·November 23, 2022

MSC abandons negotiations to buy ITA Airways

The lengthy negotiations for the privatization of ITA Airways opened yet another episode, which sees the departure of the MSC Cruises Group.

MSC abandons negotiations to buy ITA Airways
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MSC abandons negotiations to buy ITA Airways

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