(Finance) – The Portuguese government is ready to start the privatization of Tap Air Portugal. Operation that should start implementing in March 2025, With the sale of 49% of the capital of the airline, to be completed by the end of the year or at the latest within the first months of 2026.
Manifestations of interest were expressed by Lufthansa, Air France-Klm and IAG group, CHe aims to strengthen their presence on the South American market, where Tap has a consolidated network.
With Lufthansa moves Star Alliance, while for IAG the acquisition of Tap It could represent a valid alternative after renunciation to detect Air Europe.