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ANA Holdings to raise more than JPY100 billion via retail-focused hybrid shares

ANA Holdings plans to issue over JPY100 billion (about USD630 million) of bond‑type hybrid class shares to retail investors by the fiscal year ending 31 March 2031. The retail hybrid issuance is designed to broaden the group’s funding sources with an equity‑like capital instrument.

2026-04-01T16:50:49.351330-07:00

AeroTime

Changi prepares Terminal 5 with AI, autonomous systems and pharmaceutical cold‑chain

2026-04-01T03:11:53.989058-07:00

AeroTime

Philippine Airlines posts $160M net income in 2025, takes region’s first A350‑1000 and increases A350 Manila–Seattle service

2026-04-01T06:11:05.425775-07:00

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China Southern the only 'big three' Chinese carrier to report a net profit in 2025 as peers stay loss-making

2026-04-01T04:45:37.507770-07:00

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ANA Holdings to raise more than JPY100 billion via retail-focused hybrid shares ANA Holdings plans to issue over JPY100 billion (about USD630 million) of bond‑type hybrid class shares to retail investors by the fiscal year ending 31 March 2031. The retail hybrid issuance is designed to broaden the group’s funding sources with an equity‑like capital instrument.

2026-04-01T16:50:49.351330-07:00

ANA Holdings to raise more than JPY100 billion via retail-focused hybrid shares

Via Satellite

Measat names John Loke CTO to lead digital evolution and APAC broadband strategy Measat has appointed John Loke as chief technology officer. Loke — formerly CTO at a Singapore-based satellite operator who led delivery of high‑speed broadband across the Asia‑Pacific — will oversee Measat’s digital evolution and regional connectivity strategy.

2026-04-01T14:30:31.254626-07:00

Measat names John Loke CTO to lead digital evolution and APAC broadband strategy

AeroTime

Philippine Airlines posts $160M net income in 2025, takes region’s first A350‑1000 and increases A350 Manila–Seattle service Philippine Airlines reported $160 million net income for 2025 after carrying 16.3 million passengers and received the region’s first Airbus A350‑1000. From 3 May 2026 PAL will increase A350 rotations on Manila–Seattle from two to three weekly, replacing 777‑300ER flying.

2026-04-01T06:11:05.425775-07:00

Philippine Airlines posts $160M net income in 2025, takes region’s first A350‑1000 and increases A350 Manila–Seattle service

FlightGlobal

China Southern the only 'big three' Chinese carrier to report a net profit in 2025 as peers stay loss-making China's three largest carriers largely failed to regain net profitability in 2025: only China Southern Airlines reported a net profit, while China Eastern and Air China remained loss-making. The trio have struggled to post net profits since the Covid pandemic, highlighting an uneven recovery across major groups.

2026-04-01T04:45:37.507770-07:00

China Southern the only 'big three' Chinese carrier to report a net profit in 2025 as peers stay loss-making

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Changi prepares Terminal 5 with AI, autonomous systems and pharmaceutical cold‑chain Changi Airport is integrating AI-driven operations, expanded pharmaceutical cold‑chain facilities and autonomous airside systems as it builds capabilities for Terminal 5, Lim Ching Kiat told AeroTime. The programme aims to boost operational resilience, increase pharma cargo handling capacity and accelerate automation across baggage and logistics.

2026-04-01T03:11:53.989058-07:00

Changi prepares Terminal 5 with AI, autonomous systems and pharmaceutical cold‑chain

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PIA warns jet-fuel surge threatens survival as Pakistan orders foreign carriers to carry return-leg fuel Arif Habib, PIA’s new owner, warned a rapid surge in jet fuel prices could force Pakistan International Airlines to suspend operations unless fuel-cost hikes are addressed. Pakistan has directed foreign carriers to carry sufficient fuel for return legs amid domestic supply concerns, adding immediate operational strain.

2026-04-01T02:38:40.075151-07:00

PIA warns jet-fuel surge threatens survival as Pakistan orders foreign carriers to carry return-leg fuel

eVTOL Insights

SkyDrive sets commercialisation timeline after Osaka Expo showcase, targets 100 eVTOLs by 2035 SkyDrive outlined two major updates at an Osaka roundtable, showcasing achievements from its Osaka Expo 2025 display and a commercialisation roadmap targeting 100 eVTOL aircraft in service by 2035. The timeline signals a move from public demonstrations toward planned market entry and fleet scale-up.

2026-04-01T02:00:01.827934-07:00

SkyDrive sets commercialisation timeline after Osaka Expo showcase, targets 100 eVTOLs by 2035

FlightGlobal

South Korean Navy inducts MH-60R Seahawk to strengthen ASW against Pyongyang The Republic of Korea Navy has inducted and deployed Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk maritime helicopters, with an induction ceremony at the naval air command in Changwon announced by DAPA. The move is aimed at strengthening anti-submarine warfare and maritime operations amid concerns over an increasing North Korean submarine threat.

2026-03-31T22:50:24.970121-07:00

South Korean Navy inducts MH-60R Seahawk to strengthen ASW against Pyongyang

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ANA Holdings to raise more than JPY100 billion via retail-focused hybrid shares

Changi prepares Terminal 5 with AI, autonomous systems and pharmaceutical cold‑chain

Philippine Airlines posts $160M net income in 2025, takes region’s first A350‑1000 and increases A350 Manila–Seattle service

China Southern the only 'big three' Chinese carrier to report a net profit in 2025 as peers stay loss-making

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