1. MUFG secured a $750 million credit facility for Willis Mitsui & Co. Engine Support. 2. This facility is the first for the joint venture between Willis and Mitsui. 3. MUFG took key roles as Structuring Agent and Joint Lead Arranger. 4. The credit will enhance WMES's financial flexibility and support growth strategies. 5. This deal indicates confidence in MUFG's aviation finance capabilities.
The successful closing of the $750 million facility shows MUFG's strong positioning in aviation finance, indicating potential for recurring revenue and strengthened client relationships.
This significant credit facility reflects MUFG's strategic initiatives and capability in a growing market segment, likely to create investor interest and positive market movements.
The credit facility underpins WMES's growth strategy, which is expected to create financial benefits over years as the joint venture expands its operations.
NEW YORK, Nov. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the 10 largest global financial groups, proudly announces the successful closing of a $750 million senior secured revolving credit facility (RCF) supporting Willis Mitsui & Co. Engine Support Limited, a joint venture (JV) between Willis Lease Finance Corporation and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. This marks Willis Mitsui & Co. Engine Support Limited inaugural revolving credit facility and a landmark transaction for MUFG's aviation finance franchise.
MUFG acted as the Structuring Agent, Administrative Agent, Joint Lead Arranger, and Joint Bookrunner. The facility will primarily support WMES's ongoing acquisition, leasing, and trading of engines.
"MUFG is pleased to have led and supported Willis Mitsui & Co. Engine Support Limited to put together their inaugural RCF. We look forward to seeing the growth of this JV over the coming years," said Aqmar Chowdhury, Director, Aviation Origination for the Americas.
"We are extremely pleased with the successful completion of this new revolving credit facility, which strengthens our financial flexibility and demonstrates the continued confidence our lenders have in our joint venture," said Hagen S. Disch, Treasurer of WLFC.
"We are thrilled to announce a new credit facility for WMES as we focus on expanding our strategic growth initiatives," said Akira Kaido, Chairperson and Director of WMES. "This announcement closely follows the close of our acquisition of Willis Mitsui & Co. Asset Management Limited in June, and this credit agreement will help us capitalize on new opportunities with agility and strength."
Willis Mitsui & Co. Engine Support, which is 50% owned by WLFC and 50% owned by Mitsui, was established in 2011 and is headquartered in Dublin.
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