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  1. The Portuguese government announced a sovereign wealth fund and initiated the state purchase of the airline TAP.
  2. Binding offers have been submitted for a minority stake in TAP Air Portugal, proposing access to joint ventures and Star Alliance benefits.

Lufthansa Group Acquires 44.9% Stake in TAP Air Portugal

10 reports, 3 independent Updated Oct 15
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What happened

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The Portuguese government selected Lufthansa Group to purchase a 44.9% stake in TAP Air Portugal, completing the first phase of the airline’s privatization. Lufthansa paid €1.2 billion for the stake, outbidding Air France-KLM. The state will retain a 50.1% majority stake, and Lufthansa will be responsible for executive and operational management.

From euronews.com, wdtimes.com, nltimes.nl

Why it matters

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The acquisition represents a major step in the privatization of Portugal's national carrier, with the deal bringing in €1.201 billion in this initial phase. Lufthansa’s involvement introduces a significant operational and financial change to TAP Air Portugal, while the transaction requires approval from European Union regulators.

Binding offers for a minority stake in TAP Air Portugal were submitted, proposing access to joint ventures and Star Alliance benefits, while the Portuguese government initiated the state purchase of the airline TAP.

From euronews.com, wdtimes.com

Who's involved

  • LufthansaGerman carrier that acquired a 44.9% stake in TAP Air Portugal
  • Air France-KLMAirline holding company that lost the bid for the stake in TAP Air Portugal
  • TAP Air PortugalPortuguese flag-carrier airline that is undergoing partial privatization
  • PortugalCountry whose government is privatizing its national airline
  • European CommissionEuropean Union executive branch that must approve the transaction
  • Luís MontenegroPortuguese politician who announced the government's decision

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • TAP Air PortugalSpeculative

    TAP Air Portugal might see changes in its operational costs and revenue structure due to the new management and ownership.

  • LufthansaSpeculative

    Lufthansa might increase its market share and revenue in the European aviation sector through its ownership of TAP Air Portugal.

  • PortugalSpeculative

    Portugal might see changes in state revenue and investment flows as part of the privatization effort.

Possible ripples

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How it developed

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  1. Lufthansa Group is acquiring a stake in TAP Air Portugal.1 source
  2. Lufthansa outbid Air France-KLM for the stake in Portuguese flag carrier TAP.1 source
  3. Lufthansa won the race for TAP Air Portugal, with EC approving restructuring aid.1 source

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Binding offers have been submitted for a minority stake in TAP Air Portugal, proposing access to joint ventures and Star Alliance benefits. All 1 developments

Within The Portuguese government announced a sovereign wealth fund and initiated the state purchase of the airline TAP.

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Coverage

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