Business aircraft handling company Safeport has opened its new executive lounge in Cascais, Portugal.
The new lounge has been designed with the purpose to create a relaxing and at the same time a practical environment for business aviation where guests and crew will enjoy their time in a refined space filled with contemporary comforts, decorated with the details alluding to the surrounding Atlantic Coast region.
The lounge also overlooks the runway, with its elevated position allowing for Safeport clients to enjoy superb views of landings and take-offs.
Being the largest lounge on site, the facility includes a spacious comfortable seating area with private restroom, Smart TV, high speed WI-FI and a fully equipped kitchen. Its location is at the entrance of the Passengers Terminal in Cascais Airport, just before the passage to the restricted area. The multi-lingual, highly-trained staff is available for assistance all year around, 24/7.
Reflecting on the launch, Safeport President Paulo Mirpuri said, “We are all delighted with the response to the new Safeport lounge. There was nothing like it here in Cascais, so it was also a significant milestone for our friends at for Cascais Airport as well as our own design and hospitality team.
“At Safeport, we are always trying to exceed the expectations. The appreciated feedback we have received about the new facility is extremely positive, says Cristina Becken, Safeport’s handling manager. She explained that, if a guest or client has a special request, they will do their best to make it happen.
The airport has a unique approach towards private aviation, with departures and arrivals processed without long delays, which makes it popular among Safeport’s customers.
Cascais itself is an attractive seaside town, with lovely beaches to explore. With its 30 kilometers of coastline, there are plenty of possibilities for surfing and sailing. Besides water sports, the Portuguese town is also a must for horse riding and golf lovers, hosting many equestrian competitions and providing more than 20 golf courses. The events hosted in Estoril Race Track will also delight adrenaline fans. Cascais is only 20 minutes away from Sintra, a picturesque town with many castles and palaces to discover.
Safeport Cascais project was conceived by Interior Designer Sandra Castro, who in cooperation with the group’s architecture and marketing departments, created a distinctive space that aims to replicate other Safeport locations. The goal is to upgrade and unify the image of the company, as well as the service delivered, truly fulfilling the highest standards and excellency demanded by this aviation segment.
With more than 25 years of experience in business aircraft handling services, Safeport’s reputation is known to go for the “extra mile” in providing high quality services, safety and privacy of the most demanding passengers and clients. International executives, government officials, royalty, movie and music artists, sports stars making up Safeport’s business core, the company is already the market leader in Portuguese business aviation, with facilities at Lisbon Airport, Cascais, Oporto, Beja and Faro. Safeport network also reaches Cape Verde - Sal Island.
