Aero K Secures 30 Billion KRW New Investment... "Expecting Synergy with Daemyung Chemical Group"

[Asia Economy Reporter Yoo Hyun-seok] Ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) Aero K Airlines announced on the 23rd that it will raise 30 billion KRW in funds by issuing new shares in collaboration with the mid-sized company Daemyung Chemical Group.

On the same day, DAP disclosed that it decided to participate in the paid-in capital increase of Aero K Holdings and acquire 2,255,639 shares. After acquisition, the shareholding ratio will be 64.04%. The largest shareholder of DAP is Daemyung Chemical. The acquisition amount is approximately 30 billion KRW.

Daemyung Chemical Group has invested in about 300 companies to create an ecosystem in the fashion industry. Through investments, it is building one large platform.

Founded in 2016, Aero K Airlines is a startup airline aiming to become the best low-cost carrier in Northeast Asia, starting domestic flights between Cheongju and Jeju in April 2021. Even before launching flights, it attracted significant attention in the fashion and lifestyle industries by introducing the industry's first genderless uniforms, and established itself as a differentiated brand from existing airlines through various culture marketing activities that resonate with the MZ generation.

In particular, from the early days of its launch, Aero K Airlines maximized operational efficiency by breaking away from the existing airline industry's structure, which heavily relies on external distribution channels such as travel agencies for ticket sales. It focused on direct sales, standardized aircraft models, and utilized Cheongju Airport as its hub, applying the know-how of advanced low-cost carriers.

Kang Byung-ho, CEO of Aero K Airlines, said, "The brand value unique to Aero K, which can expect high synergy effects through the various fandoms held by Daemyung Chemical Group, was an important factor in this investment decision," adding, "We will strive further so that Aero K Airlines can become the best airline in Northeast Asia through differentiated strategies and distinctive moves in fashion, logistics, and transportation."

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