Bangkok--19 Feb--HSBC
HSBC Thailand has proven a growing relationship with Bangkok Airways in assisting the airline in USD70 million financing the acquisition of the new ATR 72-600 aircraft to expand the network of its domestic and regional services.
HSBC has been appointed to act as the mandated lead arranger of a USD70 million financing facility for four ATR 72-600s, which is the first aircraft financing that HSBC has completed for Bangkok Airways. The introduction of new ATR 72-600s, the most fuel efficient aircraft in its class ensuring a great flight experience for passengers, will join the existing fleet of Bangkok Airways for its regional operations.
HSBC Thailand and Bangkok Airways recently celebrated its successful business cooperation. Mr Puttipong Prasarttong-Osoth (2nd left), President of Bangkok Airways; and Mr Anawat Leelawatwatana, Deputy Vice President - Finance marked a major milestone in aircraft financing with Ms Siew Meng Tan (2nd right), Chief Executive Officer; and Mr Krisda Phatcharoen (far right), Head of Commercial Banking, HSBC Thailand.