Scandinavian airline SAS has voluntarily filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S., to try and secure time and flexibility to reorganize its capital structure, reduce costs, and complete…
Aeromexico's and Latam's plans to exit U.S. Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection are becoming increasingly fraught as creditors fight over who is getting favorable treatment. The fights complicate the recovery plans of two of Latin America's largest international airlines.
The travel agency joins Hertz, Worldstrides and several airlines in taking this particular route to weather the financial storm caused by the pandemic.
It will certainly be a challenge to transform Hertz's business. However, the car rental company is not only getting a financial lifeline, but also an assist from private equity firm Certares' wide-ranging travel rollup strategy. This will be a long-term play.