(Singapore and Hong Kong, 6 November 2024) - China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings Limited ("CALC" or the "Company", together with its subsidiaries, the "Group"; SEHK stock code: 01848), a full value chain aircraft solutions provider for the global aviation industry, is pleased to announce that the Group has been awarded the “Asia-Pacific Lease Deal of the Year” and the “Asia-Pacific Structured Finance Deal of the Year” by Airline Economics at the Aviation 100 Asia Pacific Awards 2024.

CALC won the “Asia-Pacific Lease Deal of the Year” award for its remarketing of five Airbus A320CEOs and three new A320NEOs delivered to LATAM Airlines. Additionally, it was honored with the “Asia-Pacific Structured Finance Deal of the Year” award for its inaugural US$400 million warehouse facility.

The dual recognition for lease deal and structured finance deal acknowledged CALC’s endeavor in delivering full life cycle fleet solutions to airline customers and diversifying financing channels to ensure sufficient liquidity.

“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our airline customers and financial partners who participated in these projects. We are immensely proud to play a leading role and provide strong support in this dynamic industry. We also thank the CALC team for their outstanding efforts and professionalism in managing both projects. By emphasizing our full value chain solutions, CALC ensures that our clients have the essential resources to navigate the complexities of the global aviation market,” said Ms. Winnie Liu, President and Chief Commercial Officer of CALC.

Mr. Conrad Li, Executive Director, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Strategy Officer said, “We are grateful for the industry's recognition of CALC. This transaction highlights CALC's commitment to strategic growth and financial innovation. Through close collaboration with financial institutions, CALC is better positioned to respond to market changes, seize growth opportunities, and drive continuous business growth and innovation, ultimately achieving its long-term strategic vision."

The Aviation 100 Asia Pacific Awards 2024 was celebrated on 5 November during the Growth Frontier Asia Pacific conference in Singapore between 4 and 6 November. The award recognizes the leading companies, individuals and transactions in the aviation finance and leasing sector that have achieved excellence over the past year.