Emirates lands first Shariah-compliant combined financing for two Airbus A350-900s

Emirates has successfully secured the first Shariah-compliant combined financing structure for the acquisition of two new Airbus A350-900 aircraft this year. The transaction utilizes a 12-year lease framework, combining elements from Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) and Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (Natixis CIB). This innovative approach establishes a ‘repeatable blueprint’ intended to facilitate future cross-border aircraft financings within the aviation industry. Emirates initiated the deal to support its fleet expansion strategy with these state-of-the-art aircraft. The combined frameworks represent a significant step forward in integrating Islamic finance principles into international aerospace transactions.