AerFin, the aviation asset specialist that buys, sells, leases and repairs aircraft, engines and parts, has celebrated a double milestone in September 2025 as the business marks its 15th anniversary and 10 years since the acquisition of Airline Service Components (ASC).
Founded in 2010 by Bob James, AerFin began trading aircraft engines with a team of just a handful of people, including AerFin’s first employee and current chief financial officer, Steve Ades.
Today, AerFin employs more than 220 people worldwide and supports over 600 customers across 60 countries and six continents. From buying its first engine in 2010 to holding more than 270,000 parts in stock today, AerFin has grown into a trusted global partner for airlines, lessors and MROs, offering full “nose-to-tail” aftermarket solutions.
The company’s journey has been marked by significant milestones, from the acquisition of ASC in 2015, which expanded AerFin’s expertise from engines into airframes, to landmark investments and fleet acquisitions that strengthened its market position. In 2019, private equity firm CataCap acquired a majority share, accelerating AerFin’s growth strategy.
More recently, 2024 saw AerFin undergo a major rebrand, expand its global footprint with hubs in Dublin, Miami and Singapore and deliver record profits, the company says.
In 2025, AerFin has continued its momentum with the relocation to a new global headquarters in Newport and the groundbreaking teardown of five A320neo aircraft, further extending its capabilities into next-generation platforms and reinforcing its role in driving efficiency and sustainability in the aviation aftermarket.
“Fifteen years ago, AerFin set out with a simple vision: to bring fresh thinking and value to the aviation aftermarket. Today, we’re proud to be recognized worldwide as a trusted partner, helping our customers keep their fleets flying while supporting a more sustainable industry,” Simon Goodson, chief executive officer of AerFin, said. “Our success is built on the commitment of our people, the trust of our customers, and the strategic decisions that have shaped our journey. As we look ahead, we remain ambitious, confident, and committed to delivering solutions that help our industry see the way forward.”