MUFG Announces $52 Million Financing to Viva Aerobus
New York, NY (May 14, 2025) — Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), a global leader in financial services, proudly announces the closing of a $52.3 million upsize for Viva Aerobus, a growing low-cost Mexican airline. This marks the second addition to the existing senior secured portfolio term loan, bringing the total financing to $259.2 million for eight aircraft and four engines.
MUFG acted as the Sole Structuring Agent and Mandated Lead Arranger. The new round of financing will be used to acquire an additional two A321ceo aircraft by Viva. The total portfolio includes a combination of eight A320/21ceo family aircraft and four PW1133 GTF engines.
The deal was recently recognized by Ishka as 2024 Best Commercial Bank Deal of the Year.
Ciprian Rodriguez, Fleet Executive Director of Viva Aerobus, said: “We are excited to deepen our relationship with MUFG, a trusted partner in our long-term fleet strategy. This transaction marks another step forward in optimizing our capital structure through increased aircraft ownership, enabling sustainable growth while strengthening our balance sheet.”
Aqmar Chowdhury, Director, Origination for Americas for MUFG, said: “We are very pleased to continue supporting Viva and finance the acquisiton of these two A321ceos as the airline further increases its share of owned aircraft.”
Press contact:
Ben Glaser
bglaser@us.mufg.jp
About MUFG and MUFG Americas
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. (MUFG) is one of the world’s leading financial groups. Headquartered in Tokyo and with over 360 years of history, MUFG has a global network with approximately 2,100 locations in more than 50 countries. MUFG has nearly 160,000 employees and offers services including commercial banking, trust banking, securities, credit cards, consumer finance, asset management, and leasing. The Group aims to be “the world’s most trusted financial group” through close collaboration among our operating companies and flexibly respond to all the financial needs of our customers, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. MUFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York stock exchanges.
MUFG’s Americas operations, including its offices in the U.S., Latin America, and Canada, are primarily organized under MUFG Bank, Ltd. and subsidiaries, and are focused on Global Corporate and Investment Banking, Japanese Corporate Banking, and Global Markets. MUFG is one of the largest foreign banking organizations in the Americas. For locations, banking capabilities and services, career opportunities, and more, visit www.mufgamericas.com.
About Viva
Viva is Mexico’s ultra-low-cost airline. It started operations in 2006 and as of April 2025 it operates one of the youngest aircraft fleets in America. With a clear vision to give all people the opportunity to fly, Viva has democratized the airline industry with one of the lowest fares in Mexico and one of the lowest cost structures in America, making their flights the best value offer. For more information please visit: https://www.vivaaerobus.com/en-us/