Investec Aviation Finance has launched an aviation debt platform in partnership with a major Japanese institutional investor. The platform will initially target a $500 million portfolio of well-diversified loan assets.
Under the partnership, Investec will originate lending opportunities and co-invest in every deal on the platform. Investec also will provide advice on the ongoing management of the portfolio, including recommendations related to potential loan amendment, restructuring, aircraft repossession and exit opportunities.
A seed portfolio for $70 million of senior loans across six aircraft and airlines in three continents already has been agreed upon.
“We are delighted to support our new partners as they expand their footprint in aviation lending and look forward to sharing our experience in structuring aircraft backed transactions that achieve premium returns while focusing on capital preservation,” said Derek Wong, head of Investec Aviation debt fun