Explained Recognition Express director Graham Marshall: “Jota had an idea of what they wanted but were unsure if it was possible to have custom-designed products in small quantities.

We sourced off the shelf tabards, scarves and ties and hand-printed them to give them a unique look. Printing the silk scarves proved to be very tricky but with a bit of lateral thinking and some aluminium foil we got the job done.

For the “Jota Wing” enamel badge they showed us a valuable old lapel badge that aircrew wore many years ago and we designed a new badge with that style in mind but brought up to date. We are particularly pleased with how these have come out.”

Recognition Express also provided ID cards, name badges and luggage tags. They also personalised unbranded items sourced directly by Jota from other suppliers enabling the airline to ensure all items carried the same stylish corporate identity.

Said Jota Aviation cabin services manager Jo Bourne: “We are a niche airline providing a very select service and our image is very important. The challenge we faced was to source top quality branded items but in low quantities and at a sensible price.

“As a local company ourselves we like to give business to local suppliers wherever possible so to have Recognition Express practically on our doorstep is a real bonus. Their service is excellent. Nothing is too much trouble and all of our new accessories they supplied look great with our uniforms.”