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Lufthansa to move to 90% control of ITA Airways, formalizing majority stake deal for EUR325 million

Lufthansa has confirmed it is formalizing its option to buy an additional 49% in ITA Airways, taking its stake to 90% for EUR325 million. The move follows the group’s earlier plan to secure control in late 2Q26/early 2027, extending Lufthansa’s integration of ITA into its systems and alliance operations.

2026-05-12T02:05:54.075685-07:00

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Rocket Lab to acquire Motiv Space Systems, bringing Mars-proven robotics and precision mechanism capabilities in-house

2026-05-11T06:19:48.716854-07:00

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Hughes Network Systems reports Q1 2026 drop in broadband subscribers and service revenue amid intensified competition

2026-05-11T14:07:38.120793-07:00

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Portugal appoints commission to monitor sale of Azores Airlines

2026-05-11T07:06:49.260534-07:00

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Lufthansa to move to 90% control of ITA Airways, formalizing majority stake deal for EUR325 million Lufthansa has confirmed it is formalizing its option to buy an additional 49% in ITA Airways, taking its stake to 90% for EUR325 million. The move follows the group’s earlier plan to secure control in late 2Q26/early 2027, extending Lufthansa’s integration of ITA into its systems and alliance operations.

2026-05-12T02:05:54.075685-07:00

Lufthansa to move to 90% control of ITA Airways, formalizing majority stake deal for EUR325 million

Via Satellite

Vitesse Systems and Accelint merge into Lyntris to build connected-battlefield defense technology Vitesse Systems and Accelint have combined to form a new defense tech company, Lyntris, positioned around the “connected battlefield.” The move consolidates both firms’ capabilities into a single platform aimed at improving how defense systems share information and coordinate in operational environments.

2026-05-11T14:07:51.156924-07:00

Vitesse Systems and Accelint merge into Lyntris to build connected-battlefield defense technology

Via Satellite

Hughes Network Systems reports Q1 2026 drop in broadband subscribers and service revenue amid intensified competition Hughes Network Systems said its satellite broadband business posted a decline in broadband subscribers and service revenue in Q1 2026, attributing the weakness to competitive pressure from other satcom providers and alternative connectivity technologies. The update points to softer demand dynamics even as Hughes continues inflight connectivity execution.

2026-05-11T14:07:38.120793-07:00

Hughes Network Systems reports Q1 2026 drop in broadband subscribers and service revenue amid intensified competition

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Portugal appoints commission to monitor sale of Azores Airlines Portugal has appointed a commission to monitor the sale of Azores Airlines, according to ch-aviation’s coverage. The oversight step signals heightened scrutiny of the airline’s ownership transition amid broader restructuring and investment activity in the Portuguese air sector.

2026-05-11T07:06:49.260534-07:00

Portugal appoints commission to monitor sale of Azores Airlines

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Rocket Lab to acquire Motiv Space Systems, bringing Mars-proven robotics and precision mechanism capabilities in-house Rocket Lab has agreed to acquire Motiv Space Systems, a move designed to expand its internal space-robotics portfolio. Motiv is known for multi-degree-of-freedom robotic arms, actuators and drive electronics used on missions including NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover, CADRE lunar rovers and precision scientific-instrument mechanisms.

2026-05-11T06:19:48.716854-07:00

Rocket Lab to acquire Motiv Space Systems, bringing Mars-proven robotics and precision mechanism capabilities in-house

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Air France-KLM reportedly weighs name change as group expansion beyond core brands adds SAS and possible TAP Air France-KLM Group is reportedly considering dropping or changing the “Air France-KLM” name as its brand portfolio becomes less aligned with the original pairing. The shift is linked to growth ambitions and potential further integration of brands such as SAS and possibly TAP Portugal.

2026-05-10T04:17:39.874981-07:00

Air France-KLM reportedly weighs name change as group expansion beyond core brands adds SAS and possible TAP

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Rocket Lab stock jumps after record Q1 revenue; Neutron momentum drives $30M HASTE hypersonic contract and Motiv Space robotics Rocket Lab shares surged 34% in its best day ever after the company reported record quarterly revenue in Q1 2026 and momentum ahead of Neutron’s next steps. Rocket Lab also agreed to acquire Motiv Space Systems to deepen space robotics and won a $30 million Anduril contract for multiple hypersonic HASTE test flights.

2026-05-08T14:20:22.810713-07:00

Rocket Lab stock jumps after record Q1 revenue; Neutron momentum drives $30M HASTE hypersonic contract and Motiv Space robotics

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Atlas Air to acquire Flight Services International, expanding aviation services footprint via M&A Atlas Air says it is acquiring Flight Services International, a move that signals continued consolidation in aviation services for commercial and business-aviation operators. The transaction adds scale and capabilities through ownership change, with potential implications for how customers source support and manage service relationships.

2026-05-08T13:08:25.124927-07:00

Atlas Air to acquire Flight Services International, expanding aviation services footprint via M&A

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Lufthansa to move to 90% control of ITA Airways, formalizing majority stake deal for EUR325 million

Rocket Lab to acquire Motiv Space Systems, bringing Mars-proven robotics and precision mechanism capabilities in-house

Hughes Network Systems reports Q1 2026 drop in broadband subscribers and service revenue amid intensified competition

Portugal appoints commission to monitor sale of Azores Airlines

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