Titan Airways introduces new fleet of Hyundai vehicles.

Tuesday 13th November 2012

Titan Airways has recently purchased a selection of brand new Hyundai vehicles. The six cars in the fleet will be used for transportation to and from airport buildings and aircraft at the VIP charter airline's Stansted base, moving crew to alternative international and regional airport operating bases throughout the UK and as pool cars for staff members.

Titan Airways initially approached Hyundai as there is a local dealership at Colchester and Titan is always keen to support local businesses. However, the ultimate decision was based on the dealership's professionalism, its range of vehicles, the value for money proposition and the 5-year warranty.

Paul Taylor, Business Development Manager at Titan Airways, said: "The key motivation for us buying Hyundais was that it is one of the few marques that could supply both small compact hatchbacks and large people carriers.

"Hyundai was chosen on the strength of its product offering and the excellent value for money proposition. We have found that the build-quality is great and it proved to be a good fit for Titan Airways. Furthermore, the manufacturer's 5 Year Triple Care warranty package was also a deciding factor in opting for Hyundai."

Titan Airways services its vehicles in-house every six months as a requirement to drive onto the airfield alongside the aircraft. Taylor added: "Our supplying dealer, Haddocks Hyundai, was very professional and able to accommodate our precise requirements in terms of vehicle specification as well as our specific in-house service and maintenance needs."

Martin Wilson, Hyundai Motor UK National Fleet Sales Manager commented: "Our refreshed range of vehicles is ideally suited to fleets owing to its class-leading whole-life cost offering. We look forward to working with Titan Airways on an on-going basis to ensure their fleet continues to deliver the desired results."

The Titan Airways' purchases, which have been fully branded in the company's distinctive colours, include the Hyundai i20 model, two i800 models and three i40 Tourer models.

Titan Airways is always striving to offer the very best solutions to VIP air charter needs. The company was recently presented with the BACA (Baltic Air Charter Association) 'Best Charter Airline' award for 2012. Continually growing and looking for new opportunities, Titan Airways is one of the UK and Europe's most successful and profitable independent airlines. Founded in 1988, Titan Airways will be celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2013.

About Titan Airways:

• Founded in 1988, Titan Airways is an established player in the European charter market, providing a bespoke charter tailored to each client's demands, catering for individuals or groups from 1 to 265 passengers.

• Titan Airways expanding fleet comprises 12 aircraft: three Boeing 737-300QCs; one Boeing 737 - 300F two BAe 146-200QCs, one BAe Avro RJ100, three Boeing 757-200s (two joining the fleet in 2012); a Boeing 767-300ER and the new CJ2+ Several of the aircraft are QC (quick change) enabling utilisation for either passenger or freight transportation.

• Many leading airlines - legacy carriers and regional airlines - call on Titan Airways to provide instant operational solutions. The airline's reputation is built on its unique 'Go Now' policy, which guarantees that an aircraft can be airborne within 60 minutes of flight confirmation. Titan earned a Queen's Award for Enterprise in 2001 for its rapid response services and pioneering use of quick change variants of aircraft. Titan Airways is a worldwide AOC holder for both freight and passenger charters.

• Titan Airways employs approximately 250 personnel based mainly at London Stansted.

• Titan Airways customers include national and regional airlines, cruise lines, pop groups, blue chip organisations, finance houses, major car companies and tour operators.

www.titan-airways.com

About Hyundai:

Established in 1967, Hyundai Motor Co. has grown into the Hyundai Motor Group, which has ranked as the world's fifth-largest automaker since 2007 and includes over two dozen auto-related subsidiaries and affiliates.

Employing over 75,000 people worldwide, Hyundai Motor sold approximately 4.1 million vehicles globally in 2011. Hyundai vehicles are sold in 186 countries through some 5,300 dealerships and showrooms. Hyundai Motor UK Ltd has been named Best Car Manufacturer 2011 by Which? magazine and Car Franchise of the Year by Motor Trader in 2010 and 2011.

All passenger cars now come with Hyundai's industry-leading 5 year Triple Care package. Further information about Hyundai and its products is available at:

www.hyundai.co.uk