South Asia Aviation Finance Conference 27th February - 1st March 2006, Le Meridien New Delhi, India

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Introduction
*NEW* for 2006 – South Asia Aviation Finance Conference to be held in Delhi on 28th February – 1st March.

India and South Asia is one of the fastest growing markets for aviation, with a large number of aircraft are on order from all the major manufacturers. This inaurgal event will be devoted to aviation finance in the Indian and South Asia markets. It is supported by many leading aviation professionals from the and is a must attend event for anyone interested or involved in aviation in the region.

PARTICIPATING AIRLINES
Air Deccan, Air LIndia, Air Mauritius, Air Sahara, Air Seychelles, Indus Airways, Island Aviation, Indian Airlines, Kingfisher Airlines, Jet Airways, Paramount Airways, Sri Lankan Airways

The conference will address the challenges facing the industry and aircraft financing in the region, and will include the following topics:

• Trends in the market place


• Current airline strategy


• Start-ups and low-cost carriers


• Role of the manufacturers


• Commercial considerations for aircraft leasing


• Legal and tax issues, and the regulatory environment


• Insurance


• Financing options in India


• The role of the Export Credit Agencies, banks and Operating Lessors.


• Private equity and the capital markets


• Jet fuel hedging


• Engine leasing


• Investment opportunities in the region


• Consolidation


• Infrastructure issues


• Maintenance