Vietnam Airlines has received regulatory approval to issue 900 million additional shares to the public, a move that will raise its charter capital by $344 million, bringing the total to approximately $1.2 billion. This capital injection is part of a broader financial restructuring effort aimed at strengthening the airline’s balance sheet following pandemic-related challenges.
Libyan Airlines, the state-owned flag carrier of Libya, has issued a public statement refuting recent bankruptcy rumors, affirming that the airline remains operational. While the carrier acknowledges facing significant financial and technical challenges, it has confirmed that services continue and that government support is being actively pursued to stabilize operations.
Air Moana, based in French Polynesia, has received significant financial backing from the government of Tahiti through a strategic equity and loan guarantee arrangement involving Natireva, the parent company overseeing the airline’s development. Tahiti has acquired 54 shares of Natireva for a symbolic investment of $54, an administrative step designed to unlock a much larger financial mechanism: a $5.7 million loan guarantee.
Air Senegal, the national carrier of Senegal, has initiated discussions with Boeing as part of a strategic push by the government to revitalize the airline’s operations. The talks focused on fleet expansion, maintenance support, and technical training programs, aiming to restore the airline’s competitiveness and operational resilience.
The proposed merger between GOL and Azul, two of Brazil’s largest airlines, has received government support, with the country’s ports and airports minister stating that the move would strengthen the aviation sector and prevent either airline from facing financial difficulties.
The Australian government has confirmed plans to acquire the remaining debt of Rex Airlines, valued at $31 million, from investor PAG (Singapore). This move signifies the government’s commitment to supporting the domestic aviation industry and ensuring the financial stability of one of its key regional carriers.
