Norse Atlantic Hires JPMorgan for €1 Billion Sale as Costs Rise

1 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · May 15

Norse Atlantic has hired JPMorgan Chase to run a sale process expected to begin before summer, as the Norwegian budget airline seeks options amid mounting financial pressure.
€1 billion including debt is the valuation discussed for a potential deal, according to people familiar with the matter.
High costs and dwindling cash reserves are driving the move, underscoring the carrier’s weakening financial position.
US and European airlines have already been approached informally to test interest ahead of the formal process, signaling a broad search for buyers.

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