Etihad Airways has confirmed its equity stake in Virgin Australia Holdings had reached 19.9%. This follows a series of on-market purchases of Virgin Australia shares over recent weeks. The Abu Dhabi-based airline now holds more than 515 million shares in its equity partner airline. At 19.9%, Etihad Airways has reached the threshold approved by Australia’s Foreign Investment Review Board in June 2013. James Hogan, President and Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, said: “We are delighted to have reached this milestone. “It reflects our strong support for the business strategy and management team of Virgin Australia and our enduring commitment

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