Australia’s competition watchdog has given final approval for a partnership between Qantas and Emirates.
Under the alliance, the two airlines will collaborate on pricing, sales and flight scheduling.
It will also see Qantas switch its hub for European flights from Singapore to Dubai.
“Qantas is an Australian icon and the future of its international business is much brighter with this partnership,” said Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce.
“Customers are already responding very strongly to the joint network that Qantas and Emirates have built, and to the frequent flyer benefits that extend across it, with a significant increase in bookings.”
