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Air France-KLM Expands in Saudi Arabia with Paris-Riyadh Service Launch

Air France-KLM announces new Paris-Riyadh flights beginning in summer 2025, expanding its presence in Saudi Arabia. This move is supported by the Saudi Air Connectivity Program and aligns with Transavia's imminent service launches to Jeddah from Paris-Orly and Lyon, enhancing tourism and connectivity.

2024-12-03T10:48:41.776203-08:00

AeroTime

Lufthansa Acquires 41% Stake in ITA Airways Post EU Approval

2024-12-02T03:12:17.510265-08:00

Reuters

EU Endorses Lufthansa's ITA Deal with EasyJet, IAG, AF-KLM Remedies

2024-11-29T11:44:01.352330-08:00

Reuters

Air France-KLM to Acquire 20% Stake in Air Europa

2024-11-27T12:07:23.510545-08:00

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Air France-KLM Expands in Saudi Arabia with Paris-Riyadh Service Launch Air France-KLM announces new Paris-Riyadh flights beginning in summer 2025, expanding its presence in Saudi Arabia. This move is supported by the Saudi Air Connectivity Program and aligns with Transavia's imminent service launches to Jeddah from Paris-Orly and Lyon, enhancing tourism and connectivity.

2024-12-03T10:48:41.776203-08:00

Air France-KLM Expands in Saudi Arabia with Paris-Riyadh Service Launch

AeroTime

Lufthansa Acquires 41% Stake in ITA Airways Post EU Approval The European Commission has approved Lufthansa's acquisition of a 41% stake in ITA Airways, following key concessions including the allocation of selected slots to Air France-KLM, IAG, and easyJet. This move strengthens Lufthansa's presence in the competitive European aviation market.

2024-12-02T03:12:17.510265-08:00

Lufthansa Acquires 41% Stake in ITA Airways Post EU Approval

Reuters

EU Endorses Lufthansa's ITA Deal with EasyJet, IAG, AF-KLM Remedies The European Commission has approved the remedy package for Lufthansa's acquisition of a stake in ITA Airways. EasyJet, IAG, and Air France-KLM are approved as suitable remedy takers to enhance competition by securing more routes under this deal.

2024-11-29T11:44:01.352330-08:00

EU Endorses Lufthansa's ITA Deal with EasyJet, IAG, AF-KLM Remedies

Reuters

Air France-KLM to Acquire 20% Stake in Air Europa Air France-KLM is negotiating a €100 million acquisition of a 20% stake in Air Europa, as confirmed by Globalia. The move comes after IAG's failed acquisition attempt, signifying ongoing consolidation efforts in the European airline sector.

2024-11-27T12:07:23.510545-08:00

Air France-KLM to Acquire 20% Stake in Air Europa

AeroTime

KLM A330 Returns After Bird Strike Damages Engines at Amsterdam A KLM Airbus A330-200 experienced a significant bird strike while departing from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, resulting in damage to both engines which necessitated a return to the airport. The aircraft landed safely, and no injuries were reported among passengers or crew.

2024-11-19T02:14:54.268469-08:00

KLM A330 Returns After Bird Strike Damages Engines at Amsterdam

Aviation Week

Air France-KLM Q3 Profit Drops Due to Increased Costs and Olympic Impact Air France-KLM's third-quarter results show a €122 million decline in profit to €824 million, driven by rising costs and the impact of the Paris Olympic Games. The company foresees a steeper full-year cost increase, highlighting ongoing financial and operational challenges.

2024-11-07T03:53:57.860712-08:00

Air France-KLM Q3 Profit Drops Due to Increased Costs and Olympic Impact

Reuters

European Airlines Face Q3 Challenges: Rising Costs and Aircraft Delays Hamper Growth Major European airlines, including Lufthansa and Air France-KLM, continue to face financial pressures in Q3 due to escalating operational costs and persistent delivery delays from Boeing and Airbus. The constraints strain fleet expansions, impacting profitability and operational efficiency.

2024-10-28T07:10:04.592245-07:00

European Airlines Face Q3 Challenges: Rising Costs and Aircraft Delays Hamper Growth

Reuters

Air France-KLM Seeks Stake in TAP Air Portugal Privatization Air France-KLM has expressed its intention to participate in the privatization of TAP Air Portugal. The group is considering various strategies, including the potential acquisition of a minority stake, as negotiations with the Portuguese government continue.

2024-10-25T03:59:55.512410-07:00

Air France-KLM Seeks Stake in TAP Air Portugal Privatization

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