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Jackson Square Aviation and Future Energy Global Partner to Boost SAF Investment

Jackson Square Aviation, a U.S.-based aircraft leasing company, has announced a partnership with Ireland’s Future Energy Global to accelerate investment in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production. This collaboration aims to generate the capital needed to scale SAF production, supporting the aviation industry’s shift toward more sustainable energy sources and reducing its carbon footprint. As the…

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Genesis Promotes Denise Byrne to Lead New SVP Portfolio Services Department

Genesis, an Ireland-based aircraft lessor, has announced the promotion of Denise Byrne from her role as VP of Pricing to Senior Vice President (SVP) of Portfolio Services. This new department will consolidate Genesis’s pricing and risk management activities under a single umbrella, enhancing the company’s focus on effective asset management and strategic financial oversight. Byrne’s…

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Aeolus Engine Services Schedules Winding Up Petition Hearing Against Dana Air

Aeolus Engine Services, an Irish aviation services provider, is set to appear before the Federal High Court of Nigeria on 18 November 2024 for a hearing regarding its Winding Up petition against Dana Air, a Nigerian airline. The petition follows lease arrears accumulated by Dana Air, prompting Aeolus to pursue legal action in an effort…

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Ryanair Sees 7% Increase in October 2024 Passenger Traffic, Load Factor Steady

Ryanair Holdings, Ireland’s leading low-cost airline group, reported a significant increase in passenger traffic for October 2024, reaching 18.3 million passengers, a 7% rise compared to the same month in the previous year. Despite the higher volume, Ryanair maintained a stable load factor (LF) of 93%, showcasing its effective capacity management amid rising demand.

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Ryanair Reports 18% Drop in 1H FY2025 Profit Despite Revenue Growth

Ryanair Holdings, the prominent low-cost airline group based in Ireland, has reported an 18% decrease in after-tax profit for the first half of its fiscal year 2025, totaling $1.9 billion. This comes alongside a modest 1% increase in total revenue, which reached $9.4 billion. Despite the profit decline, Ryanair remains committed to its financial strategies,…

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Ryanair Expands Fleet with New Boeing 737-8200 Powered by LEAP-1B27 Engines

Ryanair, the prominent low-cost airline based in Ireland, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a new Boeing 737-8200, serial number 62383. This latest delivery is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, known for their fuel efficiency and lower emissions, supporting Ryanair’s operational goals.

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Ireland-Based Aircraft Lessors Face Tax Scrutiny from India

Ireland-based aircraft leasing firms, widely favored by Indian airlines for fleet expansion, are now under scrutiny from India’s tax authorities. The investigation stems from concerns that these lessors might be exploiting favorable tax treaties, specifically by structuring their businesses in Ireland to minimize tax liabilities in India. Leasing companies registered in Ireland benefit from the…