ABL Aviation receives two awards at the Aviation Achievement Awards 2025
DUBAI, UAE – African Media Agency – 11 March 2025 – In a significant recognition at the prestigious Aviation Achievement Awards 2025, ABL Aviation, part of ABL Corporation group, has been honored with not one, but two esteemed awards. The company proudly received the 'Aircraft Leasing Company of the Year' and the 'Innovative Aviation Finance Deal of the Year' accolades, securing its position as a leader in the aircraft leasing industry and marking a double win that highlights its commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability.
David Taylor, Chief Operating Officer and Head of Middle East, based in ABL Corporation Dubai office, represented ABL Aviation at the event, expressing deep gratitude and outlining the firm's future-focused strategies after receiving the awards. 'I am profoundly honored to receive these awards, on behalf of ABL aviation, which not only recognize our commitment to innovation and sustainability but also reinforce our role as a pioneering force in the aircraft leasing industry,' Taylor commented. 'This achievement is a testament to our team's hard work and our unwavering dedication to providing independent client-centric solutions', he added.
The ceremony, held in the vibrant city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, was attended by prominent figures from the travel and aviation sectors, celebrating achievements that push the boundaries of what is possible in aviation finance and leasing.
ABL Aviation's award for the Innovative Aviation Finance Deal of the Year was notably earned through a $400 million financing facility commitment to Embraer in support of E-Jet E2 program. Leveraging ABL's expansive investor network, innovative financial models, and expertise in closing complex cross-border transactions and Embraer's cutting-edge aviation technology and a delivery timeline which currently outpaces competitors by four-to-five years, this groundbreaking deal yields significant benefits for investors and airlines alike.
These recognitions celebrate ABL Aviation's remarkable achievements within the industry and its continuous investment in the region. 'As we continue to expand our operations and enhance our service offerings, these awards fuel our motivation to innovate further and continue redefining the standards of our industry. We look forward to forging new paths and achieving greater successes in the years to come,' said Ali Ben Lmadani, Founder and CEO of ABL Corporation.
The event was a celebration of ABL Aviation's current successes and a look forward to its bright future in a rapidly evolving global market. With a clear focus on sustainability and client satisfaction, ABL Aviation is set to continue its trajectory as the independent and global asset manager of choice for investors and airline partners globally.
About ABL Aviation
ABL Aviation is an independent aircraft investment management firm, renowned for its excellence, innovation, and commitment to sustainability in the aviation leasing industry. As part of the ABL Corporation group, ABL Aviation specializes in delivering tailored, value-driven leasing solutions that align with the unique goals of its partners. With a strategic presence in Dublin, New York, Casablanca, Hong Kong, Dubai, and Tokyo, ABL Aviation combines global reach with unmatched agility, ensuring flexibility, transparency, and efficiency in every transaction. By 2024, the firm successfully completed 94 aircraft transactions and deployed $5.9 billion in capital, further solidifying its position as a trusted, innovation-oriented partner in aircraft leasing and investment management.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Gulf Insider
6 days ago
- Gulf Insider
e& UAE Sets World Record With 600Mbps Uplink
e& UAE has set a world-record uplink speed of 600Mbps on a live 5G network, solidifying the UAE's leadership in next-generation connectivity. The record was set using FR1 band aggregation at 2100MHz and C-band, along with Uplink 3Tx (three transmit antennas), and tested on a commercial Customer Premises Equipment (CPE) device. The setup is fully compliant with 3GPP Release 17 standards, a key foundation of the 5G-Advanced technology roadmap. Abdulrahman Al Humaidan, Vice President/Fixed Access Network at e& UAE, said: 'e& UAE's world-record 600Mbps uplink speed is a strategic move forward, stimulating the global tech landscape with a new era of hyper-fast, uplink-driven digital innovation. 'This isn't just a technological breakthrough, it's a launchpad for businesses and individuals to reshape the digital world, cementing the UAE as a global tech leader.' Why Uplink Speed Matters More Than Ever While much of the early 5G focus has been on download speeds, uplink capacity is increasingly critical for modern digital applications. The 600Mbps uplink milestone opens the door to a new generation of uplink-heavy use cases, from real-time drone surveillance and smart city video analytics, to immersive cloud-hosted AR/VR, and instant 8K video uploads for content creators. Enterprises will benefit from real-time data uploads from smart factories, logistics hubs, and IoT networks—fueling AI-driven automation and predictive analytics. Content creators can instantly stream or upload ultra-HD videos to platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Twitch. Gamers will enjoy lag-free cloud gaming, and smart homes will operate more seamlessly with rapid uploads of IoT data and high-def video. Virtual event hosts and user-generated AR experiences will become more interactive, responsive, and engaging. Built on the latest 3GPP Release 17, this deployment integrates enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB) and ultra-reliable low-latency communications (URLLC), showcasing how 5G-Advanced is evolving to meet the demands of a fully connected world. With this achievement, e& UAE has set a global benchmark for uplink performance in the FR1 spectrum, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in real-world 5G deployments. Also read: UAE: Two School Buses Crash In Sharjah; 13 Students Among 14 Injured
Trade Arabia
04-06-2025
- Trade Arabia
AD Ports, key firms eye e-methanol bunkering facility in Kezad
AD Ports Group, a leading facilitator of global trade, logistics, and industry, has signed a collaboration agreement with Masdar, Advario and the CMA CGM Group to explore the feasibility for the development of a state-of-the-art e-methanol bunkering and export facility at Khalifa Port and Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – Kezad Group. The project will provide critical infrastructure to complete the supply value chain and bridge commercial e-methanol production with key off-takers, such as CMA CGM, in support of accelerating the decarbonisation of the global shipping industry. The agreement also reinforces the UAE-France strategic partnership, fostered through the High-Level Business Council held annually between both countries, further leveraging mobilisation of the private sectors to deliver sustainable economic development and partnerships. Saif Al Mazrouei, Chief Executive Officer- Ports Cluster, AD Ports Group, said: 'The signing of this agreement marks an important milestone in our journey towards creating a more sustainable and environmentally responsible maritime industry. The development of an e-methanol bunkering and export facility in Khalifa Port will not only support the growth of the shipping industry, but also contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions and the promotion of clean energy sources. We are proud of this partnership with distinguished corporations, and are confident to make a positive impact on the environment and the economy." Dr Faye Al Hersh, Head of Green Hydrogen Business Development (UAE), Masdar, said: 'Green hydrogen and its derivatives, such as e-methanol, are pivotal in decarbonising hard-to-abate sectors like shipping, helping drive the global shift toward net zero. With over 80 percent of global trade transported by sea, fostering strategic partnerships is essential to establishing robust green hydrogen value chains and ensuring a more sustainable maritime industry. E-methanol has the potential to revolutionise the shipping sector by offering a viable pathway to significantly cut emissions. By collaborating with AD Ports Group, Advario and CMA CGM, we are strengthening the UAE's position as a leader in sustainable innovation and making meaningful strides towards a cleaner, greener future.' Bas Verkooijen, Advario CEO, said: "At Advario, we are committed to supporting the energy transition through innovation and collaboration. We are pleased to be partnering with Masdar, AD Ports Group, and CMA CGM to assess the feasibility of developing innovative solutions that will drive long-term, sustainable progress for the maritime industry. 'This partnership not only strengthens our position in the UAE's chemicals and new energy sectors, but it also underlines our commitment to working alongside our customers and partners to accelerate the decarbonisation of critical industries." Christine Cabau Woehrel, Executive Vice President for Assets and Operations, CMA CGM Group, said: 'At CMA CGM, we are accelerating the decarbonation of shipping by investing in low-carbon solutions, with a fleet of more than 153 vessels capable of using low-carbon energies and synthetic fuels such as e-methanol operational by 2029. This collaboration marks a key milestone in developing the necessary infrastructure to scale up sustainable fuels, which are strategic for our industry's energy transition.' The collaboration agreement follows a memorandum of understanding signed in 2023 between AD Ports Group and Masdar to explore the development of a green hydrogen hub within KEZAD. Last year, Masdar also signed a strategic supply partnership with CMA CGM to assess the long-term provision of green maritime fuels for the company's fleet.
Trade Arabia
04-06-2025
- Trade Arabia
AD Ports, key firms eyes e-methanol bunkering facility in Kezad
AD Ports Group, a leading facilitator of global trade, logistics, and industry, has signed a collaboration agreement with Masdar, Advario and the CMA CGM Group to explore the feasibility for the development of a state-of-the-art e-methanol bunkering and export facility at Khalifa Port and Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – Kezad Group. The project will provide critical infrastructure to complete the supply value chain and bridge commercial e-methanol production with key off-takers, such as CMA CGM, in support of accelerating the decarbonisation of the global shipping industry. The agreement also reinforces the UAE-France strategic partnership, fostered through the High-Level Business Council held annually between both countries, further leveraging mobilisation of the private sectors to deliver sustainable economic development and partnerships. Saif Al Mazrouei, Chief Executive Officer- Ports Cluster, AD Ports Group, said: 'The signing of this agreement marks an important milestone in our journey towards creating a more sustainable and environmentally responsible maritime industry. The development of an e-methanol bunkering and export facility in Khalifa Port will not only support the growth of the shipping industry, but also contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions and the promotion of clean energy sources. We are proud of this partnership with distinguished corporations, and are confident to make a positive impact on the environment and the economy." Dr Faye Al Hersh, Head of Green Hydrogen Business Development (UAE), Masdar, said: 'Green hydrogen and its derivatives, such as e-methanol, are pivotal in decarbonising hard-to-abate sectors like shipping, helping drive the global shift toward net zero. With over 80 percent of global trade transported by sea, fostering strategic partnerships is essential to establishing robust green hydrogen value chains and ensuring a more sustainable maritime industry. E-methanol has the potential to revolutionise the shipping sector by offering a viable pathway to significantly cut emissions. By collaborating with AD Ports Group, Advario and CMA CGM, we are strengthening the UAE's position as a leader in sustainable innovation and making meaningful strides towards a cleaner, greener future.' Bas Verkooijen, Advario CEO, said: "At Advario, we are committed to supporting the energy transition through innovation and collaboration. We are pleased to be partnering with Masdar, AD Ports Group, and CMA CGM to assess the feasibility of developing innovative solutions that will drive long-term, sustainable progress for the maritime industry. 'This partnership not only strengthens our position in the UAE's chemicals and new energy sectors, but it also underlines our commitment to working alongside our customers and partners to accelerate the decarbonisation of critical industries." Christine Cabau Woehrel, Executive Vice President for Assets and Operations, CMA CGM Group, said: 'At CMA CGM, we are accelerating the decarbonation of shipping by investing in low-carbon solutions, with a fleet of more than 153 vessels capable of using low-carbon energies and synthetic fuels such as e-methanol operational by 2029. This collaboration marks a key milestone in developing the necessary infrastructure to scale up sustainable fuels, which are strategic for our industry's energy transition.' The collaboration agreement follows a memorandum of understanding signed in 2023 between AD Ports Group and Masdar to explore the development of a green hydrogen hub within KEZAD. Last year, Masdar also signed a strategic supply partnership with CMA CGM to assess the long-term provision of green maritime fuels for the company's fleet.
