Lufthansa, ITA Airways

Lufthansa Group acquires 41% stake in ITA Airways
German aviation company Lufthansa Group has acquired a 41% stake in ITA Airways. Lufthansa Group can opt to acquire the remaining shares. The Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) retains the remaining 59% of ITA Airways for now. The transaction was officially sealed with a capital increase of €325m ($334m) by Lufthansa.
Press Release: Lufthansa Group finalizes 41% stake in ITA Airways
The Italian airline ITA Airways is a new member of the Lufthansa Group. The Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) and Europe’s leading aviation group concluded the transaction today. As a result, the Lufthansa Group has a 41 percent stake in the Italian airline ITA Airways. The remaining 59 percent will initially continue to be held by MEF.
How Well Will ITA Airways Fit In With The Other Lufthansa Group Airlines?
January 2025 saw the Lufthansa Group conclude one of the most hotly anticipated business deals in the recent history of European commercial aviation, as the company finalized a 41% stake in Italian flag carrier ITA Airways.
Lufthansa-ITA tie-up finalised with transfer of two-fifths stake in Italian carrier
Germany's Lufthansa Group has completed its long-sought acquisition of Italian carrier ITA Airways, finalising on 17 January its acquisition of a two-fifths stake in the company.
Germany’s Lufthansa closes deal to acquire 41% of ITA Airways, gaining full control by 2033
Under the €325-million ($350-million) deal, Lufthansa takes an initial 41 per cent stake in ITA, formerly Alitalia, from the Italian government, gaining full control by 2033 with a total investment of €829-million. The remaining 59 per cent will initially continue to be held by the Italian Treasury.
Lufthansa Finalizes Deal for 41% Stake in Italy’s ITA Airways
Deutsche Lufthansa AG completed the acquisition of a minority stake in Italian carrier ITA Airways late on Friday after first making an offer for its competitor in January 2023.
German Lufthansa seals deal to get 41% of ITA Airways, full control by 2033
Germany's Lufthansa Group on Friday finalised its acquisition of Italian airline ITA Airways, closing a long period of uncertainty for Italy's former flagship carrier.
Lufthansa's Strategic Sky-High Acquisition: ITA Airways Deal Sealed
Lufthansa Group completed its acquisition of Italy's ITA Airways, formerly Alitalia, finalizing a deal worth 829 million euros. Lufthansa now holds 41% of ITA, aiming for full control by 2033. This acquisition addresses competition concerns by allowing rival airlines access to certain routes,
Lufthansa Group Acquires 41% Stake in ITA Airways in $353 Million Deal
ITA Airways joins Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, and Brussels Airlines as part of the Lufthansa Group's network.
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