Vicente Alava Pons
Vicente Alava Pons
Speaker
Managing Director

GOAL Leasing

Germany

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Main Stage

Airline Financing in Flux: Access, Innovation & Expectations

Yasantha Dissanayake
Chief Financial Officer,
SriLankan Airlines
Rohit Tomar
Director Finance & Supply Chain Operations,
VietJet Air
Moderator
Vicente Alava Pons
Managing Director,
GOAL Leasing

As airlines face rising financing costs, evolving ESG pressures, and varied access to global capital pools, the question is no longer just how to finance, but where and with whom. In this session, financiers and airline treasurers unpack the latest shifts in capital access across the JOLCO market, structured debt, export credit, and regional vehicles—from French Tax Leases to ANPI-backed deals. With sustainable finance still a strategic priority for some, the panel will also examine the real-world viability of green structures amid a higher-rate environment.

  • How are airlines balancing traditional bank debt, lessor support, and capital markets access in today’s environment? Are new entrants or alternative lenders playing a larger role?
  • In a tightening cycle, what do airlines need most from financiers?
  • How active are Asian capital markets in supporting aviation? Are ANPI-backed structures, French Tax Leases, or hybrid public–private platforms gaining traction?
  • Which types of airlines are successfully accessing the JOLCO and structured financing markets today—and who’s left out
  • Are ESG-linked products, SLBs, or SAF-tied facilities still viable in a world of elevated base rates? What does a credible “sustainable” aviation finance product now require?
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.