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Viva and Volaris agree merger to form new Mexican airline group
Ritch Mueller represented Viva, in the completion of its agreement to pursue a merger of equals with Volaris to form a new Mexican airline group under a holding structure.
Under the announced terms, Viva shareholders would receive newly issued shares in Volaris’ holding company, resulting in each shareholder group owning 50% of the combined group on a fully diluted basis.
The transaction is expected to close in 2026, subject to regulatory approvals, customary closing conditions and shareholder approvals, and the holding company’s shares are expected to remain listed on the BMV and the NYSE.
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