Alitalia and Etihad Airways receive clearance from the European Commission

Alitalia and Etihad Airways have received merger clearance from the European Commission under EU Regulation No. 139/2004. They can therefore proceed with the proposed strategic partnership announced in August. Following the completion of its review, the European Commission confirmed that the partnership complies with the European regulations on competition. In line with previous cases, the airlines undertook commitments aimed at facilitating the entry of new airlines on the Rome to Belgrade route. The parties continue to work together with a view to completing the transaction before the end of the year. President and Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, James