Maples Group Drives Digital Transformation in Aviation ABS Management

The Maples Group, a leading managing agent and fiduciary services provider to the aviation asset-backed securitisation (“ABS”) sector, announced that its new Managing Agent software became operationally live for new transactions in Ireland in January 2026.

Developed in conjunction with leading Dublin-based technology company Aerlytix, the software redefines aviation ABS management, driving unparallelled efficiencies, transparency and accuracy across client portfolios.

The Maples Group is the first Managing Agent service provider in the industry to embrace digital aviation ABS management and reporting through leveraging the cutting-edge Aerlytix platform, which utilises next-generation automation, processes, and reporting, to drive significant efficiencies in the administration of ABS transactions.

In a major step forward for aviation ABS management, the traditional manual Excel-driven approach is replaced by automated monthly ABS reporting and waterfall execution with full governance and transparency.  The role of the Managing Agent in an aviation ABS transaction is essentially digitised, with complex waterfall payment structures embedded.  Reports for noteholders are demystified, with all key metrics displayed on user friendly dashboards.

Following the successful delivery of Phase 1, Aerlytix and the Maples Group are now progressing the platform into its next phase, advancing from pure reporting and waterfall calculations to add forecasting, stress testing and strategic decision-support to the live waterfall engine.  With the benefit of easily accessible data, this will be a game changer for the aviation leasing industry, which continues to navigate an increasingly complex operational environment.  Both Managing Agents and Servicers will be able to work together to project cashflows, model asset-level strategies and run waterfall projections under a range of scenarios.  By stress-testing leasing and maintenance rents, residual values and other assumptions on the portfolio, the impact will be assessed on noteholder yields, tranche cashflows and multiple other metrics including overall ABS performance.

 “We believe this new technology addresses a critical gap in the market where inherently manual processes struggle with increasingly sophisticated structures in aviation ABS management,” said Julian Dunphy, Head of Structured Finance, Fiduciary – Ireland with the Maples Group.  “Recent geopolitical events, in addition to prior market disruptions such as Covid, have exposed the limitations of traditional ABS reporting methods, at times when investors and stakeholders need to make quick decisions.  Ultimately, the software will deliver faster and more accurate information, allowing for greater forecasting and advanced analytical capabilities with respect to aviation ABS transactions.”

 “This level of transparency and visibility into the mechanics of complex aviation ABS transactions is unprecedented in Ireland,” said Stephen O’Donnell, Global Head of Fiduciary Services.  “The Maples Group is renowned for extensive investment in technology, supporting our commitment to excellence in client service with competitive market pricing. Digitising the role of the Managing Agent with this software will be transformative for the industry and we have been delighted to work with the Aerlytix team to deliver these benefits to our clients.”

 Speaking about the collaboration, Alan Doyle, CEO with Aerlytix said: “Phase 1 marked a major milestone for both Aerlytix and the Maples Group, and together, we are driving measurable impact across Maples’ ABS clients.  This is a strong reflection of the depth of technical expertise within our team and the strength of the platform we have built.

“The Maples Group shares our ambition in pushing the boundaries of what technology can deliver for aviation finance,” Doyle added.  “We look forward to working with them on bringing phase 2 to their clients and working closely with investors and servicers to drive greater automation, transparency, and operational efficiency across aviation ABS transactions.”

About the Maples Group

The Maples Group is a leading service provider offering clients a comprehensive range of legal services on the laws of the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Ireland, Jersey and Luxembourg and is an independent provider of fiduciary, fund services, regulatory and compliance, and entity formation and management services.  The Maples Group distinguishes itself with a client-focused approach, providing solutions tailored to their specific needs.  Its global network of lawyers and industry professionals are strategically located in the Americas, Europe, Asia and the Middle East to ensure that clients gain immediate access to expert advice and bespoke support, within convenient time zones.  For more information, please visit: maples.com.

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