Dallas, March 10–13, 2025 — The ABL Helicopters team was on the ground at VERTICON 2025 (formerly HAI HELI-EXPO), the leading international trade show for the vertical aviation industry. Held in Dallas, Texas, this year’s edition brought together the most influential voices across rotorcraft operations, leasing, finance, and technology.
Representing ABL Helicopters were Stephen Orr, Senior Vice President – Africa, and Jack Marecki, Senior Analyst at ABL Helicopters’ New York office. Throughout the four-day event, our team engaged with operators, manufacturers, investors, and asset managers, participating in strategic discussions around the future of helicopter leasing, risk-adjusted financing models, and sustainable asset management.
“VERTICON is a key platform for collaboration and innovation in the rotorcraft space. The level of engagement this year reflects growing demand for flexible, investor-aligned leasing solutions in the vertical lift market,” said Stephen Orr.
A Changing Landscape in Vertical Aviation
As the helicopter sector continues to evolve—driven by both emerging technologies and a renewed focus on operational efficiency—ABL Helicopters is committed to supporting this growth by offering creative financing structures and a specialized approach to asset management.
Discussions at VERTICON centered on:
- The growing need for leasing solutions that reduce capital intensity for operators
- Lifecycle management of helicopters in an increasingly complex regulatory and operating environment
- ESG-aligned investment models, including support for newer, more fuel-efficient platforms
Looking Ahead
- As we continue to expand the ABL Helicopters platform, events like VERTICON play a vital role in shaping our approach to this exciting and dynamic sector
- We’re thankful to all the partners, clients, and industry leaders who took the time to meet with us in Dallas.
- If you didn’t catch us at VERTICON and would like to learn more about how ABL Helicopters can support your operational or investment goals, feel free to reach out. We look forward to continuing the conversation.