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Corporate ActionMay 20, 2026, 04:24 PM

AEVEX Completes IPO, Raises $345.9M; Q1 Net Income $21.0M

AI Summary

AEVEX Corp. completed its initial public offering on April 20, 2026, raising approximately $345.9 million by offering 18.4 million shares at $20.00 per share. The company also refinanced its credit facilities and adopted an Up-C structure with a Tax Receivable Agreement. For the three months ended March 31, 2026, its subsidiary Athena Technology Solutions Holdings, LLC reported a net income of $21.0 million, a significant improvement from a $27.3 million loss in the prior year, with total revenue increasing to $216.7 million.

Key Highlights

  • Completed IPO on April 20, 2026, offering 18.4 million Class A common shares at $20.00 each.
  • Generated net proceeds of approximately $345.9 million from the IPO.
  • Refinanced prior credit facilities with new $100.0M Term Loan, $75.0M Delayed Draw, and $200.0M Revolving Credit Facilities.
  • Repaid approximately $258.5 million of outstanding borrowings under prior credit facilities.
  • Athena Technology Solutions Holdings, LLC Q1 2026 net income was $21.0 million, up from $(27.3) million loss YoY.
  • Athena Technology Solutions Holdings, LLC Q1 2026 total revenue increased to $216.7 million from $53.3 million YoY.
  • Adopted 2026 Omnibus Incentive Plan, reserving 11,404,170 Class A common shares.
  • Implemented an Up-C structure and Tax Receivable Agreement, sharing 85% of tax savings.