Latvia-headquartered FCG Ops has expanded its global presence into the Asia Pacific (APAC) region and appointed Thomas Smith as business development manager there.

By establishing a presence in APAC, FCG Ops aims to better serve its growing customer base, leverage local opportunities and strengthen partnerships across diverse and dynamic the region. This expansion is part of the company’s broader vision to enhance its global footprint and drive long-term success.

With an extensive background in aviation sales and charter services, Smith will play a crucial role in expanding FCG Ops’ presence and client base across APAC, strengthening the company’s reach and capabilities in the new market. Throughout his career, Smith has been focused on the APAC region, establishing a strong network of industry contacts and building a reputation within the business aviation sector.

“We are happy to bring Thomas on board,” says Yuri Nadezhdin, director of business development. “His extensive sales experience and in-depth knowledge of the APAC market align perfectly with our growth strategy for the region. He shares our commitment to delivering world-class aviation services, and we are confident that his contributions will significantly enhance our business development efforts in Asia.”

In his new role, Smith will be responsible for introducing FCG Ops’ range of services to clients across the APAC region. These include outsourced OCC, international trip support, its ground handling network and fuel services. By expanding the footprint in this region, he will ensure that clients in APAC have seamless access to the company’s tailored solutions.

“FCG Ops offers a unique combination of expertise and services that I believe will greatly benefit operators in a growing Asian market,” he says. “I am eager to connect with our clients and partners to share the exceptional value that FCG Ops brings.”