Apollo Management X, L.P. to acquire easyJet plc

Apollo Management X, L.P. has agreed to acquire a controlling stake in easyJet plc in a private equity acquisition. The US-based investor is purchasing the British airline, which operates in the broader transport and logistics sector. The transaction was announced on 6 August 2026. The consideration for the deal will be paid in a combination of cash and shares. This structure allows the buyer to align its interests with the existing equity holders while providing liquidity to selling shareholders. The deal represents a significant shift in ownership for the listed carrier, moving it from public markets into private hands under the stewardship of a dedicated investment firm.

The target company remains a prominent player in the European low-cost aviation market. The acquisition marks the end of easyJet’s tenure as a publicly traded entity on the London Stock Exchange. Apollo Management X, L.P. will assume full operational and strategic control of the business following the completion of the transaction. The management team will continue to run day-to-day operations, but ultimate decision-making authority will rest with the new private equity owners. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions.