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Five Pillars, Real Progress: What the Irelandia Pathfinder Report Means for the Future of Irish Aviation
The Irelandia Pathfinder Progress Report, published in March 2026, documents concrete advances across five pillars of Irish aviation policy. For C-suite executives across the Irish aviation ecosystem, the report maps both the opportunities within reach and the actions that national strategy must now consolidate.
MTU Maintenance secures long-term CFM56 engine MRO contract with Taiwan's EVA Air
Engine MRO provider MTU Maintenance has secured a long-term CFM56-5B engine maintenance contract with Taiwan's EVA Air, marking its return to the Taiwanese market after a decade-long absence.
Emirates converts first two-class A380 to three-class layout with Premium Economy on upper deck
Dubai-based carrier Emirates has completed the first refit of a two-class Airbus A380 to a three-class configuration, introducing Premium Economy to the upper deck as part of a 15-aircraft modernisation programme.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport opens direct Air China Cargo route to Shanghai Pudong
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has confirmed a new direct cargo route to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, operated by Air China Cargo, expanding the Scottish airport's scheduled China freight network.
SMBC Aviation Capital reports 20% profit growth as Sumisho acquisition transforms global platform
Dublin-based aircraft lessor SMBC Aviation Capital has reported a 20% increase in pre-tax profit to $707 million for FY2025, following completion of its acquisition of Sumisho Air Lease Corporation.
Waterford Airport breaks ground on €30 million runway extension to restore commercial jet services
Waterford Airport has broken ground on a €30 million redevelopment backed by private US investment, including a runway extension to 2,287 metres to accommodate commercial jet aircraft for the first time.
The Spreadsheet Era Is Over: How GenAI Is Reshaping the Irish Aviation Leasing Operating Model in 2026
PwC Ireland's Aviation Finance Outlook 2026 identifies generative AI as the single most important operational transformation available to aircraft lessors this year. Irish aviation finance executives leading on GenAI aviation leasing in Ireland have a window to act and it will not remain open indefinitely.
GMF AeroAsia delivers Boeing 737-800 landing gear overhaul for K-Mile Air on schedule
Indonesian MRO provider GMF AeroAsia has completed a Boeing 737-800 main landing gear overhaul for Thai cargo carrier K-Mile Air, delivered on schedule despite corrosion findings requiring additional technical coordination.
Philippine Airlines and PAL Express deploy electronic technical logbook in paperless flight deck shift
Philippine Airlines and regional carrier PAL Express have adopted Conduce's eTechLog8 Electronic Technical Logbook, transitioning to fully paperless flight deck operations as part of a broader digital transformation programme.
Loganair signs 15-year SAF supply deal with ClimaHtech Green Flight ahead of UK mandate
UK regional carrier Loganair has signed a 15-year sustainable aviation fuel offtake agreement with ClimaHtech Green Flight, with fuel deliveries scheduled to commence by 2029 across its Scottish and regional network.
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