THE AVIATION FINANCE INNOVATION FESTIVAL

Jul 5 - Jul 6, 2017

Clontarf Castle, Dublin

Introducing The Aviation Finance Innovation Festival
July 5th-6th, 2017, Clontarf Castle, Dublin

With special thanks to our Founding Partner

The aviation climate is changing in plain view and many airlines are responding by deferring deliveries and ‘right sizing’ their fleets. Those slow to respond will be more prone to stumbling when the next hurdle appears - a fuel spike, an exogenous shock, maybe even credit downgrades in major markets….

As we reach midpoint 2017, join us in Dublin for two days of independent, expert analysis and opinion on the latest indicators of the airline, finance and value cycles and their impact on the industry

MEET AIRLINE ATTENDEES FROM:

“More interactive than the average conference and therefore more expert opinion - great!” MD, Cabot Aviation

“The best aviation conference I’ve attended in at least a decade.” President & Chief Executive Officer, WASAYA GROUP

Of concern to lessors and investors in aircraft is the pressure on lease rates. Competition to place aircraft is high, putting pressure on rentals. Competition to acquire and invest in aircraft is also heightened, thanks to continued liquidity and lessor growth strategies, and the lowering of lease rates is one dynamic that helps to win sale and leaseback deals.

The reliance on a low interest rate environment is also significant and the spectre of portfolio impairments is never far away, while secondary markets continue to underperform. Choosing the right assets, under the right terms and at the right price, is consequently all the more important today.

How the airline, finance and value cycles interact is a critical cog in our industry and Ishka's timely gathering brings these crucial issues to the fore in collaborative and innovative session formats

"I have been attending the ISTAT, Airfinance and MRO conferences around the world for more than 5 years and I must say that it was one the best conferences I have attended.” Director, Aeronautics Fund

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Financiers	Lessors	Asset
Ishka opening video Plenary Plenary Ishka opening video × Next session: An industry review of key market signals
More information An industry review of key market signals Plenary Plenary An industry review of key market signals × Next session: Ishka game show- Drawing inspiration from "Have I got news for you"
More information Ishka game show- Drawing inspiration from "Have I got news for you" Light-hearted round up of the year’s key issues, stories and concerns, embedded in videos, data and audience response and audience interaction A round up of some of the key stories of the year • Capacity growth higher than passenger growth in key markets like Asia, coupled with airline profits and yields under continuing pressure - shape of things to come? • Consolidation • The “Wall of Money”: New Lessors, new Finance (China/Japan/Korea/Middle East etc) adding to the mix of options available to airlines and lessors • New technology coming online • The year the market turned? • The perceived lack of appeal for widebodies amongst lessors and financiers • The year of political unrest Audience Response and panel analysis Things to watch out for in 2017 and predictions from the audience and panellists • Aircraft capacity and supply: Will there be capacity discipline by airlines, financiers and OEMs? • What will happen to younger aircraft coming off lease? • Where are we in the airline profitability cycle? • Where will the financing environment head in 2017? • De risking or expansion amongst the lessors? • Will it continue to be a sellers’ market in 2017? • The rise of capital markets? Plenary Plenary Ishka game show- Drawing inspiration from "Have I got news for you" × Light-hearted round up of the year’s key issues, stories and concerns, embedded in videos, data and audience response and audience interaction A round up of some of the key stories of the year • Capacity growth higher than passenger growth in key markets like Asia, coupled with airline profits and yields under continuing pressure - shape of things to come? • Consolidation • The “Wall of Money”: New Lessors, new Finance (China/Japan/Korea/Middle East etc) adding to the mix of options available to airlines and lessors • New technology coming online • The year the market turned? • The perceived lack of appeal for widebodies amongst lessors and financiers • The year of political unrest Audience Response and panel analysis Things to watch out for in 2017 and predictions from the audience and panellists • Aircraft capacity and supply: Will there be capacity discipline by airlines, financiers and OEMs? • What will happen to younger aircraft coming off lease? • Where are we in the airline profitability cycle? • Where will the financing environment head in 2017? • De risking or expansion amongst the lessors? • Will it continue to be a sellers’ market in 2017? • The rise of capital markets? Gerry Power Chief Commercial Officer Aergo Johnny Lau CEO Astro Aircraft Leasing Ali Lmadani Partner ABL Aviation Jose Abramovici Global Head Asset Finance Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank Gerry Butler Managing Director Merx Aircraft Finance Brian Rynott Chief Investment Officer Intrepid Aviation Group Next session: Scenario planning with the economist Previous session: An industry review of key market signals
Networking break Plenary Plenary Networking break × Next session: Scenario planning with the economist Previous session: An industry review of key market signals
More information Scenario planning with the economist A unique format modelling future hypothetical situations and shocks, evaluating correlation and causation to key industry metrics and shocks Plenary Plenary Scenario planning with the economist × A unique format modelling future hypothetical situations and shocks, evaluating correlation and causation to key industry metrics and shocks Bert van Leeuwen MD Global Head Aviation Research DVB Bank Konrad Blocher Head of Strategy Goshawk Next session: Deal or no deal: Financing and pricing leases for new and existing technology Previous session: An industry review of key market signals
More information Deal or no deal: Financing and pricing leases for new and existing technology This pricing session sees industry experts go through a series of financing and leasing proposals for a hypothetical airline for an order 777 300ER and CSeries. The panel explores the key drivers behind signing deals and what needs to be done to conclude them. Plenary Plenary Deal or no deal: Financing and pricing leases for new and existing technology × This pricing session sees industry experts go through a series of financing and leasing proposals for a hypothetical airline for an order 777 300ER and CSeries. The panel explores the key drivers behind signing deals and what needs to be done to conclude them. Martin Browne Senior Marketing Manager Aergo Capital Peter Huijbers CEO China International Aviation Leasing Service Co., Ltd. Peter Watson Chief Commercial Officer Goshawk Kieran O'Keefe MD DVB Bank Richard Moody Global Head, Transportation and Head of Transport, Infrastructure, and Energy, EMEA Deutsche Bank Next session: Anticipating the cost and availability of bank financing in 2017 and beyond Previous session: An industry review of key market signals
Lunch Plenary Plenary Lunch × Next session: Anticipating the cost and availability of bank financing in 2017 and beyond Previous session: An industry review of key market signals
Financiers	Lessors	Asset
More information Anticipating the cost and availability of bank financing in 2017 and beyond • Anticipating liquidity levels, pricing, tenors and terms • To w... Plenary Plenary Anticipating the cost and availability of bank financing in 2017 and beyond × • Anticipating liquidity levels, pricing, tenors and terms • To what extent will Basel IV affect banks appetite to finance aviation assets? • Which banks will be open for business during a down turn? Eithne Manning Head of Funding, Corporate Tax and Investor Relations SMBC Aviation Capital Jose Abramovici Global Head Asset Finance Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank Joerg Schirrmacher Head of Transport Finance Helaba Michel Dembinski Managing Director, Head of Aviation - Structured Finance Office Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ (BTMU) Richard Moody Global Head, Transportation and Head of Transport, Infrastructure, and Energy, EMEA Deutsche Bank Next session: Debt funds and the rise of non-bank investors Previous session: An industry review of key market signals	More information When will the 'wall of money” end? • Are the IIRs and ROI justifying the wall of money?• A look at the of... Plenary Plenary When will the 'wall of money” end? × • Are the IIRs and ROI justifying the wall of money? • A look at the offshore aspirations of Asian investors: What assets are they chasing and how can they achieve their goals? • Are new entrants equipped to see out a market correction? • What about expertise in the secondary market? • What is driving Chinese investment into emerging markets? Paul Sheridan Acting MD Accipiter Holdings Peter Huijbers CEO China International Aviation Leasing Service Co., Ltd. Gareth Delany Ping An Aircraft Leasing Pieter Burger Partner Deloitte Ireland Next session: Managing risk and exposures: Debating the perceived risks of Widebodies	More information Anticipating the impact of new technology coming on line in a low fuel price env... • A look at orders, delivery schedules and timeframes• What will this ... Plenary Plenary Anticipating the impact of new technology coming on line in a low fuel price environment × • A look at orders, delivery schedules and timeframes • What will this new technology mean for existing technology and fleet planning? • Pricing maintenance reserves on new technology Christine Rovelli VP Group Treasurer Finnair Shane Matthews Head of Strategic & Market Analysis, SMBC Aviation Capital michael dowling VP Pricing Awas Hal Calamvokis Standard Chartered Next session: The impact of the proliferation of the Total Care on leasing and financing aircraft
More information Debt funds and the rise of non-bank investors • Unpacking the new players in the space, from insurance companies, to debt... Plenary Plenary Debt funds and the rise of non-bank investors × • Unpacking the new players in the space, from insurance companies, to debt funds and hybrid lessors • Where are they looking to play? • Are they a threat or a compliment to traditional financiers? • JVs with structured lessors and investment funds: How can banks partner with institutional investors? Next session: The "industry duel" Previous session: An industry review of key market signals	More information Managing risk and exposures: Debating the perceived risks of Widebodies • What will happen to the first wave of returned A380s?• Is there scop... Plenary Plenary Managing risk and exposures: Debating the perceived risks of Widebodies × • What will happen to the first wave of returned A380s? • Is there scope and demand for the aircraft? • How will this affect the appetite of German investors? • Flourishing a secondary market for distressed widebody aircraft • Should equity investors be concerned? Florian Maier Managing Partner emp structured assets Richard Walker Airbus Irena Badelska Head of Business Development & Investor Relations Amadeo Brian Rynott Chief Investment Officer Intrepid Aviation Group Previous session: When will the 'wall of money” end?	More information The impact of the proliferation of the Total Care on leasing and financing aircr... • How much of an issue is the dominance of OEMs in the engine market and en... Plenary Plenary The impact of the proliferation of the Total Care on leasing and financing aircraft × • How much of an issue is the dominance of OEMs in the engine market and engine overhaul market through total care agreements? • Can the market agree on bringing independents into the fold? Jon Sharpe Founder, President and CEO Engine Lease Finance Corporation Dan Coulcher Senior Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer - Europe, Middle East & Africa Willis Lease Finance Corporation Bobby Janagan General Manager Rolls-Royce & Partners Finance Previous session: Anticipating the impact of new technology coming on line in a low fuel price environment
Networking break Plenary Plenary Networking break × Next session: The "industry duel" Previous session: An industry review of key market signals
More information The "industry duel" The battle begins! Two teams will take to the stage debate the most critical issues facing the industry. Speakers will speak for and against the motion, allowing for a frank and open debate, and we will be asking you, the audience to vote. "This house believes there is excess capacity in the market" Plenary Plenary The "industry duel" × The battle begins! Two teams will take to the stage debate the most critical issues facing the industry. Speakers will speak for and against the motion, allowing for a frank and open debate, and we will be asking you, the audience to vote. "This house believes there is excess capacity in the market" Bert van Leeuwen MD Global Head Aviation Research DVB Bank Edward O'Byrne Chief Investment Officer Aercap Shane Matthews Head of Strategic & Market Analysis, SMBC Aviation Capital Richard Walker Airbus Previous session: An industry review of key market signals
Deals of the year followed by BBQ Plenary Plenary Deals of the year followed by BBQ × Previous session: An industry review of key market signals

Business Angels	Frontier Zone	Brain Box	Technical Zone
More information Keynote panel: An honest evaluation of aircraft values: Is the current depreciation methodology sound? • What is driving lessor impairments? Bad assumptions about the economic life of an aircraft and aircraft values? Is the market getting it right? • What is the useful economic life of an aircraft? What will this mean for equity investors? • Do we need a reappraisal of lease encumbered values and lease rates? Plenary Plenary Keynote panel: An honest evaluation of aircraft values: Is the current depreciation methodology sound? × • What is driving lessor impairments? Bad assumptions about the economic life of an aircraft and aircraft values? Is the market getting it right? • What is the useful economic life of an aircraft? What will this mean for equity investors? • Do we need a reappraisal of lease encumbered values and lease rates? OLGA RAZZHIVINA APPRAISER ORIEL Phil Seymour CEO IBA Group Next session: Industry all play
Analysing the LCLH model: A sustainable business model? Plenary Plenary Analysing the LCLH model: A sustainable business model? × John Strickland Director JLS Consulting Next session: Industry all play Previous session: Keynote panel: An honest evaluation of aircraft values: Is the current depreciation methodology sound?
Networking break Plenary Plenary Networking break × Next session: Industry all play Previous session: Keynote panel: An honest evaluation of aircraft values: Is the current depreciation methodology sound?
More information Industry all play This interactive session sees delegates split into small, pre-defined groups where they will work together to identify gaps and problems in the aviation finance market. Through a group discussion structured by questions, guests will collaborate on solutions that will help to take the industry forward: what innovation can help to transform the market? Plenary Plenary Industry all play × This interactive session sees delegates split into small, pre-defined groups where they will work together to identify gaps and problems in the aviation finance market. Through a group discussion structured by questions, guests will collaborate on solutions that will help to take the industry forward: what innovation can help to transform the market? Next session: Middle East Previous session: Keynote panel: An honest evaluation of aircraft values: Is the current depreciation methodology sound?
Lunch Plenary Plenary Lunch × Next session: Middle East Previous session: Keynote panel: An honest evaluation of aircraft values: Is the current depreciation methodology sound?
Business Angels	Frontier Zone	Brain Box	Technical Zone
More information Business Angels Drop in to our expert panel of aviation angels, whether you are a new investor, ... Plenary Plenary Business Angels × Drop in to our expert panel of aviation angels, whether you are a new investor, financier, or platform, or just wanting to exchange ideas or seek advice, our angels will be on hand to consult, discuss and advise.	More information Middle East Plenary Plenary Middle East × Jane O'Callaghan Chief Commercial Officer Alafco Hal Calamvokis Standard Chartered Hani Kuzbari Managing Director Novus Aviation Capital michael dowling VP Pricing Awas Ali Lmadani Partner ABL Aviation Previous session: Keynote panel: An honest evaluation of aircraft values: Is the current depreciation methodology sound?	More information Brain Box This innovative session will gather pioneers to debate and discuss innovations m... Plenary Plenary Brain Box × This innovative session will gather pioneers to debate and discuss innovations market development within an interactive structure.	More information Accounting for IFRS16 A breakdown of the key provisions and time frames: Changes from IFRS 17 to 16How... Plenary Plenary Accounting for IFRS16 × A breakdown of the key provisions and time frames: Changes from IFRS 17 to 16 How will this affect key airline metrics? Impact on existing covenants and financings Transitioning and accounting for the changes What will it mean for airline and lessor behaviour? Pieter Burger Partner Deloitte Ireland Next session: Anticipating BEPS: Closing the tax loop for aviation investors?
Technical Zone
More information Anticipating BEPS: Closing the tax loop for aviation investors? What changes will be made to the OECD’s Model Tax Convention: Breaking dow... Plenary Plenary Anticipating BEPS: Closing the tax loop for aviation investors? × What changes will be made to the OECD’s Model Tax Convention: Breaking down the 15-point action plan Understanding generating value Detailed analysis into action 4, 7, 6 and 13 Judging the impact on lessors and airlines What inconsistencies will emerge? Brian Leonard PwC Next session: Understanding customs implications for aircraft leasing companies Previous session: Accounting for IFRS16
Asia Plenary Plenary Asia × Paul Jebely Managing Partner Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP Lune Wang Project Director Comsys Leasing Peter Huijbers CEO China International Aviation Leasing Service Co., Ltd. Previous session: Keynote panel: An honest evaluation of aircraft values: Is the current depreciation methodology sound?
More information Understanding customs implications for aircraft leasing companies Plenary Plenary Understanding customs implications for aircraft leasing companies × Carol Lynch BDO Ireland Previous session: Accounting for IFRS16

The aviation climate is changing. Join us in Dublin as we discuss the latest indicators of strategic change, what to expect in terms of the investment risk environment and pro-active measures to ensure a strong financial footing for financiers, lessors, investors and airlines

With special thanks to our Founding Partner

Five great reasons to attend Ishka's Aviation Finance Innovation Festival

1. Learn something new
Delivering high-quality content, meticulously researched with in-house experts and industry leaders
Our interactive agenda provides more value and insight than other conference programmes. We'll ensure you come away with a wealth of new information and a fresh perspective on opportunities and challenges facing your business
“More interactive than the average conference and therefore more expert opinion - great!” Managing Director, Cabot Aviation

2. Fresh and inspired networking
We believe the bedrock of a successful event is world-class insights in a fantastic networking environment. The Aviation Finance Innovation Festival provides a centralised business lounge, concierge service and structured networking opportunities to ensure you meet the right people
“Superb event with exceptional networking opportunities" Managing Director, Aeroportance

3. New and innovative agenda
We have designed brand new session types and structures to deliver more relevant and interactive content
“A refreshing conference with an innovative mix of traditional presentations and interactive sessions in small groups.“ Managing Director - Head of Transportation Group, Crédit Agricole

4. Maximise value and personalise your agenda
One size does not fit all. Our specialised streamed sessons and content zones allow you to shape your own agenda, tailored to your individual needs
"Very creative, original aviation finance conference" Deutsche Bank

5. Be inspired
Hear from an amazing group of over 30 industry experts and be inspired by fresh ideas and creative thinking
“The best aviation conference I’ve attended in at least a decade.”
President & Chief Executive Officer, WASAYA GROUP Inc

DON'T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT.......

It was my first Ishka Conference. I have been attending the ISTAT, Airfinance and MRO conferences around the world for more than 5 years and I must say that it was one the best conferences I have attended.

Laurent Biousse

Aeronautics Fund

A thoroughly engaging day with insightful perspectives being shared by industry leaders

Thomas Schmid

General Counsel, Intrepid Aviation Group

Great opportunity to interact with professionals from the investment community and develop new and valuable contacts within an industry that will become increasingly more important to us.

Patrick den Elzen

CEO, Arena Aviation Capital

More interactive than the average conference and therefore more expert opinion - great!

Tony Whitty

Managing Director, Cabot Aviation

Superb event with exceptional networking opportunities

Arnaud Fiscel

Managing Director, Aeroportance

Very creative, original aviation finance conference

Michael Helaby

Deutsche Bank

Very good conference. Investor session was really informative.

Kieran Ryan

Stellwagen Capital

George Stone

Managing Director

Barings LLC

Ali Ben Lmadani

CEO

ABL Aviation

Paul Sheridan

CEO

AMCK Aviation

Carol Lynch

Partner

BDO

Gerry Power

Chief Commercial Officer

Power Aviation

Olaf Sachau

CEO

Intrepid Aviation Group

Pieter Burger

Tax Partner

Deloitte Ireland

Christine Rovelli

Vice President and Group Treasurer

Finnair

Sylvain Gloux

Senior Fleet Planning Analyst

Flybe

Brian Rynott

Chief Investment Officer

Intrepid Aviation

Bob James

CEO

AerFin Limited

Michel Dembinski

Managing Director, Head of Aviation

MUFG Union Bank, N.A.

Michel Dembinski

Managing Director, Head of Aviation

MUFG Union Bank, N.A.

Paul Sheridan

CEO

Accipiter

Jose Abramovici

Global Head Asset Finance

Credit Agricole

Gareth Delany

Ping An Aircraft Leasing

Konrad Blocher

Head of Strategy

Goshawk

Johnny Lau

CEO

Astro Leasing

Bertrand Dehouck

Managing Director, Aviation Finance

BNP Paribas

Hani Kuzbari

Managing Director

Novus Aviation Capital

Howard Millar

CEO

Stellwagen Finance

Christian McCormick

Managing Director Finance

China Aircraft Leasing Corporation

Jon Sharp

Founder, President and CEO

Engine Lease Finance Corporation

Richard Moody

Managing Director - Credit Solutions Group

Deutsche Bank

Peter Huijbers

CEO

CALS Aviation Group

Steve Mason

Head of Aircraft Evaluation and Asset Strategy

Cit

Nils Hallerstrom

President

PK AirFinance

Chandra Gopinathan

Senior Investment Consultant

Rogge Global Partners

Alok Wadhawan

Co-Head Aviation Finance

Investec

Fraser Chestney

Managing Partner

Doric Partners LLP

Pascal Picano

Chief Marketing Officer

Carlyle Aviation Management Ltd.

Gerry Butler

Managing Director

Merx Aviation Finance

Donal Boylan

Aircraft & Equipment Leasing CEO

Korean Air

Edward O'Byrne

Chief Investment Officer

Aercap

Bert van Leeuwen

Managing Director

DVB Bank SE

Olga Razzhivina

Director

ORIEL

Shane Matthews

Head of Strategic & Market Analysis,

SMBC Aviation Capital

Patrick Hanningan

Chief Commercial Officer

CDB Aviation

Richard Owen Walker

Head of Leasing & Investor Markets

Airbus

Dan Coulcher

SVP & Chief Commercial Officer

Willis Lease Finance Corp

Peter Watson

Chief Commercial Officer

Goshawk

Joerg Schirrmacher

Head of Transport Finance & Senior Vice President

Helaba/Landesbank Hessen-Thuringen

Michel Dembinski

n/a

MUFG Union Bank, N.A.

Eithne Manning

Head of Funding and Corporate Tax

SMBC Aviation Capital

Simon Goodson

SVP - Lessors Customer Team

Rolls-Royce

John Strickland

Director

JLS Consulting

Jane O'Callaghan

Chief Commercial Officer

ALAFCO Aviation Lease & Finance Company

Hal Calamvokis

Director - Aviation Finance

Standard Chartered

Brian Leonard

Partner & Aviation Finance Markets Advisor

PwC

Lune Wang

Deputy General Manager

Comsys Leasing

Arnaud Fiscel

Senior Advisor

UK Export Finance - Export Credits Guarantee Department

Irena Badelska

Senior Vice President, Marketing

Amedeo

Kieran O'Keefe

Managing Director, Global Head of Aviation Financial Consultancy

DVB Bank SE

Paul Jebely

Partner

Pillsbury Winthop Shaw Pittman LLP

Phil Seymour

CEO

IBA Group

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