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LEVEL to Wet-Lease A330s to Iberia

LEVEL, a Spanish airline and a subsidiary of International Airlines Group (IAG), has announced plans to wet-lease its Airbus A330 aircraft to Iberia, another IAG carrier, during its ongoing process to secure a foreign air carrier permit and interim exemption authority from the US Department of Transportation (DOT). The move aligns with the US-EU Open Skies agreement, which facilitates…

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IAG Invests to Maintain 20% Stake in Air Europa

International Airlines Group (IAG), headquartered in the UK, has reaffirmed its commitment to its stake in Air Europa, Spain’s prominent airline. The group announced its decision to participate in Air Europa’s capital increase, contributing $16.8 million to the initiative. This move ensures that IAG retains its 20% ownership in the airline, solidifying its strategic position in the Spanish and broader…

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European Commission Approves Remedy Takers for ITA Airways Deal

The European Commission has granted approval under the EU Merger Regulation for easyJet (UK), IAG (UK), and Air France-KLM as suitable remedy takers. This decision comes as part of the commitments made by Lufthansa (Germany) and the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) to secure joint control over ITA Airways (Italy).

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IAG Settles $132M Compensation to Air Europa for Canceled Acquisition

IAG (International Airlines Group), headquartered in the United Kingdom, has finalized a $132 million compensation payment to Air Europa, the Spanish airline, for the canceled acquisition deal. The settlement concludes IAG’s financial obligations to Air Europa, following its decision not to proceed with the purchase. The payment reflects a negotiated agreement to resolve outstanding claims related to…

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IAG’s Valuation “Unreflective” of Strong Returns, Says Panmure Liberum

IAG (International Airlines Group), the UK-based parent company of British Airways and Iberia, is considered significantly undervalued by financial firm Panmure Liberum. According to Panmure Liberum, IAG’s share price should be trading at more than double its current value due to the company’s high return on capital and profit margins that outperform its industry peers. This assessment suggests that…

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IAG Considers Future Asia Routes for Level, Pending Market Conditions

IAG (International Airlines Group), based in the UK, has indicated that its low-cost subsidiary Level, headquartered in Spain, could consider launching flights to Asia in the future. However, according to IAG, the current market conditions are not suitable for such an expansion. While IAG has not ruled out the possibility, it has emphasized that the decision will depend on improvements…

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IAG CEO Awaits Decision on Air Europa Capital Increase

IAG CEO Luis Gallego has not yet confirmed whether the group will take part in Globalia’s proposed capital increase for Air Europa, aimed at strengthening the Spanish airline’s financial stability. This potential investment would enhance Air Europa’s fiscal resilience, particularly valuable as the airline seeks to recover from recent economic challenges and compete effectively within Europe.

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Portugal Plans to Retain 51% Stake in TAP Amid Reduced Interest from IAG

The Portuguese government has expressed its intention to retain a 51% controlling stake in TAP Air Portugal, following the airline’s recent public-funded rescue. This move ensures that Portugal maintains a majority interest in TAP, safeguarding national interests and providing stability as the airline recovers from financial challenges. However, this approach may affect potential investment from…