Australia, Qatar Airways and Virgin

Australia approves Qatar Airways' 25% stake buy in Virgin Australia
The Australian government on Thursday approved Qatar Airways' move to buy a 25% stake in Virgin Australia from U.S. private equity firm Bain Capital saying the deal would deliver more international flights and support jobs.
Australia Allows Qatar Airways to Take Virgin Australia Stake
Qatar Airways Ltd.’s acquisition of a 25% stake in Virgin Australia can proceed subject to enforceable conditions, Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers said, adding the deal would improve competition in the country’s highly-concentrated aviation sector.
Qatar gets green light for 25% stake in Virgin Australia
Qatar Airways has clinched regulatory approval for a 25% investment in Virgin Australia, paving the way for the Australian carrier to eventually restart long-haul operations.
Australia clears Qatar-Virgin deal to spur competition in aviation market
Australia on Thursday approved Qatar Airways buying a 25% stake in Virgin Australia from U.S. private equity firm Bain Capital, posing a challenge for national flag carrier Qantas that has long dominated Australian air routes.
A 'major win' for travellers: What to expect from the Qatar-Virgin Australia deal
The deal will open new routes for travellers and is expected to provide a long-term pathway for Virgin Australia to operate its own long-haul flights.
Qatar Airways wins approval for 25% stake in Virgin Australia
Move will inject foreign competition into Australia's Qantas-dominated aviation sector. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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Qatar’s minority 25% stake in Virgin Australia approved by Federal Govt
Qatar's minority 25 per cent stake in Virgin Australia has been approved by the Federal Government with VA long-haul flights to Doha starting on 1 June.
Australia backs Virgin-Qatar Airways tie-up citing improved air services
Australia's competition watchdog on Tuesday backed a planned alliance between Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways, saying it would provide air travellers with improved services and products.
Australia Treasurer Approves Qatar Airways' 25% Stake Buy in Virgin Australia
(Reuters) - Australia's Treasurer Jim Chalmers approved Qatar Airways' proposal to buy a 25% stake in Virgin Australia, the Australian Financial Review reported early on Thursday.
Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia deal given green light
Qatar Airways has been given the green light to buy a 25 per cent stake in Virgin Australia. Treasurer Jim Chalmers has signed off on the acquisition which will see the Middle Eastern carrier operate more flights between Australia and Doha.
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‘Major win’ for flyers as Qatar-Virgin deal approved
Qatar Airways' acquisition of a 25 per cent stake in Virgin Australia has been approved by the federal government subject to conditions.
Qantas reacts to Virgin, Qatar merge
Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways have officially been given the green light by the Australian Government to partner in a move predicted to shake up the local aviation industry.
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Qatar Airways’ industry leading Starlink program equips over 50% of Boeing fleet with Wi-Fi
Qatar Airways has installed Starlink Wi-Fi on its 30th aircraft, equipping over 50 per cent of its Boeing fleet with the ...