Polyrizon Intends to Acquire 51% Stake in Global Private Aviation Company
Rhea-AI Summary
Polyrizon (Nasdaq: PLRZ) signed a non-binding MOU to acquire a 51% stake in Arrow Aviation via a cash investment of NIS 18,000,000 (≈$5.8M), targeting entry into private aviation. Arrow Aviation reports unaudited annual revenues of ≈$19M and adjusted EBITDA ≈$3M.
The deal includes a third-party transfer of a Hawker 800 valued at $3.5M for a convertible note, shareholder debt forgiveness for convertible notes, and mutual call/put options on the remaining 49% exercisable after two years, tied to EBITDA/revenue multiples. Definitive agreement expected within 30 days, subject to due diligence and customary conditions.
Positive
- Planned 51% acquisition for NIS 18,000,000 (~$5.8M)
- Arrow Aviation unaudited revenue ≈ $19M annually
- Arrow Aviation adjusted EBITDA ≈ $3M annually
- Includes Hawker 800 transfer valued at $3.5M
- Mutual call/put options allow potential 100% ownership after two years
Negative
- Transaction currently non-binding MOU, subject to due diligence
- Revenue and EBITDA figures are unaudited and preliminary
- Shareholder debt conversion via convertible notes may dilute equity
News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, PLRZ declined 15.16%, reflecting a significant negative market reaction. Argus tracked a trough of -34.3% from its starting point during tracking. Our momentum scanner triggered 14 alerts that day, indicating notable trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $4M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $25M at that time.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Peers on Argus
PLRZ gained 4.23% while key biotech peers were mostly negative (e.g., TTNP -3.96%, ADTX -7.01%, ENSC -12.9%, SILO -6.45%), with only SXTP up 17.89%. This pattern supports a stock-specific reaction to the diversification and acquisition news rather than a sector-wide move.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 22 | Usability study launch | Positive | -2.0% | Initiation of FDA-aligned human factors/usability study for NASARIX. |
| Jan 13 | Strategic investment plan | Positive | +0.7% | Board authorization to explore revenue-generating investments in new sectors. |
| Jan 08 | Branding milestone | Positive | +8.4% | Completion of PL-14 branding with NASARIX™ name and market evaluations. |
| Jan 05 | Pre-clinical results | Positive | -0.8% | PL-14 pre-clinical data showing significant allergen-blocking performance. |
| Jan 02 | Product positioning | Positive | +50.2% | Highlighting PL-16 nasal spray as extra protection during U.S. flu season. |
Recent news has generally been positive, but price reactions have been mixed, with some strong rallies on product-related updates and occasional sell-offs or muted responses despite favorable developments.
Over the last few months, Polyrizon reported several milestones around its intranasal platforms, including positive pre-clinical PL-14 data on Jan 2 and a major PL-16 flu-season positioning update with a 50.18% price move. Branding and regulatory steps for NASARIX™ were also disclosed, followed by a usability study update on Jan 22. The current acquisition-focused announcement extends January’s strategic message about pursuing revenue-generating investments alongside advancement of the core intranasal pipeline.
Regulatory & Risk Context
An effective Form F-3 shelf filed on Nov 7, 2025 allows Polyrizon to offer up to $50,000,000 of securities, including ordinary shares, warrants, and units, for general corporate purposes and strategic opportunities, which could facilitate funding for transactions like the announced Arrow Aviation acquisition.
Market Pulse Summary
The stock dropped -15.2% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite the announced plan to acquire a 51% stake in Arrow Aviation, which reports $19 million in revenue and $3 million adjusted EBITDA, would fit prior patterns where positive clinical or regulatory updates sometimes saw selling pressure. Concerns could include diversification away from the core intranasal pipeline, execution around the non-binding MOU, and potential future funding needs under the existing $50,000,000 shelf registration.
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The Company signed a non-binding MOU agreement with Arrow Aviation, a lucrative high- growth company with annual unaudited revenues of approximately
Raanana, Israel, Feb. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Polyrizon Ltd. (Nasdaq: PLRZ) (“Polyrizon” or the “Company”), a pre-clinical-stage biotechnology company developing intranasal protective solutions, today announced the signing of a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Arrow Aviation Ltd. ("Arrow Aviation"), a global private aviation company. Under the terms of the MOU, Polyrizon intends to acquire a
Arrow Aviation, with annual unaudited revenues of approximately
"We believe that this strategic move, upon completion, represents an exciting diversification opportunity for Polyrizon, allowing us to leverage our strong financial position to enter the dynamic private aviation market, a market set to grow to
The proposed transaction includes ancillary arrangements, such as the transfer of a Hawker 800 aircraft valued at
The signing of a definitive agreement is expected to occur within 30 days of the MOU, subject to due diligence, after which the closing of the acquisition would be expected to occur following the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
About Polyrizon
Polyrizon is a development stage biotech company specializing in the development of innovative medical device hydrogels delivered in the form of nasal sprays, which form a thin hydrogel-based shield containment barrier in the nasal cavity that can provide a barrier against viruses and allergens from contacting the nasal epithelial tissue. Polyrizon’s proprietary Capture and Contain TM, or C&C, hydrogel technology, comprised of a mixture of naturally occurring building blocks, is delivered in the form of nasal sprays, and potentially functions as a “biological mask” with a thin shield containment barrier in the nasal cavity. Polyrizon are further developing certain aspects of our C&C hydrogel technology such as the bioadhesion and prolonged retention at the nasal deposition site for intranasal delivery of drugs. Polyrizon refers to its additional technology, which is in an earlier stage of pre-clinical development, that is focused on nasal delivery of active pharmaceutical ingredients, or APIs, as Trap and Target ™, or T&T. For more information, please visit https://polyrizon-biotech.com.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other securities laws. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates” and similar expressions or variations of such words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. For example, the Company is using forward-looking statements when it discusses its strategic expansion into the high-growth private aviation sector, its belief that this strategic move, upon completion, represents an exciting diversification opportunity for Polyrizon, allowing it to leverage its strong financial position to enter the dynamic private aviation market, its belief that the potential acquisition of Arrow Aviation’s established operations and commitment to excellence align perfectly with its plan to explore revenue-generating investment opportunities in high-growth sectors, that potentially will enhance value for our shareholders and clients alike, the expected growth of the private aviation market, the final terms and signing of definitive agreements with Arrow Aviation, the timing and completion of the acquisition, and the satisfaction of closing conditions related to the acquisition. Forward-looking statements are not historical facts, and are based upon management’s current expectations, beliefs and projections, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain. Such expectations, beliefs and projections are expressed in good faith. However, there can be no assurance that management’s expectations, beliefs and projections will be achieved, and actual results may differ materially from what is expressed in or indicated by the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual performance or results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements. For a more detailed description of the risks and uncertainties affecting the Company, reference is made to the Company’s reports filed from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including, but not limited to, the risks detailed in the Company’s annual report filed with the SEC on March 11, 2025 and subsequent filings with the SEC. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date the statements are made. The Company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect actual results, subsequent events or circumstances, changes in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting forward-looking information except to the extent required by applicable securities laws. If the Company does update one or more forward-looking statements, no inference should be drawn that the Company will make additional updates with respect thereto or with respect to other forward-looking statements. References and links to websites have been provided as a convenience, and the information contained on such websites is not incorporated by reference into this press release. Polyrizon is not responsible for the contents of third-party websites.
Contacts:
Michal Efraty
Investor Relations
IR@polyrizon-biotech.com