Dubai-based Empire Aviation Group has taken its first new aircraft of the year under management. A Gulfstream G450 joins EAG's fleet operating out of Dubai Intern- ational airport and will be managed on behalf of a private owner for personal use.

Executive director Steve Hartley says: "The G450 is a tremendous addition to our managed fleet and a sign of the level of confidence that aircraft owners have in our team. Our aircraft management services are the core of our regional business and we continue to attract new owners. Large cabin, long range business jets are very popular among aircraft owners in the region and they can reach most major global cities non-stop."

EAG offers a full management service to aircraft owners, based on a distinctive asset management approach which helps owners optimise investment and protect the long-term value of their aircraft asset, covering all aspects of the aircraft's operation, the option of charter, and maintenance management.

The group operates the Middle East's largest managed fleet of private jets from its base at Dubai International, with over 20 jets under management on behalf of owners, several of which are available for charter.