Safeport has been awarded the International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH) certification by the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC), following the successful implementation of the standard across its operations.
IS-BAH Certificate
The certification applies to Safeport’s stations in Cascais (CAT), Faro (FAO), Lisbon (LIS), Porto (OPO) and Beja (BYJ), reinforcing the company’s commitment to the highest standards of safety, quality and professionalism in business aviation ground handling.
Recognized globally, IS-BAH certification confirms that Safeport operates in accordance with internationally accepted best practices, supported by a robust and effective Safety Management System (SMS). This achievement further strengthens Safeport’s position as a trusted and reliable partner for business aviation operators, owners and flight crews.
With IS-BAH certification now in place across multiple locations, Safeport reaffirms its ongoing commitment to operational excellence, safety leadership and continuous improvement, contributing to the sustainable and responsible growth of the global business aviation sector.
ABOUT IS-BAH
Launched in 2014, the International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH) was developed to enhance safety and efficiency among business and general aviation Ground Handling Service Providers (GHSP) worldwide. The standard is built on the implementation of industry best practices integrated within a progressive Safety Management System (SMS), tailored to the size and operational scope of organizations such as Fixed Base Operators (FBOs) and Business Aircraft Handling Agencies (BAHAs).
ABOUT SAFEPORT
Safeport is a leading provider of business aviation services in Portugal and Cape Verde (Sal Island), with more than 30 years of experience serving the most demanding international clientele. Renowned for its operational expertise and commitment to excellence, Safeport delivers premium ground handling and aviation support services with a strong focus on safety, efficiency and customer satisfaction. Safeport operates at key strategic locations including Lisbon (LIS/LPPT), Cascais (LPCS), Porto (OPO/LPPR), Beja (BYJ/LPBJ), Faro (FAO/LPFR) and Sal Island (SID/GVAC), a major technical stop at the crossroads of the Atlantic. The company is equipped to support a full range of aircraft, from light executive jets to the world’s largest commercial airliners.
From left to right: Duarte Letras (Safeport Head Of Operations & Safety/Compliance Manager), Pedro Duarte (Safeport Chief Financial Officer), Commander Carlos Mirpuri (Safeport Group Vice-Chairman), Cristina Becken (Safeport Head Of Operations & Customer Services Manager).