British Airways and KLM have revealed they are talking to each other, and to other carriers, about co-operation in what BA describes as "these exceptional times". The moves come in light of the European Commission saying it will consider capacity co-ordination deals on a case-by-case basis as part of its package of emergency measures for air transport. For now, the airline talks are aimed at areas like codesharing rather than greater moves towards consolidation.
Source: Airline Business
Vietnam Airlines and China Southern Airlines have entered a joint venture arrangement as they look to tap into travel demand between the two countries.
Air India has signed a raft of partnership agreements with airlines in Europe, Central Asia and Africa, as it looks to expand its global network.
The closure of Pakistan airspace to Indian airlines could have a “significant” financial impact on Air India, if the reciprocal measures between the two countries stay in place.
