ORIX Aviation Completes Acquisition of AerFin

Dublin, Ireland – Monday, 2^nd November 2026 – ORIX Aviation Systems Limited ("ORIX Aviation") today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of AerFin Limited ("AerFin"), following receipt of the required regulatory approvals and satisfaction of all customary closing conditions.

The acquisition marks a significant milestone in ORIX Aviation's growth strategy, expanding its business into aviation aftermarket services and adding used serviceable material (USM), airframe and engine parts expertise to its established leasing and asset management operations. Together, ORIX Aviation and AerFin will offer customers a broader range of solutions spanning aircraft leasing, asset management, component support and aftermarket services.

Established in 1991, ORIX Aviation owns and manages aircraft and provides comprehensive asset management services to Japanese and international investors and funds through its full-service operating lease platform. The acquisition strengthens ORIX Aviation's ability to optimise aircraft value throughout their lifecycle while supporting the continued growth and development of AerFin's aftermarket business.

Established in 2010, AerFin is a UK-based aviation aftermarket company specialising in aircraft and engine disassembly, component management, maintenance and the sale or lease of serviceable parts. The company serves airlines, maintenance providers and leasing companies across six continents and has built a reputation as a trusted provider of aviation aftermarket solutions. AerFin will continue to operate under its established brand, leveraging its established market position, technical expertise and customer relationships, while benefiting from the support, global network and financial strength of ORIX Aviation and the wider ORIX Group

James Meyler, Chief Executive Officer of ORIX Aviation, said:

“We are delighted to complete the acquisition of AerFin and officially welcome the team to ORIX Aviation and the wider ORIX Group. This transaction represents an important strategic milestone for our business and broadens our ability to support customers across multiple segments of the aviation industry. AerFin has built a market-leading platform supported by deep technical expertise, strong customer relationships and an exceptional management team. Together, we look forward to creating additional value for customers, investors and partners while supporting a more sustainable aviation industry through the reuse and optimisation of aircraft assets.”

Simon Goodson, Chief Executive Officer of AerFin, said:

“Today marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for AerFin. Joining ORIX Aviation gives us the long-term backing, global reach and shared ambition to accelerate our growth while remaining focused on what matters most: delivering trusted, flexible solutions for our customers. I am immensely proud of our people and everything they have achieved to bring us to this point. Together with ORIX Aviation, we are well placed to build a stronger, more capable business and create new opportunities across the aviation aftermarket.”

ORIX Aviation was advised by Goldman Sachs International as sole financial advisor, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher as legal counsel, EY as financial due diligence advisor and PwC as tax due diligence advisor.
AerFin was advised by Rothschild & Co as sole financial advisor, Baker McKenzie as legal counsel, KPMG as financial and tax due diligence advisor and BCG as commercial due diligence advisor. Osborne Clarke and Liberty Corporate Finance acted respectively as legal counsel and financial advisors to the management team.

About ORIX Aviation:
ORIX Aviation was established in 1991 in Dublin, Ireland and is a wholly owned subsidiary of ORIX Corporation of Japan. ORIX Aviation owns and manages over 230 aircraft and leases them to more than 60 airline customers located in over 40 countries. ORIX Aviation is a 30% shareholder of Avolon, one of the leading aircraft lessors globally. ORIX Aviation is a well-established aircraft lessor, focused primarily on investing and trading opportunities in the aircraft leasing and aircraft asset management areas while maintaining a strong balance sheet of owned assets to support stable long-term profits and future growth. ORIX Aviation is ranked by S&P Global Ratings as a commercial aircraft lease servicer. It has obtained a “Strong” overall ranking (the highest level available) with a stable outlook. The asset management clients of ORIX Aviation are investors based in Japan, US funds and international banks and financial investors.
(As of March 31, 2026)

About ORIX Group:
ORIX Group (ORIX Corporation TSE: 8591; NYSE: IX) was established in 1964 and has grown from its roots in leasing in Japan to become a global, diverse, and unique corporate group. Today, it is active around the world in financing and investment, life insurance, banking, asset management, real estate, concession, environment and energy, automobile-related services, industrial/ICT equipment, ships and aircraft. Since expanding outside of Japan in 1971, ORIX Group has grown its business globally and now operates in around 30 countries and regions across the world with approximately 37,000 people. ORIX Group unites globally around its Purpose: “Finding Paths. Making Impact.” combining diverse expertise and innovative thinking to help our world develop in a sustainable way.
For more details, please visit our website: https://www.orix.co.jp/grp/en/
(As of March 31, 2026)

About AerFin:
AerFin is breathing new life into aviation. We buy, sell, lease and repair aircraft, engines and parts to maximise the value for their owners and provide a lower-cost supply of material to our airline, lessor and MRO customers. Through our deep technical expertise and high-performance culture, we deliver confidence-inspiring quality, safety and value to our customers. Our blend of industry expertise and experience – today’s insight and tomorrow’s foresight – gives us a unique perspective on our industry that is trusted by over 600 customers across six continents. With regional hubs in Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas, we’re perfectly placed to keep fleets flying and get deals done. That’s the AerFin way. That’s the way ahead. www.AerFin.com
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Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Statements:
This document may contain forward-looking statements about expected future events and financial results that involve risks and uncertainties. Such statements are based on our current expectations and are subject to uncertainties and risks that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause such a difference include, but are not limited to, those described under “Risk Factors” in the ORIX Corporation annual report on Form 20-F filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and under “(4) Risk Factors” of the “1. Summary of Consolidated Financial Results” of the “Consolidated Financial Results April 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026” furnished on Form 6-K.