Tag: aviation

Equities

Thai AirAsia’s controlling shareholder will raise $143 million from IPO

Robust demand for Thai AirAsia's IPO covers the international portion more than 10 times. Together with a concurrent private placement, the total deal size will reach $229 million.

By Aiko Hayashi | 21 May 2012

Equities

More fundraising in store as Asia warms to budget airlines

Asia's low-cost carriers will tap debt and equity markets to fund growing market share, says J.P. Morgan transport analyst.

By Aiko Hayashi | 17 May 2012

Equities

Thai AirAsia’s controlling shareholder launches $145 million IPO

The total offering will include a private placement of up to $87 million, which could result in an overall deal size of as much as $232 million.

By Aiko Hayashi | 15 May 2012

Corporate

Cathay Pacific sells 15% stake in Haeco

The Hong Kong airline pockets $333 million from the sale to Swire as the company's capital expenditure and loan repayments rise.

By Edward Russell | 9 June 2010

Corporate

Jetstar and Tiger battle for Southeast Asian skies

Can Jetstar and Tiger Airways rely on growth in air travel alone to succeed?

By Edward Russell | 19 May 2010

M&A

Continental-United combo becomes largest US airline in Asia

The $3.17 billion merger between Continental Airlines and United Airlines creates a mega US carrier in Asia with no overlapping routes in the region.

By Edward Russell | 4 May 2010

Corporate

Continental Airlines connects the dots in Asia

On the eve of relaunching a Hong Kong-Guam service, Continental Airlines’ Walter Dias discusses the importance of Asia to US airlines.

By Edward Russell | 1 April 2010

Equities

AirAsia follow-on raises $144 million

Malaysian regulations governing the foreign ownership of airlines constrain the final deal size.

By Daniel Inman | 16 September 2009

M&A

Shanghai to become a one airline town

China Eastern buys Shanghai Airlines for $1.3 billion, but the success of the merger is far from assured.

By Edward Russell | 14 July 2009

Business Moves

Aircraft leasing expands in Asia

Airline losses can mean gains for aircraft lessors as airlines seek to shore-up balance sheets.

By Edward Russell | 22 October 2008

Business Moves

Middle Eastern airlines flying strong

The opening of Dubai Airport's new terminal is a sign that Middle Eastern airlines are bucking global trends and prospering.

By Edward Russell | 15 October 2008

View Point

Fuelling losses in the aviation industry

This year’s biggest talking points, the high cost of oil and the credit crunch, have pushed airlines into a painful position.

By Daniel Inman | 2 September 2008

Equities

Beijing airport raises $300 million in fresh capital

The placement is priced close to the mid-point for a 6.9% discount after at least a quarter of the deal is bought by one anchor investor.

By Anette Jönsson | 2 June 2008

Business Moves

Fear of flying to Europe

Compared to road transport, carbon emissions from aviation are relatively low, but the airline industry could pay dearly for the right to emit greenhouse gases unless it can ...

By Howard Winn | 3 March 2008

M&A

Private equity bid for Qantas is too low

As Allco Finance Group reveals its involvement in the takeover talks, analysts warn that the mooted price of A$5.20 per share for the national carrier won’t fly.

By Cherie Marriott | 24 November 2006

View Point

Flying high: China's aviation industry

CAAC forecasts strong growth

By Andrew Lockhart and Harvey Lau | 25 July 2004

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