GOAL Aircraft Leasing, a prominent German leasing company, has finalized a sale and leaseback agreement with Porter Airlines (Canada) for two Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. These modern jets will be operated by Porter Airlines under long-term lease arrangements, further strengthening its fleet for regional and transcontinental operations.
CDB Aviation, a global leader in aircraft leasing based in Ireland, has released its performance highlights for 2024, showcasing impressive growth and strategic milestones. Over the year, the company executed 36 transactions involving 70 new and used aircraft, reflecting its robust operational activity and commitment to meeting market demand.
Avolon, a leading aircraft leasing company based in Ireland, has announced its operational and financial highlights for the fourth quarter of 2024, showcasing significant growth and strategic progress. During the quarter, Avolon acquired 12 aircraft and transitioned five aircraft to 10 customers. The company also finalized 17 sale and leaseback agreements, sold 29 aircraft, and signed Letters of Intent (LOIs) for the sale of an…
Azorra, a US-based aircraft leasing and finance company, has announced the appointment of Damon D’Agostino as its Chief Business Officer (CBO). This newly created role underscores Azorra’s focus on expanding its business operations and driving strategic growth initiatives.
ABL Aviation, a global independent aircraft investment management firm headquartered in Ireland, has appointed Stephen Orr as its new Senior Vice President (SVP) for Africa. Based in Casablanca, Orr will play a pivotal role in expanding ABL Aviation’s presence across the African aviation market.
Southwest Airlines, a leading US carrier, has finalized a sale-leaseback agreement with BBAM, covering 36 Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The deal has already generated $871 million from the sale of the first 35 aircraft, with lease terms ranging from 26 to 37 months.
AerCap Ireland and AerCap Global Aviation Trust, leading entities in the aircraft leasing sector, have announced the successful pricing of a $1.5 billion senior notes offering. The offering comprises $750 million in 4.875% Senior Notesdue in 2028 and an additional $750 million in 5.375% Senior Notes due in 2031.
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), a leading global aircraft leasing company based in the UAE, has announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC), an Ireland-based lessor specializing in regional aircraft. This acquisition marks a significant expansion of DAE’s portfolio and strengthens its position in the global aviation leasing market.
Garuda Indonesia has announced its preparations for the 2025 Hajj season, deploying a total of 14 aircraft to serve pilgrims. Of these, eight aircraft will be sourced from within the Garuda Indonesia Group’s fleet, while six additional aircraft will be brought in under leasing arrangements.
Cambodia Airways is actively expanding its fleet as part of its growth strategy by seeking Airbus A320 aircraft for inclusion. The airline plans to acquire these aircraft through dry leasing agreements, allowing it to scale operations efficiently while maintaining flexibility in its fleet composition.
