Volocopter finds potential investor with Diamond Aircraft

According to the German business publication Wirtschaftswoche, the Austrian aircraft manufacturer Diamond Aircraft is taking over the insolvent company from Bruchsal. Diamond is owned by the Chinese automotive supplier Wanfeng. According to the report, the Austrian company primarily does business with motorised gliders and small aircraft for the private market but also has ambitions in…

Volocopter lays off staff as insolvency looms

Electric air mobility start-up Volocopter has made the majority of its workforce redundant. The Baden-Württemberg-based  company began insolvency proceedings in late December 2024, but the company’s management at the time were confident of finding new investors. READ: Volocopter files for insolvency, Investors sought Unfortunately, time and money has run out. German media has reported that 450…