Journey Grp Share Discussion Threads

[chopbit] 23/11/2009 23:19

Chart certainly looks set for further rises tomorrrow



That news does belittle the present MC.

[timbuck2] 23/11/2009 22:28

yes i did have a look at the 5yr chart newsseller, it looks promising and the 3-4level is close enough to the bottom so bodes well, i can see 20p i remember uniq being at a similar price it slowly recovered to 45p, so lets see how this pans out, just hope i am able to get in foirst thing in the morning, i have 2 other friends who will also take positions tomorrow as i have done the research on this and tipped it to them as well....early morning tomorrow nite all

[newswseller] 23/11/2009 20:09

Run Rabbit - if you google "JOHN ALEXANDER SPENS " it appears he's a life peer, so would imagine has plenty of money and sense not to gamble on a trashy AIM stock imho.. Did further google checks and can't see that he's invested in any other companies

[newswseller] 23/11/2009 20:05

welcome aboard, the 1 year chart does look promising. If you look at the 5 year chart it looks even better ;-o (there has been some dilution since the £1.60 days though)

[timbuck2] 23/11/2009 19:54

hello all i got a tip to get into this and will start off tomorrow morning with my first buy....looks good i hope it doesnt go up 20% at the open

[run rabbit] 23/11/2009 15:30

MRPHIL see the late news which was overlooked on Friday. Anyone know who this gentleman is "JOHN ALEXANDER SPENS " as the news says he is a buyer in this stock and has just gone over 3%?

[mrphil] 23/11/2009 11:39

Nice movement on this one today, anyone know why?

[run rabbit] 23/11/2009 11:38

Newseller I have no real feel apart from far higher than we presently are trading.

[newswseller] 23/11/2009 10:43

Just seen this share used to be over £1.60

[newswseller] 23/11/2009 10:36

RR what would you say a fair price is for this stock?

[run rabbit] 23/11/2009 10:26

1.5M capitalisation and then this;

The new business, known as Alpha-Airfayre Limited ("AAL"), will serve 18
international airlines with approximately 30,000 meals per day from the two
existing operating units contributed by the parties. AAL will have an estimated
annual turnover of GBP73 million. In the short term both operations will remain
largely unchanged. A leadership team drawn from both parties has been appointed
to direct and manage the joint operations. All other activities currently
undertaken by both parties, including Journey's Los Angeles operations, are
outside of the scope of this agreement.

[newswseller] 23/11/2009 09:08

is this stock permantly shown as in auction (AU) on LSE?

[newswseller] 23/11/2009 09:01

Just added for a small punt

[3mahal] 23/11/2009 08:57

Run rabbit..you on your own here? I am joining you on the way up.Things are looking good with this company in the medium term.

[run rabbit] 22/11/2009 23:09

A great piece of news and the market marks this down. Absolutely crazy price following this deal;

RNS Number : 8736C
Journey Group PLC
20 November 2009

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Journey Group plc


Announcement of joint venture




Journey Group plc (the "Company" or "Journey") is pleased to announce that Air
Fayre Limited ("Air Fayre"), its wholly-owned subsidiary, has entered into a
joint venture with Alpha Flight UK Limited ("Alpha UK") to merge their
respective in-flight catering operations serving the international airline
industry at London's Heathrow airport. Alpha UK is part of Autogrill S.p.A., one
of the world's largest providers of food & beverage and retail services for
travellers.


The new business, known as Alpha-Airfayre Limited ("AAL"), will serve 18
international airlines with approximately 30,000 meals per day from the two
existing operating units contributed by the parties. AAL will have an estimated
annual turnover of GBP73 million. In the short term both operations will remain
largely unchanged. A leadership team drawn from both parties has been appointed
to direct and manage the joint operations. All other activities currently
undertaken by both parties, including Journey's Los Angeles operations, are
outside of the scope of this agreement.


Alpha UK holds an interest of 51% in AAL. Air Fayre holds an interest of 49% in
AAL together with an option to acquire a further 1% interest from Alpha UK such
that, if exercised, both parties would hold an interest of 50%. The option is
exercisable, for a consideration based on earnings before interest depreciation
and taxation and the net debt of AAL at that date, with effect from 1 January
2011 if Air Fayre reasonably believes that its business interests are not
adequately served through a minority shareholding. Both parties have equal board
representation, although in the event of a deadlock an Alpha UK appointee will
have a casting vote. There is an extensive schedule of reserved matters relating
to the conduct and management of AAL requiring the agreement of both parties.


For the year ended 31 December 2008, Air Fayre's turnover amounted to GBP33.6
million, upon which it incurred an operating loss before exceptional items of
GBP2.9 million and after exceptional items of GBP3.6 million. For the same
period the turnover of Alpha UK relating to its Heathrow in-flight catering
activities amounted to GBP28.3 million. Under the terms of the joint venture,
both parties have contributed their trading activities and certain operating
assets comprising fixed assets and working capital items subject to certain
restrictions and limitations. Air Fayre has contributed net assets to AAL
amounting GBP1.5 million, including an intercompany liability of GBP5.0 million
payable to the Company. This liability was settled in cash on completion
resulting in a cash inflow to Journey. These funds will be applied for working
capital purposes and will enable Journey to operate with a reduced banking
facility. Alpha UK has contributed net assets to AAL amounting to GBP3.1
million.


The terms of the joint venture provide that except under certain circumstances
neither party may dispose of their interest in AAL prior to 31 December 2010 and
also provide for pre-emption arrangements from that date.


The terms of the joint venture provide for call and put options arrangements
that are exercisable during the 30 day period commencing 31 March 2013. Under
these arrangements, Alpha UK may call on Air Fayre to acquire its holding in AAL
and Air Fayre may put on Alpha UK to dispose of its holding in AAL. In each case
the consideration will be calculated with reference to earnings before interest
depreciation and taxation for the year ending 31 December 2012 and the net debt
of AAL at that date.


The joint venture agreement also includes terms under which, if during the years
ending 31 December 2010 and 31 December 2011, Alpha UK determines that it is in
the best interests of the joint venture to enter into an agreement with a third
party doing business or seeking to do business at London's Heathrow airport, Air
Fayre and Alpha UK will seek to agree terms for proceeding with the new
opportunity. In the event that agreement cannot be reached, Air Fayre will be
obliged to transfer its interest in the joint venture to Alpha UK for an agreed
consideration less any amount owing by the Company or its subsidiaries to Alpha
UK or Alpha-Airfayre Limited.


The Company also announces that it has been agreed with the Company's bankers,
Barclays Bank plc, that the amount available under the Company's multi-option
facility be further reduced from GBP4,750,000 to GBP3,750,000 and that
additional facility fees would become payable. With the benefit of greater
certainty provided by the joint venture, the Company is actively taking steps to
secure new bank facilities on more attractive terms.


Stephen Yapp, Executive Chairman of Journey Group plc said:


"We are delighted to be able to announce this merger as it will bring together
the best aspects of two individual and unique businesses. The combined
operations at London Heathrow airport will provide our customers with even more
choice and expertise whilst at the same time continuing to deliver exceptionally
high standards of service, for which both companies are well known. For our
employees we will be able to offer variety, career progression and the
opportunity to be part of a larger organisation."


Ken Adamson, Managing Director of Alpha Flight Services, UK said:


"The Joint Venture at Heathrow airport with Air Fayre forms a key and exciting
part of Alpha's overall UK and Ireland strategy, which is all about focusing on
what is important to our customers. At London Heathrow, our customers want
highly cost effective logistics operations combined with the experience and
capability to both serve their often complex requirements, and consistently
produce the finest authentic cuisine. The complementary strengths of Alpha
Flight and Air Fayre promise to deliver a unique and exciting proposition for
both our current and new customers."

[run rabbit] 30/9/2009 12:28

Looking at todays results they have done well in this enviroment and are starting to turn things around.

[run rabbit] 16/9/2009 12:54

Maybe you need to be quick Shepnic the way this has started to move.

[run rabbit] 16/9/2009 09:20

Hi Shepnic I would start by taking a look at the last results which showed a marked improvement and then take a look at the two RNS news items regarding the LAX facility and the JV with Alpha. Alpha is part of Autogrill and the potential for other tie ups would be good once they can get a foot in the door.

Nice to see them bidding for stock today.

[shepnic] 15/9/2009 21:35

I'm very interested in this stock and have been watching it for a while now. I'mlong on BARC and RLX and looking to add one more this week. Need to do a little more research, so happy to listen to any comments anyone has - either + or -

Thanks

[run rabbit] 13/9/2009 21:50

Oh agree fully and down here there has not been an excessive amount of stock available and hence the subsequent quick moves.Will be interesting to see how this one fairs the next few days for sure.

[hmt] 11/9/2009 16:20

RR this definetly has a Blue Chip Client base with an established Business Model, I think as soon as this Value Stock hits the Value Investors and Professionals Radar it will staart moving north.

This seem lika def recovery play value stock at the moment!

[run rabbit] 11/9/2009 14:49

A break over the 5p level should see a very good run on this stock.Needs to play catch up as it seems as though it tripped over and forget to pick itself up.

[run rabbit] 11/9/2009 13:12

Well well we have a little colour today.Buying in both markets as well.

[run rabbit] 11/9/2009 12:11

You are very welcome.Have you taken a look at their client base?Pretty fantastic if I do say so myself.

[hmt] 11/9/2009 10:54

Thanks RR , I'am definetly sure when this sector picks up over a period of time this stock will move forward. Good Luck to us in the meantime!