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Honeywell Aerospace files SEC registration for spin‑off; separation expected Q3, reveals post‑spin leadership and executive pay

Honeywell Aerospace has filed registration with the US SEC to separate and become an independent, publicly traded company, targeting completion in Q3. The filing details the planned post‑spin leadership team, executive appointments and disclosed compensation packages ahead of the separation.

2026-03-04T09:31:29.282746-08:00

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Return of the (space) SPAC — renewed SPAC activity reshapes space-sector capital markets

2026-03-04T08:11:17.893864-08:00

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Local bidder accuses Australian government of ignoring offer to buy Rex Airlines

2026-03-03T19:37:25.135827-08:00

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EchoStar gives limited guidance on capital plans after selling spectrum rights to SpaceX

2026-03-03T12:53:18.485501-08:00

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Honeywell Aerospace files SEC registration for spin‑off; separation expected Q3, reveals post‑spin leadership and executive pay Honeywell Aerospace has filed registration with the US SEC to separate and become an independent, publicly traded company, targeting completion in Q3. The filing details the planned post‑spin leadership team, executive appointments and disclosed compensation packages ahead of the separation.

2026-03-04T09:31:29.282746-08:00

Honeywell Aerospace files SEC registration for spin‑off; separation expected Q3, reveals post‑spin leadership and executive pay

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Return of the (space) SPAC — renewed SPAC activity reshapes space-sector capital markets SPACs are resurging as a route to public markets for space companies, altering capital flows across launch, satellite and services firms. Renewed SPAC activity is reshaping valuation benchmarks, exit pathways and competitive dynamics for startups and investors in the commercial space sector.

2026-03-04T08:11:17.893864-08:00

Return of the (space) SPAC — renewed SPAC activity reshapes space-sector capital markets

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Local bidder accuses Australian government of ignoring offer to buy Rex Airlines A local consortium has accused the Australian government of disregarding its bid to acquire regional carrier Rex Airlines, alleging the sale process overlooked domestic offers. The claim adds political scrutiny to Rex’s ownership transfer and raises questions about transparency in bidder evaluation.

2026-03-03T19:37:25.135827-08:00

Local bidder accuses Australian government of ignoring offer to buy Rex Airlines

Via Satellite

EchoStar gives limited guidance on capital plans after selling spectrum rights to SpaceX EchoStar said it is not ready to disclose how it will deploy capital following the planned sale of spectrum rights to SpaceX, offering few details to investors and partners. The lack of guidance leaves uncertainty over whether proceeds will fund satellite, broadband, or other strategic initiatives.

2026-03-03T12:53:18.485501-08:00

EchoStar gives limited guidance on capital plans after selling spectrum rights to SpaceX

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West Star Aviation acquires DCJet to expand Mid‑Atlantic footprint and nationwide AOG response West Star Aviation has completed its acquisition of DCJet, a field‑maintenance and Aircraft on Ground (AOG) specialist, expanding West Star’s Mid‑Atlantic presence and strengthening its nationwide AOG and business‑aviation MRO network. The deal is intended to increase AOG service capacity and responsiveness.

2026-03-03T11:21:27.331082-08:00

West Star Aviation acquires DCJet to expand Mid‑Atlantic footprint and nationwide AOG response

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Tinicum-Blackstone consortium makes takeover proposal for UK supplier Senior Plc; company in talks and delays $54m buyback UK aerospace supplier Senior Plc said it has received a takeover proposal from a consortium including Tinicum and Blackstone and is in talks after rejecting multiple cash offers. The company has delayed a previously announced $54m share buyback while negotiations continue.

2026-03-03T02:11:51.810468-08:00

Tinicum-Blackstone consortium makes takeover proposal for UK supplier Senior Plc; company in talks and delays $54m buyback

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SES flags 2025 revenue and EBITDA misses after Intelsat takeover; growth to resume in 2027 Seven months after completing its acquisition of Intelsat, SES warned it will miss revenue and EBITDA targets for 2025. The satellite operator said that, despite near‑term shortfalls tied to the deal, growth is expected to resume in 2027 as integration progresses.

2026-03-02T11:35:24.147915-08:00

SES flags 2025 revenue and EBITDA misses after Intelsat takeover; growth to resume in 2027

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Gogo Sees Upside as Galileo and 5G Activations Near After Satcom Direct Merger Gogo reported steady top-line performance in the first year following its merger with Satcom Direct, as the company shifts customers onto its Gogo 5G air-to-ground network and the Galileo LEO platform for business aviation. Management says commercial activations for both platforms are approaching, underpinning near-term upside.

2026-03-02T11:01:33.898144-08:00

Gogo Sees Upside as Galileo and 5G Activations Near After Satcom Direct Merger

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Honeywell Aerospace files SEC registration for spin‑off; separation expected Q3, reveals post‑spin leadership and executive pay

Return of the (space) SPAC — renewed SPAC activity reshapes space-sector capital markets

Local bidder accuses Australian government of ignoring offer to buy Rex Airlines

EchoStar gives limited guidance on capital plans after selling spectrum rights to SpaceX

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