SpiceJet resolves $49.8 Million dispute with Echelon Ireland Madison One Ltd., Saving Millions

SpiceJet announced today the successful resolution of a $49.8 million (INR 413 Crore) dispute with Echelon Ireland Madison One Ltd. This settlement marks a significant milestone for SpiceJet, resulting in substantial cost savings and further strengthening of the Company's balance sheet.

Settlement Highlights:

Major cost-saving: The settlement with Echelon Ireland Madison One Ltd. will result in savings of $48 million (INR 398 Crore) for SpiceJet.

Acquisition of Two Airframes: As part of the agreement, SpiceJet will acquire two airframes, enhancing the airline's fleet and operational capabilities.

Continued Success: This settlement marks the third major resolution for SpiceJet following its recent fundraising. These successful settlements have resulted in total savings of INR 685 Crore for the airline, further solidifying SpiceJet's financial stability and balance sheet.

Ajay Singh, Chairman and Managing Director, SpiceJet said, "We are pleased to announce the successful resolution of our dispute with Echelon Ireland Madison One Ltd., marking another significant milestone for SpiceJet. This settlement not only underscores our commitment to financial prudence but also enables us to further fortify our fleet with the acquisition of two airframes."

On February 28, SpiceJet announced that it had mutually settled its $29.9 million (INR 250 Crore) dispute with Celestial Aviation resulting in savings of INR 235 Crore.

On March 5, SpiceJet announced it had reached settlement terms with aircraft leasing firm, Cross Ocean Partners, resolving a dispute of about $11.2 million (INR 93 Crore). As part of the arrangement, the airline will also benefit from the transfer of an airframe and an engine at no additional cost, augmenting its operational capabilities.

On March 5, SpiceJet announced it had reached settlement terms with aircraft leasing firm, Cross Ocean Partners, resolving a dispute of about $11.2 million (INR 93 Crore). As part of the arrangement, the airline will also benefit from the transfer of an airframe and an engine at no additional cost, augmenting its operational capabilities.

Shares of SPICEJET LTD was last trading in BSE at Rs. 63.21 as compared to the previous close of Rs. 61.92. The total number of shares traded during the day was 4261412 in over 11094 trades.

The stock hit an intraday high of Rs. 65.40 and intraday low of 62.00. The net turnover during the day was Rs. 272762667.00.

Source : Equity Bulls

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