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EasyJet considers Alitalia consortium

In a statement issued today, easyJet has announced it is exploring the possibility of being a part of a consortium that might meet the future operational requirements of Alitalia.


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Following submission of easyJet's non-binding expression of interest in a restructured Alitalia in October 2018, easyJet has confirmed that it is in discussions with Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane and Delta Air Lines about forming a consortium to explore options for the future operations of Alitalia.

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EasyJet stressed there is no certainty at this stage that any transaction will proceed and easyJet will provide a further update in due course, if and when appropriate.

 

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IBS Software enters airline retailing SCA with AWS

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IBS Software enters airline retailing SCA with AWS

4 November 2025

IBS Software today announced a multiyear Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS) aimed at modernising airline retailing – the systems and processes airlines use to design, price and sell their products and services across digital and physical channels.

Sigma Advanced Systems acquires Nasmyth

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Sigma Advanced Systems acquires Nasmyth

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ADS reveals low Q3 aircraft orders

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ADS reveals low Q3 aircraft orders

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Aircraft orders in Q3 2025 fell to their lowest level since 2021, with 269 new orders placed – a 46% drop compared to the same period last year – yet year-to-date orders remain robust, up 46% at 1,431 aircraft, according to ADS.

British aerospace sector receives Vietnamese investment boost

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British aerospace sector receives Vietnamese investment boost

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A significant investment is being made into the British aerospace sector, following a major deal being made between a Vietnamese airline and the UK aerospace sector.

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Chapman Freeborn opens Zhengzhou office

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Chapman Freeborn opens Zhengzhou office

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Chapman Freeborn has officially opened a new office in Zhengzhou – currently its sixth in China, alongside Beijing, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Chengdu and Shenzhen.

Korean Air becomes new A350F customer

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Korean Air becomes new A350F customer

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Korean Air has become a new customer for the A350F large freighter, following the conversion of seven of its existing A350-1000 passenger aircraft orders to the A350F.

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