PwC Ireland appoints John Neary and Fiona Regan as aviation partners

PwC Ireland appointed John Neary and Fiona Regan as tax partners in its Aviation Finance practice, effective 1 July 2025.

Neary, previously Head of Tax at Dubai Aerospace Enterprise, specialises in corporate taxation for aviation leasing, with experience in Asian and Middle Eastern markets. Regan advises aircraft and engine lessors on international tax matters, focusing on US investment opportunities and capital markets transactions.

The appointments aim to expand PwC’s aviation finance services, supporting clients in Ireland’s aircraft leasing sector, a key global hub. Both partners are associates of Chartered Accountants Ireland and the Irish Taxation Institute, enhancing PwC’s expertise in domestic and international tax structuring.

Brian Leonard shared: “I am delighted to see the strengthening of expertise and talent in our Aviation Finance practice with these two strategic appointments. Both John and Fiona will be instrumental in expanding our aviation finance practice, helping our clients grow and transform their businesses for a sustainable future.”