The agreement between Ita Airways and Lufthansa, awaited with great interest, now faces a new obstacle. All that was missing was the signature of the Treasury, but an unexpected request for a discount by the German giant has complicated the situation. This unexpected event has generated tensions between Rome and Frankfurt, while Brussels watches and awaits developments.
The dispute escalated when Lufthansa requested a revision of the economic conditions already agreed. According to the German company, the request is based on elements present in the original contract. However, the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) perceived this move as an affront.
Sources claim that the Ministry of Economy and Finance considers the request for cost reductions unacceptable, stressing that the investments made by Ita were agreed with Lufthansa. Furthermore, the year 2025 is expected to bring an increase in air traffic due to the Jubilee, making Ita’s economic position more solid.
Despite recent tensions, the parties involved still seem determined to continue negotiations. Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti reassured that negotiations are ongoing, expressing full confidence in the work of the Mef. Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini also reiterated the government’s commitment to protecting the company’s interests. However, the climate remains tense and the signs of a possible agreement are not yet clear. In circles close to Lufthansa, the news of the stop was greeted with surprise and optimism was expressed about the success of the negotiation. Brussels continues to hope for a positive outcome for the agreement, aware of the complexities related to the current situation. The hope is to reach the closing of the agreement by the November 11 deadline, but flexibility will be needed from both sides to overcome this stalemate. In this uncertain context, the future of the alliance between Ita and Lufthansa remains hanging by a thread and developments in the coming weeks will be crucial.
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