Lombard announces new head of marine and aviation

Leading asset finance provider Lombard has appointed Greg Chiappini as head of aviation and marine, part of company’s specialist market division.

In his new role Chiappini will be reporting to Jim Higginbotham, managing director of specialist markets and will lead Lombard’s highly experienced aviation and marine teams, as well as providing a link to RBS customers seeking funding in these areas.

Higginbotham commented: “Greg’s expertise and skills will ensure that Lombard’s team continues to deliver and to build on our customer commitment.” 

Chiappini began his career as an officer in the South African Navy before training as a solicitor in London. He was previously 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.   

Assessing the future 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. ”