Standard Chartered announces the successful financing of five Airbus A321neo aircraft for United Airlines
on October 17, 202513 October, London, UK and New York, US – Standard Chartered is pleased to announce the successful financing of five Airbus A321neo aircraft for United Airlines, supporting the carrier’s ongoing fleet update and efficiency strategy.
The transaction underscores the bank’s transportation finance franchise continued commitment to aviation finance and aligns with United’s ongoing addition of next-generation narrow-body aircraft with improved fuel efficiency.
Abhishek Pandey, Global Head of Transportation Finance, Standard Chartered said: “We are delighted to continue our relationship with United Airlines and support their fleet renewal with a tailored financing solution, underscoring our sustained focus on aviation finance for newer technology aircraft with improved fuel performance.”
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