The lessor expects to take delivery of two 787-9, ten 737 MAX 8, and an additional three 737 MAX 8 aircraft under the purchase and leaseback agreement with United Airlines by 2021.
The agreement with its newest airline customer in the Americas marks the lessor’s first-ever lease transaction for the A330 P2F aircraft, further advancing its strategy to bring the next generation widebody freighter to the market.
The A320neo aircraft, placed on long-term lease, from the lessor’s orderbook will support the carrier’s Strategy 2028 initiative aimed at increasing operational efficiency and fleet optimization.
The strategic relationship aims to support United management’s efforts as they navigate through the ensuing air travel recovery and look toward sustained future growth.
The lessor’s leadership remains focused on working with customers and industry stakeholders to support the ensuing sector recovery while building for the future.
The lessor’s latest sale and leaseback transaction with SAS covers three A320neo and one A350-900 aircraft.
Built on a strong, secure and resourceful financial foundation, CDB Aviation meets the changing needs of the world’s airlines by delivering a full-service, global aircraft leasing platform.
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Our aircraft portfolio includes advanced and fuel efficient aircraft, including Boeing, Airbus, and Embraer jets, offering airlines the ideal fleet options they seek.
Large orderbook
We are securing and building a fleet of the latest technology aircraft and engines, including the new generation Boeing 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliner aircraft, as well as the Airbus A320neo family and A330neo aircraft.
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CHAIRMAN
Mr. Xuedong Wang, the Chairman of CDB Aviation, has extensive working experience in China government organization and banks. Chairman Wang was served as Vice President of CDB Shanghai Branch and President of CDB Hunan Branch, while now is the Chairman of CDB Leasing.
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Patrick is our Chief Executive Officer with three decades of experience in finance, marketing, sales and P&L oversight. He has been at the top of the airline Leasing sector for many years, including being a founding shareholder of Avolon leasing and served as CEO in their joint venture with Wells Fargo.
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Brendan is our Chief Financial Officer, with two decades of aircraft leasing and multinational experience, with a unique blend of cross-functional experience in financial, operational, and functional leadership roles. He joins the company from DAE Capital where he held various leadership roles, including as part of AWAS.
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Nick is a seasoned aircraft leasing professional with more than 16 years of experience in asset finance, working for lessors exclusively owned by large financial institutions.
CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER
Peter is our Chief Marketing Officer, with more than three decades of experience in the aircraft leasing and airline industries.
CHIEF INVESTMENT OFFICER
Craig is our Chief Investment Officer with two decades of experience in aviation and aerospace. With an extensive track record of working with lessors, OEMs, airlines, MROs, and investors, Craig heads our strategic investments, covering M&A, portfolio acquisitions, trading, and financing alternatives.
HEAD OF TRADING
John is our Head of Trading with three decades of experience in banking, structured finance, and aircraft operating leasing.
HEAD OF EMEA
Paul is our Head of EMEA, with nearly three decades of experience in the aviation industry. He has held executive roles with Airbus Financial Services, SMBC, AerCap, and, most recently, Avolon, leading cross-functional deal teams.
HEAD OF ASIA PACIFIC
Sign is our Head of Asia Pacific, with more than a decade of experience in aviation finance and legal, and nearly a decade of his career spent working in Asia.
HEAD OF COMMERCIAL, THE AMERICAS
Luís is our Head of Commercial, the Americas, with over two decades of experience in aviation and aircraft leasing, predominantly focused on marketing and sales activities in Latin America and the Caribbean.
