Athens-based GainJet Aviation, which is celebrating its fifth anniversary, says it is raising its profile in the UK and moving its UK sales office to Heathrow airport.

Previously, the GainJet UK presence was at Manston Airport in Kent. However, ceo Capt James McBride explains: "Even though Kent is a beautiful location, Manston Airport is a long drive from the capital, which is the centre of the UK business aviation world. So we decided it was time to move closer to London and for us there is no better place than Heathrow. We often use Heathrow for our VIP B757 and B737 movements – so it makes a lot of sense".

He adds: "We just acquired a Global Express XRS (EBAN February) which we've based in London Luton with Ocean Sky, and have increased our UK activities".