BOC Aviation, a leading global aircraft operating lessor based in Singapore, has appointed Yogesh Farswani as its new Head of OEM Strategy and Procurement, effective 1 July 2025. The appointment is part of the company’s strategic initiative to strengthen engagement with aircraft and engine manufacturers amid ongoing fleet expansion.
Oman Air is actively seeking to expand its narrowbody fleet in preparation for planned network growth in 2026 and 2027. The airline is currently evaluating the aircraft leasing market for available units and is also exploring the possibility of placing direct orders with manufacturers, signaling a dual-path strategy for capacity expansion.
Macquarie AirFinance, based in Ireland, has delivered a new Airbus A320neo to Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) under a long-term lease agreement, marking the first of three A320neo aircraft it will supply from its existing orderbook. This transaction supports SAS’s ongoing fleet renewal strategy focused on environmental efficiency and standardized operations.
IAT Leasing, an Ireland-based leasing platform, has completed the acquisition of a portfolio of nine narrowbody aircraft from US-based Zephyrus Aviation Capital. These aircraft are currently on lease to eight different airlines, indicating a globally diversified portfolio with active cash flow generation potential.
AIP Capital has entered into a strategic partnership with Monroe Capital to jointly pursue an aircraft leasing venture targeting a portfolio of up to $1 billion in aviation investments. This venture will focus on acquiring mid-life commercial aircraft that are on long-term leases to airlines across the globe, aiming to capture value in a segment often overlooked by larger lessors prioritizing new deliveries. To…
Uganda Airlines has confirmed plans to wet lease a Boeing 737-800 Freighter (B737-800F) to expand its cargo capacity from Entebbe, Uganda’s primary international gateway. This development is part of the airline’s strategic initiative to scale up its cargo network in support of regional and international trade.
Jet Time, a Danish charter and ACMI operator, has announced the extension of its partnership with Finnair through its first full-year ACMI contract, which will see two Boeing 737-800s operated on behalf of the Finnish flag carrier from winter 2025 until October 2026.
Jambojet, the low-cost carrier based in Kenya, has announced plans to add three leased De Havilland Canada Q400turboprop aircraft in the coming months to support its growing route network. The additional capacity will help the airline meet increasing demand across both domestic and regional African routes.
China Airlines, the flag carrier of Taiwan, has announced plans to invest over $2 billion to expand its fleet with the addition of five Airbus A350-900s and eight A321neos. The move is part of the airline’s long-term strategy to modernize its fleet, improve fuel efficiency, and support network expansion across regional and long-haul markets.
Phoenix Aviation Capital, based in Ireland, has successfully closed its offering of $550 million in senior unsecured notes due 2030, carrying a fixed interest rate of 9.25%. The proceeds from this debt issuance will be used to repay existing indebtedness and support general corporate purposes, strengthening the company’s capital structure and liquidity position.
