Equinox Charter has appointed Paul Travis as senior charter sales manager, where he will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of charter for a growing book of clients.

With over four decades of experience in airline and business jet operations, including a notable stint as nominated person, ground operations, Travis brings with him a wealth of operational expertise. His career path includes senior roles at Air Partner, Premier Aviation and Acropolis Aviation.

Beyond his operational prowess, he brings to the table an understanding of the unique dynamics of the music and entertainment business, having successfully arranged tours for many prominent artists across Europe and North America.

Managing director Elliot Bottomley says: "As Equinox continues its growth trajectory, it is paramount that we build properly upon the strong foundations we've laid. Over the last two years our business has seen impressive growth, and we remain committed to being an organisation of integrity, upholding the highest safety standards and delivering unparalleled service that our clients simply won't find anywhere else. Paul has built an enviable reputation over the years for his professionalism and his experience within our industry. We look forward to leveraging his industry insight to deliver exceptional aircraft charter solutions to each sector that we serve."

Travis adds: "I'm thrilled to announce I'm joining Equinox Charter. I'm looking forward to working with this highly regarded team in developing its business and enhancing its reputation for delivering excellent and innovative service."

The appointment comes as Equinox celebrates two years in business. Together with its sister brand Equinox Travel, the company has achieved rapid growth and made a series of strategic appointments in recent months, including the addition of Giovanni Manzella as charter operations manager. Manzella manages charter operations on behalf of Equinox, as well as the provision of cargo and OBC services.

Manzella says: "We place huge emphasis on our charter operations here at Equinox. Such an integral part of the added value we provide clients is the dedication and detail we provide in our service. We're excited to be growing as an organisation and doing so backed up by experience."