Zela Aviation Reaches 20-Year Milestone in 2026
/As 2026 approaches, Zela Aviation proudly celebrates its 20th anniversary—marking two decades of continuous growth, strategic expansion, and a strong international presence, particularly within the ACMI sector. Founded in 2006, Zela Aviation has evolved into a respected air charter broker trusted by airlines across multiple continents. From Africa and Asia to Europe, Zela Aviation continues to expand and strengthen its global partnerships with airlines.
Andreas Christodoulides, the chairman, reflected on the milestone, stating: “The company’s 20-year anniversary is both meaningful and deeply rewarding. When we first began, I could never have imagined reaching this point. I’ve devoted much of my life to building Zela Aviation with hard work and passion, and I’m proud that everyone on our team shares the same commitment to its future. As we look ahead, our goal is to continue expanding within the industry while maintaining a strong global footprint not only as an ACMI broker, but also across charter services, consultancy, and other key areas of aviation.”
Over the past 20 years, Zela Aviation has distinguished itself through adaptability and forward-thinking solutions in an ever-evolving aviation landscape. By responding proactively to market demands and operational challenges, the company has built a reputation for reliability, transparency, and tailored support. Its ability to connect airlines with flexible leasing and charter solutions has positioned Zela Aviation as a trusted partner during both periods of industry growth and global uncertainty.
In addition to celebrating 20 years of Zela Aviation, 2026 also marks the 5-year anniversary of Zela Jet, a subsidiary of Zela Aviation. Established to meet the growing demand for premium private aviation services, Zela Jet specializes in private helicopter and private jet charters across Greece and the Eastern Mediterranean. Over the past five years, Zela Jet has built a strong reputation for delivering bespoke, high-end charter solutions, further strengthening the Zela Aviation Group’s presence across multiple segments of the aviation industry.
For this milestone year, Zela Aviation is proud to introduce its special 20-year commemorative logo, presented as a symbol of its journey and achievements since 2006.
Zela Aviation extends its sincere gratitude to all clients, partners, and suppliers whose trust and collaboration have been instrumental throughout the years. Their continued support has helped shape Zela Aviation into the reputable and reliable aviation provider it is today. The company looks forward to many more years of shared progress and partnership.
Since its establishment in 2006, Zela Aviation has been active in the field of aircraft wet and dry leasing, chartering, and aircraft sales, maintaining offices in Cyprus, Greece, and the United Kingdom. Zela Aviation provides a range of services for clients located in Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, and South America. Its leading position, track record throughout the years, and highly trained staff make Zela Aviation a solid and reliable partner worldwide.