BGAD05 exhibitor Hitachi Capital reports that it has secured 30 per cent of the general aviation finance market over the past year. According to CAA mortgage registration data, the company has also secured 33 per cent of the rotary-wing and 27 per cent of the fixed-wing markets, topping closest competitors Close Bros. and Lombard North Central.

Austin Smith, head of aviation at Hitachi Capital’s business finance division said: “From a standing start in late 2002 to a market share of 30 per cent three years later is an excellent achievement. I am certain our market share will continue to grow substantially over the forthcoming years”.