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EasyJet shares bullish as Castlelake’ weighs possible buyout offer

by the Logistics TransportIn the the General Assembly

British low-cost airline easyJet said in a statement published on Monday that US-based private investment firm Castlelake’ had registered interest in the possible takeover. After the news, the airline's shares are in early transactions %Increased by more than 12’.

Castlelake confirmed the rumors on Friday, saying that “ is in the early stages of evaluating a possible proposal, stressing that no approach has yet been taken to the easyJet board of directors. “There can be no certainty as to whether any offer will be made or the terms of any offer.”

The British low-cost airline, “, said in a statement that it was clear about the Board's task of targeting maximizing shareholder value and would consider any proposals if they were made. However, “ added that the Board would be particularly careful about its valuation and deliverability in any assessment.

Dan Coatsworth, market manager at AJ Bell, said “EasyJet’'s largest shareholders are unlikely to accept a takeover offer unless there is a knockout price.

Coatsworth said the airline is facing its toughest period since the Covid-19 pandemic, largely due to rising jet fuel prices linked to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz ’ following the conflict involving Iran’.

The airline's statement also stated: “Kurul points out the extremely opportunistic timing when easyJet’'s share price temporarily falls due to the current situation in the Middle East’ and its impact on customer confidence and jet fuel prices.”

easyJet shares in London’ on Monday morning %In 12 increments, 445.80p was traded from ’. Due to increased fuel costs and travel cuts caused by conflicts in the Middle East’, there has been a 23 percent drop in the last 12 months.

EasyJet added that “ remains in a strong position, backed by strong customer satisfaction and high employee engagement, as well as a net cash position, an investable balance sheet, and is highly confident in the company's strategy and ” ability to deliver attractive long-term value to “ shareholders.

“Board highlights significant regulatory, financial and other implementation challenges related to the potential takeover of easyJet’.”

Coatsworth, “Given its history of investment linked to the aviation industry, there is a logic to Castlelake’'s interest in this business, ” said. The biggest unknown is whether easyJet will want to run “ in its current form or simply reverse it when market conditions improve.’

Under UK takeover rules, Castlelake’ has until 26 June’ to either make an official offer for easyJet or announce that it has no intention of continuing.

Ryanair’in profit, despite Boeing’in delays and fuel crisis %€2.26 billion increased by 40 to €’

by the Logistics TransportIn the the General Assembly

Ryanair reported record post-tax profits of €2.26 billion for the year up to March 2026’; in relation to the previous fiscal year. %It represents an increase of 40’, warning that fluctuations in oil prices and geopolitical risks remain key concerns for the airline industry.

Despite ongoing delays in Boeing aircraft deliveries that have restricted capacity growth, the number of passengers in the 2025-26 period %4 increased to 208.4 million.

It happens to the passenger %Due to the high wages at the rate of 10 %7 increase, while operating costs are only %6 increase in unit cost %1’de held it. The Total Income increased to 15.54 billion Euro’.

CEO Michael O’Leary said Ryanair’'s fuel risk hedging strategy has mitigated the direct impact of the recent rise in oil prices caused by the Iran war and concerns over shipping routes in the Gulf ’.

Ryanair estimates fuel needs for the current fiscal year ’ini said it protected it from about $67 per barrel until April 2027’.

Middle East tensions overshadow airline's appearance

The carrier warned that instability in the Middle East’ continues to create uncertainty for airlines and energy markets globally.

Ryanair said in its earnings statement that the sector would continue to suffer potential disruption if tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil transit route, escalated further.

But the company believes it is uniquely positioned to take advantage of the potential collapse of other European ​​ airlines.

In an interview with CNBC on Monday, CFO Neil Sorahan said that “I think prices will stay high longer, which puts Ryanair’i in a particularly strong position given our strong fuel protection.

In an interview with CNBC in April, the CEO of Ryanair’in confidently stated that the company could profit from the disruption of other airlines.

O’Leary said at the time: “, I think there will be failures. If it continues at $150 per barrel in July, August and September, then you will see that European ​​ airlines have failed, and this will probably be good for Ryanair’'s business in the medium term.”

It's a FILE. Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary speaks at a press conference at ’ in Brussels’ in September 2022

The airline refused to publish detailed profit guidance for fiscal year 2026-27, citing limited visibility into future fees, consumer demand and fuel costs.

Ryanair said summer bookings remain generally strong, although customers continue to book flights close to departure dates due to wider economic uncertainty.

Boeing delivery delays remain a constraint

Ryanair said delays affecting Boeing aircraft deliveries continue to restrict European ’'s opportunities for expansion in the short-haul aviation market.

The airline expects traffic to increase to around 216 million passengers this year, with the gradual introduction of additional Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.

O’Leary also warned that aircraft shortages and supply chain constraints affecting the wider aviation sector will likely continue for several more years, limiting industrial capacity growth across Europe.

Ryanair argued that tighter market capacity should continue to support fees, especially for low-cost carriers with a scale advantage and strong balance sheets.

The company also confirmed that negotiations are ongoing on the extension of its contract, which will allow O’Leary’ to serve as CEO until 2032.

AirBaltic CEO ’ Musk praises new Starlink installation despite ’'s controversy

by the Logistics TransportIn the the General Assembly

AirBaltic CEO Martin Gauss defended the firm's decision to partner with Space X’in Starlink to provide customers with in-flight internet.

Euronews’e said: “ has made some controversial headlines because Elon Musk owns this company. But the technology, of course, is phenomenal.”

I'm sure that ten years from now, this kind of high-speed internet will be a standard in our industry, “ added.

The Latvian airline announced in late February that it would equip its Airbus A220-300 fleet with Starlink-powered Wi-Fi, becoming the first European ​​ airline to integrate this technology.

Half of the fleet of 50 vehicles will be equipped in the first six months of the year, while the rest will be modernized by the end of 2025.

While many broadcasters were positively involved in the airBaltic Starlink collaboration, some were unhappy with the decision to partner with billionaire Elon Musk.

One user wrote that Musk’'s social platform X’te “Musk’'s actions threaten the existence of Latvia’.

User, you must not sponsor “O. I was looking forward to flying over Riga with Air Baltic, but it ruined the fun, I have to rethink it, ” added.

Another person claimed that they had boycotted the airline: “There is no support for Musk and Trump’ at this time.”

Others were more supportive of the news; One user stated: “Congratulations on pushing the boundaries of aviation and space technology, a major milestone for airBaltic and SpaceX.”

Some airlines outside Europe have also partnered with Elon Musk’'s Starlink’ to offer in-flight Wi-Fi.

Qatar Airways and Hawaiian Airlines already offer this service, while United Airlines of ’, USA, is currently in the process of installation.

Musk’'s political activism

Musk, who also owns EV firm Tesla’, became more politically active last year.

Sales of Tesla vehicles have been declining recently, and this is a trend that some analysts associate with Musk’'s political rhetoric.

The South African entrepreneur, in particular US President Donald Trump, is a supporter of ’ and has donated at least $288 million (€264 million) to help elect the President and other Republican candidates.

Musk currently heads ’na (DOGE), the Department of Government Productivity created by Trump to cut government spending.

Outside the United States, Germany has shown support for the far-right AfD party in ’, as well as the British far-right Tommy Robinson’a. Robinson is currently in jail in ’, England, for contempt of court.

UkraineSupport ’

RussiaAs for ’'s war in Ukraine’, Musk has not always been the defender of the small country.

Tesla CEO’ created a Twitter poll on 2022’, suggesting that Crimea’ should be officially recognized as part of Russia’.

Musk also acknowledged that in the same year, he limited Starlink satellite service to Ukrainian authorities, and Ukraine, ’, blocked a drone attack.

X’e wrote: “If I had accepted their wishes, then SpaceX would have been clearly complicit in a major act of war and escalation of conflicts.”

Earlier this week, Musk said that if Starlink shuts down its satellite system Ukraine’'s entire front line “ would collapse.

The EU is currently working with major satellite operators to look for alternatives to Starlink’e and sees Musk’ as an unreliable backer.

Luxembourg’dan SES, Spain’dan Hisdesat, England’den Inmarsat’'s owner Viasat and France’dan Eutelsat/OneWeb said they had talks with EU officials last week.

AirBaltic’in UkraineInvestment in ’

CEO Martin Gauss said that Euronews’e airBaltic’in “Ukraine’ is a very strong supporter” and “ is really committed to investing in the country after the conflict.

We have a very special relationship with “Baltic countries. That is why we will really want to help in the early phase of the reconstruction of Ukraine’ said.

Gauss explained that airBaltic’in Ukraineis working with airports in ’, especially Kiev and Lviv’, to ensure that they are ready to start operations as soon as it is safe. This could be the same day as the truce.

“ said, "We were the last to leave, and we will be the first to enter." “But, you know, it's not about the sport who will be the first. I think we need permanent support. - ”

A number of airlines, including Ryanair and Wizz Air’, as well as local operator Ukraine International Airlines, will want to cater to Ukraine’'s post-war travel market.

Gauss said he expects demand to be high not only from Ukrainians, but also from those working to rebuild the country.

As U.S. President Donald Trump pushes for an end to the war, expectations are growing that a ceasefire is approaching in ’, Ukraine.

Air Canada pilots ready to strike over wage disputes

by the Logistics TransportIn the Category: Logistics
Air Canada's approximately 5,400 pilots, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, announced that they were ready to go on strike from September 18 if higher wage demands were not met. The pilots are demanding equal pay with their counterparts at U.S. airlines, a statement that comes at a time when their 10-year contract, which expired about a year ago, continues without renegotiation. The absence of scheduled negotiations can lead to a prolonged strike, which can cause significant inconveniences and economic difficulties for passengers.However, the Canadian government has shown its reluctance to intervene in this dispute, contrary to the country's decision to end the work stoppage on the two main railways. Labour Secretary Steven MacKinnon, who ordered the end of the rail dispute, cited exceptional economic conditions for intervention. This reluctance to intervene in the Air Canada situation may have been influenced by political factors, such as the fact that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau ⁇ 's Liberal government depends on the support of the pro-union New Democratic Party ⁇ and the goal of securing union votes ahead of the next election by the end of October 2025. United ⁇ 's pilot contract, approved in September 2023 ⁇ , charges approx. %It increased by 42 and will cost the airline more than $10 billion over four years. By comparison, Air Canada pilots are expected to receive an annual approximation under their old contracts, which are still in force at this time. %The pay gap between Air Canada pilots and their U.S. counterparts is particularly pronounced among junior pilots. A comparison of wages showed that United ⁇ da third-year first officer ⁇ earned $196.03 an hour, while the same position earned $81.02 an hour at Air Canada ⁇ da. Air Canada is cutting back on our pilot effort, said Air Canada's president, Charlene Hudy.The Montreal-based airline said it wants to reach an agreement that acknowledges the pilots' contributions but also takes into account passengers' reluctance to pay higher fares. Air Canada is already facing declining earnings and is forecasting full-year earnings. %He dropped it by 18. Raymond James ⁇ 's Analysts on Pilot Fees %He estimated that a 5 ⁇ increase would cost an additional $70 million Canadian dollars for the airline. A recent dispute involving WestJet Airlines and its mechanics was resolved in just one day following the threat of strikes and the government's efforts to order binding arbitration.Reuters contributed to this article.

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