Who we are

Global Centre for Aircraft Leasing:

Ireland is widely recognised as the global capital of aircraft leasing. Around 60% of the world’s leased commercial aircraft are managed from Ireland. Major leasing companies such as AerCap, SMBC Aviation Capital, Avolon, and BOC Aviation have significant operations in the country. These firms collectively manage fleets worth hundreds of billions of dollars and supply aircraft to airlines worldwide.

Strategic Aviation Finance Hub:

Ireland’s strong financial services sector, combined with favourable tax structures and legal expertise, has made it a leading centre for aviation finance, asset management, and aircraft securitisation. The country’s Section 110 tax framework and experienced legal and advisory firms support complex aircraft financing deals globally.

Major Aviation Manufacturing Presence:

Global aerospace manufacturers also operate in Ireland. Boeing, Airbus suppliers, and numerous aerospace engineering firms have operations in the country. Ireland also hosts a growing aerospace supply chain and maintenance ecosystem.

Skilled Workforce and Aviation Education:

Ireland has developed strong aviation expertise through institutions such as University of Limerick and Technological University Dublin, which provide specialised aviation finance and engineering programmes.

Global Airline Influence:

Ireland is also home to one of Europe’s most successful airlines, Ryanair, which has reshaped the low-cost aviation model across Europe and beyond.

In short: Ireland is not just another aviation market—it is a global command centre for aircraft leasing and aviation finance, making it one of the most strategically important countries in the aviation ecosystem.