Ishka Investing in Aviation: Europe

24 March 2026, Hilton Tower Bridge London

Connect and collaborate with new and existing investors

After the roaring success of our 2025 event, we invite you to join us once more as Ishka Investing in Aviation: Europe returns for its 9th year, at the end of Q1 in London. This is the premier place where institutional investors, airlines, lessors and banks connect.

First-class speakers address the hottest industry topics, alongside unrivalled networking opportunities to faciliate building important new relationships in an informal, relaxed setting. It's our exclusive signature Ishka boutique style that sets us apart.

To invest anywhere in the capital structure, you need to understand the entire capital structure. Don’t miss the premier event dedicated to European investors in aviation finance. Register now to gain the critical insights and expertise needed to navigate industry complexities with confidence. 

Take a look below at some of the glowing reviews we had at our 2025 event and register your place today. Special earlybird discounts are available now.

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Complimentary tickets for airlines and institutional investors. Sign up today ➜

2025 ATTENDEE LIST

AAR Corp
AB CarVal
Acumen Aviation
AdviseAer
AE Industrial Partners
AELF
AELS
Aeras Aviation
AerFin
Aergo Capital
AerInvest
Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI)
AFIC
Air Caraibes Atlantiques-French Bee
Air T
Airborne Capital
Airbus Bank
ALM
Amelia
American Airlines
AMS Aircraft Services Limited
Arena Aviation
Arrowpoint Advisory
Ascend Airways
ASL Holding

August Equity
AV AirFinance
Avenue Capital
Aviator Ireland
Avionix
Avolon
BAE Systems
Bank of China
BBAM
BeauTech Power Systems
Bellinger Credit
Breakthrough Energy
Capital D
Carne Group
Castlelake
Cathay Pacific
Centrus Aviation Capital
Claveaux Consulting
Clifford Chance LLP
Clyde & Co
Coller Capital
Commonwealth Bank of Australia
Condor
Coopman
Copilot Capital
Crédit Agricole CIB

Crestone Air Partners
DBJ Europe
Dedienne Aerospace
Deloitte
Department for Transport
Deucalion Aviation
Deutsche Bank
Doric
Dunas Capital
Dunraven Capital Partners
easyJet
EBRD
Egaria
EIF
Eirtech Aviation Services
Embraer
Ethiopian Airlines
European Commission
EY
Falko
FEXCO PACE
Fidera
Finkr Ventures
Finnair
FIREFLY
Fly4 Airlines
flydubai

Flyertech
FlyFAST Airlines
Flyward
FlyWestaf
Fourier Asset Management
FPG Amentum
Freshstream
Future Energy Global
Garston Capital Partners
Genesis
Global Crossing Airlines
GOAL Aircraft Leasing
Goldman Sachs
Grant Thornton
Hanwha Aviation
Hawksmoor Investment Management
HCOB Aviation Capital
HCOB Hamburg Commercial Bank
HG Capital
High Ridge Aviation
Holland & Knight
Horizon Executive Search
HPS Investment Partners
IAT Leasing
impact
INAV LLC
Investec

Itasca
Itochu
ITS Aero
Jackson Square Aviation
JETNET
JetSky Airways
JP Morgan
Kite LLC
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
KPMG
KPMG Sustainable Futures
Kroll
leasepoint
Legal & General IM
Lesbroussart Services Family Office
Lethron Investments
LGS
Lincoln Private Investment
Lobo Leasing
Loganair
LR AirFinance
Macquarie
MGG Investment Group
Mount Street
Muzinich
NATIXIS
Natwest

Norton Rose Fulbright
Novus Aviation Capital
Nozton Advisors
OAG
ORBIS
Oriel
ORIX Aviation
Owl Private Office
Oxford Economics
PACE
PAFS Ireland
PIC Capital
Pillsbury Law
PK AirFinance
PwC Ireland
Raymond James
Reichmuth & Co
Rennes School Of Business
Rolls Royce & Partners Finance
Royal Jordanian
Rule of 40
Sequioa Investment Managers
Sergio Sánchez Navas
SES
Shard Capital
Shell
Signal Capital Partners

Sirius Aviation Capital
SKY Leasing
SKYWORKS
SMBC
Smith Gambrell Russell
Société Générale CIB
Standard Chartered
SunExpress Airlines
TAC Index
TGIS Aviation
Triton Investment Advisors
TrueNoord
Trustmoore Ireland
TUI Group
UMB Bank
Unical Aviation
Vedder Price
VietJet
Virgin Atlantic
Vistra
volofin
Walkers
Watson Farley & Williams
Waverton Investment Management
Weybourne Limited
WFW
White Oak Aviation

NEW FOR 2026



Forums: Invite-only forums for airlines and investors as well as a series of open forums focusing on key themes such as consolidation, syndication and risk. Go deeper on carefully curated topics in private, pre-registered sessions with market leading experts. Participants must be registered in advance due to limited places, which also ensures the most productive networking and learning experience.

Asset Spotlight Stage: Discover emerging opportunities across Helicopters and Regional Jets, with sessions focusing on investment theses and growing portfolio value.

Introducing the Ishka Accelerator
: A brand-new training programme designed for airlines, investors and rising professionals eager to master the fundamentals of aviation finance and aircraft leasing. Taught by leading experts and market practitioners, it is also chance to network with mentors and peers alike.

Interested in finding out more? Contact team@ishkaglobal.com.

ISHKA FORUMS



Airline Fleet Forum: Managing Renewals. With new aircraft deliveries delayed and maintenance costs rising, airlines are rethinking how and when to renew their fleets. Join this closed-door forum to hear how other carriers are balancing fleet flexibility, cost, and long-term planning.

Airline Treasury Forum: Cashflow Flexibility
. Airlines face growing pressure to manage liquidity amid high rates, currency volatility and shifting demand. Hear directly from other treasury teams on how they are safeguarding cashflows, securing financing and adapting to tighter credit conditions.

Investor Forum: Midlife vs New
. As supply constraints persist, investors must balance yield, liquidity and depreciation risk across asset ages. This session compares strategies and explores where capital can be most effectively deployed in 2026.

Consolidation Forum
. Mergers, portfolio sales and integrations are transforming the market. Join this forum to understand how consolidation is reshaping competition and valuations, and where new partnership opportunities are emerging.

Aviation Syndication Forum
. Collaboration between banks and alternative lenders is evolving fast. Explore how new syndication models are unlocking liquidity, spreading risk and creating fresh opportunities for investors.

     
2025 TESTIMONIALS 

"I found the speakers to be more open and honest about what's going on at this event than others I've been to. The topics weren't just repeated soundbites and the panel hosts were great at asking great questions and teasing out good responses. It was also a colourful event with more energy than other events I've been to." — Managing Director, TGIS Aviation Ltd

"An extremely well organised event with a good variety of panel topics and speakers from all parts of the industry. The set-up and size of the conference allows delegates to move efficiently between the conference room where the panels are held and the networking areas which themselves offer a very inclusive set-up making it much easier to network. Congrats to the Ishka team for a really well run event." — VP Investor Relations, Falko

"Ishka London has become a must attend on our calendar. It has excellent content, a strong investor presence and very good networking opportunities. You can see the thought and preparation that has gone into the agenda which appeals to us, as attendees." — Senior Manager, PAFS Ireland Ltd

"Thoroughly recommend the Ishka London event. It was well attended with senior decision makers, the topics and panel discussions were informative and relevant. The location and venue worked well. The app worked well too." — Senior Business Development Director, ITS

“Fantastic event, venue was excellent, better attendance than last year so this event is going from strength to strength. It ticks all the boxes for a quality event and is run very well." —Marketing & Pre-Sales, Leasepoint

"A first-class, focussed and professional event with extensive opportunities for networking with likeminded industry executives." — Head of Marketing, AMS

“A fantastic event full of relevant and interesting content providing excellent networking opportunities with industry leaders." — CEO, AdviseAer

"Excellent content and formats. I don't often, if ever, sit down to listen to the speakers at conferences, and this one event was well worth the effort." — EVP Portfolio, High Ridge Aviation

"Great event - panels were well thought through and a great mix of attendees." — MD, Transportation Finance, Standard Chartered

"Very interesting speakers which I made a point to see, instead of spending all my time in the networking area." — Partner, Finkr

"It was a useful event with a great list of attendees." — Head of Alternative Investments Dunas Capital Asset Management

"Very well organised, well attended, and a very good all-round event." — MD Centrus, Aviation Capital

"Great event where the money meets the metal!" — Managing Director, GOAL Aircraft Leasing

“Opportunity to learn something new about aviation finance." — Finance Graduate, easyJet

"Great event and colleagues." — Director, Kroll

“Great conference with panels discussing current topics and in depth.” — Director, Airbus Bank

"An outstandingly well organised and curated event with a diverse range of speakers for every panel discussion providing a holistic view of each topic. Ishka staff were outstandingly helpful at the venue."

"Great forum for learning and understanding the complexity of the aircraft lease finance and investing world. Very educational for a first time attendee, from outside the leasing community. Also grateful to all the help and advice provided by the Ishka Team - much appreciated." — Head of BD - Airlines & Aftermarket, BAE Systems

"An excellent event! From the engaging content to the inspiring speakers, every aspect was first class. The exceptional networking opportunities allowed me to connect with industry leaders and peers, making the event truly valuable." — Senior Fund Accountant, Falko

"Insightful conference addressing the most important pieces for aviation. Amazing event and excellent people to meet." — Sustainability Commercial Manager, Cathay

Join us the following day

Ishka Horizon

25 March, Hilton Tower Bridge London

The next generation of aviation needs investment today. For the disruptors, there is an unprecedented opportunity. For the incumbents, significant risks loom so agility is critical. From new propulsion aircraft, to derisking SAF investment, regulatory developments and more, Ishka Horizon is a forward look at the most credible and likely evolutions in commercial aviation. Understand when and how the hypothetical becomes reality – and navigate your business into the next era of commercial aviation.

Event websiteVIEW AGENDA

DEI & Sustainability

Ishka is committed to deliver an international portfolio of events which is environmentally sustainable, economically and socially responsible and to play our part to pave the way for diversity, equity and inclusion within aviation finance. As such, we are eager to facilitate and promote diversity of culture, gender, age, orientation and experience at our events both as speakers and delegates.

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