Global Knafaim Leasing Ltd. (“Global Leasing”) is engaged in the acquisition, leasing and sale of commercial passenger aircraft to airlines worldwide.
Global Leasing is jointly controlled by Knafaim Holdings Ltd. and Shlomo Car Rental (1987) Ltd., owned by the Shmeltzer family (Shlomo Group), with each holding approximately 40.1% of the Company’s shares. Knafaim Holdings brings extensive experience in the aviation industry, professional expertise and a broad network of relationships across the global aviation market, while the Shlomo Group brings extensive business and financial experience.
Global Leasing has approximately 35 years of accumulated experience in the aircraft leasing industry, encompassing a wide range of aircraft acquisition, financing, leasing and sale transactions. Over the years, the Company has established a strong reputation and extensive relationships with airlines, aircraft lessors and financing institutions worldwide, including in North and South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and South Africa.