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Adel Mardini

Founder and CEO, Jetex

Nilufer Najeeb
Nilufer Najeeb

08 July, 2025

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Adel Mardini, founder and CEO of Jetex, has redefined luxury travel and private aviation since launching the company in 2005. Based in Dubai, Jetex began as a bold vision — to transform the experience of private aviation through exceptional service, innovative design, and seamless logistics. Today, that vision has become a global reality, with Jetex operating a vast network of private terminals and ground handling stations across more than 25 countries.

Jetex serves an elite clientele that includes heads of state, celebrities, and global business leaders. But what truly sets the company apart is the leadership of Adel Mardini — a dynamic entrepreneur whose hands-on approach and forward-thinking strategies have positioned Jetex as a global benchmark in the industry.

Adel Mardini is widely recognised for his entrepreneurial insight and his commitment to excellence. Under his leadership, Jetex has become synonymous with precision, personalisation, and next-level hospitality. He continues to expand the brand’s global footprint, focusing on innovation in terminal architecture, guest experiences, and digital integration.

In addition to his role at Jetex, Mardini actively contributes to the broader aviation community. He serves on the Board of the Middle East Business Aviation Association (MEBAA), helping shape aviation policy and regulation across the region. He is also a member of the World Economic Forum and the Young Presidents’ Organisation, where he champions innovation and sustainable practices within the business aviation sector. Adel Mardini is not only a business leader but also a passionate advocate for sustainability. He led the industry’s first collaboration between a general aviation company and an electric aircraft manufacturer, opening new avenues for cleaner, more environmentally friendly short-haul travel.

Jetex operates with a deep awareness of its environmental responsibilities. The company is committed to reducing its ecological footprint and integrates sustainability into every aspect of its operations. From energy-efficient terminal design to promoting sustainable fuel alternatives and reducing emissions, Jetex pursues a comprehensive environmental strategy aimed at shaping a greener future for aviation.

As air transport continues to be a global catalyst for economic growth, Jetex acknowledges the environmental impact of the industry and strives to mitigate it through intelligent operations, employee engagement, and innovative technologies.

With a steadfast commitment to excellence and a visionary approach to the future, Adel Mardini is not just navigating the skies — he’s helping reshape the landscape of private aviation for generations to come.

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