German Lufthansa closes deal to acquire 41% of ITA Airways, gaining full control by 2033
German Lufthansa Group has finalized its acquisition of Italian airline ITA Airways, closing a long period of uncertainty for Italy's former flagship carrier.
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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.