Colin Joyce appointed CEO of Japanese owned aircraft lessor JLPS Ireland

Colin Joyce, a Chartered Accountant with over 25 years of experience, has been appointed CEO of JLPS Ireland, effective 1 October 2025.

Joyce previously held senior roles at NAC Aviation Capital, Asia Aviation Capital, and GE Capital Aviation Services. He was a founding executive of JLPS Ireland in 2019, contributing to its growth in aircraft leasing and portfolio management.

JLPS Ireland has a fleet 110 aircraft, 20 employees and asset value of $5.5bn.Aircraft are leased to 26 airlines across 18 countries.

JLPS Ireland is a subsidiary of JP Lease Products and Services Co., Ltd., focusing on JOL and JOLCO transactions. Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option is a specialized, 100pc asset financing structure commonly used in Japan’s aviation and shipping industries. The appointment aims to drive the company’s next phase of expansion in the aviation financial services sector.

Teiji Ishikawa shared: “We are delighted to welcome Colin back to JLPS Ireland Limited as Chief Executive Officer. Colin was instrumental in the establishment and growth of our Irish platform, and his proven leadership, market expertise, and deep understanding of our business make him the ideal person to lead JLPS Ireland into its next phase of development and to work with JP Lease Products and Services Co., Ltd., to continue to expand our business as one of the largest independent arrangers of JOL and JOLCO transactions.”

Colin Joyce shared: “I am privileged to return to JLPS Ireland as Chief Executive Officer. Having been part of the company’s founding team, I am delighted to once again work alongside our talented colleagues and committed shareholder. I look forward to leading JLPS Ireland through its next stage of growth and continuing to build strong partnerships with our customers, strategic partners and stakeholders.”