AVIATION FINANCE · IRELAND

Aircraft Finance & Leasing Solutions

MERX AVIATION FINANCE ASSETS IRELAND LIMITED

Specialist financing for commercial aircraft, private jets, and aviation assets. Structured credit, flexible terms, and deep industry expertise.

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Aircraft finance and leasing
$2.8B+
Aircraft Assets Financed
120+
Aircraft Leased
96%
Client Retention
100%
Independent

Aviation Finance Solutions

Tailored financial products for airlines, lessors, and aviation investors.

Aircraft Acquisition Finance

Funding for purchase of new and used commercial aircraft, with flexible repayment structures.

Operating Leases

Short to medium-term lease solutions with maintenance reserves and return conditions.

Sale & Leaseback

Unlock capital from your existing fleet while retaining operational control.

Portfolio Advisory

Asset valuation, risk assessment, and portfolio restructuring for aviation investors.

Debt Advisory

Refinancing, restructuring, and syndicated loans for aviation operators.

Risk Management

Interest rate hedging, currency risk mitigation, and insurance advisory.

Expertise in Aviation Finance

Our team combines deep aviation knowledge with financial structuring expertise.

Industry Specialists

Dedicated aviation finance professionals with decades of experience in commercial and private aviation.

Global Network

Relationships with airlines, lessors, OEMs, and financial institutions across 30+ countries.

Tailored Structures

Every transaction is unique. We design custom financing and leasing structures for each client.

Regulatory Expertise

In-depth knowledge of Irish, UK, and EU aviation regulatory frameworks.

Aviation & Credit Insights

Key facts and perspectives from the world of aviation finance.

"The airlines that survive are not necessarily the ones with the best aircraft, but the ones with the best balance sheets."
— Aviation Finance Analyst
"Aircraft leasing is a €300 billion industry that continues to grow despite market cycles."
— Industry Report 2025
"The average commercial aircraft costs $90–120 million. Financing these assets requires sophisticated capital solutions."
— Aviation Economics
€300B+
Global aircraft leasing market size, with 50%+ of commercial fleet leased.
85%
of aircraft financings involve cross-border structures, requiring multi-jurisdictional expertise.
4.5%
Average annual growth rate in global passenger traffic, driving demand for aircraft financing.

What Our Clients Say

Feedback from airlines, lessors, and aviation investors.

★★★★★

"Merx Aviation structured a sale-leaseback for our fleet of A320s that improved our liquidity significantly. Their aviation expertise is unparalleled."

Client
Sarah Johnson
CFO, FlyEurope Airlines
★★★★★

"The team at Merx delivered a complex cross-border financing for our 737-800s in record time. Their regulatory knowledge saved us months."

Client
Michael Chen
CEO, SkyLease Group
★★★★★

"Merx's advisory on our portfolio restructuring resulted in €45m of value creation. Their analytical rigour and market access are exceptional."

Client
Emily Rodriguez
Director, AeroInvest Partners

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything about aviation finance and leasing.

What types of aircraft do you finance?
We finance commercial airliners (Airbus, Boeing, Embraer), regional jets, private jets, helicopters, and aviation engines. Minimum transaction value typically €5m.
Do you offer operating leases?
Yes. We provide short to medium-term operating leases with flexible terms and full maintenance support. Minimum lease term is typically 3 years.
What are the typical financing terms?
Financing terms range from 3 to 12 years. Loan-to-value ratios depend on aircraft age and type, typically 65% – 85% of appraised value.
Do you work with startups and new operators?
Yes. We work with both established airlines and new entrants, provided there is a solid business plan and experienced management.
How do you handle cross-border transactions?
We have extensive experience with Cape Town Convention, Irish Section 110, and various tax-efficient structures for cross-border aircraft finance.

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Confidential consultations — no obligation, just clear advice.

Office

2nd Floor Block 5 Irish Life Centre, Abbey Street Lower, Dublin 1, D01 P767, Ireland

Response Time

We reply to all inquiries within 24 hours

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