While the agreement for the takeover of 41% of ITA (formerly Alitalia) by Lufthansa was signed at the end of May 2023, Europe still refuses to give the green light to the operation.
In its “letter of grievances” which it has just sent to Rome, the Commission expresses its fear that the operation will reduce competition on already uncompetitive routes, leading to both an increase in prices and a reduction in the quality of services. services.
She lists a list of critical points to which answers must be provided by April 26, so that she can decide before June 6.
First, on the connections between Italy and countries close to Europe, namely Germany, Switzerland, Belgium and Austria.
ITA and Lufthansa have so far been in head-to-head competition there, including indirect flights, with the German company also controlling Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Swiss, Discover and Air Dolomiti.
Also for Europe, if the operation were to succeed, competition…
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