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Portugal probes David Neeleman over 2015 TAP takeover

Portugal is investigating David Neeleman regarding his 2015 takeover of TAP Air Portugal, adding legal and governance scrutiny to a privatization moment that has already attracted major European airline groups. The probe raises the stakes for any transaction diligence around TAP’s ownership history.

2026-05-20T06:24:30.409777-07:00

Skift

Capital A completes restructuring, swings to profit, and clears way for U.S./Hong Kong dual listing

2026-05-20T03:54:36.517538-07:00

Via Satellite

Astroscale and SKY Perfect JSAT form capital-backed alliance to accelerate on-orbit servicing

2026-05-19T11:55:55.389621-07:00

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Korean Air pilots sue Asiana Airlines union over seniority rights as integration nears

2026-05-19T15:55:06.100431-07:00

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Portugal probes David Neeleman over 2015 TAP takeover Portugal is investigating David Neeleman regarding his 2015 takeover of TAP Air Portugal, adding legal and governance scrutiny to a privatization moment that has already attracted major European airline groups. The probe raises the stakes for any transaction diligence around TAP’s ownership history.

2026-05-20T06:24:30.409777-07:00

Portugal probes David Neeleman over 2015 TAP takeover

Skift

Capital A emerges from six-year restructuring, opens route to dual listing in Hong Kong and the U.S. Capital A says it has completed a six-year restructuring and is now positioning for an “ambitious twin-listing” plan spanning Hong Kong and the U.S. The update signals a shift from balance-sheet clean-up toward new capital-market access and broader investor reach.

2026-05-20T04:04:03.873358-07:00

Capital A emerges from six-year restructuring, opens route to dual listing in Hong Kong and the U.S.

Skift

Capital A completes restructuring, swings to profit, and clears way for U.S./Hong Kong dual listing Capital A Berhad says it has closed a six-year restructuring period and is positioning for a twin-track listing strategy in Hong Kong and the U.S. Financially, the group reported a net profit of 25.1 million Malaysian ringgits in the March-ending quarter, reversing its Q1 2025 net loss of 190.4 million ringgits.

2026-05-20T03:54:36.517538-07:00

Capital A completes restructuring, swings to profit, and clears way for U.S./Hong Kong dual listing

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Korean Air pilots sue Asiana Airlines union over seniority rights as integration nears Korean Air pilots have filed a lawsuit against the Asiana Airlines union, challenging seniority treatment during the carrier’s post-merger labor integration. The legal move spotlights unresolved disputes over job and pay progression among pilots ahead of the Dec. 17, 2026 effective date for the Korean Air–Asiana combination.

2026-05-19T15:55:06.100431-07:00

Korean Air pilots sue Asiana Airlines union over seniority rights as integration nears

Via Satellite

Astroscale and SKY Perfect JSAT form capital-backed alliance to accelerate on-orbit servicing Astroscale and SKY Perfect JSAT announced a strategic capital and business partnership in which SKY Perfect JSAT will invest in Astroscale. The companies say the move is designed to collaborate on on-orbit servicing and broader space-infrastructure initiatives, targeting more reliable, sustainable spacecraft operations.

2026-05-19T11:55:55.389621-07:00

Astroscale and SKY Perfect JSAT form capital-backed alliance to accelerate on-orbit servicing

Payload

York Space Systems to acquire Solestial, expanding its space-technology footprint via fresh M&A York Space Systems (YSS) is moving forward with an acquisition of Solestial. The reported deal adds a major M&A item to a year that already includes York’s positioning for evolving defense- and space-contracting demand.

2026-05-19T06:03:59.792411-07:00

York Space Systems to acquire Solestial, expanding its space-technology footprint via fresh M&A

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Norse Atlantic appoints JPMorgan as sale advisor ahead of potential transaction Norse Atlantic Airways has appointed JPMorgan Chase to prepare for a potential sale in the coming months. The appointment underscores the carrier’s active transition from optionality toward a defined process, building on its previously disclosed strategic review that could result in a sale, merger, or partnership.

2026-05-19T02:10:42.616792-07:00

Norse Atlantic appoints JPMorgan as sale advisor ahead of potential transaction

Bloomberg

Delta CEO Ed Bastian: stay out of U.S. airline consolidation, back global expansion via partnerships Delta CEO Ed Bastian said he will sit out U.S. aviation market consolidation and focus on expanding abroad through partnerships. The stance comes as high fuel prices and a transaction-minded administration could reshape domestic dealmaking, even as Delta leans into international growth rather than mergers.

2026-05-18T11:41:17.563894-07:00

Delta CEO Ed Bastian: stay out of U.S. airline consolidation, back global expansion via partnerships

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Portugal probes David Neeleman over 2015 TAP takeover

Capital A completes restructuring, swings to profit, and clears way for U.S./Hong Kong dual listing

Astroscale and SKY Perfect JSAT form capital-backed alliance to accelerate on-orbit servicing

Korean Air pilots sue Asiana Airlines union over seniority rights as integration nears

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