Aircraft Engine Lease Finance (AELF) has raised $355 million in new financing during 2025, the US-based lessor said today (January 22).
The financing includes committed capital or term financings from a group of lenders that includes Investec, Absa Group, Merchants Bank, and Natixis.
The lessor said it will use the financing to pursue growth opportunities and expand its fleet.
“We are in an exciting period of growth and are well positioned from a capital perspective to further our strategic goals throughout 2026,” said Joe Cirillo, president and chief commercial officer of AELF. “We value our financing partners that understand and support our vision as we continue to target mid-life assets with strong value-creation potential."
In early December, AELF secured a $72 million loan from its existing lender Absa in early December 2025.
“This financing reflects the growing depth and sophistication of capital solutions available to well positioned asset owners,” said John Zama, Principal: Structured Asset Finance at Absa CIB. “AELF has demonstrated a clear strategy, disciplined execution and strong asset expertise, and we are pleased to support its continued fleet expansion.”