Specialist regional aircraft lessor TrueNoord has appointed aviation finance expert Florian van Vugt to the newly created role of Corporate Finance Manager.
Based in TrueNoord's Amsterdam office, Van Vugt will oversee debt structuring and refinancing activities while spearheading initiatives to diversify the company's funding base. His responsibilities also include fostering long-term relationships with financial stakeholders such as banks, institutional investors, capital market participants, and rating agencies.
Van Vugt highlighted TrueNoord's innovative vision and ambitious expansion plans as key factors in his decision to join the company. “Even before joining the team, TrueNoord made a strong impression on me as a dynamic and progressive business. Its fleet of turboprops and regional jets are essential for maintaining connectivity on thinner routes to remote communities or in challenging geographies. These aircraft also play a pivotal role in the broader network strategies of several long-haul carriers, making them indispensable to the aviation industry.”
With extensive experience in aviation finance and strategy consulting across Europe and Asia, Van Vugt brings a deep understanding of the sector's financial and strategic dynamics. He expressed enthusiasm for his new role, stating, “I'm pleased to be joining TrueNoord at such a monumental time, with the team recently having acquired its 100th aircraft. I look forward to working closely with my colleagues to evaluate debt terms in relation to acquisitions, sales, and lease transactions, bringing a dual focus on financial rigour and strategic foresight to the team.”
This appointment reflects TrueNoord's commitment to strengthening its financial capabilities as it continues to grow its fleet and expand its presence in the regional aviation market.
