Approval in the RIE Programme, along with IS-BAO Stage III and IS-BAH accreditation, highlight the company's innovative approach to safety, continuous pursuit of process optimisation and operational efficiency.

The Isle of Man has registered more than 200 aircraft since launching its registry in May 2007 with the latest including two Super King Airs for the Specsavers company.

Eddie Davies, owner of Bolton Wanderers Football Club, is one of the first businessmen to registered his aircraft, a 560XLS, on the new Isle of Man register. Commenting on his decision to stop using the Bermuda register in favour of the Isle of Man, he says: "With other registers outside of Britain the time difference makes it very difficult to communicate successfully, thus holding up the speed at which one can progress. The Manx register will provide much more support for operators and owners as they are only a phone call away and are very willing to meet in person."