SpiceJet on Tuesday said it has agreed to a pact with Export Development Canada (EDC) to settle liabilities worth Rs 755 crore. The settlement will generate savings to the tune of Rs 567 crore, the airline said in a statement.
As part of the agreement, SpiceJet will also acquire ownership of 13 EDC-financed Q400 aircraft. Twelve out of these 13 aircraft were grounded as the airline had failed to pay lease rentals to the lessor. SpiceJet chairman Ajay Singh said the settlement will allow the airline to strengthen its balance sheet.
