Macquarie AirFinance Holdings, based in Ireland, has successfully priced an offering of $650 million aggregate principal amount of 5.20% Senior Notes due 2028. This private offering is part of the company’s strategic financial planning to secure long-term capital.
Avianca Group International‘s subsidiary, Avianca Midco 2, has officially announced an offer to exchange any and all of its outstanding 9.000% Tranche A-1 Senior Secured Notes for newly issued 9.000% Senior Secured Notes, both maturing in 2028. This exchange aims to provide enhanced financial flexibility and optimize the company’s capital structure.
AerCap Ireland and AerCap Global Aviation Trust, leading entities in the aircraft leasing sector, have announced the successful pricing of a $1.5 billion senior notes offering. The offering comprises $750 million in 4.875% Senior Notesdue in 2028 and an additional $750 million in 5.375% Senior Notes due in 2031.
Beond, a luxury airline based in the Maldives, has announced plans to expand its fleet to 27 aircraft within the next four years. By 2028, the carrier aims to operate flights to 54 destinations across 39 countries, reflecting its ambitious growth strategy to establish a significant presence in the global aviation market.
Air Canada has announced its plan to transfer its B737 MAX fleet to its low-cost subsidiary, Air Canada Rouge, by 2028. This strategic move aims to streamline Rouge’s operations by eventually consolidating the unit to a single fleet type, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs. Meanwhile, the mainline Air Canada unit still has 12 more B737 MAX aircraft on order, ensuring continued modernization and…
Air Nostrum (Spain) has announced its inability to meet upcoming debt repayment deadlines, prompting discussions with the Sociedad Estatal de Participaciones Industriales (SEPI) and the Instituto de Crédito Oficial (ICO). The airline faces significant financial obligations, including substantial repayments spread over the coming years.
Avolon (Ireland), a leading global aircraft leasing company, has announced a significant enhancement to its unsecured revolving credit facility. The facility, backed by a syndicate of 25 banks, has been upsized by $1 billion, bringing the total to $5.8 billion, and its maturity date has been extended by two and a half years, from April 2026 to October 2028.
EgyptAir Holding Company, under the leadership of chairman Yehia Zakaria, has unveiled ambitious plans to expand its fleet to 125 aircraft over the next five years. The airline’s growth strategy aligns with its target to serve 22 million passengers annually by 2028.
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has exercised its option to acquire three additional Airbus A350F freighters, bringing its total order to 10 aircraft. This move aligns with Etihad’s ambitious plans to expand its cargo operations significantly over the next five years.
Beond, a luxury boutique airline based in the Maldives, has outlined ambitious expansion plans to grow its fleet to six jets by 2025 and further expand to 27 aircraft by 2028. The fleet will include Airbus A320neo models, reflecting the airline’s focus on modern, fuel-efficient aircraft.
