Castlelake, a global alternative investment manager with two decades of experience in asset-based private markets, has announced the creation of Merit AirFinance, a dedicated aviation lending entity aimed at supplying debt capital to airlines and leasing companies for both new and used aviation assets. The move marks a significant strategic development, offering clear separation between Castlelake’s…
easyJet has secured a new Revolving Credit Facility (RCF) totaling US$1.7 billion, streamlining its liquidity structure by replacing two previously undrawn credit lines. This newly arranged RCF replaces the US$1.75 billion United Kingdom Export Finance (UKEF) facility and an additional US$400 million RCF, both of which were also undrawn and have now been formally terminated.
Vietnam Airlines has received official shareholder approval to increase its charter capital by $347.1 million, forming a central component of its strategic long-term plan. The capital infusion will support the acquisition of 50 new aircraft, significantly strengthening the airline’s competitive position in both domestic and international markets.
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Japan’s largest financial institution, has announced the successful closing of a $52.3 million upsize in financing for Viva, a prominent low-cost carrier based in Mexico. The expanded credit line is intended to fund the acquisition of two additional Airbus A321 aircraft, further enhancing Viva’s fleet modernization and growth strategy.
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.
GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes, the Brazilian low-cost airline, has indicated that it may delay its planned exit from Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in the United States unless it is able to secure the full $1.9 billion in required funding by May 15, 2025. To date, the airline has successfully secured $1.25 billion in investor commitments, leaving a funding gap…
TAP Air Portugal has successfully secured US$210 million in financing, with the debt maturing in 2029 and carrying an interest rate of 4.467%. This strategic financial move is part of TAP’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its capital structure and support its operational and strategic initiatives.
easyJet (UK) and easyJet FinCo (Netherlands) have issued a prospectus for a $5 billion Euro Medium Term Note (EMTN) Program, reinforcing their strategic financing initiatives to support future growth, fleet investments, and operational resilience.
