Emirates receives financing for two A350s adopting ‘innovative’ funding approach
Emirates has said it has received financing for two Airbus A350-900 widebodies, adopting an “innovative” funding approach combining two banking frameworks.
On November 9, 2026, Emirates said Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) and France-based Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking had completed a 12-year Shariah-compliant French Lease transaction supporting the purchase of two new Airbus A350-900 in 2026.
According to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) carrier, two funding frameworks that are typically structured separately had been brought together aligning the features of the French lease with Shariah principles.
Emirates said the financing model “establishes a repeatable blueprint for future international aviation financings seeking to harmonize these two distinct frameworks while meeting Islamic law requirements”.
EmiratesThe airline added that the transaction “demonstrates how airlines can access alternative, diversified pools of capital”.
“Our strong financial performance and proven track record give us access to innovative solutions like this one, and we are pleased to have worked with both partners on a structure that sets a precedent for future aircraft financing,” Derek Blaney, Acting CFO at Emirates Group, said.
Naveed Ali, Chief of Corporate Banking at DIB, said the “solution” will support Emirates’ “long-term financing requirements while demonstrating how Islamic finance can be applied to complex, cross-border aviation transactions”.
According to DIB, the process involved aligning the relevant requirements of the French Lease structure, including the applicable French Lease considerations, with Shariah standards.
“This transaction demonstrates our ability to develop tailored financing solutions and bring high added value to our clients,” said Jean Chédeville, Head of Transportation Finance, Natixis CIB. “We are thrilled to support Emirates with another tailored aircraft delivery funding solution and very pleased to partner with Dubai Islamic Bank on such a unique and innovative project.”
Emirates relies on a highly diversified and sophisticated long-term financing strategy to fund its multi-aircraft order book including conventional commercial debt and Shariah-compliant structures.
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