SpiceJet raises Rs 3,000 crore through QIP to receive additional Rs 736 cr: Know more

SpiceJet QIP: Domestic carrier SpiceJet on Monday said it has raised Rs 3,000 crore through a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP).

The QIP, which opened on September 16 and closed on September 18, received an overwhelming response from qualified investors, demonstrating strong confidence in the company’s growth prospects, said a SpiceJet statement.

As per the airline company, the QIP attracted a diverse pool of top-tier institutional investors and mutual funds, reaffirming the market’s belief in SpiceJet’s ability to navigate industry challenges and capitalise on the growing demand in the aviation sector.

“Prominent global investors including Goldman Sachs (Singapore), Morgan Stanley Asia, BNP Paribas Financial Markets ODI, Nomura Singapore Limited ODI, Tata Mutual Fund, Discovery Global Opportunity Ltd, Societe Generale ODI, Authum Investment and Infrastructure Limited, Bandhan Infrastructure Fund, White Oak, Carnelian Bharat Amrikaal Fund, 360 ONE Equal Opportunity Fund and The Jupiter Global Fund have all demonstrated their confidence by participating in the QIP,” the statement further added.

Apart from Rs 3,000 crore raised through its QIP, SpiceJet will also receive an additional Rs 736 crore from the previous funding round, further boosting its financial stability and growth plans.

Ajay Singh, Chairman and Managing Director of SpiceJet, said, “We are thrilled with the success of our QIP. The strong response from investors and institutions is a testament to their faith in SpiceJet’s potential to rapidly scale and become a formidable player in India’s burgeoning aviation market. This fundraise marks a pivotal moment for SpiceJet as we look to scale new heights in the aviation industry.”

“We are deeply grateful for the trust and support from our investors. Our commitment is to rebuild a world-class airline that India can be proud of. With this new capital, we are determined to paint the skies red once again.”

“We extend our deepest gratitude to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, the regulators, and all those who supported us throughout this challenging journey. Their unwavering belief in our mission and the role we play in keeping competition alive in the Indian aviation market has been instrumental in our success.”

“I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of our strong people whose unwavering grit, resilience, and dedication have been the backbone of our journey through challenging times. It is because of their tireless efforts and unbreakable spirit that we have reached a monumental milestone—securing a funding of INR 3000 crore.”

The fresh capital raised will be instrumental in ungrounding SpiceJet’s fleet, acquiring new aircraft, investing in technology and expanding into new markets. SpiceJet aims to restore its reputation for efficiency and reliability, ensuring passengers have access to improved connectivity and a wider range of travel options.

The oversubscription of the QIP serves as a powerful endorsement of SpiceJet’s resilience and strategic direction. With this capital infusion, the airline is poised to strengthen its operations, enhance its fleet, and further extend its network to meet growing passenger demand.