June 06, (THEWILL) – An aviation company with its head office in Lagos, Xejet Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Government of The Republic of Sierra Leone to operate her national carrier, Air Sierra Leone.
Xejet was conceptualised as a business class-only airline focused on becoming the airline of choice for premium flyers.
With the agreement, Xejet will operate regional and international Flights from Lungi International Airport, Freetown.
THEWILL gathered that the Sierra Leonean Government and Xejet have been in discussions and have now agreed that the company could go ahead to establish and operate a national carrier for the country.
The parties further agreed to work together to successfully execute the project to international standards.
The MoU was signed by the Sierra Leonean Minister of Transport and Aviation, Hon. Kabineh M. Kallon, on behalf of the government and Emmanuel Iza for Xejet in the presence of Dr. Rex Idaminabo (Consulting Associate) and Mr. Floyd Davis Deputy Director SLCAA.
In attendance at the signing ceremony from the ministry of Transport and Aviation are Mr. Rex Bhonapha (Deputy Minister) the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary Mr. Alhassan Kondeh, Dr Adams Steven (Technical Adviser), Mr. Hindolo Shiaka (Director of Transport) and Mr. Macmond Kallon Policy Coordinator OPII-State House.
Xejet Aviation was set up to provide Air Transport Services in the areas of passenger, cargo, aircraft maintenance and aviation training. Founded and run by a team of highly experienced technocrats with years of experience in Airline and Air Operation.
“Based outside Nigeria, Xejet plans to upgrade the existing Boeing B737 with only business class seats. The key effort being made is to provide travelers with an enriching experience at a relatively affordable price.
“Xejet wants customers to experience the benefit of a private jet with personalised service within the comfort and safety of a commercial airline”, the company stated.
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Anthony Awunor, is a business correspondent who holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Linguistics (UNILAG). He is also an alumnus of the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria Kaduna State. He lives in Lagos.
