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Reuters • Mike Stone

Bidders Approach $8 Billion Jeppesen Acquisition

Private equity firms and an aerospace supplier are vying to acquire Boeing's Jeppesen navigation unit, with bids exceeding $8 billion, according to insider sources. This strategic divestiture aligns with Boeing's focus on core operations amidst increased market competition.

2025-03-28T11:29:54.902504-07:00

Nikkei Asia

SMFL LCI Joint Venture Acquires Macquarie Rotorcraft for Over $1 Billion

2025-03-09T14:38:54.970381-07:00

AeroTime

Air France-KLM and Lufthansa Compete for Air Europa Control

2025-03-11T06:59:15.834812-07:00

ch-aviation

CMA CGM Bids for Air Belgium Cargo to Expand Air Freight Operations

2025-03-20T06:48:52.333044-07:00

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SpaceNews.com

Telesat's LEO Strategy Validated Amid Starlink's GEO Impact Geopolitical changes are prompting increased government interest in Telesat's Lightspeed LEO plans, as Starlink continues to erode the Canadian operator's geostationary (GEO) satellite business. This shift underscores Telesat's strategic pivot to expand beyond traditional satellite operations.

2025-03-28T14:19:55.445457-07:00

Telesat's LEO Strategy Validated Amid Starlink's GEO Impact

Reuters

Airbus, Thales, and Leonardo in EU Talks for Satellite Merger Airbus, Thales, and Leonardo have initiated preliminary discussions with EU antitrust regulators regarding a potential merger of their satellite businesses. This move could significantly reshape the European satellite sector, potentially altering competitive dynamics within the industry.

2025-03-28T12:32:16.659917-07:00

Airbus, Thales, and Leonardo in EU Talks for Satellite Merger

Reuters

Bidders Approach $8 Billion Jeppesen Acquisition Private equity firms and an aerospace supplier are vying to acquire Boeing's Jeppesen navigation unit, with bids exceeding $8 billion, according to insider sources. This strategic divestiture aligns with Boeing's focus on core operations amidst increased market competition.

2025-03-28T11:29:54.902504-07:00

Bidders Approach $8 Billion Jeppesen Acquisition

Airline Economics

Blackstone Acquires 22% Stake in AGS Airports for £235 Million Blackstone has acquired a 22% stake in AGS Airports, which operates Glasgow, Aberdeen, and Southampton airports, from AviAlliance for £235 million. AviAlliance retains a 78% majority. The investment is expected to support AGS's growth, leveraging a diverse airline portfolio and capacity expansions.

2025-03-28T09:35:18.897742-07:00

Blackstone Acquires 22% Stake in AGS Airports for £235 Million

Financial Times

European Firms Leverage Production for Defense Boom Amid a surge in defense spending, European industrial groups are repurposing facilities and technology for military applications. This pivot highlights the strategic shift in response to growing geopolitical tensions and defense demands.

2025-03-26T22:05:16.566144-07:00

European Firms Leverage Production for Defense Boom

Flying Magazine

Falling Interest Rates Reshape Aircraft Finance Market The aircraft finance sector is experiencing a pivotal shift as falling interest rates create new opportunities for buyers. This trend offers strategic advantages to stakeholders, allowing them to capitalize on favorable lending conditions while navigating the complexities of the aviation industry's financial landscape.

2025-03-26T04:08:05.439543-07:00

Falling Interest Rates Reshape Aircraft Finance Market

Reuters

SMBC Resolves Disputes Over Russian-Stranded Jets with Insurers SMBC Aviation Capital has secured settlements in Irish courts with multiple insurers concerning aircraft stranded in Russia due to 2022 sanctions. The situation highlights ongoing complexities in the aircraft leasing industry amidst geopolitical tensions.

2025-03-21T08:51:59.163936-07:00

SMBC Resolves Disputes Over Russian-Stranded Jets with Insurers

FlightGlobal

US Approves $100M APKWS Sale to Saudi Arabia via BAE Systems The U.S. government has authorized the sale of 2,000 Advanced Precision Kill Weapons Systems to Saudi Arabia. The deal, valued at $100 million, will be executed through BAE Systems as the primary contractor. This move is part of ongoing defense collaborations between the two nations.

2025-03-20T22:55:28.646427-07:00

US Approves $100M APKWS Sale to Saudi Arabia via BAE Systems

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