CDB Aviation, a wholly owned Irish subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing (CDB Leasing), delivered three Boeing 737-8 aircraft to its existing customer, Calgary-based carrier WestJet.
These latest technology 737-8 aircraft will strengthen WestJet’s narrowbody fleet, delivering greater fuel efficiency and providing affordable and flexible air travel options for the airline’s guests, including satellite-supported WiFi.
“We’ve built a strong partnership with the WestJet team since the inaugural transaction between our companies in 2020,” Luís da Silva, head of commercial, the Americas at CDB Aviation, said. “To date, we have financed and leased a total of 13 737-8 aircraft which support this strong and growing Canadian airline.”
Canada’s western home carrier will deploy the 737-8 aircraft as part of its ongoing fleet expansion process in tandem with its affordable cost structure as a key accelerator of its growth strategy.
“CDB Aviation is a valued partner of WestJet. The relationship enables WestJet to continue our momentum driving our growth strategy,” Jennifer Bue, senior vice president, treasurer of WestJet, said.
“CDB Aviation values our expanding relationship with WestJet and we are pleased to be able to support their fleet expansion in an environmentally friendly manner, as we deliver these three additional fuel-efficient 737-8 aircraft directly from our orderbook,” da Silva said.
