19 August 2008

General Dynamics and Dreamliner Lux S.a.r.l., a company controlled by the Permira Funds, have entered into a definitive agreement for General Dynamics to acquire Zurich, Switzerland-based Jet Aviation for CHF 2.45 billion (approximately $2.25 billion) in cash. The proposed acquisition, which has been approved by the boards of directors of both companies, would be immediately […]

Woodward and MPC Products Corporation have entered into a definitive stock purchase agreement under which Woodward would acquire MPC in a transaction valued at approximately $383 million. MPC, a privately-held company headquartered in Skokie, Ill., operated under the leadership of Joseph Roberti and Vincent Roberti for more than 45 years. MPC is an industry leader

Mesa Air Group reported third quarter after tax income of $1.8 million from continuing operations on operating revenues of $353.9 million. Total operating revenues for the third quarter of 2008 increased $13.5 million, or 4.0% from the same quarter in 2007. The net income of $1.8 million compares to a net gain from continuing operations