“One of the best engine leasing conferences for a better understanding of the industry’s dynamics and for networking.”
Engine Leasing, Trading & Finance Europe 2025 hosted a record-breaking 314 attendees for two days of focused content and networking.
On 4-5 June 2025 at the Royal Garden Hotel in London, global aircraft engine leasing and maintenance leaders came together to discuss the current market landscape amid increasing asset prices and lease rates, alongside fluctuating economic conditions and ongoing supply chain bottlenecks. It was an important time for the industry to come together, in order to maintain and create new business relationships in an evolving market.
We thank our host sponsor elfc, our premium sponsors IAI, SES, Sky Leasing, our sponsors CFM, Rolls-Royce & Partners Finance and SMBC Aero Engine Lease, as well as our speakers, exhibitors and delegates for their contribution to another unmissable conference!
“ELTF Europe continues to be a high-quality event and the pre-eminent leasing conference.”
“The conference allowed me to meet with several airline industry colleagues and extend my network.”
FRANCESCO TETTI, SENIOR BUSINESS & IT MANAGER, INTERNATIONAL AIRLINES TECHNICAL POOL
total attendess 33 industry leading speakers 6 showcase exhibitors 30 countries represented 526 accepted meetings 2,132 app chat messages of delegates achieved their objectives for attending of delegates interested in attending in 2026
“The size of the conference was great and it was possible to bump into people. Also there were plenty of opportunities to find a meeting space which was quiet.”
DOMINIQUE HOLMES, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, EASTMERCHANT CAPITAL
Key Takeaways
Market Dynamics
Sustained demand for engines is expected to continue for the next several years, with strong fleet utilization across regions. Next-gen engines (LEAP, GTF, etc.) are gaining share as operators increasingly prioritize efficiency and sustainability.
Technology Developments
Pace of technology development is increasing, but alongside this are teething pains. There are Net Zero imperatives, and a need for radical leaps in tech, but R&D cost is high.
Engine Types
Legacy engine types still hold value and remain a stable part of many fleet strategies, particularly where cost predictability is important. MRO costs for new-generation engines remain difficult to forecast, creating ongoing complexity for lessors and asset managers.
