Hanwha Aviation has closed a “large, syndicated senior debt facility” with KEB Hana Bank, the commercial aircraft engine lessor shared on LinkedIn on August 8, 2025. The facility supports its ongoing portfolio growth, focussing on CFM56, V2500, and LEAP engine platforms.
KEB Bank was the sole lead arranger, with KEB Hana Bank and KEXIM Global (Singapore) being the lenders.
“Hanwha Aviation continues to make significant investment into narrow-body engine assets and portfolio growth, while executing the vertically integrated asset management strategy,” said Hanwha Aviation CEO Jeff Lewis. "This transaction emphasises the confidence that KEB Hana Bank and KEXIM Global (Singapore) has in Hanwha Aviation’s vision and ability to perform.”
An official for KEB Hana Bank commented: “As the global aviation industry embarks on a new phase of growth, Hanwha Aviation’s market entry is poised to inject renewed momentum into the sector. KEB Hana Bank is proud to have arranged the company’s inaugural syndicated loan for engine financing and remains committed to serving as a key financial partner as Hanwha Aviation pursues its ambitious vision to become a leading force in the global aviation market.”