• 30+European countries served
  • 40+Active funders on panel
  • 1992Year established
  • 15 yrsAV & media funder appetite

Why Oak Leasing

AV Projects Move Fast. Financing Should Too.

AV projects move quickly and technology changes fast. Leasing helps businesses keep pace without tying up capital in equipment that can become outdated, while giving suppliers a stronger way to close sales at the point of enquiry.

Oak Leasing has over 33 years of equipment leasing experience and 40+ funders across the UK and Europe, including two major European funders with a consistent appetite for AV and media equipment leasing for the last 15 years.

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The Case for Leasing

Why Lease AV and Media Equipment?

AV and media equipment often needs to be installed quickly, upgraded regularly, and adapted to changing user needs. Leasing turns a large upfront purchase into manageable monthly payments — protecting working capital and keeping projects moving.

This is especially useful where equipment is part of a wider solution: meeting rooms, training suites, hospitality spaces, retail displays, education environments or content production facilities. Financing can be built around the full project rather than just the hardware — a strong fit for AV companies selling recurring service-based offers such as AVaaS.

Eligible Assets

What Can Be Financed?

  • Video conferencing systems
  • Interactive displays and large-format screens
  • Audio systems, speakers, mixers and microphones
  • Digital signage and media players
  • Projectors and presentation systems
  • Broadcast and studio equipment, drones and more
  • Control systems and room automation
  • Installation, software and related project components where eligible

Mixed hardware and service projects: the total package can be funded.

For Suppliers & Integrators

AV & Media Vendor Programmes

Oak Leasing vendor programmes are designed for manufacturers, distributors, resellers and AV integrators who want finance built into the sales process. Instead of leaving the customer to arrange funding later, the leasing conversation becomes part of the offer from the start — reducing friction and improving close rates.

For AV and media suppliers, that can mean faster approvals, more consistent quoting, and a smoother route from demonstration to sale, while helping protect margin by making the monthly payment part of the value proposition.

Lease receivables purchase — white-label

For AV suppliers already financing customers in-house, Oak Leasing's funder panel can purchase the resulting lease receivables under a white-label arrangement — releasing working capital while the finance offer stays presented under the vendor's own brand throughout.

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Cross-Border Capability

UK and Europe, One Point of Contact

Oak Leasing works with businesses across the UK and Europe — important for AV projects that cross borders or involve international rollouts. Multi-country buyers need a finance partner that understands regional differences while offering one joined-up process.

This suits OEMs and AV suppliers selling into multiple territories, and groups with UK headquarters and European sites. Whether your AV rollout is a single UK site or installations across Europe, Oak Leasing structures the finance around the project, country by country where required.

The Shift to Outcomes

AVaaS and Media Projects

AVaaS is growing because customers increasingly prefer outcomes and uptime over ownership. Leasing supports that model by turning technology, installation, software and support into a monthly commercial offer that's easier to buy and easier to renew.

Oak Leasing helps AV partners present a finance-led offer that feels modern, commercial and easy to understand — improving conversion across both direct and partner-led channels.

Process

How It Works

  1. Tell Oak Leasing about the AV or media project.
  2. Share the equipment list, budget, and country or countries involved.
  3. Oak Leasing structures a leasing proposal around the transaction.
  4. If you are a vendor, the finance can be presented as part of your sales process.
  5. Once approved, the project moves forward with clearer cash flow and lower upfront pressure.

We have leased everything from lighting rigs, mixing desks, cameras and lenses to digital boards, catering trucks, drones, full music sound systems, and broadcast and TV studio equipment — and everything in between.

"John is one of the most honest and straightforward people I have had the pleasure to deal with. I would, without question, recommend John without hesitation."

Charles Towers Clark, CEO — Pod Group of Companies

FAQs

AV and Media Equipment Leasing — Key Questions

What is AV equipment leasing?

A finance solution that lets a business use audio-visual or media equipment while paying monthly, rather than buying it outright.

Can Oak Leasing fund AV projects in the UK and Europe?

Yes. Oak Leasing supports UK and Europe-wide equipment leasing and can structure transactions for cross-border projects and vendor programmes.

What types of AV equipment can be leased?

Screens, projectors, audio systems, conferencing tools, digital signage, broadcast equipment, control systems, and related installation components where eligible.

Is a vendor programme available?

Yes. Oak Leasing builds vendor finance programmes for AV suppliers, integrators and manufacturers so finance is offered at the point of sale.

Why lease instead of buy?

Leasing preserves cash flow, reduces upfront spend, and makes it easier to refresh technology as systems change or become outdated.

Can start-ups or new businesses apply?

Many AV finance providers consider newer businesses depending on deal structure and credit profile, and Oak Leasing assesses each transaction on its merits.

Does leasing include software and installation?

In many cases, yes — if the package is structured correctly and the finance partner can support the full project scope.

What makes Oak Leasing different?

Over 33 years of experience, UK and Europe-wide reach, transparent communication, and specialist vendor programme support.

Next Step

Fund Your Next AV or Media Project

Planning an AV upgrade, a media rollout, or a vendor finance programme? Speak to Oak Leasing about AV and media equipment leasing across the UK and Europe.

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