Falcon Aero Appoints Moshood Abolade as Director to Support Global Funding and Expansion Plans

Falcon Aerospace Limited has appointed infrastructure finance expert Moshood Bode Abolade as an Independent Non-Executive Director, as the company accelerates its global funding strategy and international expansion plans, the company said.

The appointment comes at a critical stage for the African business aviation firm, which is actively pursuing large-scale capital to support its growth ambitions across multiple international markets. Falcon Aero, the parent company of private aviation brand VivaJets, is positioning itself for expansion beyond the African continent.

Strategic Appointment to Drive Funding Initiatives

Abolade brings extensive experience in infrastructure finance, investment banking, and project development, which the company expects will strengthen its capital-raising capabilities. The board expects him to provide strategic oversight, particularly in structuring funding deals and navigating global capital markets.

Falcon Aero’s leadership indicated that the appointment aligns with its broader objective of enhancing financial governance while executing complex funding strategies to scale operations. The company is currently focused on securing capital to expand its fleet, improve operational efficiency, and support its entry into international markets.

According to the company, Abolade’s experience in executing early-stage investments and managing structured finance transactions will be instrumental as Falcon Aero seeks to attract institutional and cross-border investors.

Abolade has built a career spanning key financial and industrial institutions across Africa. His professional experience includes roles at Africa50, BUA Group, FBN Merchant Bank, United Capital Plc, and Vetiva Capital Management Limited, where he was involved in investment banking, infrastructure financing, and long-term asset management.

His expertise covers structured finance, project financing, and capital deployment across complex platforms, making him well-positioned to support Falcon Aero’s financing roadmap. The company expects his insights to contribute to improving bankability and strengthening investor confidence.

In a statement attributed to the company, Abolade said he aims to support the firm’s funding initiatives and expansion strategy by leveraging his background in infrastructure finance and investment structuring.

Expansion Strategy and Global Market Focus

Falcon Aero is currently in a growth phase, with plans to expand its footprint beyond Africa into key global aviation markets. The company is focusing on enhancing regional connectivity while scaling its operations internationally through strategic investments and partnerships.

The firm’s expansion strategy includes increasing fleet capacity, improving service delivery, and strengthening its position in the business aviation segment. As part of this strategy, access to capital and efficient financial structuring remain central priorities.

The company’s management indicated that Abolade’s appointment will support its objective of maintaining a lean and efficient operating model while managing the financial complexities associated with international expansion.

Falcon Aero has already initiated steps to secure financing for its growth plans. In October 2025, the company obtained a $10 million credit facility from UK-based TLG Capital, structured in partnership with Wema Bank, to support its aviation operations under the VivaJets brand.

The latest board appointment signals a continuation of these efforts, with a stronger focus on accessing global capital pools and executing larger funding transactions. The company is expected to pursue additional financing avenues, including debt and structured investment solutions, to sustain its expansion trajectory.

Falcon Aero’s leadership emphasised that strengthening its board with financial expertise is a key component of its strategy to scale operations responsibly while maintaining financial discipline.

Focus on Governance and Operational Efficiency

The addition of an independent director with deep financial expertise reflects a broader emphasis on corporate governance as the company grows. Falcon Aero is aiming to balance rapid expansion with robust oversight, particularly in areas related to funding, risk management, and operational performance.

Management highlighted that the integration of financial strategy with operational planning will be critical as the company enters new markets and scales its business model globally.

The appointment is also expected to enhance the company’s ability to manage complex financial structures while ensuring alignment with long-term strategic goals.

As Falcon Aero advances its international expansion and funding initiatives, the company’s strengthened board composition is likely to play a central role in shaping its next phase of growth.