Gol, Azul and Brazil

Brazil government supports Gol-Azul merger to strengthen airline sector
A planned merger between Brazilian airlines Gol and Azul would strengthen the sector and prevent either company from failing, Brazil's ports and airports minister told Reuters, giving the potential move a key government nod.
Azul CEO says merger with Gol will bolster Brazil's aviation industry: report
Azul and Gol merger to boost Brazilian aviation industry, add routes, and improve efficiencies, with potential impact on competition and fares.
Gol, Azul plan Brazil airline merger
Brazil airlines Azul and GOL are set for merger talks which could create the dominant player in aviation in the country. They signed a MoU after getting tentative approval from Brazilian President Lula da Silva. The plan is to combine the businesses of Azul and GOL parent Abra. It would give the new business a 60% share of the aviation market.
Azul, GOL Enter Historic Merger Discussions
Azul CEO John Rodgerson emphasized the merger's potential to strengthen Brazil's aviation sector, highlighting plans to expand service to over 200 Brazilian cities and enhance connectivity nationwide. The deal could benefit GOL, which entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in early 2024 amid financial challenges.
Gol and Azul propose to combine their businesses in Brazil
Gol and Azul propose to maintain separate brands while coordinating their finances, networks and product offerings.
Brazil approves Gol-Azul merger to transform aviation industry
The merger of Brazilian airlines Gol and Azul, planned by the Brazilian government, has received widespread support, making it a watershed moment for the country’s beleaguered aviation industry. Silvio Costa Filho,
Brazilian Government Endorses Gol-Azul Merger
DALLAS — The Brazilian government has expressed its support for the potential merger between Brazil’s two low-cost carriers (LCC), GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes (G3) and Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras (AD).

Brazil's Azul reduces $1.6 billion in debt

Azul soars after announcing restructuring developments
Azul S.A. (AZUL) announces successful debt restructuring, eliminating over $2.1 billion in financial obligations and securing ...
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Abra And Azul Make The First Move To Build A Fortress In Brazil
Abra—which also controls Colombia’s flag carrier Avianca—and Azul concluded the two Brazilian airlines have 90% complimentary ...
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Foreign travelers contribute significantly to Brazil's economy in 2024
Foreign travelers brought in US$7.341 billion in revenue to Brazil last year, the South American country's Central Bank (BCB) ...