Air France-KLM says Alitalia is 'closed chapter', no contacts with government

Last week, Italy Prime Minister, Silvio Berlusconi, said Air France-KLM could be a partner for Alitalia. French President, Nicholas Sarkozy, speaking after the two leaders met, said any decision was for the Air France-KLM to take.
 
In Apr-08, Air France-KLM withdrew its offer to acquire Alitalia after failing to win trade union support.

On being an international partner for Alitalia, Air France-KLM Deputy Chief Executive, Pierre-Henri Gourgeon, said the idea was being put forward in a very different context than previously as all international airlines have to deal with the oil price.

Air France-KLM Finance Director, Philippe Calavia, added "Now the conditions for a rescue would be so drastic that it would be unacceptable. Only the Italians can propose what is necessary to return the company to profitability."

© Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation. Date posted: 10-Jun-08
 

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