Press Release

SALE Expands European Marketing Team

10 Jul 2003

Singapore Aircraft Leasing Enterprise (SALE) has further expanded its European aircraft leasing team, with the appointment of Mr Don Healy to the position of Regional Marketing Director. Based in Dublin, Don will work alongside existing Regional Marketing Director Peter Goodman, with the two together covering the European and African continents.

Don Healy brings to SALE a wealth of experience in the global aircraft operating lease sector, having spent nine years in marketing positions with two European lessors. Most recently he was with Dublin-based Pembroke Capital, specialising in aircraft remarketing and purchase and leaseback transactions.

The addition of Don Healy brings the company's global marketing force to a total of six Regional Marketing Directors, with two each based in Asia, Europe and the Americas.

Robert Martin, Managing Director of SALE, said that the expansion of the Europe-based team reflected the significant opportunities in the region.

"With the proliferation of carriers in the low cost and charter markets, as well as increased demand for leasing products in the full-service sector, Europe represents a key focus of activity for SALE as we move forward," he said. "With Don on board we will be well positioned to take a significant share of this important market, as well as to develop our presence on the African continent."

Established in 1993, SALE has swiftly grown to become one of the world’s leading aircraft leasing companies. The company's portfolio currently comprising 54 modern aircraft, with 21 more on firm order for delivery through to 2007. SALE now has aircraft in service with 24 airlines across the globe.

For further information, please contact:
Sean Lee
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