Surf Air Mobility to Acquire Electric Propulsion Firm Ampere
Ticker: SRFM · Form: 8-K · Filed: Dec 12, 2024 · CIK: 1936224
Sentiment: mixed
Topics: acquisition, electric-aviation, technology
TL;DR
Surf Air Mobility buying Ampere to boost electric flight tech. Deal closes Q1 2025.
AI Summary
Surf Air Mobility Inc. announced on December 6, 2024, that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Ampere, a company specializing in electric propulsion systems. This acquisition is expected to close in the first quarter of 2025, subject to customary closing conditions. The company also reported a significant milestone in its development of electric aircraft technology.
Why It Matters
This acquisition positions Surf Air Mobility to integrate advanced electric propulsion technology, potentially accelerating its development and deployment of electric aircraft for regional air travel.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: medium — Acquisitions carry inherent risks, including integration challenges, potential overpayment, and failure to achieve expected synergies, alongside the general risks associated with the nascent electric aviation industry.
Key Numbers
- Q1 2025 — Expected Acquisition Close (The acquisition of Ampere is anticipated to be completed in the first quarter of 2025.)
Key Players & Entities
- Surf Air Mobility Inc. (company) — Registrant
- Ampere (company) — Target of acquisition
- Delaware (jurisdiction) — State of incorporation
- December 6, 2024 (date) — Date of earliest event reported
- First quarter of 2025 (date) — Expected closing period for acquisition
FAQ
What is the primary purpose of Surf Air Mobility's acquisition of Ampere?
The acquisition aims to integrate Ampere's electric propulsion systems technology into Surf Air Mobility's operations, likely to advance their electric aircraft development.
When is the acquisition of Ampere expected to be completed?
The acquisition is expected to close in the first quarter of 2025, subject to customary closing conditions.
What industry is Ampere involved in?
Ampere specializes in electric propulsion systems, a key technology for electric aircraft.
What is the filing date of this Form 8-K?
This Form 8-K was filed on December 12, 2024, reporting events as of December 6, 2024.
What is Surf Air Mobility Inc.'s principal executive office address?
Surf Air Mobility Inc.'s principal executive offices are located at 12111 S. Crenshaw Blvd., Hawthorne, CA 90250.
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Key Financial Figures
- $0.0001 — h Registered: Common stock, par value $0.0001 per share SRFM New York Stock Excha
- $40 million — r two tranches of awards totaling up to $40 million in each, or up to $80 million in the ag
- $80 million — ing up to $40 million in each, or up to $80 million in the aggregate, based on achievement
- $46.4 million — n, 58% (potentially equivalent to up to $46.4 million) of those eligible for awards under the
- $16.8 million — ly 42% (potentially equivalent to up to $16.8 million) of the second tranche of the Southern
Filing Documents
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- srfm-ex99_1.htm (EX-99.1) — 13KB
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- 0000950170-24-135903.txt ( ) — 278KB
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01. Other Events
Item 8.01. Other Events. Surf Air Mobility Inc's. (the "Company") Southern management incentive bonus plan (the "Southern MIP") provides for two tranches of awards totaling up to $40 million in each, or up to $80 million in the aggregate, based on achievement of qualifying revenue targets during the 15 month period following the Company's acquisition of Southern Airways Corporation (the "Tranche 1 Period") and a subsequent 12-month period. On December 6, 2024 an ad hoc committee of the Company's board of directors, acting as "Administrator" under the Southern MIP, determined that the targets set for the Tranche 1 Period were not met, and no payment for the first tranche is due. Prior to this determination, 58% (potentially equivalent to up to $46.4 million) of those eligible for awards under the Incentive Bonus Plan elected to exchange their potential awards for both tranches for a one time equity grant of restricted stock units issued under the Company's 2023 equity incentive plan. Accordingly, only 42% (potentially equivalent to up to $16.8 million) of the second tranche of the Southern MIP remains achievable to participants and only if all remaining conditions and targets are met.
SIGNATURES
SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this Report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. SURF AIR MOBILITY INC. Date: December 12, 2024 By: /s/ Deanna White Name: Deanna White Title: Chief Executive Officer 2