Lombard, the UK’ asset finance provider, has appointed Greg Chiappini as head of aviation and marine finance, part of Lombard’s specialist market division.
Chiappini will be reporting to Jim Higginbotham, managing director of specialist markets.
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Higginbotham said; "At Lombard we pride ourselves on our specialist knowledge of the marine and aviation sectors in order to deliver not only the right funding solutions to meet our customers’ needs but to share our expertise thereby enhancing our customers’ overall experience. Greg’s expertise and skills will ensure that Lombard’s team continues to deliver and to build on our customer commitment."
Chiappini will lead Lombard’s aviation and marine teams, as well as providing a link to RBS customers seeking funding in these areas.
Chiappini started his career as an officer in the South African Navy before training as a solicitor in London. Previously he was head of specialist asset management at Lombard, a risk management role that equipped him with an in-depth of knowledge of the asset finance market, including marine and aviation.
Chiappini said; "Confidence in the marine market is high and the sector as a whole has an important role to play in the UK economy. Lombard welcomes the opportunity to provide effective funding solutions through our competitive range of products and help support the growth of British business. Our role will include, not only providing funding to marine buyers but offering more support to manufacturers, helping them to fund their stock and therefore boost revenues. "
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