Annuncio • May 31
Gama Aviation Plc Announces Board Changes Gama Aviation announced that following the completion of the Tender Offer on 29th May 2024, Simon To has resigned as a director of the Company with immediate effect. Furthermore, and ahead of the Company's delisting from AIM on 31 May 2024, Peter Brown and Stephen Mount have tendered their resignations as directors of the Company which will become effective immediately following the delisting. Annuncio • May 25
Gama Aviation Confirms Discussions to Acquire the Business of Tyrolean Jet Services The board of Gama Aviation Plc (AIM:GMAA) is aware of industry market speculation and confirmed that it is in discussions to acquire the business of Tyrolean Jet Services (‘TJS’). The company's interest in TJS is consistent with the Group's strategy to grow its Aircraft Management & Charter business. Discussions between the Group and TJS are ongoing, and they remain subject to further negotiations, diligence, and Board approval; as such they are not expected to be concluded until after the Company's delisting from AIM. Accordingly, there can be no certainty any transaction will be completed and, if it does, on what terms such a transaction might take place. A further announcement will be made in due course. Annuncio • Apr 30
Gama Aviation to Delist from the London Stock Exchange on May 30 Gama Aviation Plc expects to delist from the London Stock Exchange on May 30, with shareholders to be offered £0.95 per ordinary share under revised terms announced on April 29, 2024. Shares on the AIM sub-market closed April 29, 2024 at £0.93, after the UK-based business aviation services group said it will seek shareholder approval to resume trading as a private company at its annual general meeting on May 15. According to Gama, the tender offer will result in £32.6 million (nearly $41 million) being returned to shareholders-almost double the amount proposed in February. At that time, the company said it intended to return some of the funds raised by the sale of U.S.-based maintenance division Jet East to West Star Aviation, which yielded net proceeds of around $100 million. In its statement on April 29, 2024, Gama said shareholders representing an aggregate 79.6% of the current issue share capital have given irrevocable undertakings to support the general meeting motion to return the company to private ownership. Company Founder and Chief Executive Officer Marwan Khalek, who holds 22.1% of the share capital, has agreed not to tender any of his equity through the delisting, as has investment group Bermesico Concert Party with a 22.4% holding. New Risk • Apr 09
New minor risk - Financial data availability The company's latest financial reports are more than 6 months old. Last reported fiscal period ended June 2023. This is considered a minor risk. If the company has not reported its earnings on time, it may have been delayed due to audit problems or it may be finding it difficult to reconcile its accounts. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk Earnings have declined by 48% per year over the past 5 years. Minor Risks Latest financial reports are more than 6 months old (reported June 2023 fiscal period end). Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£59.9m market cap, or US$75.9m). Annuncio • Feb 06
Gama Aviation Plc (AIM:GMAA) announces an Equity Buyback for 17,500,000 shares, representing 27% for £16.5 million. Gama Aviation Plc (AIM:GMAA) announces a share repurchase program. Under the program, the company will repurchase up to 17,500,000 shares, representing 27% of share capital for £16.5 million. The purpose of repurchase program is to provide liquidity to shareholders. The repurchase program is subject to shareholder approval. Annuncio • Feb 05
Gama Aviation plc Provides Group Revenue Guidance for the Fiscal Year 2023 Gama Aviation Plc provided group revenue guidance for the fiscal year 2023. The overall Group revenue from continuing operations is expected to be in the region $145 million (2022; $168 million). Annuncio • Jan 08
Gama Aviation Confirms Is in Discussions to Acquire the Business of Specialist Aviation The Board of Gama Aviation Plc (AIM:GMAA) is aware of industry market speculation and confirms that it is in discussions to acquire the business of Specialist Aviation Services Limited ("Specialist"). The interest in Specialist is consistent with the Group's strategy to grow its Special Mission business. The discussions between the Group, Specialist and other key stakeholders are well advanced and are expected to be concluded within the next few weeks, but they remain subject to further negotiations, diligence, and Board approval. Accordingly, there can be no certainty any transaction will be completed and, if it does, on what terms such a transaction might take place. New Risk • Oct 18
New major risk - Share price stability The company's share price has been highly volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 90% of British stocks, typically moving 19% a week. This is considered a major risk. Share price volatility increases the risk of potential losses in the short-term as the stock tends to have larger drops in price more frequently than other stocks. It may also indicate the stock is highly sensitive to market conditions or economic conditions rather than being sensitive to its own business performance, which may also be inconsistent. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risks Share price has been highly volatile over the past 3 months (19% average weekly change). Earnings have declined by 48% per year over the past 5 years. Minor Risk Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£56.6m market cap, or US$68.8m). Reported Earnings • Sep 24
First half 2023 earnings released: US$0.041 loss per share (vs US$0.016 loss in 1H 2022) First half 2023 results: US$0.041 loss per share (further deteriorated from US$0.016 loss in 1H 2022). Revenue: US$145.0m (up 4.1% from 1H 2022). Net loss: US$2.65m (loss widened 153% from 1H 2022). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 41% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 13% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. New Risk • Jun 10
New major risk - Financial position The company's interest payments are not well covered by earnings. Net interest cover: 0.9x This is considered a major risk. If the company is unable to fund interest repayments on its debt through profits, it may be forced into reducing its debt burden through selling assets, undertaking a potentially costly capital raising or even into bankruptcy in the worst case scenario. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risks Interest payments are not well covered by earnings (0.9x net interest cover). Earnings have declined by 60% per year over the past 5 years. Minor Risk Market cap is less than US$100m (UK£34.2m market cap, or US$43.0m). Annuncio • Jun 09
Gama Aviation Plc, Annual General Meeting, Jun 08, 2023 Gama Aviation Plc, Annual General Meeting, Jun 08, 2023, at 09:00 Coordinated Universal Time. Location: at the offices of the Company, 1st Floor, 25 Templer Avenue, Farnborough Hampshire United Kingdom Reported Earnings • Jun 08
Full year 2022 earnings released: US$0.026 loss per share (vs US$0.087 loss in FY 2021) Full year 2022 results: US$0.026 loss per share (improved from US$0.087 loss in FY 2021). Revenue: US$285.6m (up 21% from FY 2021). Net loss: US$1.65m (loss narrowed 70% from FY 2021). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 8% per year and the company’s share price has also increased by 8% per year. Annuncio • May 22
Gama Aviation plc Announces Board Changes Gama Aviation Plc announced the appointment of Angela Mak Soek Fun as an Alternate Director to Chi Keung, Simon TO being a nominee of Hutchison, with immediate effect. Angela was admitted to practice as a solicitor in New South Wales, Australia, England and Wales and Hong Kong. She has more than 20 years of experience in managing corporate and commercial matters. Angela is the General Counsel and Corporate Development Director of Hutchison Whampoa (China) Limited. Angela, aged 59 currently holds the following other directorships, and holds no ordinary shares or options in the Company. Active Directorships: China Aircraft Services Limited (Hong Kong). China Aircraft Engineering Company Limited (Hong Kong). Aircraft Engineering Investments Limited (British Virgin Islands). Aircraft Engineering Investments (HK) Limited (Hong Kong). Past Directorships within the past 5 years: Achieva Group Limited (British Virgin Islands). Cite Publishing & Advertising Group Limited (British Virgin Islands). Cité Publishing Holding Limited (British Virgin Islands). Gainfirst Asia Limited (British Virgin Islands). Laurstinus Limited (British Virgin Islands). Board Change • Nov 16
Less than half of directors are independent Following the recent departure of a director, there are only 2 independent directors on the board. The company's board is composed of: 2 independent directors. 4 non-independent directors. Independent Non-Executive Director Stephen Mount was the last independent director to join the board, commencing their role in 2019. The company's minority of independent directors is a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Annuncio • Oct 17
Gama Aviation Plc Appoints Michael Williamson to its Board of Directors Gama Aviation Plc announced that, further to its announcement of 21 June 2022, Michael Williamson (Chief Financial Officer) has been appointed to the Company's Board of Directors with immediate effect. Michael was appointed as interim Group CFO in January 2022 and was previously a director and CFO of a variety of public and private companies, such as Sanderson Design Group Plc from 2019 to 2021. Michael has experience with roles in FTSE 100, FTSE 250 and AIM listed businesses, as well as private equity firms. Michael also has experience operating in global groups, working with advisors and funding providers in securing financing for key strategic projects. Michael was previously interim Group CFO from December 2017 to August 2018, during which time Gama Aviation completed a £48 million placing. In the past 5 years, Mr. Michael Frank Williamson, aged 65, has held the following positions where he was acting in the capacity of a director: Current directorships: MFWCV Limited; and The Brickwork Group Limited. Previous directorships (last 5 years): Abaris Holdings Limited; Abaris (Overseas) Holdings Limited; Anstey Wallpaper Company Limited; Anthology Fabrics and Wallcoverings Limited; Arthur Sanderson & Sons Limited; Barracks Fabric Printing Limited; Cirka Limited; Design Edition Limited; Globaltex 2015 Limited; Globaltex Limited; Harlequin Fabrics & Wallcoverings Limited; Morris & Co. (Artworkers) Limited; MW Capital Ventures Limited; Sanderson Design Group Brands Limited; Sanderson Design Group Plc; Sanderson of London Limited; Scion Fabrics and Wallcoverings Limited; Scion Living Limited; Standfast Dyers and Printers Limited; Strines Textiles Limited; Style Library Limited; Walker Greenbank Distribution Limited; Walker Greenbank Limited; William Morris Wallpapers Limited; and Zoffany Limited. Reported Earnings • Sep 28
First half 2022 earnings released: US$0.016 loss per share (vs US$0.044 loss in 1H 2021) First half 2022 results: US$0.016 loss per share (improved from US$0.044 loss in 1H 2021). Revenue: US$139.3m (up 31% from 1H 2021). Net loss: US$1.05m (loss narrowed 62% from 1H 2021). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 52% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 6% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings. Annuncio • Sep 28
Gama Aviation Plc Provides Financial Guidance for the Second Half and Full Year of 2022 Gama Aviation Plc provided financial guidance for the second half and full year of 2022. The revenue growth is expected to continue through the second half of the year, margins are likely to be impacted by inflationary cost pressures and supply chain challenges. However, with continued focus on operational improvements and the delivery of the Group's growth strategy, the Board expects the full year results to be in line with management expectations and believes the Group remains well placed for the future. Annuncio • Jul 30
Gama Aviation plc Announces Appointment of Peter Brown Chairman of the Board Further to the announcement made on the 13th July 2022, Gama Aviation announced the appointment of Peter Brown as Independent Non-Executive Chairman of the Board with immediate effect. Annuncio • Jul 14
Gama Aviation Plc Announces Board Changes Gama Aviation Plc announced that Simon To has tendered his resignation as the Non-Executive Chairman of the Company with immediate effect. Mr. To will remain as a Non-Executive Director of the Group. Peter Brown, Senior Independent Director of the Group will act as the Chairman on an interim basis pending the appointment of a permanent chair following the full evaluation of the matter by the Board. Annuncio • Jun 29
Gama Aviation plc Announces Board Changes Gama Aviation Plc announced that Michael Howell and Christopher Clarke have tendered their resignation as Directors of the Group with immediate effect. Annuncio • Jun 22
Gama Aviation plc Appoints Michael Williamson as Chief Financial Officer Gama Aviation Plc announces that the Company's Interim Chief Financial Officer ("CFO"), Michael Williamson has now been appointed to the post on a permanent basis with effect from 17th June 2022. Michael is expected to join the Board in due course, subject to the completion of due diligence procedures required in accordance with the AIM Rules for Companies. The Company will provide any further announcements as appropriate. Annuncio • Jun 07
Gama Aviation Plc, Annual General Meeting, Jun 28, 2022 Gama Aviation Plc, Annual General Meeting, Jun 28, 2022, at 09:00 Coordinated Universal Time. Location: 1st Floor, 25 Templer Avenue, Farnborough Hamphshire United Kingdom Reported Earnings • May 28
Full year 2021 earnings released: US$0.087 loss per share (vs US$0.13 loss in FY 2020) Full year 2021 results: US$0.087 loss per share (up from US$0.13 loss in FY 2020). Revenue: US$235.9m (up 30% from FY 2020). Net loss: US$5.56m (loss narrowed 33% from FY 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, the company's share price growth rate has exceeded its earnings growth rate by 82 percentage points per year, which is a significant difference in performance. Board Change • Apr 27
Less than half of directors are independent There is 1 new director who has joined the board in the last 3 years. The new board member was an independent director. The company's board is composed of: 1 new director. 6 experienced directors. No highly experienced directors. 3 independent directors (4 non-independent directors). Independent Non-Executive Director Stephen Mount was the last independent director to join the board, commencing their role in 2019. The following issues are considered to be risks according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model: Minority of independent directors. Insufficient board refreshment. Annuncio • Apr 11
Gama Aviation Plc Announces Executive Changes Gama Aviation Plc announced the resignation of its CFO, Daniel Ruback. Following an orderly handover to interim CFO Michael Williamson, who joined on 17th January 2022 and with the 2021 year end close and audit process nearing completion, Daniel resigned as a Director and left the company on 8 April 2022 as planned. Reported Earnings • Sep 26
First half 2021 earnings released: US$0.044 loss per share (vs US$0.075 loss in 1H 2020) The company reported a solid first half result with reduced losses, improved revenues and improved control over expenses. First half 2021 results: Revenue: US$106.4m (up 14% from 1H 2020). Net loss: US$2.78m (loss narrowed 42% from 1H 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, the company's share price growth rate has exceeded its earnings growth rate by 72 percentage points per year, which is a significant difference in performance. Executive Departure • Sep 03
COO & Executive Director Neil Medley has left the company On the 31st of August, Neil Medley's tenure as COO & Executive Director ended after 5.0 years in the role. We don't have any record of a personal shareholding under Neil's name. Neil is the only executive to leave the company over the last 12 months. The current median tenure of the management team is 5.00 years. Reported Earnings • May 28
Full year 2020 earnings released: US$0.13 loss per share (vs US$0.007 profit in FY 2019) The company reported a poor full year result with weaker earnings, revenues and control over costs. Full year 2020 results: Revenue: US$182.0m (down 26% from FY 2019). Net loss: US$8.25m (down US$8.69m from profit in FY 2019). Over the last 3 years on average, the company's share price growth rate has exceeded its earnings growth rate by 66 percentage points per year, which is a significant difference in performance. Annuncio • May 27
Gama Aviation plc Announces Not to Recommend Dividend for the Year 2020 Gama Aviation Plc announced that the Board does not recommend a dividend for year 2020 compared to 2019 2.0 pence per share a year ago. Annuncio • Feb 24
Gama Aviation plc Announces the Resignation of Neil Medley as Director Gama Aviation Plc announced that Neil Medley, Group COO, tendered his resignation as a Director of the Group in order to pursue a new career in the education sector. Neil will remain with the business until the end of August 2021 to ensure an orderly handover. Annuncio • Jan 16
Gama Aviation Plc (AIM:GMAA) acquired Jet East Corporate Aviation, LLC from East Coast Aviation, LLC for $7.7 million. Gama Aviation Plc (AIM:GMAA) acquired Jet East Corporate Aviation, LLC from East Coast Aviation, LLC for $7.7 million on January 15, 2021. The transaction consideration includes $7.7 million in cash, with further deferred cash payable over two years and the assumption of $3.2 million of Jet East debt. The transaction has been entirely funded from the group's existing resources. In order to preserve the strong brand equity of both organizations, the combined entity is going to market as Jet East, a Gama Aviation company. In 2019, Jet East reported revenues of $29.5 million and an underlying EBIT of $1.2 million inclusive of a depreciation charge of $0.3 million. The net assets of Jet East as of December 31, 2019 were $6.7 million. Stephen Maiden will lead the combined companies as Chief Executive Officer.
Gama Aviation Plc (AIM:GMAA) completed the acquisition of Jet East Corporate Aviation, LLC from East Coast Aviation, LLC on January 15, 2021. Is New 90 Day High Low • Nov 10
New 90-day high: UK£0.41 The company is up 12% from its price of UK£0.37 on 12 August 2020. The British market is up 1.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company outperformed over that time. It also outperformed the Airlines industry, which is down 16% over the same period. Reported Earnings • Oct 01
First half earnings released Over the last 12 months the company has reported total losses of US$6.33m, with earnings decreasing by US$11.5m from the prior year. Total revenue was US$218.8m over the last 12 months, down 13% from the prior year. Is New 90 Day High Low • Sep 30
New 90-day low: UK£0.33 The company is down 13% from its price of UK£0.38 on 02 July 2020. The British market is down 3.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. However, it outperformed the Airlines industry, which is down 33% over the same period. Annuncio • Aug 01
Gama Aviation plc Recommends No Dividend for Year End 31 December 2019 Gama Aviation Plc recommended no dividend for year end 31 December 2019 in view of COVID-19 uncertainties compared to 2 pence paid a year ago. 
