Qatar Airways to acquire stake in Meridiana
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Qatar Airways has signed an agreement with Alisarda, the parent company of Meridiana, to acquire a 49 percent stake in the airline.
Qatar Airways Group CEO Akbar Al Baker said: “Qatar Airways continues to expand its business opportunities around the world, increasing travel options for our passengers while also enhancing our investment portfolio.
“This agreement sets the path to progress our work towards a strong resolution that benefits both the staff and passengers who travel with Meridiana fly.”
Meridiana is the second largest carrier in Italy, with an extensive national and European network, which connects the main Italian airports with Sardinia and provides connectivity with hubs in Europe as well as in the U.S. and Africa. Meridiana’s fleet consists of Boeing 737s, 767s and MD-82s.
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