07 Mar 2025
#2 March 2025: Irish Aircraft Leasing Newsletter
AFG Completes Acquisition of ATR72-600
Aircraft Finance Germany (AFG) has successfully acquired an ATR72-600 (MSN 1288) from Regourd Aviation, SAS (trading as Amelia). The transaction underscores AFG’s continued investment in regional aircraft, reinforcing its role in facilitating fleet transitions and regional connectivity.
DAE Delivers Boeing 737-800 to Kenya Airways
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has officially delivered a Boeing 737-800 to Kenya Airways during a ceremony in Nairobi. CEO Firoz Tarapore highlighted this delivery as a testament to DAE and Kenya Airways' 20-year partnership, with the aircraft set to support regional travel demand and expand the airline’s route network. The collaboration strengthens Kenya Airways' commitment to modernising its fleet while reinforcing DAE’s presence in Africa’s growing aviation sector.
World Star Aviation Delivers Fourth Boeing 737-400SF to Total Linhas Aéreas
World Star Aviation (WSA) has successfully delivered the fourth Boeing 737-400SF to Total Linhas Aéreas, reinforcing its role in the South American cargo aviation market. This addition supports Total Linhas Aéreas' expanding cargo operations in Brazil, ensuring enhanced capacity to meet increasing logistics demands. WSA emphasised its commitment to supporting fleet growth for key air freight carriers in the region.
Acumen’s Take
On AFG’s Acquisition of ATR72-600
The acquisition of the ATR72-600 highlights the continued demand for regional turboprops, particularly in short-haul and emerging markets. This transaction aligns with broader industry trends, where operators are investing in fuel-efficient aircraft to optimise regional operations. Acumen sees this as a strategic move, reinforcing the ATR’s relevance in today’s market.
On DAE’s Delivery of Boeing 737-800 to Kenya Airways
The Boeing 737-800 remains a workhorse for regional and mid-haul routes, and its addition to Kenya Airways’ fleet will bolster connectivity across Africa and beyond. With regional travel demand rebounding, DAE’s ability to support airline fleet expansion demonstrates the ongoing strength of the leasing sector. Acumen views this as a key development in Kenya Airways’ fleet modernisation strategy.
On WSA’s Boeing 737-400SF Delivery to Total Linhas Aéreas
The growing demand for converted freighters signals continued strength in the air cargo sector. Brazil’s freight market is expanding, and with Total Linhas Aéreas increasing its fleet, we anticipate further investment in narrowbody freighters to support e-commerce and logistics growth. Acumen recognises this as a strategic move aligning with the rise of air cargo in South America.
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