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Norse Atlantic raises NOK 0.5-per-share rights issue to fund balance sheet as it opens sale/merger/partnership review

Norse Atlantic has raised $110 million in gross proceeds via a rights issue at NOK 0.5 per share to strengthen its financial position. In parallel, the carrier has launched a strategic review that could lead to a sale, merger, or partnership, signaling optionality as it targets improved profitability.

2026-04-15T03:54:27.048557-07:00

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Rocket Lab closes $155.3M acquisition of Mynaric, expanding its space systems push with laser optical communications terminals

2026-04-14T15:23:55.982820-07:00

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Amazon to acquire Globalstar in $11.57bn satcom push, adds Direct-to-Device capability to challenge Starlink

2026-04-14T05:06:40.010217-07:00

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United CEO Scott Kirby reportedly floats potential acquisition of American Airlines in talks with US officials

2026-04-13T16:12:31.516578-07:00

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Norse Atlantic raises NOK 0.5-per-share rights issue to fund balance sheet as it opens sale/merger/partnership review Norse Atlantic has raised $110 million in gross proceeds via a rights issue at NOK 0.5 per share to strengthen its financial position. In parallel, the carrier has launched a strategic review that could lead to a sale, merger, or partnership, signaling optionality as it targets improved profitability.

2026-04-15T03:54:27.048557-07:00

Norse Atlantic raises NOK 0.5-per-share rights issue to fund balance sheet as it opens sale/merger/partnership review

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Rocket Lab closes $155.3M acquisition of Mynaric, expanding its space systems push with laser optical communications terminals After regulatory clearance, Rocket Lab has completed its acquisition of German optical communications terminal (OCT) supplier Mynaric for $155.3 million ($5.3 million above the originally agreed price). The company plans to scale Mynaric’s production capacity to deliver lasercom at the volume and speed sought by commercial and government satellite customers worldwide.

2026-04-14T15:23:55.982820-07:00

Rocket Lab closes $155.3M acquisition of Mynaric, expanding its space systems push with laser optical communications terminals

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Spirit Airlines seeks to reject 7 Airbus A321neo and 4 Airbus A320neo aircraft Spirit Airlines is asking to reject seven Airbus A321neo and four Airbus A320neo aircraft, setting up a potential break or renegotiation of delivery/acceptance obligations tied to its A320neo-family fleet. The move signals continued legal leverage as the carrier works through its restructuring timeline.

2026-04-14T07:58:22.111672-07:00

Spirit Airlines seeks to reject 7 Airbus A321neo and 4 Airbus A320neo aircraft

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Amazon to acquire Globalstar in $11.57bn satcom push, adds Direct-to-Device capability to challenge Starlink Amazon has agreed to buy Globalstar for $11.57 billion as it accelerates its low-Earth-orbit strategy and competes with SpaceX’s Starlink. The deal combines Globalstar satellites, radio-frequency spectrum, and operational expertise to enable future Amazon Leo Direct-to-Device (D2D) services. Amazon also has a stated agreement with Apple tied to Globalstar.

2026-04-14T05:06:40.010217-07:00

Amazon to acquire Globalstar in $11.57bn satcom push, adds Direct-to-Device capability to challenge Starlink

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United CEO Scott Kirby reportedly floats potential acquisition of American Airlines in talks with US officials United CEO Scott Kirby has raised the idea of combining with American Airlines with multiple US government officials, according to Reuters and Bloomberg. The discussions reportedly took place over recent months and included a meeting with President Donald Trump in late February, but have not progressed to a deal.

2026-04-13T16:12:31.516578-07:00

United CEO Scott Kirby reportedly floats potential acquisition of American Airlines in talks with US officials

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Lisbon says it will assume TAP’s former Azul debt as privatization proceeds Portugal’s Lisbon will assume TAP’s Azul debt as part of the financial mechanics around TAP Air Portugal’s privatization. The move ties the debt exposure from Azul to the state’s transfer of value during the sale process, shaping what proceeds can support the carrier going forward.

2026-04-13T05:34:41.293638-07:00

Lisbon says it will assume TAP’s former Azul debt as privatization proceeds

Wall Street Journal

Rheinmetall and Destinus launch JV to mass-produce cruise missiles and ballistic rocket artillery Rheinmetall and Destinus have agreed to form a joint venture to co-develop and manufacture cruise missiles and ballistic rocket artillery. The companies say the new entity is aimed at expanding European production of advanced missile technology, with the JV expected to be operational in the near term.

2026-04-13T01:24:54.137043-07:00

Rheinmetall and Destinus launch JV to mass-produce cruise missiles and ballistic rocket artillery

Wall Street Journal

Rheinmetall and Destinus form a joint venture to scale production of cruise missiles and rocket systems German defense prime Rheinmetall and Netherlands-based Destinus have agreed to establish a joint venture for scalable missile and rocket-system production. The deal signals Rheinmetall’s push to expand industrial capacity and broaden its portfolio of precision strike and missile offerings.

2026-04-13T01:24:54.137043-07:00

Rheinmetall and Destinus form a joint venture to scale production of cruise missiles and rocket systems

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Norse Atlantic raises NOK 0.5-per-share rights issue to fund balance sheet as it opens sale/merger/partnership review

Rocket Lab closes $155.3M acquisition of Mynaric, expanding its space systems push with laser optical communications terminals

Amazon to acquire Globalstar in $11.57bn satcom push, adds Direct-to-Device capability to challenge Starlink

United CEO Scott Kirby reportedly floats potential acquisition of American Airlines in talks with US officials

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