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10-12 June 2026
Gaborone International Conference Centre, Botswana

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Basil Gygax

Head of Customer Finance - EMEA
Embraer

I have recently assumed the role of Head of Customer Finance - EMEA at Embraer, where I facilitate deals by introducing lessors, traditional and alternative lenders, ECAs and other institutions to Embraer financing opportunities across all business units (Commercial Aviation, Executive Aviation, Defense & Security). Prior to this, I covered European & African airline credits as a Regional Director Airline Marketing for Embraer Commercial Aviation. I am a passionate aviator with +350h flying experience on smaller metal such as Cessnas, Pipers & Rockwells.

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