Gogo and GTCR Comment on Investment by GTCR
Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ: GOGO) announced that GTCR, a private equity firm, has acquired a 14.8% stake in the company. Gogo's management expressed enthusiasm for GTCR's investment, anticipating a constructive collaboration to execute their strategic plan. GTCR's Managing Director emphasized Gogo's focus on its business aviation segment, suggesting potential for growth following the planned sale of its commercial aviation business. Gogo aims to lead in aviation broadband connectivity, offering customized internet solutions for business and commercial airlines.
- GTCR's acquisition of a 14.8% stake may indicate strong investor confidence.
- Gogo focuses on its business aviation sector, potentially positioning itself for growth.
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CHICAGO, Sept. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ: GOGO) ("Gogo") today commented on the disclosure that certain affiliates of GTCR, a leading private equity firm, have acquired a
"We welcome GTCR's interest in Gogo and look forward to an ongoing and constructive dialogue as we execute our strategic plan," said Oakleigh Thorne, Gogo's President and CEO. "We believe GTCR shares our vision for Gogo and the opportunity to continue to create value for all shareholders."
"We believe Gogo's decision to focus on its leading business aviation business will create a stronger company that is well-positioned to grow in an attractive market," said Mark Anderson, Managing Director at GTCR. "We look forward to supporting Gogo as it completes the sale of the commercial aviation business and seeks to capitalize on the compelling opportunity in business aviation."
About Gogo
Gogo is the inflight internet company. We are the leading global provider of broadband connectivity products and services for aviation. We design and source innovative network solutions that connect aircraft to the Internet, and develop software and platforms that enable customizable solutions for and by our aviation partners. Once connected, we provide industry leading reliability around the world. Our mission is to help aviation go farther by making planes fly smarter, so our aviation partners perform better and their passengers travel happier.
Gogo's products and services are installed on thousands of aircraft operated by the leading global commercial airlines and thousands of private aircraft, including those of the largest fractional ownership operators. Gogo is headquartered in Chicago, with additional facilities in Broomfield, Colo., and locations across the globe. Connect with us at gogoair.com.
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