Ireland to play important role as aviation leasing sector faces challenging year

Ireland’s position as the backbone of global aircraft financing was brought into sharp relief over the past week.

A huge number of high level executives from across the aviation complex were in Dublin to network, do business and debate the fortunes of the enormous industry in which they operate.

This is a useful opportunity to assess whether or not Ireland is doing enough to retain and further grow its reputation as a base for such a sophisticated part of the global finance sector.