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Virgin Orbit Announces Space SPAC Deal
M&A

Virgin Orbit Announces Space SPAC Deal

The startup expects its SPAC merger with NextGen Acquisition Corp. to raise up to $483 million in new capital for its satellite-launching business.
By Matthew Heller | August 23, 2021
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Virgin Galactic IPO Ready for Takeoff
IPOs

Virgin Galactic IPO Ready for Takeoff

Billionaire Richard Branson’s space tourism company will merge with Social Capital Hedosophia to enter the stock market by the end of the year.
By Lauren Muskett | July 10, 2019
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Alaska Air to Buy Virgin America for $2.6B
Strategy

Alaska Air to Buy Virgin America for $2.6B

The latest example of consolidation in the airline industry will make Alaska the fifth-largest U.S. carrier and increase its West Coast presence.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | April 4, 2016
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LinkedIn to Buy Professional Skills Educator
M&A

LinkedIn to Buy Professional Skills Educator

Acquisition of lynda.com is highly aligned with the big career site's mission, CEO says.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | April 9, 2015
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