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Avolon

Aerospace & Defence·Ireland·Exited 2016·Held 6yr
Entry
2010
Hold
6yr
Exit
2016

Who owns Avolon?

Avolon is an Irish Aerospace & Defence company, now owned by Bohai Leasing, which acquired it in 2016 from Cinven.

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Cinven
Investor
Cinven
Cinven Fund IV · 2006 · Buyout

Key facts

HQIreland
SectorAerospace & Defence
Exit Type
Trade Sale
Buyer
Bohai Leasing
Exit Year
2016

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Questions

Who owns Avolon?

Avolon is now owned by Bohai Leasing, which acquired it in 2016 from Cinven.

When did Bohai Leasing acquire Avolon?

Bohai Leasing acquired Avolon in 2016, buying from Cinven.

Who did Avolon sell to?

Cinven sold Avolon to Bohai Leasing in 2016 (Trade Sale).

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