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BOC Aviation appoints Thomas Chandler as new Chief Operating Officer

BOC Aviation appoints Thomas Chandler as new Chief Operating Officer.
Thomas Chandler succeeds Mr. David Walton, who recently retired from the company after nine years of service.

Thomas Chandler as COO will oversee several key departments including Technical, Procurement, IT, Legal and Transaction Management, as well as Compliance and Insurance.

BOC Aviation Limited, a leading global aircraft leasing company, has announced the appointment of Thomas Chandler as Chief Operating Officer. In his new role, Thomas Chandler will oversee several key departments including Technical, Procurement, IT, Legal and Transaction Management, as well as Compliance and Insurance. Previously serving as BOC Aviation’s Deputy Chief Operating Officer based in Singapore, Chandler brings extensive experience to his new position. Prior to joining BOC Aviation in January of this year, he held the role of Managing Director, Fleet and Asset Management at TUI Group. Chandler succeeds Mr. David Walton, who recently retired from the company after nine years of service.

The importance of management succession is acknowledged by Steven Townend, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer of BOC Aviation, who expressed his gratitude to Mr. Walton for his contributions and achievements throughout his tenure. Additionally, Mr. Townend expressed his enthusiasm for Thomas Chandler’s appointment, noting that it aligns with the company’s commitment to long-term sustainable growth.

“Management succession is an important part of any business,” said Steven Townend, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer, BOC Aviation. “Our thanks go to David for his contribution and achievements over many years.  We are delighted to welcome Tom to the senior management team, continuing on our path of long-term sustainable growth,” he further added.

With a strong global presence and a diverse fleet of aircraft, BOC Aviation continues to expand its operations and maintain its position as a leader in the aircraft leasing industry. The appointment of Thomas Chandler as Chief Operating Officer reflects the company’s strategic focus on effective leadership and operational excellence.

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As BOC Aviation continues to navigate the evolving aviation landscape, Thomas Chandler’s expertise will be instrumental in driving the company’s growth and success. His oversight of critical departments, including Technical, Procurement, IT, Legal, and Transaction Management, will ensure the seamless integration of various operational aspects, enabling BOC Aviation to continue delivering high-quality services to its global customer base.