Fusiones y Adquisiciones

⚠ Miles de ciudadanos afectados por un apagón eléctrico en España y otros países europeos indagan sobre posibles compensaciones por inconvenientes causados, como vuelos y trenes cancelados. Según Enrique García de la OCU, sin conocer las causas del apagón, no se puede determinar responsabilidades, y podría ser considerado "fuerza mayor". Las empresas de transporte deben reembolsar o reubicar pasajeros, pero no hay derecho a indemnizaciones, salvo mal manejo de la situación por aerolíneas, que podría conllevar a compensaciones de hasta 600 euros. La OCU y Flightright aconsejan conservar documentación del viaje para reclamaciones.

✈ Iberia (including Iberia Express) and Air Europa offer flexibility for date changes, despite intending to operate all scheduled flights except those to Brussels, canceled due to a strike in Belgium. Iberia had to cancel only 26 of 247 programmed flights, sparing long-haul routes. The airlines accommodate changes due to difficulties reaching airports and the blackout in Spain and Portugal. Wings to Claim CEO Carlos Corbalán stated blackout-related disruptions aren't eligible for claims due to the national emergency status.

🛩 Boeing's stock surged over 6% on Wednesday due to better-than-expected first-quarter financial results, featuring an 18% increase in revenue to $19.5 billion, with commercial airplanes sales up 75% and sales of the 737 model soaring by 128%. Despite positive sales, final results remained negative but improved due to the sale of Digital Aviation Solutions. Boeing faces no tariff issues as it produces mostly in non-surcharge zones, although still affected by China's returned airplanes. An important sale in the Far East is anticipated soon.

📣 Plus Ultra said goodbye to its Airbus A340 with a touching video, highlighting its last flight in early April from Barajas, Madrid to Enschede, Netherlands, for dismantling. Hugo Castaño, the first and last pilot, praised the aircraft, known for safety and its pivotal role during the Covid pandemic for cargo transport. Alejandro Casado, Plus Ultra's operations director, celebrated the jet's comfort and security. The A340 EC-MQM served the airline for nearly a decade, marking a significant phase for Plus Ultra.

✈ Iberojet launches a direct route connecting Madrid with Querétaro, Mexico, strengthening tourism, culture, and economic ties. The route will be serviced by their A350s, with Iberojet currently owning two of these modern, long-haul aircraft. This move also aims to boost Travelplan and Catai, major operators within the Ávoris group, in marketing the destination to the Spanish market.

🛢 En abril, en el peor momento de las batallas arancelarias entre Estados Unidos y China, el precio del petróleo cayó a 60 dólares el barril. Michael O’Leary de Ryanair aseguró el precio del combustible a 60 dólares por dos años, permitiendo a la aerolínea bajar precios. Tras un retraso de aranceles por Trump, el petróleo subió, pero Ryanair ya tenía precio fijado. Durante el inicio de la guerra de Ucrania, Ryanair ahorró 1.400 millones de euros en combustible, mientras el precio oficial era de 100 dólares el barril.

💸 Boeing's shares fell 3% on Monday due to tariff chaos from Trump's measures, impacting the American airplane manufacturer first. Investors are concerned as Boeing returns planes to the U.S. that were ready for delivery in China. The company's Q1 results are expected to show losses of nearly $500 million, not accounting for Trump's April tariffs. Chinese airlines account for one in five Boeing planes sold; currently, the U.S.-China tariff escalation favors Airbus, which also cannot meet demand.

🎭 Disneyland Paris to undergo its most significant transformation in 33 years with the introduction of Adventure Way, Adventure Bay, and World of Frozen, leading to an immersive Lion King-themed environment. Natacha Rafalski, the park's president, announced a €2 billion investment initially revealed in 2018 but delayed due to the pandemic. Changes begin this summer, with the full Disney Adventure World set to open by 2026, followed by the Lion King area. Studio 1, opened in 2002, will be revamped to offer a Hollywood boulevard experience, leading to World Premiere Plaza showcasing Pixar productions.

💰 Imserso will charge a €100 supplement for second and subsequent trips taken by pensioners in the same season. The measure is a response to a frequent complaint about trip accumulation. Companies must collaborate daily to facilitate user information for the additional charge. The policy aims to regulate the number of trips per user and ensure accessibility to the program.

🏢 Viajes El Corte Inglés, with Tourmundial, is set to expand in Latin America as a tour operator. Tourmundial has exceeded €200 million in annual revenue. The company's plan involves progressively establishing operations across various Latin American countries, leveraging 162 sales outlets across seven American countries, with Mexico leading at 106 offices, followed by Chile with 19, Colombia with 17, and presence in Peru (7), Panama (5), Ecuador (3), the USA (3), and Uruguay (2).