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Articles tagged “mergers”

Airlines

AMR creditors give the green light on the American-US Air merger

The newest information besides the creditors’ approval: The board of the merged company with have 4 members from US Airways, 3 from AMR, and 5 to be chosen by the AMR creditors.

Reuters | 11 years ago

AMR creditors give the green light on the American-US Air merger

Airlines

American-US Airways talks on tie-up may be knotted over Horton’s role

Horton's role and the composition of the board seem to be holding up a deal, which many view as inevitable.

Andrea Ahles, Fort Worth Star-Telegram | 11 years ago

Airlines

American, US Airways boards could meet Wednesday — or maybe not

Warnings of further delays to a decision could be caused by questions over the role of American's CEO Tom Horton, which could be problematic given how long the parties have had to settle this.

David Koenig, The Associated Press | 11 years ago

Airlines

History suggests American-U.S. Airways merger would quickly gain U.S. approval

Regulators are expected to okay the merger since it’s approved similar deals in the recent past, but this will likely be the last for major U.S. airlines before risking the creation an industry monopoly.

Skift | 11 years ago

History suggests American-U.S. Airways merger would quickly gain U.S. approval

Airlines

Did American or U.S. Airways lose more passengers’ bags in 2012?

With an average of two mishandled bags per 1,000 passengers, neither airline is particularly stunning in the baggage handling. Small operational improvement such as this would help make the merger a win for consumers.

Samantha Shankman, Skift | 11 years ago

Did American or U.S. Airways lose more passengers’ bags in 2012?

Airlines

AMR says it needs more time as airlines’ merger meeting is pushed to Wednesday

It was looking like Monday, Tuesday at the latest, was when we’d finally have the official word on the merger. Are sources pulling our legs by saying meetings are pushed to mid-week?

Soyoung Kim, Reuters | 11 years ago

Airlines

American Airlines-US airways merger FAQ: What it means for travelers

An American Airlines-US Airways merger would mean huge changes for the global aviation industry and travelers. But, sit back and relax: You won't feel much impact for at least a year.

Dennis Schaal, Skift | 11 years ago

American Airlines-US airways merger FAQ: What it means for travelers

Airlines

American Airlines shareholders pin hopes on no merger taking place

Some American Airlines shareholders appreciate the stock's appreciation, but it is a pipe dream if they believe a merger won't eventually take place.

Andrea Ahles, Fort Worth Telegram | 11 years ago

American Airlines shareholders pin hopes on no merger taking place

Airlines

African airlines look to consolidation to take back control of their continent’s airspace

Global alliances are considered a necessity these days, but Kenya Airways wants to take care of business at home first, as it seeks a merger with two other African airlines.

Skift | 11 years ago

African airlines look to consolidation to take back control of their continent’s airspace

Online Travel

Kayak shareholder files suit to block Priceline purchase

With the Priceline-Kayak deal coming so soon after the Kayak IPO, Kayak investors were understandably shocked. Whether the deal terms will lead to further shareholder compensation is up to the court to decide.

Dennis Schaal, Skift | 11 years ago