Dubai Airshow 2023: Lilium appoints ArcosJet for private sales

The agreement includes a commitment fee payment to Lilium and grants business aircraft brokerage firm ArcosJet exclusivity on private sales. With this agreement, ArcosJet becomes Lilium’s first reseller in the Middle East and its fifth global dealer.

“At ArcosJet, we appreciate Lilium’s mission as we see tremendous potential in the emerging eVTOL market – especially for jet-powered aircraft, and we are grateful that Lilium is partnering with us. 

Mikhail Alenkin, ArcosJet founder and CEO, said: “We are sure that combining our experience in selling conventional aircraft with the economic and socio-demographic characteristics of UAE, Israel, and the republic of Cyprus can result in the region becoming a leader in the sales and operation of the revolutionary Lilium Jet.”

Sebastien Borel, chief commercial officer at Lilium added: “The Middle East offers tremendous opportunity for eVTOL and we are proud to add a reliable and experienced partner to sell and operate the Lilium Jet in region. 

“ArcosJet has an impressive portfolio of successful deals, profound knowledge within aircraft fleet management and a huge network of industry connections to help drive firm orders of our eVTOL jet. 

“A new era of sustainable aviation is coming and we are proud to be blazing the trail here alongside our new partners who support our aspiration towards new technologies and markets.”

The Lilium Jet is an all-electric vertical take-off and landing jet. It is designed to offer leading capacity, a low-noise profile, high performance, zero operating emissions, and is purpose-built for regional connectivity.