Archer, a leading designer and development of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, has announced a strategic partnership with Jetex, a leading global aviation services provider, focused on developing infrastructure across Jetex’s international portfolio of private terminals to support Archer’s planned commercial air taxi network.
As per the deal, the duo will work together to design the passenger experience, deploy charging infrastructure and integrate Archer’s Midnight eVTOL aircraft into daily operations across Jetex's international portfolio of 40 private aircraft terminals in more than 30 countries.
This strategic alliance builds on Archer's growing infrastructure network and partnerships with other leaders in the industry, establishing a vertiport network that can support the growth of Archer’s air taxi operations globally.
Planned to focus initially on infrastructure in UAE, this collaboration is expected to expand to additional sites around the world across Jetex’s global portfolio, which includes 40 private aircraft terminals in more than 30 countriesm, said Archer in a statement.
Building upon Archer’s prior partnerships with other leading infrastructure providers, this approach advances its plans to scale a vertiport network that can support the growth plans for the US group’s air taxi operations globally, it stated.
Jetex Founder & CEO Adel Mardini said: "eVTOL technology is an instrumental part of our industry, designed to transform urban mobility and shape the future of business aviation. We are proud to work with our partners at Archer on making this ambitious vision a reality at Jetex Abu Dhabi and our other global destinations."
Adam Goldstein, founder and CEO of Archer, said: "Building a beautiful, safe and high-performing aircraft is only one aspect of our business. To succeed in the UAE and beyond we need to pair Midnight with strategic infrastructure that allows us to operate by delivering a premium experience for our passengers."
"With their wide-ranging global portfolio, and deep expertise with high-end customer service, Jetex is a perfect fit as a partner in Archer’s commercialization strategy," stated Goldstein.
The announcement comes as Archer continues to advance its certification and commercialization efforts in the UAE and beyond, building on recent achievements including regulatory design approval for the UAE's first hybrid heliport at Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal and ongoing partnerships with leading regional operators including Abu Dhabi Aviation.
As per the deal, the two companies plan to enhance Jetex's strategically located fixed base operator (FBOs) locations to better suit Archer’s Midnight aircraft, said Jetex in a statement.
The duo will jointly design the passenger experience and integrate eVTOL aircraft into daily operations.
These upgrades will be paired with Jetex's luxury service standards to deliver an efficient, tech-enabled customer journey, it added.-TradeArabia News Service