8th May, 2025
Operating lease of a helicopter supporting offshore wind power operation
We have acquired and commenced the operating lease of a newly manufactured helicopter designated for the maintenance of offshore wind farms in Europe.
As the global shift toward renewable energy accelerates, offshore wind power is increasingly recognized as a key sustainable energy source with minimal environmental impact. In this context, the development of reliable transportation infrastructure to support such facilities is becoming ever more critical.
This investment represents a strategic convergence of our core focus areas: renewable energy and aviation. We remain committed to driving future-oriented value creation by actively engaging in businesses that align environmental responsibility with long-term economic viability.
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21 February 2025
aviner & co. to promote eVTOL for EMS operations in Japan and Taiwan
We have entered into an agreement with ERC System to promote their eVTOL which is currently under development.
This electric vehicle is dedicated to EMS (Emergency Medical Services) operations, will be more cost-effective than a helicopter and faster than an ambulance.
This collaboration will strengthen our contribution to Sustainable Development Goals and to create long-term value for the society and environment.
ERC System website: https://www.erc-system.com/
23rd January, 2025
Purchase and lease back of firefighting helicopter
We have entered into a purchase and lease back transaction of a new helicopter with a European operator to be used for fire-fighting purposes.
Helicopters are attracting attention as means of combating the spread of wildfires, which have recently become more frequent in the USA and other parts of the world.
This transaction aligns with our focus on acquiring assets that contribute to the society.
28th October, 2024
Operating Leaseback of a Rescue Helicopter
We have acquired a helicopter used for search & rescue and firefighting operations in Europe and entered into a long-term operating leaseback arrangement.
We will continue to invest in aviation assets that contribute to society.
29th March, 2024
Sale arrangement of 3 x aircraft engines owned by Japanese institutional investor
A sale transaction of three aircraft engines owned by a Japanese institutional investor has been concluded.
These engines are currently on lease to a European airline and they have been sold with lease attached.
We have acted as the arranger on behalf of the Japanese investor to source the buyer and complete the sale.
Our in-house experience and expertise of trading of aircraft assets as well as technical support by our subsidiary, SGI Aviation enabled to complete this transaction successfully.
We will continue to provide services to investors by leveraging the deep knowledge and experience within the group.
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7th March2024
aviner & co. has entered into helicopter leasing business
We have acquired two newly built helicopters to be used for forest fire fighting operations in Europe. The helicopters will be leased on a long term basis to an European operator. One of the two helicopters was sold to a Japanese investor, and we will be providing asset management services.
With climate warming becoming more serious, forest fires are increasing in Europe, and the need for highly maneuverable helicopters to extinguish these fires are essential for the stability of the local communities.
We will continue to leverage the high level of expertise and many years of experience within our group to expand into socially Essential, Solid and Global business
11th November 2023
Air France - KLM announces strategic cooperation with DG Fuels
13th September 2023
Airbus announces strategic partnership with DG Fuels
aviner invested in DG Fuels in July 2023 and formed strategic partnership
28th July 2023
An article about our investment to DG Fuels LLC was published on Nikkei Newspaper
(Nikkei morning edition, 26th July)
- Japanese only -
26th July 2023
aviner & co. has invested in DG Fuels LLC (DGF), US producer of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
SAF is the next-generation aviation fuel that has been attracting attention in recent years as an effective means of reducing carbon dioxide emissions in the aviation industry.
SAF to be manufactured by DGF is made from woody biomass that do not cause food competition. The facility to be constructed in Louisiana, US will produce up to 180 million gallons of SAF per year and the produced SAF will be distributed to airlines such as Delta Airlines and Air France.
aviner & co. has worked closely with DGF as its strategic partner and representative in Japan and broader Asia to market DGF’s SAF product to off-takers in the Asia Pacific region as well as jointly studying potential production of SAF in the region.
We aim to contribute to the realization of decarbonized society in the aviation and energy sector and this investment is our first step towards our goal.
DGF Press Release: DG FUELS ANNOUNCES SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF KEY FINANCING MILESTONE - DGFuels
June 2023
Decarbonisation efforts by Mimasaka-no-kuni Electric
was published on Sanyo Newspaper
aviner is assisting Mimasaka-no-kuni Electric as Shareholder
（Japanese only）
Dec 2022
aviner has agreed with ATSG/Cargo Aircraft Management to act as sourcing agent of A321ceo, A330, B767 for cargo conversion.
https://www.atsginc.com/
Nov 2021
Exclusive mandate from a European airline is awarded for aircraft SLB and financing.
Nov 2021
Exclusive advisory mandate is awarded for an M&A deal in Japanese energy sector.