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Merlin, Inc. reports company developments tied to autonomous flight software, the Merlin Pilot system, defense and civil aviation programs, and customer or partner arrangements. News items also cover business performance presentations, program execution, regulatory approval activities, and the company’s transition into public-company operations following its completed business combination.
Recurring Merlin news includes governance updates, executive appointments, capital actions such as PIPE financing, common-stock and warrant issuances, and agreements intended to expand autonomy opportunities across aviation operators and mission profiles.
Merlin (NASDAQ: MRLN) announced its seven-member Board of Directors on April 16, 2026, following its March 17, 2026 Nasdaq listing after a business combination.
The board combines defense leadership, public-company governance and aerospace engineering expertise, and the company reported >$100 million in total contract value and a USSOCOM IDIQ for the C-130J program.
Merlin (NASDAQ: MRLN) appointed Mark Brunner as Chief Revenue Officer effective April 13, 2026. Brunner brings more than 25 years of military, policy, and commercial business development experience and will lead global revenue strategy as Merlin scales the Merlin Pilot across defense and civil aviation programs.
This hire is positioned to deepen government and commercial customer relationships and align growth strategy as Merlin operates as a newly public company.
Merlin (NASDAQ: MRLN) appointed Michael Baker as Chief Marketing Officer effective March 31, 2026. Baker brings nearly 15 years of marketing and communications experience, including nearly six years as Global Head of Brand and Communications at Formlabs. He will lead brand and marketing as Merlin scales Merlin Pilot across defense and civil aviation.
Merlin (NASDAQ: MRLN) was named to Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2026 for its Merlin Pilot, an AI autonomous flight system designed to operate many aircraft types. Merlin reports hundreds of autonomous flight hours and recent program milestones including a $105 million USSOCOM IDIQ PDR, FAA/NZ SOI 2 progress, a USAF agreement, and partnerships with Northrop Grumman and GE Aerospace.
Merlin (NASDAQ: MRLN) closed its business combination with Inflection Point Acquisition Corp. IV on March 16, 2026 and will begin trading on NASDAQ as MRLN on March 17, 2026. The transaction provides approximately $200 million in gross proceeds, including a fully committed PIPE, and implies a $800 million pre-money valuation. Capital is intended to accelerate commercialization and scale deployment of the AI-powered Merlin Pilot for military and civilian aircraft.
Marlin Business Services Corp. has completed its acquisition by funds managed by affiliates of HPS Investment Partners for $23.50 per share in cash, effective January 20, 2022. With this acquisition, Marlin becomes part of HPS's Global Leasing Platforms, which operate in 11 countries with €4.5 billion in lease assets and over €2.4 billion in annual originations. CEO Jeffrey A. Hilzinger expressed optimism about new market opportunities and enhanced service for small businesses. Following the acquisition, Marlin's common stock will no longer be listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market.
Marlin Business Services Corp. (NASDAQ: MRLN) has updated the status of its proposed merger with an HPS Investment Partners subsidiary. The company has successfully met all closing conditions, including the surrender of banking licenses, known as the De-Banking Condition. The merger is set to close on January 20, 2022, with HPS acquiring all outstanding shares at $23.50 each in an all-cash deal. This merger aims to enhance Marlin's efficiency and market reach, ultimately benefiting small businesses seeking capital solutions.
Marlin Business Services Corp. (MRLN) reported a third-quarter net income of $5.5 million, or $0.45 per diluted share, reflecting an increase from $2.7 million a year prior but a decrease from $10.3 million last quarter. The company reported $98.7 million in sourced origination volume, up 44.1% year-over-year. Marlin's Board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.14 per share, payable on November 18, 2021, with an annualized yield of 2.49%. Progress continues on the proposed merger with HPS Investment Partners, targeting closure within the first six weeks of 2022.
Marlin Business Services Corp. (NASDAQ: MRLN) reported a strong second quarter 2021, achieving net income of $10.3 million ($0.84 per diluted share), a significant improvement from a net loss of $5.9 million a year prior. The company’s total sourced origination volume reached $100.9 million, up 50.1% year-over-year. Additionally, on July 29, 2021, the Board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.14 per share, payable on August 19, 2021. Marlin is progressing towards a merger with HPS Investment Partners, expected to close in Q1 2022, underlining confidence in business performance.
Marlin Business Services Corp. (NASDAQ: MRLN) announced a first-quarter net income of $6.9 million, or $0.57 per diluted share, reversing a net loss of $11.8 million a year ago. However, this is a decline from $15.3 million, or $1.28 per share, in the previous quarter. The company’s total sourced origination volume fell to $83.8 million, down 46.8% year-over-year. Delinquencies decreased to 1.16%, and net charge-offs improved to 1.67%. Marlin declared a quarterly dividend of $0.14 per share, payable on May 20, 2021, representing a 2.50% yield based on the April 28 closing price.