| | | |

Portugalia and TAP’s Former CEO Cited by Portuguese Court of Auditors for Contract Non-Compliance

ByAdmin

The Portuguese Court of Auditors has identified non-compliance by Portugalia Airlines concerning the requirement for prior inspection on two amendments to an ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) contract. The Court determined that Portugalia, a subsidiary of TAP Air Portugal, neglected to follow procedural compliance by omitting required inspections before implementing contract modifications. Accountability for…

| |

Brazilian Government Open to Facilitate TAP-Azul Debt Agreement Without Direct Intervention

ByAdmin

Brazil’s government has indicated willingness to facilitate an agreement between TAP Air Portugal and Brazil’s Azul regarding a €200 million debt but emphasized no governmental interference. Silvio Costa Filho, Brazil’s Minister of Ports and Airports, reiterated this stance following discussions in Lisbon with Portuguese officials, including Miguel Pinto Luz, Portugal’s Minister of Infrastructure. Both governments…

|

TAP to Issue €350 Million in Five-Year Bonds for Debt Refinancing

ByAdmin

TAP Air Portugal announced plans to issue €350 million in five-year bonds, targeting institutional investors as part of a strategy to strengthen its financial position and extend debt maturity. The initiative aims to refinance TAP’s existing liabilities and consolidate its cash flow amidst ongoing financial challenges. The airline expects the proceeds to enhance its financial…