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EU to order Lufthansa to restore Condor's access to its short-haul network

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Posted on January 15, 2025

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This image illustrates Lufthansa's logo alongside a Condor aircraft, highlighting the EU's directive for Lufthansa to restore Condor's access to its short-haul network. This decision impacts competition for Frankfurt-New York flights.
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BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Commission told Lufthansa on Wednesday it would order the German flag carrier to reinstate charter airline Condor's access to Lufthansa's short-haul network to feed

EU Directs Lufthansa to Restore Condor's Short-Haul Network Access

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Commission told Lufthansa on Wednesday it would order the German flag carrier to reinstate charter airline Condor's access to Lufthansa's short-haul network to feed Condor's Frankfurt-New York route.

The expected interim measure is part of the Commission's investigation into the joint venture between Lufthansa, United, and Air Canada, which the EU executive believes may restrict competition for Frankfurt-New York flights.

The Commission said Lufthansa should reinstate the arrangements in June 2024 that provided feeder traffic to Condor to and from Frankfurt, which ceased to apply in December. Without the arrangements, Condor might not be forced to exit the Frankfurt-New York route, the Commission said

(Reporting by Charlotte Van Campenhout; editing by Philip Blenkinsop)

Key Takeaways

  • EU Commission orders Lufthansa to restore Condor's network access.
  • The decision affects the Frankfurt-New York route.
  • Investigation into Lufthansa, United, and Air Canada joint venture.
  • Potential competition restrictions identified by the EU.
  • Lufthansa to reinstate arrangements by June 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did the European Commission order Lufthansa to do?
The European Commission ordered Lufthansa to reinstate charter airline Condor's access to its short-haul network.
Why is the European Commission investigating Lufthansa?
The investigation is focused on a joint venture between Lufthansa, United, and Air Canada, which may restrict competition for flights.
When should Lufthansa reinstate the arrangements for Condor?
Lufthansa is expected to reinstate the arrangements in June 2024, which provided feeder traffic to Condor from Frankfurt.

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