Press Release

BOC Aviation Expands Asia-Pacific Marketing Team

06 May 2008

BOC Aviation has expanded its Asia-Pacific marketing team with the appointment of Mr. John Bloemen as Vice President.  Based in Singapore, Mr. Bloemen reports to Mr. Steven Townend, Chief Commercial Officer.   Following his appointment, BOC Aviation will have a team of nine marketing specialists with presence in Asia, Europe and the Americas.

Mr. Bloemen was previously with AWAS where he was Vice President of Sales based in London, United Kingdom.  He has eight years of experience in the aircraft leasing business.  A lawyer by profession, Mr. Bloemen practiced commercial law prior to joining AWAS in 1999 and is admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor in various Australian jurisdictions. 

BOC Aviation is the leading Asia-based aircraft leasing company with a portfolio of 82 modern aircraft flying with airlines worldwide. In addition, the company has 58 aircraft on firm order for delivery through to 2013.  BOC Aviation, currently with 63 staff, is embarking on its next phase of expansion and is recruiting well qualified professionals to join its dynamic team.  Positions available can be viewed at www.bocaviation.com.

BOC Aviation is 100% owned by Bank of China.