A Manx contingent will head to the Middle East next week to showcase the Island’s flourishing aviation sector.
Representatives from local businesses, government and the Chamber of Commerce will attend the MEBA – the Middle East Business Aviation Conference.
It’s held in Dubai and over 7,000 people are expected to visit over the three days.
The Chamber of Commerce has coordinated the Isle of Man delegation.
Chief executive Mike Hennessy told us why it’s important:
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