01 Oct 2026
#1 October 2026: Irish Aircraft Leasing Newsletter
CDB Aviation Delivers First Boeing 737-8 To Norwegian
CDB Aviation has delivered the first of four Boeing 737-8 aircraft to Norwegian under lease agreements signed in December 2024. The delivery marks CDB Aviation’s first aircraft placement with the carrier and supports Norwegian’s ongoing fleet modernisation programme.
Avolon Agrees Sale Of 33-Aircraft Portfolio To Lesha Bank
Avolon has agreed to sell a portfolio of 33 commercial aircraft, currently leased to 25 airlines, to Qatar-based Lesha Bank. Following completion, Lesha Aviation Services will manage the portfolio, increasing its managed fleet to more than 75 aircraft.
EirTrade Aviation Achieves AFRA Diamond Certification At Knockc
EirTrade Aviation’s aircraft and engine disassembly facility at Ireland West Airport Knock has achieved AFRA KPI-Diamond certification. The accreditation recognises the facility’s application of best-practice standards in aircraft dismantling and recycling.
Acumen’s Take
On CDB Aviation And Norwegian
CDB Aviation’s first 737-8 delivery to Norwegian reflects the continued role of lessors in supporting airline fleet renewal. New-generation narrowbody aircraft remain central to improving efficiency and providing operators with greater fleet flexibility.
On Avolon’s Portfolio Sale
Avolon’s portfolio sale to Lesha Bank demonstrates continued institutional interest in leased commercial aircraft. Transactions of this scale also underline the importance of active portfolio management and capital recycling within large leasing platforms.
On EirTrade Aviation’s AFRA Certification
EirTrade’s certification highlights the growing importance of structured aircraft end-of-life management within the wider asset lifecycle. Disassembly, used serviceable material and asset recovery are increasingly relevant to lessors seeking to maximise residual value and support sustainable asset management.
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