SMBC Aviation Capital appoints Tomoyuki Tanaka as Chairman during challenging times:
6 April 2020: Stepping down as the Deputy Head of the Transportation Business Unit of Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing (SMFL), Tomoyuki (Tom) Tanaka has joined SMBC Aviation Capital as the new Chairman of the Board. He has replaced Mr. Shinichi Hayashida, who served as Chairman since May 2012.
Mr. Tanaka has previously held a series of senior roles within various parts of the Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC), including Joint General Manager, in the Aviation Capital Department, in London and General Manager & Country Head in Sydney. Mr. Tanaka was part of the team in SMBC Europe Limited, which managed the Group's acquisition of SMBC Aviation Capital in 2011.
Peter Barrett, Chief Executive Officer, SMBC Aviation Capital said, "Tom brings deep industry and commercial insights and we look forward to his counsel and input particularly during this challenging time for the industry and for our next phase of development as we emerge from this period. His appointment highlights the ongoing, close and supportive relationship we have with our shareholders which is crucial at this time. On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank and give our deep appreciation to our outgoing Chairman, Shinichi Hayashida for his valuable contribution during his tenure."
Tom Tanaka, Chairman SMBC Aviation Capital added, "The industry is currently facing a number of challenges, however I look forward to working with a team of dedicated colleagues in SMBC Aviation Capital, both during this current period and following this, as we engage in the next phase of our development."
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