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Alitalia Certified by IATA for Baggage Handling Operations

Alitalia has received the readiness certificate of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) for its baggage handling operations at the Rome Fiumicino hub.

Air France to Launch Service Between Paris and Seattle in March 2018

Air France has announced a non-stop service between Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Seattle in Washington, USA, as of March 2018.

FlightStats: Alitalia Third Most Punctual Airline in Europe

Alitalia has ranked third most punctual airline in Europe and tenth in the world in the first two quarters of 2017, according to FlightStats.

Ryanair Eyes Alitalia, Says it Made ‘Non-binding Offer’

Irish low-cost carrier Ryanair has made "a non-binding offer" for Italian airline Alitalia, the company said on Monday.

Etihad Welcomes Robin Kamark as CEO of Airline Equity Partners

Etihad Aviation Group appointed Robin Kamark as Chief Executive Officer of Airline Equity Partners, a position he will take up in October 2017.

Alitalia to Enter ‘Extraordinary Administration’

Alitalia is to enter "extraordinary administration", the airline announced on Tuesday, May 2, after a meeting of its shareholders, Italian financial institutions and Etihad Airways, which holds 49 percent of its shares.

Alitalia to Launch First Ever Direct Flights to the Maldives

Alitalia will launch its first ever scheduled direct flights between Italy and the Maldives on October 31 to meet the increasing demand of the winter season.

Alitalia to Increase Rome-Mexico City Flights

Alitalia recently announced additional weekly flights on its Rome-Mexico City route, with a new daily service starting on July 3.

Alitalia: New Non-stop Daily Athens-Tel Aviv Flight

Alitalia will launch a new daily non-stop service between Athens and Tel Aviv in May, responding to growing demand.

Greece Meets the ‘New’ Alitalia at Athens Event

The Greek market was recently introduced to the "new" Alitalia, its services and new destinations of 2016, during an event held at the Italian Embassy in Athens.

Alitalia Switches to New Sabre IT System

Alitalia has successfully completed a major IT system upgrade as all of the airline's reservations, check-in and critical airline operations were recently switched from Arco to global technology company, Sabre.

Alitalia Appoints New General Manager for Greece

Alitalia has appointed Georgios Athanassiou to the position of General Manager for Greece.

Etihad Airways Bridges Abu Dhabi with Venice

Etihad Airways has announced that it will expand its services to Italy with a daily flight to Venice Marco Polo Airport.

Alitalia Cancels 142 Flights Due to Strike Action

Italy's national carrier Alitalia has announced the cancellation of 142 flights scheduled for Tuesday due to strike action by part of its staff.

Alitalia Returns to China with Service to Beijing

Alitalia will inaugurate a new Rome-Beijing direct flight on July 18, resuming service between Italy and the People's Republic of China.

Etihad’s James Hogan Named One of the 25 Most Influential Business Travel Executives in 2015

James Hogan, President and Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, has been recognized as one of the 25 most influential business travel executives by Business Travel News (BTN), the premier industry publication for corporate travel news.

Which Airlines Did Not Get ‘Scared Off’ By the Financial Situation in Greece?

While a large number of international airlines decided this week to temporarily withdraw the BSP ticketing authority for all travel agents in Greece, due to the financial situation in the country, others opted to give a vote of confidence to the country and stood by their Greek...

Introducing the New Alitalia

The strategy for the new Alitalia was unveiled on Tuesday, with an unequivocal commitment by the new executive team and strategic investors to reinvent the airline.

Alitalia to Launch New Greek Island Routes in August from Milan Linate

Alitalia this summer will launch new seasonal routes from Italy's second largest airport Milan Linate to four popular Greek islands.

Alitalia and Etihad Airways Receive Merger Clearance from European Commission

Alitalia and Etihad Airways have confirmed that they have received merger clearance from the European Commission under EU Regulation No. 139/2004.
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