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About GMT Global Republic Aviation Closing complex aircraft transactions is what we do best. Sellers of commercial aircraft enjoy working with GMT Global Republic Aviation because we embrace unusual and challenging deals featuring a wide variety of aircraft. As an active investor in commercial aircraft for 20-plus years, GMT Global has acquired more than 100 aircraft valued at greater than $1 billion. We have acquired a wide range of aircraft types and have leased them to airlines around the world. GMT Global takes a long-term view of an investment and adds value through a combination of dedicated personnel, support services, financial resources, and active lease management. As a vested stakeholder, GMT Global has achieved consistent success by developing creative solutions to difficult and complex aircraft transactions and by enhancing value for all stakeholders. We are a wholly owned subsidiary of Republic Financial Corporation, a private investment firm with more than four decades experience in private investing. In addition to aviation assets, Republic Financial invests in distressed commercial debt and middle-market operating companies in a wide range of industries. Our Investment Approach We focus on the acquisition of a wide range of commercial aircraft types on lease to airlines based around the world. Our investment approach is straightforward: Once we choose to pursue a transaction, we commit the expertise and resources necessary to ensure a timely closing. Transactions in which we have created maximum value for sellers have been characterized by: Niche or uncommon aircraft types Wide-body or narrow-body aircraft Focus on the secondary market for middle-aged or older vintage aircraft Various lessee jurisdictions Complicated ownership structures Consideration for stub-lease transactions Complex transactions requiring significant due diligence The GMT Global team works with aircraft lessors, airlines, financial institutions, advisors, attorneys, trustees, and institutional lenders. Our unique blend of professionals makes it possible to source, identify and evaluate a wide variety of aviation assets.
Experience Types of Aircraft For more than 20 years, GMT Global has owned the following types of aviation assets: Airbus A320 A330 A340 Boeing B737 B757 B767 B727 Others E190 DC-8 DC-9 DC-10 Various Engines Customers Worldwide GMT Global has leased aircraft to airlines around the globe, including companies headquartered in the highlighted areas below: www.gmt-aviation.com
What Makes Us Different? 40 Years in Business / 20 Years in Aviation Since our inception, GMT Global has acquired more than 100 aircraft valued in excess of $1 billion Significant Internal Competencies Multi-disciplined, tightly integrated internal resources, including origination, remarketing, technical, legal and lease management Diverse Aviation Asset Ownership Experience Proven track record of acquiring a wide range of aviation assets Unique Capital Partnerships Strong proprietary relationships with a variety of capital providers Expertise to Undertake Complex Transactions Skills to create value-added strategies for existing owners of aviation assets Flexibility & Creativity Ongoing commitment with flexible exit and liquidity options. Structures that work for all relevant constituents Ability to Recognize and Add Value for all Parties Expertise to see value in all Aircraft and Engine asset classes
GMT Global Republic Aviation GMT Global acquires Aircraft and Engines through direct purchases from financial owners and/or sale-leaseback transactions with airlines. From single aircraft to larger aircraft portfolios Typical transaction size of $10 - $100 million, funded through a blend of senior debt and equity Will consider all aircraft vintages but specialize in secondary aircraft 8 to 15 years old Specialize in complex deals requiring rigorous due diligence to add value for counterparties Transactions have included a wide range of aircraft types from a variety of manufacturers, leased to airlines around the world Direct Purchases of Secondary Aircraft and Engines Strategic sales Complex assets that may be illsuited for current ownership s attentions Opportunities to enhance longterm value through remarketing or part-out programs Airline Sale-Leasebacks Assist operators in focusing on their core operations Provide liquidity to airlines and enable them to more easily make fleet transitions Portfolio Purchases Bring creativity to large-scale transaction structuring Evaluate each aircraft and perform detailed due diligence to refine attention on selected individual aircraft or the entire portfolio Stub-Lease Acquisitions Deliver value to sellers concerned about end-of-lease remarketing risk Enable opportunity for GMT to enhance value through redelivery program management Further value can be unlocked through ultimate remarketing or part-out programs www.gmt-aviation.com
Founded in 1971, Republic Financial Corporation is a private investor with a diverse portfolio of operating companies and assets. The company has three core business disciplines: Special Assets, Portfolio Companies and Commercial Aviation. Special Assets invests in distressed commercial debt, and distressed companies and projects. Portfolio Companies include mid-market investments and growth opportunities in a wide range of industries. Our Commercial Aviation division, GMT Global Republic Aviation, acquires, leases, and manages commercial aircraft assets. We are committed to providing the capital, expertise, and resources necessary to close each and every transaction in a timely manner. Republic has achieved consistent success for over 40 years by developing creative solutions to difficult and complex business situations and by enhancing value for stakeholders. For more information, visit www.republic-financial.com. www.gmt-aviation.com Main office: GMT Global Republic Aviation 48 Upper Baggot Street Dublin 4, Ireland Phone + 353 1 210 3475 U.S. office: GMT U.S. Republic Aviation 5251 DTC Parkway, Suite 300 Greenwood Village Colorado 80111 Phone +1 303 751 3501 www.republic-financial.com