XAVIER DE TAISNE Founder and CEO Magellan Asset Finance VELA’S FUNDRAISING OF EUR 40 MILLION ABOUT XAVIER DE TAISNE Xavier de Taisne is the founder and CEO of Magellan Asset Finance, a Paris-based boutique specialising in structured asset financing, M&A, joint ventures, and fundraising for strategic industrial and maritime projects. Before launching Magellan in September 2022, he led M&A and financing activities at Transdev, and held senior roles at Bombardier—including Sales Financing across EMEA, Finance Director for France & Benelux, and Transformation Director. He also served as a financial arranger in maritime leasing at BNP Paribas. His financial ingenuity and deep structuring skills enable him to design innovative, bespoke solutions for intricate transactions. As a partner and advisor, Xavier offers 360° support— from financial engineering and legal structuring to capital optimisation—empowering clients with customfit strategies that drive growth, efficiency, and long-term value USA 50 Finance Monthly Deal Maker Awards 2025. FRANCE
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