The privately-owned air charter broking company, Hunter & Plamer, says that it has seen a significant increase in business during the first three quarters of the year. It also expects a year-on-year increase in turnover of 25 per cent at year end.

Corporate development director, Jamie Martin said: “Profit margins are still very tight, but this performance is a credit to the dedication and professionalism of our staff, who have managed to grow the business and gain market share from our competitors, in difficult trading conditions.”

The company has also made several appointments over the year and has plans for international growth in 2003.