ORIX Aviation has announced that it has accepted an invitation to join the Aviation Working Group (AWG), a not-for-profit entity boasting an international membership that comprises major aviation manufacturers, leasing companies and financial institutions contributing to the development of policies, laws and regulations facilitating the advancement of international aviation financing and leasing.

“It is indeed a great honour for ORIX Aviation to be invited to participate on the Aviation Working Group which is known globally as a leader in the conception and implementation of important policies and initiatives pertaining to our core business,” said James Meyler, ORIX Aviation’s Chief Executive Officer. “We look forward to adding our world leading aircraft leasing and asset manager knowledge and experience in assisting AWG in achieving its overarching industry objectives.”

On joining AWG, Dean Gerber, ORIX Aviation’s General Counsel also commented that “The AWG is a leader in the establishment and facilitation of ground-breaking projects pertaining to aircraft leasing, including the Cape Town Convention and the Global Aircraft Trading System (GATS), and ORIX Aviation is proud and pleased to join in assisting AWG with these and it’s other endeavours.”