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Lesha Aviation Capital (LAC) is a dynamic and globally focused aviation leasing and investment platform headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with a key operational office in Doha, Qatar. Launched in 2025 with the establishment of its Dublin HQ, LAC was created with a clear ambition to become a full-service platform, offering both investment management and lease management capabilities to global aviation investors. Backed by a strong seed portfolio of nine wide-body aircraft — including Boeing 777s and Airbus A350s (as of Q1 2025) on lease to a Tier 1 GCC airline — LAC is well-positioned to build a stronger and scalable global portfolio, supported by robust cash flow and long-term leasing arrangements. The platform is designed to serve the growing demand for resilient, asset-backed investments in aviation, while continually expanding its presence across key markets

Current Portfolio

Signed

Geography

Asia Map
Pipeline
AUM
~$5bn
Aircraft
30
Geography
Global
Type
60%
wide body
40%
narrow body
Closed
AUM
~$1bn
Aircraft
9
Type
100%
wide body
Geography
GCC
Current Portfolio
5
Boeing 777-300ER
9
Total Aircraft
4
Airbus A350-1000
Boeing 777-300ER

December 2024: Acquisition of five Boeing 777-300ER Aircraft on-lease to a leading Airline in the GCC. This acquisition reaffirms Lesha Bank's dedication to its aviation strategy.

Airbus A350-1000

March 2025: Acquisition of four Airbus A350-1000 aircraft currently on lease to a leading global airline.

Airbus
Full-Service Platform

Full-Service Platform

  • Launch of a Dublin Office in 2025, April with a focus on servicing and management of aircraft and technical capabilities and core investment teams in Doha .
  • Building capabilities by establishing Operations and Technical teams
  • Full Investment management and lease management capabilities to be in place by mid 2025.
Strong Seed Portfolio

Strong Seed Portfolio

  • Seed portfolio of 5 Boeing 777 and 4 Airbus 350 on lease to tier 1 GCC airline.
  • Scalable and strong cashflow profile to commence and build out a strong portfolio.

Products and Services

Aircraft
Leasing
Aircraft Leasing
  • Operating Leases: Long-term leases of modern, fuel-efficient commercial aircraft to Tier-1 and Tier-2 global airlines.
  • Sale and Leaseback Transactions: Providing airlines with immediate capital liquidity while maintaining access to operational fleets.
  • Portfolio Management: Strategic acquisition, lease management, and eventual disposal of aircraft to maximize investor returns.
Aviation
Investments
Aviation Investments
  • Direct Equity Investments: Direct acquisition and management of aviation assets including aircraft, engines, and aviation-related infrastructure.
  • Indirect Equity Participation: Investment into aviation-focused funds and managed vehicles offering diversified aviation exposure.
  • Joint Ventures and Strategic Partnerships: Collaborative investments alongside key aviation stakeholders including lessors, financiers, and OEMs.
Spare Parts and
Engine Investments
Aviation Investments
  • Investment into high-demand spare parts and commercial aircraft engines, capitalizing on the global need for efficient fleet maintenance.
  • Partnership opportunities with major Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) providers and parts trading specialists.
  • Development of an ecosystem supporting efficient aircraft lifecycle management and parts recycling initiatives aligned with ESG principles.
Infrastructure
Investments
Infrastructure Investments
  • Selective investment into aviation infrastructure assets such as airports, MRO facilities, and aviation logistics hubs
  • Example: Acquisition of an indirect stake in Edinburgh Airport via participation in a leading infrastructure investment fund.
  • Infrastructure investments offer long-term, inflation-protected cash flows and portfolio diversification benefits.

Strategic focus

Strategic Focus

Resilient Asset Strategy

Focus on modern, fuel-efficient commercial aircraft with high residual value and strong long-term demand.

Geographic Diversification with Regional Expertise

Core markets include the GCC, Southeast Asia, and Western Europe, supported by dual operational hubs in Doha and Dublin.

Aviation-Focused Expertise

Highly specialized investment and asset management teams with decades of sector experience.

Sustainability and Future Aviation Trends

Active investment in new-generation, lower-emission aircraft (e.g., A350, B777-300ER).

Global Origination & Relationship Model

Direct sourcing of bilateral, off-market deals with airlines and lessors, allowing superior pricing and structuring flexibility.

Shareholder Strength & Capital Access

Wholly owned by Lesha Bank LLC (Public), publicly listed financial institution with deep expertise in alternative investments.

Operational Excellence

Full-service lease and investment management platform with integrated oversight across technical operations, asset lifecycle, and performance optimization.

Building Capabilities

H2 2024
Seed Portfolio
Acquisition of 5 Boeing 777 aircraft, on lease to the top tier GCC airline
Acquisition of 4 Airbus 350, on lease to a top tier GCC airline
H1 2025
Building
Launch of Dublin Office in April 2025 to service and manage aircraft on lease
Building team of experts in Operations, Lease and Investment Management in Dublin & Doha Offices
H2 2025
Execute Pipeline - Grow AUM
Executing the deals in the pipeline to add $5bn of assets in AUM
Further diversify the exposure to aircraft type, geography and airlines

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