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Marubeni takes full ownership of US aviation parts distributor DASI
Japanese trading conglomerate Marubeni Corporation has taken full ownership of US-based aviation aftermarket parts distributor DASI, consolidating its position in the global aircraft inventory solutions market.
Vertical Aerospace completes piloted thrustborne transition in full-scale eVTOL aircraft
UK-based electric aviation company Vertical Aerospace has completed a piloted thrustborne transition in its full-scale eVTOL aircraft, marking a first for a piloted aircraft of this class under UK Civil Aviation Authority oversight.
Manna Air Delivery raises $50m to scale drone operations across Ireland and the US
Irish drone delivery company Manna Air Delivery is creating 400 new jobs across Ireland and the US following a $50m (€46m) Series B funding round, bringing total investment to $110 million (€101m).
Setna iO expands credit facility to $550m to accelerate aftermarket growth
Aviation aftermarket company Setna iO has expanded its commercial credit facility to US$550m, backed by six commercial banks, to fund continued investment across its global parts trading and MRO operations.
Future Mobility Campus Ireland shortlisted for Best Emerging Aviation Technology Award at Aviation Industry Awards 2025
In a throwback to the Aviation Industry Awards 2025, Future Mobility Campus Ireland was shortlisted for the Best Emerging Aviation Technology Award for delivering Ireland's first Digital Sky Demonstrator through the ÉALÚ-AER project and advancing the country's position as a European leader in safe, scalable urban air mobility. As the Aviation Industry Awards 2026 cycle gets underway, FMCI's groundbreaking integration of U-Space services with traditional air traffic management sets a formidable standard for the organisations now stepping forward to define the next chapter of Irish aviation innovation.
Virgin Atlantic appoints first chief digital and information officer to drive AI transformation
UK long-haul carrier Virgin Atlantic has appointed Alex Alexander to the newly created role of chief digital and information officer to lead its next phase of digital transformation. Alexander brings 20 years of experience across aviation, retail, and AI-driven platforms.
SAS and mobile operator 3 join forces to deliver free Starlink WiFi across its fleet
Scandinavian carrier SAS has entered a commercial partnership with mobile operator 3 to strengthen onboard connectivity across its global network. The agreement enables free Starlink-powered WiFi for EuroBonus members and 3 customers on equipped aircraft.
Irish drone delivery firm Manna closes in on $50m funding round backed by Ark Invest
Dublin-based drone delivery firm Manna is close to finalising a $50m (€43.4m) raise backed by Ark Invest, ISIF, and Coca-Cola HBC. The funding round marks a significant milestone for Ireland's autonomous aerial delivery sector.
AerCap brings first Boeing 777-300ERSF converted freighters to Africa through Ethiopian Airlines deal
AerCap Holdings, the Dublin-based global aircraft leasing giant, has secured a lease deal with Ethiopian Airlines for two Boeing 777-300ERSF freighters. The agreement introduces the high-capacity converted freighter to Africa for the first time.
CDB Aviation secures five-aircraft A321neo lease deal with LATAM Airlines Group
Ireland-based aircraft lessor CDB Aviation, a subsidiary of China Development Bank Financial Leasing, has signed agreements to lease five Airbus A321neo aircraft to LATAM Airlines Group. The deal supports fleet modernisation and capacity expansion across Latin America's aviation sector.
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