So, I just read that ITA Airways is hopping on the Lufthansa Group-ANA JV bandwagon in October 2026. Seems like ITA is really cozying up to Lufthansa, huh? This move means they're not just sticking to European and African routes but also adding their Rome Fiumicino to Tokyo Haneda service to the mix.
Honestly, I think it's a smart move for ITA. Being part of a joint venture like this could open up a lot more network connections for them, especially since ANA already flies Haneda to Milan Malpensa. Though ITA doesn't serve Milan, having a presence in Tokyo through this JV could be a solid boost for them.
But I'm curious-do you guys think this will help ITA become a stronger player in the Europe-Asia market? And what about ANA flying to Milan instead of Rome? Seems like an oversight or just a strategic choice? I'm not entirely sure how this will all pan out, but it's definitely interesting to see how these airline partnerships evolve.
Would love to hear your thoughts on whether this is a game-changer for ITA or just another step in their relationship with Lufthansa. Also, how do you think this might impact travelers going between Europe and Asia?
Honestly, I think it's a smart move for ITA. Being part of a joint venture like this could open up a lot more network connections for them, especially since ANA already flies Haneda to Milan Malpensa. Though ITA doesn't serve Milan, having a presence in Tokyo through this JV could be a solid boost for them.
But I'm curious-do you guys think this will help ITA become a stronger player in the Europe-Asia market? And what about ANA flying to Milan instead of Rome? Seems like an oversight or just a strategic choice? I'm not entirely sure how this will all pan out, but it's definitely interesting to see how these airline partnerships evolve.
Would love to hear your thoughts on whether this is a game-changer for ITA or just another step in their relationship with Lufthansa. Also, how do you think this might impact travelers going between Europe and Asia?