Eddy Pieniazek
Eddy Pieniazek
Speaker
Head of Advisory

Ishka

United Kingdom

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Engines at a Crossroads: USM, Part-Out Economics, and Protecting Residual Value

Jeff Lewis
CEO,
Hanwha Aviation
Florian Krauthoff
VP Sales, Asia Pacific,
Beautech
Moderator
Eddy Pieniazek
Head of Advisory,
Ishka

With engine values at historic highs and supply still constrained, the aviation industry is facing a complex balancing act. Airlines, lessors, and traders must navigate a market where teardown economics, USM availability, and MRO capacity are all in flux—while also safeguarding long-term residual values. This panel will explore how stakeholders are adapting their strategies to manage risk, optimize returns, and ensure asset longevity in a volatile environment.

  • What’s a realistic outlook for OEM delivery volumes through 2026?
  • Residual Value Risk: How are current market conditions—elevated pricing, limited green-time engines, and shop visit delays—impacting long-term residual value assumptions?
  • Teardown & Part-Out Strategy: What’s driving demand for teardown assets, and how are buyers modeling future value in a competitive market?
  • USM Market Trends: How are supply constraints and OEM pricing strategies reshaping the economics of used serviceable material?
  • New Tech vs. Old Tech: Are reliability issues with newer engines (e.g., GTF, LEAP) reinforcing the value of legacy platforms? How does this affect long-term fleet planning?
  • MRO Bottlenecks: How are shop visit delays and capacity shortages influencing engine lifecycle decisions and asset monetization timelines?
  • PMA, STCs & Value Impact: What role do alternative parts and modifications play in the value chain—and how are lessors and airlines managing the associated risks?
Ishka Forums

Private Investor Forum: Unlocking Aviation Finance in Asia

Vicente Alava Pons
Managing Director,
GOAL Leasing
Hui Ling Teo
Team Lead: Corporate and Financial Practice,
Bethel Chambers
Eddy Pieniazek
Head of Advisory,
Ishka

Join a closed-door session with seasoned aviation investors and industry leaders. Hear how they got comfortable with the asset class, compare risk/return profiles with other alternatives, and discover how aviation can fit into your investment strategy.

Exploring the different elements of aviation as an asset class: 

  • Diversification: Aviation assets move differently to traditional equities, real estate, or infrastructure—offering true portfolio diversification.
  • Yield Potential: With global demand for air travel soaring and fleet renewal accelerating, aviation finance can deliver competitive, stable returns.
  • Hard Assets, Real Value: Aircraft are tangible, globally mobile assets with strong collateral value and established secondary markets.
  • Low Correlation: Aviation investments have historically shown low correlation to mainstream financial markets, providing a hedge in volatile times.
  • Access to Growth: Asia-Pacific is set to lead global fleet expansion, making this region the next frontier for aviation investment

Aviation finance is open for business—be among the first to seize the opportunity.