Dubai Aerospace Enterprise Reports Strong Growth in 2025
Overview of DAE’s Business Transactions
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd, a prominent player in global aviation services, recently shared its financial update for the fiscal year ended in 2025. This year has marked substantial growth for the company, showcasing its position within the aviation sector.
Key Developments in DAE Capital
Major Acquisitions and Aircraft Transactions
In a significant move, DAE finalized the acquisition of Nordic Aviation Capital, a deal valued at $2.0 billion. This strategic acquisition expanded DAE’s portfolio, leading to the addition of 280 aircraft to its holdings, comprising 261 owned and 19 managed aircraft.
The company also made notable sales, parting with 112 aircraft—comprising 95 owned and 17 managed. Further strengthening its lease agreements, DAE signed 273 contracts during the year, which included both extensions and amendments. Of these agreements, 227 pertained to owned aircraft while 46 were related to managed fleets.
In addition, DAE completed a sale and leaseback agreement with United Airlines, involving 10 Boeing 737-9 aircraft. This was complemented by placing 10 Boeing 737-8 aircraft on long-term lease with AJet. The company also engaged in financing activities, pricing a $610 million two-tranche aircraft Asset-Backed Security (ABS) for a client.
Progress in DAE Engineering
Achievements and Capacity Expansion
DAE Engineering marked an impressive year, logging over 1.8 million man-hours and carrying out more than 320 aircraft checks. The division supported over 60 airline customers across more than 30 countries spanning five continents.
In a significant enhancement of its operational capabilities, DAE Engineering inaugurated a new five-bay hangar, increasing its capacity by 30%. This expansion positions DAE Engineering as the leading independent airframe Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) service provider in the region.
Financial Performance and Market Position
Financing and Outlook
Throughout 2025, DAE successfully raised $3.9 billion in debt financing, with a weighted average maturity of 5.3 years. The company expanded its financial strategies by accessing the sukuk market, issuing a $650 million five-year benchmark bond.
Additionally, DAE received a positive outlook rating from KBRA, indicating strong investor confidence in the company’s financial health.
Leadership Commentary
Firoz Tarapore, the CEO of DAE, shared his insights regarding the company’s performance. He remarked on the year as a defining one for DAE, emphasizing the company’s continued global growth and its position as a leading aviation services corporation. Underlining the progress in fleet size, he noted that DAE Capital ended the year with a 35% increase in its fleet, placing it among the top five global aircraft lessors by fleet count.
About Dubai Aerospace Enterprise
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd stands out as a globally recognized aviation services corporation with two main divisions: DAE Capital and DAE Engineering. Headquartered in Dubai, the company caters to over 200 airline customers across 80 countries, operating through six offices located in Dubai, Dublin, Amman, Singapore, Miami, and Seattle.
DAE Capital is well-regarded in the industry as an award-winning aircraft lessor, with a portfolio comprising approximately 750 Airbus, ATR, and Boeing aircraft valued at around $23 billion. On the other hand, DAE Engineering provides MRO services to clients in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia from its advanced facility in Amman, Jordan, which can accommodate up to 22 aircraft. The division is authorized to service 15 aircraft types and has regulatory approvals from over 30 different aviation regulators worldwide.
For further information, DAE invites interested parties to explore their website at www.dubaiaerospace.com.
Contact Information
For media inquiries, please reach out to:
Omar Alziri
+971 4 428 9554
press.office@dubaiaerospace.com
For investor relations, contact:
Deion McCarthy
+971 4 428 9576
investorrelations@dubaiaerospace.com
This press release is intended for informational purposes only and does not offer tax, legal, or investment advice.
