Vedder Price is pleased to announce that the firm played a key role in advising clients in three transactions that were recognized by Airline Economics at its annual “Aviation 100 Asia-Pacific Deals of the Year Awards,” which recognize the foremost aviation finance transactions in the Asia-Pacific region.

Geoffrey R. Kass, Chair of Vedder Price’s Global Transportation Finance team noted: “We are delighted to have been recognized by Airline Economics Aviation 100 Asia-Pacific Awards. This recognition is another testament to our Global Transportation Finance team’s strength and experience in the region and around the world. I am proud of every attorney that played a role in these deals.” 

Vedder Price was recognized in the following categories:

Asia-Pacific Supported Finance Deal of the Year

Vedder Price represented BNP Paribas, Singapore, in connection with the AFIC-supported financing of two Boeing 737 MAX 9s for AerDragon on operating leases to Aeromexico. The Vedder Price team consisted of Ji Woon Kim and Benavon Lee.

Asia-Pacific Editor’s Deal of the Year

Vedder Price represented the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank) in connection with the EXIM Bank-supported refinancing facility for Korean Air Lines. The Vedder Price team consisted of Jeffrey T. Veber, Ji Woon Kim, Justine L. Chilvers, Mie Miura and Benavon Lee. 

Asia-Pacific Lease Deal of the Year

Vedder Price represented Castlelake on a sale and leaseback transaction of two Boeing 787-800 and two Boeing 787-900 aircraft with award-winning low cost carrier Scoot. The Vedder Price team consisted of Bill Gibson, Greg Whillis and Benavon Lee.