Air Charter Service has appointed George Rolls to the role of director, private jets as it looks to the next stage of its expansion. CEO Justin Bowman says: “We are looking towards facilitating the next five years of growth; to do this we will be expanding not only our global network but also managing significant investment in technology and, potentially, new acquisitions of complementary businesses. George's profile, contacts and extensive understanding of our industry will greatly enhance our experienced team.”
Rolls was chairman of PrivateFly in 2017, at which time he led activities for shareholders and steered its acquisition by Directional Aviation Capital. He has extensive experience of private jet management having spent six years with UK operators Hangar 8 and Gama Aviation. As senior independent non-executive director he also advised on Hangar 8's listing on London's Stock Exchange, introducing both the acquisition of International JetClub and the introduction and subsequent reverse takeover of Gama Aviation, where he continued in his role as non-executive director helping with the integration of the two businesses.
His career over the past 30 years has involved him in a variety of sectors as either director, manager or advisor where he has overseen several mergers, acquisitions, fundraising and disposals in both private and public companies.
Rolls adds: "I have known Chris Leach and his superb team for many years. I am delighted to be joining a world class business where I can use the experience I have gained over the years in the aviation space within the impressive global infrastructure ACS has to offer.”