Bold Acquisition Bridges Aviation and Critical Minerals Sectors

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Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Following up on an article we featured in mid-June, news broke today of a significant acquisition bringing together two distinct companies under one umbrella. Investors responded mostly positively, pushing shares of the acquirer higher, while the acquiree dipped following the announcement.

As mentioned, shares of Volato Group, Inc. (NYSE American: SOAR) are on the way up on news that the company, in the private aviation industry, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire M2i Global, Inc. (OTCQB: MTWO), a firm focused on building a global supply chain for critical minerals. 

This move positions Volato to enter the $320 billion critical minerals sector, supporting the U.S. strategy for mineral independence. The deal, first announced in June 2025 with a non-binding letter of intent, will see Volato transition into a broader industrial platform spanning aviation technology, software, and essential mineral logistics tied to national defense and infrastructure.

The boards of both companies have approved the acquisition and are recommending shareholder support. No cash will be exchanged in the deal. Volato plans to file an initial Form S-4 registration statement soon, outlining the details of the transaction. Upon closing, M2i Global shareholders will receive Volato stock and hold roughly 85% ownership of the combined company, while Volato shareholders will retain about 15%. This structure is expected to enhance Volato’s value while giving M2i Global access to the NYSE American and public capital markets.

“Volato was built to scale—combining disciplined execution, robust systems, and a team experienced in operating under public market scrutiny,” said Matt Liotta, Chief Executive Officer of Volato. “We’ve developed technology, built processes, and delivered results in a complex, regulated industry. This transaction brings those capabilities to a new platform with significant upside, and we’re confident in our ability to help accelerate growth and deliver value in the public markets.”

“This transaction is a transformative step forward for M2i Global,” said Major General (Ret.) Alberto Rosende, Chief Executive Officer of M2i Global. “We’ve built a powerful ecosystem of over 40 partners across industry and government to advance U.S. access to critical minerals—an issue now at the forefront of national strategy. With recent Executive Orders and continued geopolitical pressure on supply chains, demand for domestic sourcing and processing has never been more urgent. Combining with Volato positions M2i Global to capitalize on this moment—with public market access, seasoned leadership, and the infrastructure to move fast and deliver value.”

Shares of SOAR are up 15.79% at $1.98, while shares of MTWO pulled back 5% to $0.1121 in mid-morning trading.

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