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SUMMARY:Law Society Certificate in Aviation Leasing and Finance
DESCRIPTION:Certificate in Aviation Leasing and Finance – Law Society\n  \nStart Date: Thursday 28 September 2023 at 6:00pm\nFunded cost: €1\,380 (full cost before funding €1\,725)\nFor more information or to register: to go  https://www.lawsociety.ie/productdetails?pid=2740 \nFor details of eligibility for funding :  Contact maeve@icbe.ie .\n\n  \nProgramme objectives\nOn completion of this training programme\, participants will be able to: \n\nAnalyse the key legal issues pertaining to the sale and lease of aircraft;\nAssess the finance structures involved\, how to finance an aviation transaction\, and funding available;\nExplain the key regulatory issues pertaining to aviation;\nDiscuss the legal issues relating to key aviation matters such as engines\, maintenance reserves\, security\, taxation\, insurance\, records\, and repossession; and\nRecognise the key legal and financial documents and structures in aviation leasing and finance transactions.\n\nProgramme structure and approach to learning\nIreland is internationally recognised as the global hub for aviation leasing and finance\, with 14 of the top 15 global aircraft lessors enjoying a presence here. More than 60% of the world’s fleet of leased aircraft is owned\, leased\, or managed in Ireland. The major industry players have been attracted by Ireland’s stable political regime\, membership of the EU\, favourable time zone\, and talented workforce – not to mention our legal and regulatory advantages. In addition\, Ireland’s network of over 70 double tax treaties\, combined with the absence of withholding tax on aircraft lease rentals and a corporate tax rate of 12.5%\, makes Ireland a commercially attractive place to set up and run an aircraft leasing company. The aviation sector was hard hit during the Covid-19 pandemic but it is making a recovery. \nThis certificate provides comprehensive coverage of the key aspects of the aviation leasing and finance industry. It aims to deliver an in-depth analysis of the core legal and practical issues that parties typically encounter in aircraft leasing and finance transactions. It will address the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and how the industry has changed as a result. \nParticipants will gain an overview of the key legal\, financial\, and technical issues\, as well as an understanding of the broader regulation\, tax\, and insurance aspects relevant to aircraft leasing and finance. The teaching faculty for this diploma comprises a fantastic array of world-renowned legal practitioners from Ireland\, the UK\, and the USA\, along with leading aviation industry specialists. \nThis certificate also functions as a preparatory course for those intending to take the Diploma in Aviation Leasing and Finance but who do not meet the entry requirements. \n\nModules\nThe programme is based on the following module scheme and covers key themes as listed below: \nModule 1: Aviation Industry\n\nProfile of the Irish aviation industry\,\nDevelopment of industry\,\nReasons why Ireland is an aviation hub\,\nOverview of tax and regulatory advantages.\n\nModule 2: Aircraft leasing\n\nTypes of aircraft leases\,\nKey issues for lessors and lessees\,\nLease structures\,\nPre-lease investigation and structuring\,\nAircraft operating lease agreement\,\nMain lease terms.\n\nModule 3: Aviation financing\n\nTypes of finance and security\,\nDebt and structured finance\,\nUse of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs)\,\nMortgages\, guarantees\, charges\, assignments\,\nStructure and finance key documents.\n\nModule 4: Key technical issues\n\nAircraft delivery\,\nLease management\,\nMaintenance reserve management\,\nMaintenance claims\,\nLease transitions\,\nEngine leasing – maintenance\, records\, security.\n\nModule 5: Regulatory environment\n\nRole of Irish Aviation Authority\,\nInternational regulation\,\nThe Chicago Convention\, ICAO\, IATA\,\nThe Cape Town Convention\,\nEuropean Aviation Safety Agency Regulations\,\nEU Emissions Trading Scheme.\n\nModule 6: Taxation and Aviation\n\nImportance of Irish tax residence\,\nDepreciation\, capital allowances\,\nDouble taxation treaties\,\nAccess to 12.5% rate\,\nWithholding tax.\n\nModule 7: Insurance and Aviation\n\nRelevant insurance principles\,\nAirline aviation insurances\,\nLease insurance provisions\,\nLessor considerations\,\nClaims management.\n\nModule 8: Career Panel event\nThe careers panel offers participants an opportunity to get expert advice from industry professionals about gaining entry to the aviation industry or how to successfully move sectors within the industry. This event will take place online. \nWorkshops\nWorkshops are interactive sessions that focus on group problem-solving and are designed to revise all modules covered to date and to consolidate the participant’s knowledge. \n\nWorkshop 1: Thursday 26 October 2023\nWorkshop 2: Thursday 7 December 2023\nCareer panel event: Thursday 7 December 2023\n\nAssessments\n2\,500-word written assignment and short multiple choice quiz. \nWho should attend?\nThis course is suitable for the following: \n\nSolicitors\, barristers\, and trainees who advise aviation clients or who wish to join the aviation sector\,\nProfessionals working in the aviation industry who wish to expand their knowledge with a view to career advancement or moving laterally to another discipline within the industry\,\nProfessionals working in aircraft leasing companies or airlines\,\nContract administrators and engineers\,\nProfessionals in financial institutions that fund the purchase of aircraft\,\nAccountants\, finance professionals\, and tax consultants advising aviation clients\, and\nInsurance professionals specialising in aviation insurance.\n\nIt is not necessary to have prior experience or knowledge of the aviation industry in order to apply for this certificate. Those who have successfully completed the Certificate in Aviation Leasing and Finance will be eligible for a discount on their diploma application. \nContact\nSara Van den Bergh\, Solicitor\, Course Leader: S.VandenBergh@lawsociety.ie . \nTo register: Go to https://www.lawsociety.ie/productdetails?pid=2740 \n 
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/law-society-certificate-in-aviation-leasing-and-finance/
CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet
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SUMMARY:ICBE Benchmarking Visit to Waters Technology\, Wexford
DESCRIPTION:Impactful Improvements – a lot done\, more to do\n Waters Technology\, Wexford\n  \n  \nIn this visit and site tour\, the Waters Technology team will focus on : \n  \nDaily Management: Undergoing much change in the latter part of this year\, they will share their current system\, where they have made improvements and where they believe there is further opportunity. \nKaizen Events: New improvement vehicle they have successfully used this year. They will present on the Kaizen process and show examples of where they applied it \nLeaders standard work: They have used this for a number of years\, but intend to make some changes in 2024 \nStandard Work Combination Sheets: Dipping their toe into this topic\, they will demonstrate early efforts of using this technique to uncover waste \n  \nAs a host site\, the team are very conscious that they don’t have all the answers and would appreciate commentary and feedback from visiting companies on using these methods as improvement vehicles or to drive standardisation. \nOnly two people from any ICBE member organisation may attend – only 20 places\,  we may be able to accommodate further attendees depending on demand. \nAgenda with times and logistics information will be sent to registered attendees in advance of the visit
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/icbe-benchmarking-visit-to-waters-technology-wexford/
LOCATION:Waters Technology Wexford
CATEGORIES:Benchmarking Visits,Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet
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SUMMARY:Certificate in Aircraft Acquisitions & Finance
DESCRIPTION:Certificate in Aircraft Acquisition & Finance\n  \nQualification Title: Certificate in Aircraft Acquisition & Finance\nAward Type: NFQ Level 7 – Special Purpose Award\nCommencement Date:   12th December 2023\nSchedule:   Part-time\nFunded Cost : €490 with 30% Skillnet funding applied\n  \nOverview\nWhat is this Programme about?\nThe Aircraft Acquisition and Finance programme offers an opportunity for those wishing to develop their skills in the Aviation Leasing Sector. Ireland is a recognised leading hub in the aircraft leasing sector. Most of the world’s aircraft leasing companies has a significant presence in Ireland. The aircraft leasing sector in Ireland has 3\,000 aircraft under management\, one third of the world’s total large transport aircraft fleet. This sector is experiencing strong growth at the present time. \nProgramme details\nThis module aims to give students an understanding of the purchasing and leasing of aircraft. The learner will be taken through the steps taken in purchasing aircraft and the contracts linked to purchase. The key components of a lease contract will be outlined and an explanation of the critical terms will be discussed. This module will be taught by Lectures\, guest lectures\, case studies\, problem solving exercises\, project work and self-directed learning. Online delivery will be supported by blackboard collaborate. \nWho is this programme for?\nPotential learners should have an interest in developing their skills in the aviation leasing sector. \nOnline Support\nStudents will have full access to a range of supports available online and through Blackboard\, our virtual learning environment. These include our new online programme\, PACE\, which is designed to support students to access and effectively use library resources in order to complete assignments. Additional supports include an Academic Writing Centre and Maths Support Centre\, freely available to all students. \n  \nTo apply: Please go to the IT Carlow website \nhttps://www.itcarlow.ie/study/lifelong-learning/extended-campus/cert-aircraft-acquisition-finance/certificate-aircraft-acquisition-finance.htm \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/certificate-in-business-in-technical-aircraft-management-2-copy/
CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet
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