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TransMedics is making a bet on a private jet operator in Germany. But, why?

What’s happening:

  • TransMedics (NASDAQ: TMDX) has completed a strategic equity investment into German private aviation company PAD Aviation

Why it matters:

  • TransMedics has publicly stated they investment in PAD Aviation will enable them to them to build out a dedicated organ transplantation air and ground logsitics network throughout Europe

Going deeper:

  • PAD Aviation is one of the largest operators of private jets in Germany and has a dedicated fleet of more than eight modern Embraer planes
  • TransMedics is currently providing organ transplantation transport in more than 17 different regions within the United States

The fine print:

  • TransMedics has not yet publicly disclosed the exact amount or terms of their equity investment into PAD Aviation