Tourists heading to Bali will soon have the option of travelling by air taxi, thanks to a recent agreement that has been signed. Sirius Aviation AG and PARQ Development have partnered to make this possible. This collaboration aims to establish five vertiports and install five hydrogen generators to facilitate vertical take-off and landing, making travel more accessible and eco-friendly in Indonesia.
Valued at $50 million, the agreement will provide 10 state-of-the-art hydrogen-powered vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) jets and tailored support services. Additionally, according to an international airport review, PARQ Development will receive five Sirius Millennium Jets and five Sirius Business Jets, which are expected to revolutionize sustainable travel in Bali.
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Alexey Popov, CEO of Sirius Aviation AG, expressed excitement about the partnership, emphasizing its potential to usher in a new era for Bali and its neighbouring islands. He highlighted the focus on zero-emission tourism, sustainable development, and regional economic growth.
Similarly, Andre Frey, Founder of PARQ Development, emphasized the significance of the collaboration in shaping a new era for Bali tourism. He highlighted the commitment to minimizing carbon footprints in the sky while providing memorable travel experiences on the ground.
Air taxis are increasingly becoming a part of modern travel trends, with countries like the United Kingdom aiming to introduce flying taxis by 2026. Likewise, Saudi Arabia is exploring using air taxis to serve pilgrims visiting the kingdom annually for religious purposes.
