"
We are a Central Europe-based private aircraft brokerage and asset advisory house. Our main activities are the purchase and resale of pre-owned private aircrafts around the world and providing advice to aircraft owners, lenders and institutions, about the resale value of their assets. We coordinate marketing and sales efforts throughout the world and we have successfully represented a variety of aircrafts on behalf of clients - all worldwide.
KPMG is a seasoned advisor in the business jet industry and plays a key role in supporting the aviation industry, leveraging its multidisciplinary expertise to assist clients in navigating the sector's complexities. The firm's involvement encompasses a broad spectrum of services tailored to the unique needs of aviation businesses, such as tax, legal, accounting and audit professionals with a deep knowledge and understanding of the various aspects of the aviation industry.
For more information, please visit KPMG’s Aviation in Malta factsheet.
*The KMPG Trademarks are the sole property of KPMG International Cooperative
Payhound’s services offer a comprehensive suite of crypto payment processing solutions designed to seamlessly convert digital currency transactions into traditional fiat currencies. The platform is tailored to cater to the specific needs of businesses operating in the online gaming, financial, and investment sectors, who often require high-volume and high-processing capabilities.
The unique value proposition of Payhound lies in its commitment to security, regulation, and accessibility. The company's platform is built with robust security features that surpass industry standards, ensuring the integrity of transactions. Licensed under the VFA Act by the MFSA since 2021, it operates within a regulated, European jurisdiction, guaranteeing transparency and compliance for its clients. Furthermore, Payhound strives to make crypto capabilities accessible to businesses looking to integrate these modern payment methods into their operations, simplifying the process of adopting crypto currencies.
The ideal customer profile for Payhound's services includes businesses that already have or intend to establish a significant online presence, particularly those within the travel, hospitality, luxury, financial, and investment sectors - amongst others. These entities typically require robust payment processing solutions that can handle large volumes of transactions efficiently and securely. They are likely to value the unique combination of security features, regulatory compliance, and accessibility that Payhound offers.
Sustainability Partner
4AIR is an industry pioneer offering sustainability solutions beyond just simple carbon neutrality. Its industry-first framework seeks to address climate impacts of all types and provides a simplified and verifiable path for private aviation industry participants to achieve meaningful aircraft emissions counteraction and reduction.
The 4AIR framework offers four levels, each with specific, science-based goals, independently verified results and progressively greater impacts on sustainability that make it easy for private aviation users to pursue sustainability through access to carbon markets, use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel, support for new technologies and other strategies.
For more information, visit us at www.4air.aero.
Association Partner
Attendees
Companies that attended:
2-REG Aircraft Registry | 3PLEX AERO | Aelia Assurances Group | Aeroates | Aeroaxio | AeroVisto Group | AG Advisory | Air X | Airbus Corporate Jets | Albinati Aeronautics | Alliance Jet | ALTINIUM | AMAC Aerospace | Amethyst Jet Solutions 1927 Ltd. | ARQ Group | Asteria Advisory | ASTONJET | Aviation and Tourism Consulting | Aviazzi | Avinode Group | Aviocons S.r.l. | Azure Aviation | Azzera | Bombardier | Boston MFO | Boutsen Aviation | Capri Services | Collins Aerospace | Comlux Aviation | CoRe Service | DC Aviation Group | DC Aviation Ltd | Deloitte, Malta | Dingli & Dingli Law Firm | Dixcart Management Limited | Döhle Corporate and Trust Services | Dyami Academy B.V. | Dynamic Advanced Training | Elit’Avia | Executive Aviation Malta | Falcon | FCF Assets Limited | Fenech & Fenech Advocates | FFF Legal | Fiduchi (Malta) Limited | FinanceMalta | Finco Trust | FL3XX | Flexjet | FlightSafety International | FliteWatch | Fly Aviation Services | Fly Safely Ltd | flypeople | FlySolutions | FTS Aviation | Gama Aviation | Ganado Advocates | GAS German Aviation Services GmbH | GB Legal | GE Aerospace | General Aviation Service | Gestair | Get Jet Limited | Global Jet Capital | Gogo | G-OPS | Grant Thornton | GTG | Hans Jet | HFW | Honeywell | Hyperion | IADA | Investec Aviation Finance | IRIS THAUMAS LTD | Jet Adept | Jet Aviation | Jet Flight Service | Jet Support Services, Inc. (JSSI) | JetHouse | JETRON | KPMG Malta | Lufthansa Technik AG | Malta Air | Mamo TCV Advocates | McXperts Aviation Advisory & Appraisal | Medavia | MRT Aero | MRT Jets | Muscat Mizzi Advocates | myLittlePlane | Nomad Technics AG | Odi-sé Avocats | OPMAS Group | Payhound | Piazza Legal | Pickajet | PKF Malta | Platinum Jets | Premier Aviation Group | PRIMUS AVIATION | Privateer | PRIVAVIA – Private Jet Charter | Q.C.M. holding | RISE | Rolls-Royce plc | SECAVIA | Skyfirst | St Julian’s Maritime Finance Ltd | STAJets | TAG Aviation | TES | Textron Aviation | Transport Malta | Tyrolean Jets & Services | Universal Air Charter and Management | Vaia Legal | Vedder Price | VOLUXIS | VON DER HEYDEN GROUP | WH Partners | Women In Aviation Malta | World Aero | World Fuel | Zampa Partners
