Press Release

BOC Aviation Places Two Airbus A330-300 Aircraft With EVA Air

05 Oct 2015

BOC Aviation Pte. Ltd. (“BOC Aviation”) is pleased to announce the placement of two Airbus A330-300 aircraft on long-term lease with EVA Airways Corporation (“EVA Air”), both scheduled for delivery in 2017. This placement is in addition to two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft and twelve Airbus A321 aircraft provided to EVA Air earlier, including six A321 aircraft that have already been delivered and the remainder to be delivered over the next two years.

Robert Martin, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of BOC Aviation, said, “We are proud of our strong relationship with EVA Air, which dates back to 1994. EVA Air has entrenched its position as a leading Asian carrier and we are committed to supporting the airline in its fleet and network expansion plans.”

EVA Air President Austin Cheng said, “We are pleased to once again work with BOC Aviation in the efficient management of our fleet growth. BOC Aviation’s industry insight and expertise in delivering comprehensive fleet solutions are valuable tools for us as we continue to expand our service network and deliver an excellent product to our passengers worldwide.”

About BOC Aviation

BOC Aviation is a leading global aircraft leasing company with a portfolio of 256 owned and managed aircraft operated by 61 airlines worldwide in 30 countries, with commitments to acquire 195 aircraft, as of 30 June 2015. The Company has one of the youngest fleets in the industry with an average owned aircraft age of less than four years. BOC Aviation, owned by Bank of China, is based in Singapore with offices in Dublin, London, Seattle and Tianjin.

About EVA Air

EVA Air, a Star Alliance member, was established in 1989 as Taiwan's first privately owned international airline. It is part of the respected Evergreen Group and a sister company to global container-shipping leader Evergreen Line. It flies a fleet of close to 70 Boeing and Airbus aircraft to more than 60 international destinations throughout Asia, Oceania, Europe and North America. It has developed one of the industry’s best networks within Asia where, with just one easy stop in Taipei, travelers can connect onward to most major cities, including 29 destinations in China.

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For more information, please contact:

Kelly KANG
Tel: +65 6325 9428
[email protected]
www.bocaviation.com