ITA Airways

ITA Airways says by the end of 2024 its visual identity will be “enriched” with a historic element paying tribute to both the country and its aviation heritage.

This week’s Carbon Analysis revisits the European “Second Four,” namely Iberia, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, TAP Air Portugal and Alitalia/ITA Airways.

Long talked about European consolidation seems to be gaining traction, if governments can be reassured.

Some recent deals show mid-sized carriers, along with big network carriers, are also playing an active role in reshaping the sector landscape.

After announcing plans to shut a base in France, easyJet has now confirmed the closure of a base in Italy.

The multinational airline group cited regulatory challenges as it announced it was abandoning its plan to acquire Air Europa.

ITA Airways has operated as Italy’s national airline since 2021. Can it succeed as part of a larger group?

After Lufthansa's investment in ITA Airways was approved, our editors discuss the implications of the deal and what it means for consolidation in the region.

Lufthansa is confident it will reach the necessary agreements with competitor airlines to win EC final clearance for an ITA Airways deal by Q4 2024.

Volotea and EasyJet are ready to act as "remedy takers," taking slots and/or routes to help ensure the approval of Lufthansa’s ITA Airways stake purchase plan.

The European Commission has approved Lufthansa’s move to acquire a stake in ITA Airways after remedies were agreed on to address Brussels' competition concerns.

The latest airline route news, featuring network changes, schedule alterations, codeshares and interline agreements.

Lufthansa may soon get the green light for its ITA purchase while Air France-KLM is excited about plans for SAS.

The EC and Lufthansa are understood to have agreed on additional remedies that clear the way for the group’s planned investment in ITA Airways.

European elections are taking place June 9, and the Italian government is exerting substantial pressure on the European Commission to allow the deal.

The latest airline route news, featuring network changes, schedule alterations, codeshares and interline agreements.

Lufthansa’s attempt to take a controlling stake in ITA Airways has hit another roadblock.

Antitrust scrutiny from Brussels has caused headaches for Lufthansa over its planned investment in ITA Airways—and it isn't the only airline to be left in limbo.

Almost a one month after its launch, Routes checks in on the status of the Italian carrier's network.

The latest airline route news, featuring network changes, schedule alterations, codeshares and interline agreements.

Although Lufthansa is reporting a higher than expected first quarter loss, the airline remains confident for the summer season and possible ITA Airways deal.

The way the EC is arguing its case should not only worry Lufthansa, but others European players that either want to acquire a carrier or want to be acquired.

Looking at Iberia, KLM, and TAP, progress appears to be slowing, apart from ITA/Alitalia, which is working to reduce emissions from a raised level.

The EC has set a one-month deadline in a month for the parties to submit remedies that could ease their concerns.

The latest airline route news, featuring network changes, schedule alterations, codeshares and interline agreements.