Avianca‘s latest move in international fleet maintenance financing has set a new precedent as the first non-Brazilian airline to access Brazil’s ABGF export credit-backed structure to support its CFM56 engine maintenance needs at GE Aerospace‘s Celma facilities.
airBaltic is taking drastic steps to stabilize its finances and operations, securing up to €257 million in emergency funding as it navigates escalating costs and supply chain disruptions.
SMBC Aviation Capital has successfully closed a $2 billion senior unsecured bond offering, underscoring its position as one of the world’s leading aircraft leasing platforms and enhancing its capital flexibility for future fleet and portfolio expansion.
AerCap has announced the successful pricing of $900 million aggregate principal amount of 5.65% senior notes due 2029, illustrating the lessor’s strong access to global debt markets and proactive funding strategy.
Uganda Airlines is set to receive additional government funding in the 2025/26 fiscal year to support its ongoing growth and development plans. This funding initiative comes on the heels of the airline’s improved financial performance, having reported a notable increase in revenue to $89.4 million during the 2023/24 fiscal year. The injection of capital is aimed at enabling the national carrier…
HALO AirFinance, a prominent U.S.-based aviation finance provider, has successfully closed a senior term loan facility aimed at supporting an established cargo airline based in the Middle East. The loan is specifically structured to finance a Boeing 747-400ERF, a mature widebody freighter, and will contribute significantly to the airline’s working capital requirements.
Madagascar Airlines is actively seeking financial support from the World Bank to facilitate its growth strategy, which includes expanding its fleet to seven aircraft by 2027. The move underlines the airline’s intent to improve its connectivity and service capacity across both domestic and regional markets.
Azul, one of Brazil’s largest airlines, has obtained a fresh round of funding totaling approximately US$106 million from its existing bondholders. This infusion supports the airline’s ongoing financial restructuring and reinforces its short-term liquidity amid a challenging macroeconomic environment for Latin American carriers.
Nepal Airlines has continued to reduce its outstanding aircraft debt with the repayment of an additional $3.9 million, bringing its total loan repayments to $545 million. These repayments relate to loans obtained from the airline’s employee fund for the acquisition of four aircraft.
Vietnam Airlines has taken a significant step in strengthening its financial position by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Citibank (US), securing a funding commitment exceeding US$560 million. The capital injection is aimed at supporting the airline’s long-term strategic investment initiatives, which include fleet renewal, modernization efforts, and infrastructure development.
