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Castlelake confirms it is evaluating a potential acquisition of easyJet

US investment firm Castlelake has confirmed it is assessing a possible bid for UK low-cost carrier easyJet following media reports of interest. The discussions come amid reports valuing a deal at about £3 billion, positioning a potential ownership change for the airline.

2026-05-29T12:24:24.572659-07:00

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Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg: China’s 200-jet commitment is an “initial tranche” that could expand toward ~700 jets

2026-05-28T00:15:35.356336-07:00

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United CEO Scott Kirby rules out future airline consolidation after American rebuff; JetBlue bankruptcy could reopen merger math

2026-05-27T13:13:44.069801-07:00

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EU proposes 2-GHz mobile-satellite spectrum rules with heavy EU-industry preference, limiting Starlink/Amazon access

2026-05-27T02:41:35.125225-07:00

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Castlelake confirms it is evaluating a potential acquisition of easyJet US investment firm Castlelake has confirmed it is assessing a possible bid for UK low-cost carrier easyJet following media reports of interest. The discussions come amid reports valuing a deal at about £3 billion, positioning a potential ownership change for the airline.

2026-05-29T12:24:24.572659-07:00

Castlelake confirms it is evaluating a potential acquisition of easyJet

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Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg: China’s 200-jet commitment is an “initial tranche” that could expand toward ~700 jets Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg said China’s promise to buy 200 Boeing aircraft following President Trump’s visit is only a starting point, with “more to come” expected later this year as the order is firmed up. He framed the 200-jet commitment as a “major accomplishment” that could grow toward roughly 700 jets.

2026-05-28T00:15:35.356336-07:00

Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg: China’s 200-jet commitment is an “initial tranche” that could expand toward ~700 jets

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United CEO Scott Kirby rules out future airline consolidation after American rebuff; JetBlue bankruptcy could reopen merger math Weeks after American Airlines rejected merger overtures from United CEO Scott Kirby, he says United will not pursue buying American or JetBlue. Kirby also dismisses a JetBlue deal as “mathematically not doable,” while noting that a JetBlue bankruptcy scenario could change the economics—albeit leaving consolidation off the table for now.

2026-05-27T13:13:44.069801-07:00

United CEO Scott Kirby rules out future airline consolidation after American rebuff; JetBlue bankruptcy could reopen merger math

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EU proposes 2-GHz mobile-satellite spectrum rules with heavy EU-industry preference, limiting Starlink/Amazon access The European Commission is drafting rules for the renewal and award of 2-GHz mobile satellite spectrum, reserving roughly two-thirds for renewal next year and setting a large preference for EU companies. Non-EU bidders—including Starlink and Amazon—could compete for only a third under conditions designed to protect EU digital sovereignty.

2026-05-27T02:41:35.125225-07:00

EU proposes 2-GHz mobile-satellite spectrum rules with heavy EU-industry preference, limiting Starlink/Amazon access

Reuters

AGCM opens antitrust probe into easyJet’s alleged misleading checked-baggage pricing Italy’s antitrust authority (AGCM) has opened an investigation into easyJet over alleged deceptive baggage-fee practices. Regulators say the carrier’s online and app pricing for checked luggage may mislead customers during the add-on purchase process.

2026-05-26T01:02:18.487723-07:00

AGCM opens antitrust probe into easyJet’s alleged misleading checked-baggage pricing

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Belarusian guilty plea highlights shadow export network for banned aircraft parts shipped to Russia A Belarusian national pleaded guilty in a US export-control case over alleged diversion of aircraft components to Russia through brokers and intermediaries. The filing underscores how “shadow” trading channels are used to move controlled parts despite US restrictions, raising compliance and enforcement stakes for the aerospace supply chain.

2026-05-25T17:14:11.683201-07:00

Belarusian guilty plea highlights shadow export network for banned aircraft parts shipped to Russia

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U.S. jury clears Boeing in LOT 737 MAX “MCAS concealment” damages lawsuit A U.S. jury in Seattle found Boeing not guilty of fraud in a civil case brought by LOT Polish Airlines tied to the 2016 737 MAX transaction. LOT had sought about $250m (€250m) in damages and interest over alleged revenue losses after the MAX was grounded for 20 months.

2026-05-22T18:24:49.513032-07:00

U.S. jury clears Boeing in LOT 737 MAX “MCAS concealment” damages lawsuit

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easyGroup Holdings sues easyfundraising in Ireland over alleged copyright infringement easyGroup Holdings—Stelios Haji-Ioannou’s investment vehicle and a minority shareholder in easyJet Group—has sued UK fundraising platform easyfundraising and its parent, The Support Group (UK), in Ireland, alleging copyright infringement.

2026-05-18T06:04:46.081547-07:00

easyGroup Holdings sues easyfundraising in Ireland over alleged copyright infringement

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Castlelake confirms it is evaluating a potential acquisition of easyJet

Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg: China’s 200-jet commitment is an “initial tranche” that could expand toward ~700 jets

United CEO Scott Kirby rules out future airline consolidation after American rebuff; JetBlue bankruptcy could reopen merger math

EU proposes 2-GHz mobile-satellite spectrum rules with heavy EU-industry preference, limiting Starlink/Amazon access

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