By Ogenyi Ogenyi,Uyo
Following four years of record breaking achievements and strides, the management of Ibom Airlines Limited has said that it has exceeded projections of it’s business plans.
This was contained in a statement from the Airline’s General Manager in charge of Marketing and Communications Mrs Aniekan Esseniette made available to newsmen in Uyo yesterday to celebrate it’s four years anniversary.
According to the statement, reflecting on the tremendous strides of the airline, the Chief Operating Officer (COO), Mr. George Uriesi, said, “It is with immense pride that we celebrate Ibom Air’s 4th anniversary today. Over the past four years, we have witnessed tremendous growth, exceeding our business plan projections and delivering on the very high expectations of our shareholder.
“These significant milestones were achieved through the careful and painstaking execution of our business plan and the hard work and dedication of our very committed staff compliment.
“I am pleased to say that Ibom Air’s DNA, our unique internal culture of Excellence, Safety, Integrity, Passion, and Innovation, has become institutionalized and permeates our entire business. This culture underpins our determination to continue to offer our customers the highest quality of service in our industry.”
Recall that on June 2019, the Airline took to the skies on its inaugural flight from Uyo to Lagos, armed with a vision to offer industry-leading schedule reliability, on-time departures, and excellent service to passengers.
Established and owned by the Government of Akwa Ibom State, the airline has recorded significant milestones, surpassing even the projections it set for itself.
With its modern fleet of aircraft, commitment to safety, and unparalleled customer service, Ibom Air has emerged as the preferred choice for travelers seeking safety, comfort, reliability, and affordability.
Earllier in the year, Ibom Air was awarded the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certification, another testament to its commitment to the highest safety standards in the industry.
On this, the COO said, “the achievement of IOSA certification, the imminent entry into service of the new, ultra-modern hub terminal in our home base and the commencement of aircraft maintenance at the brand-new MRO facility also in Uyo
“The forthcoming delivery of our first brand new Airbus A220-300, together represent a pivotal moment for the Company as we prepare to expand our services into West and Central Africa in the second half of the year.”
The Airline’s current fleet include five Bombardier CRJ 900 and two Airbus A320s, covering seven destinations and nine routes.
