13 January 2025

AerFin has opened its new global headquarters in South Wales © AerFIn

AerFin opens new headquarters in South Wales

AerFin, an aviation asset specialist, has announced the relocation to its new global headquarters in Newport, South Wales, the UK, marking a pivotal moment in its global expansion journey. The move, effective January 2025, underscores AerFin’s commitment to supporting local employment while addressing the evolving needs of the global aviation industry. The 116,000 ft² facility […]

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BOC Aviation expands Paul Kent’s role as CCO

Aircraft lessor BOC Aviation has announced an expansion of Paul Kent’s responsibilities as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), effective today, January 13, 2025. Previously overseeing airline leasing and sales in Europe, the Americas and Africa, Kent’s role now extends globally, incorporating the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions into his portfolio. Kent joined BOC Aviation in June

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Discovery Air Chile intends to lease five X7 hybrid eVTOL aircraft

Horizon Aircraft to lease Cavorite X7 eVTOLs to Discovery Air Chile

Horizon Aircraft has signed a letter of intent (LOI) with Discovery Air Chile to lease five Cavorite X7 hybrid eVTOLs, with deliveries expected in 2028. The advanced aircraft will revolutionise regional air services in Chile by significantly reducing transfer times for passengers, patients and time-sensitive goods while lowering operational costs. Álvaro González, General Manager of

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Representatives from Honeywell and NXP at CES 2025

Honeywell and NXP to revolutionise autonomous flight

Honeywell and NXP Semiconductors N.V. announced at CES 2025 an enhanced partnership that aims to drive innovation in aviation and lay the groundwork for autonomous flight. This collaboration builds on their 2024 partnership, which focused on optimising building management systems to securely monitor and control energy usage. The new venture will integrate Honeywell’s deep aerospace

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AFI KLM E&M and Air China Cargo have extended the PBH contract

AFI KLM E&M extends maintenance contract with Air China Cargo

Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) has announced an extension to its power-by-the-hour (PBH) contract with Air China Cargo Co., Ltd., reinforcing a partnership that began in 2015. The extension secures support for new aircraft joining the Air China Cargo fleet, advancing their long-standing collaboration. The revised agreement expands the scope

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Ribbon-cutting ceremony to open Gulfstream's new Mesa, Arizona facility

Gulfstream opens state-of-the-art service centre in Mesa, Arizona

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has officially opened a new customer support service centre at Mesa Gateway Airport in Mesa, Arizona. The facility was inaugurated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Gulfstream leaders, employees and state and local dignitaries. The 225,000 ft² (20,908 m²) maintenance, repair and overhaul facility represents a US$130 million investment. Announced in 2021,

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