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Aircraft lessor Avolon books $177 million from Russian insurance settlement

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Posted on February 13, 2025

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DUBLIN (Reuters) - Aircraft lessor Avolon has booked $177 million in proceeds from settlements of insurance claims in respect of aircraft stranded in Russia after Western sanctions in 2022 and does

Avolon Gains $177 Million from Russian Insurance Settlement

DUBLIN (Reuters) - Aircraft lessor Avolon has booked $177 million in proceeds from settlements of insurance claims in respect of aircraft stranded in Russia after Western sanctions in 2022 and does not expect additional recoveries.

Avolon, the world's second -largest aircraft lessor, last week said it had discontinued court proceedings in Ireland after reaching commercial resolutions with its insurers.

"We're not anticipating any material incremental recoveries from here on," Avolon CEO Andy Cronin told Reuters.

(Writing by Conor Humphries; Editing by David Goodman)

Key Takeaways

  • Avolon secures $177 million from insurance claims.
  • Aircraft stranded in Russia due to 2022 sanctions.
  • Court proceedings in Ireland discontinued.
  • No further recoveries expected, says Avolon CEO.
  • Avolon is the world's second-largest aircraft lessor.

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The main topic is Avolon's $177 million insurance settlement for aircraft stranded in Russia due to Western sanctions.
Why were the aircraft stranded?
The aircraft were stranded in Russia as a result of Western sanctions imposed in 2022.
What is Avolon's position in the market?
Avolon is the world's second-largest aircraft lessor.

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