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NHV Group expands offshore wind operations with Airbus H175 multirole helicopters

NHV Group is expanding offshore wind operations by integrating Airbus H175 helicopters into its fleet, citing the type’s multirole capability as a key enabler for expanded windfarm support. The move underscores growing operator confidence in medium‑twin rotorcraft for energy‑sector mission sets.

2026-03-20T11:58:15.671640-07:00

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High Court finds ex‑interim CEO breached duties after lobbying to block Chinese investment in UK aerospace firm

2026-03-20T11:34:55.775165-07:00

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Vallfirest acquires Water Hog bucket system to push into global aerial firefighting market

2026-03-20T11:38:21.014795-07:00

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Spire targets 50% revenue growth in 2026 after maritime divestment and debt paydown

2026-03-19T12:49:02.359152-07:00

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NHV Group expands offshore wind operations with Airbus H175 multirole helicopters NHV Group is expanding offshore wind operations by integrating Airbus H175 helicopters into its fleet, citing the type’s multirole capability as a key enabler for expanded windfarm support. The move underscores growing operator confidence in medium‑twin rotorcraft for energy‑sector mission sets.

2026-03-20T11:58:15.671640-07:00

NHV Group expands offshore wind operations with Airbus H175 multirole helicopters

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Vallfirest acquires Water Hog bucket system to push into global aerial firefighting market Vallfirest has acquired the Water Hog external bucket system, adding the firefighting tool to its product portfolio and aiming to expand in international aerial wildfire markets for firefighting operators and agencies worldwide. The move consolidates a key helicopter bucket product under Vallfirest's ownership, strengthening its aerial firefighting offerings.

2026-03-20T11:38:21.014795-07:00

Vallfirest acquires Water Hog bucket system to push into global aerial firefighting market

Reuters

High Court finds ex‑interim CEO breached duties after lobbying to block Chinese investment in UK aerospace firm London's High Court found the then‑interim chief executive of a British aerospace firm breached his fiduciary duties after lobbying ministers to intervene and block a transaction that would have increased Chinese investment in the company. The judgment centres on executive conduct during sensitive inbound foreign investment negotiations.

2026-03-20T11:34:55.775165-07:00

High Court finds ex‑interim CEO breached duties after lobbying to block Chinese investment in UK aerospace firm

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RWB Group reportedly scouting acquisition of a Russian airline RWB Group is reportedly scouting to acquire a Russian airline, according to a ch-aviation report. The subscriber-only story provides no details on the prospective target, valuation or timetable. No comment from RWB or any carrier has been published. Further reporting is expected.

2026-03-20T00:09:55.017695-07:00

RWB Group reportedly scouting acquisition of a Russian airline

Via Satellite

Spire targets 50% revenue growth in 2026 after maritime divestment and debt paydown After divesting its maritime business and paying down debt in 2025, Spire Global told investors it is targeting 50% revenue growth for 2026, CEO Theresa Condor said. The target was announced during investor briefings as the company shifts following last year’s portfolio and balance-sheet changes.

2026-03-19T12:49:02.359152-07:00

Spire targets 50% revenue growth in 2026 after maritime divestment and debt paydown

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Portugal ties TAP privatization to nationwide airport investment; bidders given April 2 deadline Portugal's prime minister said any buyer of TAP Air Portugal must commit to strengthening all national airports, and set April 2 as the deadline for non‑binding offers from IAG, Air France‑KLM and the Lufthansa Group. The condition adds explicit infrastructure obligations to prospective bids.

2026-03-19T05:34:43.242808-07:00

Portugal ties TAP privatization to nationwide airport investment; bidders given April 2 deadline

Reuters

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BAE Systems exits Air Astana, selling remaining 6.9% stake after nearly 25 years BAE Systems is selling its remaining 6.9% stake in Air Astana to institutional investors, fully exiting the carrier it helped found in 2001. The placing values the holding at roughly $31 million based on a $5.10 per‑GDR offering and follows earlier secondary sales.

2026-03-19T01:19:32.044702-07:00

BAE Systems exits Air Astana, selling remaining 6.9% stake after nearly 25 years

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China Eastern Air Holding buys 33.97M A‑shares (CNY159.7m / US$23.2m) to raise stake China Eastern Air Holding, parent of China Eastern Airlines (MU, Shanghai Hongqiao), purchased 33,971,300 A‑shares valued at CNY159.7 million (about US$23.2 million) to increase its stake in the carrier. The purchase comes as Chinese carriers have been active with share transactions and major A320neo fleet commitments in recent weeks.

2026-03-18T19:38:15.419737-07:00

China Eastern Air Holding buys 33.97M A‑shares (CNY159.7m / US$23.2m) to raise stake

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NHV Group expands offshore wind operations with Airbus H175 multirole helicopters

High Court finds ex‑interim CEO breached duties after lobbying to block Chinese investment in UK aerospace firm

Vallfirest acquires Water Hog bucket system to push into global aerial firefighting market

Spire targets 50% revenue growth in 2026 after maritime divestment and debt paydown

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