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Manna Air Delivery raises $50m to scale drone operations across Ireland and the US

Author: Archie Villaflores

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

Author: Archie Villaflores

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

Author: Archie Villaflores

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

Author: Archie Villaflores

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

Author: Archie Villaflores

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

Author: Archie Villaflores

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

Author: Archie Villaflores

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

Author: Archie Villaflores

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.

Ground Level Excellence: What the 2026 AIN FBO Survey Tells Irish Business Aviation About Competing on Service

Author: Archie Villaflores

The 2026 AIN FBO Survey reveals that consistent multi-category service quality and private equity consolidation are reshaping the global business aviation ground handling market. For Irish aviation leaders, the findings offer a practical benchmark for excellence and a clear agenda for competitive investment.

Closing Aviation's CORSIA Credit Gap: What Irish and Global Airlines Must Do Now

Author: Archie Villaflores

New analysis by BeZero Carbon reveals a critical shortfall in high-quality carbon credit supply for global aviation, threatening compliance under the CORSIA. Airlines worldwide, including Irish carriers, must act decisively to secure credible credits before the January 2028 deadline.

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