John Aylward’s Sona Plans Expansion Into Japan Market

John Aylward’s Sona Asset Management is eyeing Japan for new opportunities and is adding personnel to lead the effort, as the credit manager continues to expand globally.

Sona is expected to open an office in Japan’s capital later this year, according to a person with knowledge of the matter. The firm is exploring opportunities to develop products tailored to prospective investors and borrowers in Japan across Sona’s credit strategies, the firm said in an emailed statement.