IAG (UK) has announced the completion of the first US$567 million tranche of its US$1.13 billion share buyback program, following the last share acquisition on 29 May 2025. This strategic move is part of IAG’s broader plan to return value to shareholders and strengthen its financial position.
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (UAE) has signed a US$300 million three-year unsecured term loan agreement with Bank of China (Dubai) Branch, Bank of China, London Branch, and Bank of China (Hong Kong). The loan proceeds will be allocated for general corporate purposes, providing Dubai Aerospace Enterprise with increased financial flexibility.
Air Incheon (South Korea) has nearly finalized the financing required to acquire Asiana Cargo (South Korea). This critical funding milestone involved the participation of approximately ten companies and saw Hyundai Glovis (South Korea) spearhead the effort by raising a total of US$434 million.
Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary is set to receive shares worth an impressive $111 million as part of a performance-based incentive program. The payout comes after the company met a significant performance target, signaling the airline’s robust operational and financial health despite industry challenges.
Regional Plus Wings, the Japanese holding company overseeing regional carriers Air Do and Solaseed Air, reported a net loss of $3.6 million for the fiscal year ending March 2025. The group also posted a 3.7% increase in operating revenue, reaching $728.2 million, indicating ongoing recovery but continued cost pressures.
Joby Aviation, the California-based developer of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, has announced the successful closing of the first $250 million tranche of a previously disclosed strategic investment from Toyota Motor Corporation. The funding reinforces Toyota’s commitment to supporting Joby’s efforts in bringing electric air mobility to market.
Investec Aviation, a UK-based aviation finance specialist, has successfully completed a senior debt facility on behalf of Barings, a global investment management firm headquartered in the United States. The financing is tied to a portfolio of 12 end-of-life narrowbody aircraft, all of which are leased to multiple airline operators worldwide.
Avolon Holdings, a leading Irish aircraft leasing company, has had its credit outlook revised from stable to positive by S&P Global Ratings. The change applies to both the company’s issuer credit rating and its senior unsecured debt rating, which remain at BBB- but now carry a more optimistic future projection.
AirAsia X reported a net profit of $11.8 million for the first quarter of 2025, supported by a modest 3% increase in revenue to $222.3 million. The Malaysia-based long-haul low-cost carrier continues its post-pandemic recovery and has made key progress toward restoring full operations.
Surf Air Mobility, a U.S.-based regional air travel and electric aviation company, has announced that Sudhin Shahani, its Co-Founder and Board Member, has made a significant equity purchase directly from the company. The transaction, valued at approximately $1 million, involved the acquisition of 408,163 shares of common stock at market price.
