AerCap Completes 705 Asset Transactions In 2025 as the world’s largest aircraft lessor reported another year of high-volume leasing, trading, and financing activity across aircraft, engines, and helicopters. The results underline AerCap’s ability to actively manage its portfolio at scale while maintaining liquidity, balance sheet discipline, and shareholder returns.
Willis Lease Launches Willis Aviation Capital Platform as Willis Lease Finance Corporation formally expands into third-party asset management with the establishment of Willis Aviation Capital (WAC). The new division is designed to manage aviation and engine assets funded primarily by institutional capital, marking a strategic step toward more recurring, fee-based revenue streams alongside the company’s traditional leasing activities.
Willis Lease And Blackstone Engine Leasing Deal signals a major strategic move in the aircraft engine leasing market, as Willis Lease Finance Corporation partners with Blackstone Credit & Insurance to scale investment into high-demand propulsion assets. The partnership plans to deploy more than $1 billion over the next two years, targeting both current and next-generation aircraft engines.
Macquarie Group Limited (ASX: MQG; ADR: MQBKY) announced a net profit after tax of $A1.66 billion for the half-year ended 30 September 2025 (1H26), marking a 3% increase over the same period last year, though 21% lower than the preceding half-year. The results highlight the Group’s resilient performance amid volatile market conditions, supported by its diversified business mix and disciplined capital management.
Aero Engine Services has officially appointed Aran Tindall as its new Head of Engine Operations, marking a significant step in the company’s continued expansion within the commercial aviation aftermarket. Tindall brings with him over 12 years of hands-on experience across technical and commercial sectors of the aviation engine market.
GetJet Aviation Holdings, an integrated aviation services group based in Vilnius, Lithuania, has reported a strong net profit of €25.4 million for the 2024 fiscal year, supported by rapid expansion across key business segments including ACMI leasing, aircraft maintenance (MRO), asset management, and component trading. The group recorded total revenues of €184.3 million, confirming its status as one of the most profitable aviation service…
Graysky Aviation Capital, a U.S.-based aircraft lessor, has expanded its portfolio through the acquisition of eight Boeing 737-800 aircraft formerly operated by WestJet of Canada. The deal was executed in cooperation with LuminArx Capital Management, a U.S.-based investment firm.
AviaAM Leasing, a global aviation holding company headquartered in Lithuania, has announced the successful completion of the sale of two Boeing 737-800 aircraft, identified by serial numbers 37751 and 37765. The sale aligns with the company’s fleet strategy, which focuses on dynamic portfolio optimization through aircraft trading, leasing, and asset management services.
ORIX Aviation, the Ireland-based aircraft leasing and asset management company, has announced the promotion of Cian Coakley to the role of Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). This leadership change reflects the company’s strategic emphasis on revenue growth, portfolio optimization, and commercial agility in a dynamic global leasing environment.
Setna, a prominent player in the U.S. asset management sector, has announced the appointment of Andrew Storch as its new Vice President of Asset Management. This strategic hire is part of Setna’s ongoing efforts to enhance its operational capabilities and drive growth in its asset management division.
