ACIA Aero Leasing (ACIA) has reported the successful extension and expansion of its existing syndicated credit facility, led by Investec Bank. The upgraded facility now includes both term loan and revolving credit tranches, as well as a newly added subordinated term loan tranche. This improved structure is designed to provide ACIA with increased financial flexibility and enhanced funding capacity to support its growing aircraft portfolio and international leasing operations.
The syndicate has been strengthened with the addition of Absa Corporate and Investment Banking, Ninety One, and Sanlam Alternative Investments. Their inclusion marks a significant broadening of ACIA Aero Leasing's banking relationships and lender base, reflecting growing confidence in the company's strategy and operational resilience. The expanded facility is viewed as a scalable and tailored financing solution to accommodate ACIA's evolving needs as it continues to grow within the global aviation leasing market.
Bradley Gordon, SVP of Banking and Capital Markets at ACIA Aero Leasing, noted the value of deepening relationships with existing partners while welcoming new financial institutions into the fold. “The addition of Absa, Ninety One and Sanlam Alternative Investments into the syndicate, alongside the continued support and leadership of Investec Bank, demonstrates the deep trust placed in us by our financing partners,” he said.
John Shaw of Investec Bank reaffirmed the bank's commitment to ACIA, and Kobus Swart of Absa praised the company's agility and long-term growth potential.
This strengthened facility positions ACIA to continue delivering flexible and innovative leasing solutions to regional airlines worldwide.
