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Air France-KLM reports recurring developments tied to its airline group operations, including quarterly performance, Passenger Network revenue trends, capacity, unit revenue, unit cost, fuel exposure, cash flow, leverage and fleet renewal. Company updates also address operating disruptions, geopolitical effects on demand and fuel pricing, and compliance matters affecting group airlines such as Air France, KLM and Martinair.
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Air France-KLM has signed an agreement with Apollo Global Management for a EUR 500 million investment in an operating affiliate that will manage spare engines for Air France's maintenance activities. The investment involves perpetual bonds, yielding an initial interest rate of 6% for three years, facilitating the redemption of state aid bonds. This transaction aims to lower financing costs without affecting ownership or operations. Expected to close in July 2022, it supports Air France's fleet renewal efforts while maintaining employee contracts.
The press release provides an update on the total number of voting rights and shares for the company as of June 30, 2022. It states that there are 2,570,536,136 shares, with a theoretical number of 2,792,564,813 voting rights, including double voting rights. This information complies with French market regulations, specifically L.233-8 II of the code of commerce and article 223-16 of the AMF general rules.
Air France-KLM successfully completed a €2.256 billion rights issue, receiving strong demand totaling approximately €2.6 billion, reflecting a take-up rate of 116%. Major shareholders, including the French and Dutch states, participated fully to maintain their equity. CMA CGM emerged as a new strategic shareholder with a 9% stake. The funds will primarily be used to repay state aid and reduce debt, reinforcing Air France-KLM's financial position. The company aims for a net debt/EBITDA ratio of 2.0-2.5x by 2023, supporting a targeted operating margin of 7-8% by 2024.
The press release provides an update on the number of voting rights and shares for the company as of May 31, 2022. The total number of shares stands at 642,634,034, with a theoretical number of voting rights reaching 866,099,727, which includes double voting rights. This information is issued in compliance with the French market authority regulations.
Air France-KLM launches a €2.256 billion rights issue to strengthen its balance sheet and repay state aid. This capital increase involves issuing 1.928 billion new shares at a subscription price of €1.17 per share. The net proceeds will mainly settle subordinated bonds held by the French State and reduce net debt. The French and Dutch governments plan to maintain their shareholding through participation in the issue, and CMA CGM is set to become a strategic partner with a commitment of up to €400 million.
Air France-KLM has entered exclusive discussions with Apollo Global Management for a 500 million euros capital injection into an affiliate that manages spare engines. This funding aims to reinforce the Group's equity, facilitate partial reimbursement of French State Aid, and lower the Group's debt costs. The transaction is aligned with the European Commission’s framework for state aid during the Covid-19 pandemic and will not impact operational aspects or employee contracts. The capital will improve Air France-KLM's balance sheet by being recorded as equity under IFRS.
Air France-KLM and CMA CGM have formed a strategic partnership in air cargo, set to last 10 years. This collaboration combines Air France-KLM’s air transport expertise with CMA CGM’s logistics capabilities, leveraging a fleet of 10 full-freighter aircraft and 12 additional on order. CMA CGM will acquire up to 9% of Air France-KLM's capital, reinforcing its role as a reference shareholder. The partnership aims to enhance service offerings, ensuring integrated supply chains for customers while pursuing sustainability goals, including a commitment to Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
The press release provides information on the total number of voting rights and shares as of April 30, 2022, in compliance with French market regulations.
On this date, the company had 642,634,034 shares, leading to a theoretical total of 871,090,780 voting rights, which includes double voting rights.
In the first quarter of 2022, Air France-KLM Group reported a positive EBITDA of €221 million, representing a substantial increase of €864 million from the previous year. Total revenues surged to €4,445 million, an increase of 105.7% year-over-year. Despite a net loss of €552 million, this was an improvement of €930 million compared to Q1 2021. Adjusted operating free cash flow was positive at €630 million, with net debt reduced to €7.7 billion. The Group anticipates a strong summer season with capacity expected to be between 80% and 90% of pre-pandemic levels.
Air France-KLM has announced its Combined Ordinary and Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting scheduled for May 24, 2022, at the Hilton Paris Charles de Gaulle Hotel.
Shareholders can access meeting documents on the company’s website and are encouraged to vote remotely via secure platforms or by mail. The agenda and draft resolutions are published in the Bulletin des Annonces Légales Obligatoire. The meeting will be broadcast live online, allowing shareholders to participate even if they cannot attend in person.