The deal, initiated in May 2023, saw Lufthansa pledging €325 million for a significant stake in ITA, alongside a €250 million investment from the Italian ministry. However, concerns raised by the commission earlier this year regarding reduced competition and proposed fixes by Lufthansa deemed insufficient have further complicated the situation.
Looking Ahead
As the investigation unfolds and stakeholders navigate through regulatory hurdles, the fate of the Lufthansa-ITA deal hangs in the balance, with broader implications for air transport competition across Europe and beyond.
