United Kingdom
United States
Asia Pacific
EU gives backing to Lufthansa/Swiss deal
The European Commission has approved the takeover of Swiss International by German carrier Lufthansa.
The announcement, delivered earlier than expected, comes shortly after US competition authorities also waved the plan through.
A statement issued by Lufthansa said it has agreed with the EU to ensure adequate slots are made available to rival airlines on some European and intercontinental routes. US approval was unconditional.
Lufthansa executive board chairman and chief executive Wolfgang Mayrhuber said customers of both airlines will see the benefits of the deal “in just a few weeks.”
“Lufthansa and Swiss deliver quality mobility to and from Europe,” he said.
Swiss president and chief executive Christoph Franz added: “We are seeing the team-up of two globally reputed airlines with the same commitment to superior service and quality. We can now offer our customers more destinations, better connections, integrated frequent flyer programmes and greater lounge access.”
An expanded range of products and services will begin at the start of the 2005/06 winter schedules.
Report by Steve Jones
Tony from Gatto’s Pizza on Columbus’s Unique Pizza Trail
Sophia Hyder Hock on Global Social Inclusion in Tourism
Sustainable Tourism: Don Welsh on Community Values and Global Collaboration
Jane Cunningham: Enhancing European Engagement in Tourism
Kristin Dunne: Navigating Destination Strategy
Revolutionizing Mobile Connectivity: Boris Bijlstra on HUBBY eSIM
Capturing Glasgow’s Vibrancy: An Interview with Susan Deighan, Chief Executive of Glasgow Life
Lebua Hotel & Resorts: Rajan Khurana on Hospitality and Bangkok’s Charms
Sustainable Tourism and Growth: Insights from Chiravadee Khunsub from Tourism Authority of Thailand
Revolutionizing Travel: SmartSIM USA’s Dale Takio Unveils the Power of E Sims
TravelMole Interview with Hishan Singhawansa, Deputy CEO of Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, Sri Lanka
Unveiling the Essence of Magari Tours: A Dive into Authentic Italian Experiences
EU airports bring back 100ml liquid rule
CLIA: Anti-cruise demos could cause itinerary changes in Europe
Co-pilot faints, easyJet flight issues ‘red alert’
Dozens fall ill in P&O Cruises ship outbreak
Woman dies after getting ‘entangled’ in baggage carousel