SMBC Aviation Capital upsizes revolving credit facility to $3bn

• Revolving credit facility increased from US$1.1bn to US$3bn

• Further strengthens the Company’s liquidity position and financial flexibility, reinforcing SMBC Aviation Capital’s investment-grade credit profile

• Broad participation from a diverse group of 22 financial institutions globally

Dublin, 9 July 2026: SMBC Aviation Capital, the leading global aviation finance platform, today announced that it has successfully upsized its unsecured revolving credit facility (RCF) from US$1.1 billion to US$3 billion. The upsized RCF is comprised of a diversified global syndicate of 22 financial institutions from across North America, Asia, Middle East and Europe. This transaction complements the Company’s existing credit facilities by deepening its access to liquidity, enhancing its financial flexibility and strengthening its overall financial position.

The transaction represents a significant expansion of SMBC Aviation Capital’s core banking group, with 16 new financial institutions participating in the facility. The scale of the facility and support from the global banking community underscores the demand for access to a high quality and market leading player such as SMBC Aviation Capital

Commenting on the transaction, Aisling Kenny, Chief Financial Officer of SMBC Aviation Capital, said:

“The successful upsizing of our revolving credit facility marks an important milestone for SMBC Aviation Capital. The strong support from both existing and new banking partners highlights the depth of confidence in our business model and credit profile. The expanded facility enhances our financial flexibility and positions us well to continue executing on our growth strategy while further strengthening our global banking relationships.”

For more information please contact:

Media:

Dara O’Sullivan, SMBC Aviation Capital         +353 86 021 0135

Richard Webster-Smith, FGS Global               +44 7796 708 551

Richard Crowley, FGS Global                          +44 7387 257 394

Investors:

Conor O’Sullivan, SMBC Aviation Capital        +353 86 173 0599

Kevin Johnston, SMBC Aviation Capital           +353 86 047 4929

Shane St Ledger, SMBC Aviation Capital          +353 86 173 0599

Note to Editors

ABOUT SMBC AVIATION CAPITAL:

SMBC Aviation Capital is the leading global aviation finance platform, servicing a fleet of 1700 aircraft with 170 airlines globally. 

Benefiting from the strong support of its shareholders Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group and Sumitomo Corporation, SMBC Aviation Capital has a high-quality global airline customer base with an owned portfolio comprising 80% new technology aircraft (by net book value). SMBC Aviation Capital has a strong capital position and holds an A- and BBB+ rating with S&P and Fitch respectively, reflecting the long-term strength of its business. 

For more information, please visit: https://www.smbc.aero/

Aisling Kenny, Chief Financial Officer of SMBC Aviation Capital