Travellers expected to win from Qatar-Virgin Australia deal

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.
'More affordable': Travellers expected to win from the Qatar-Virgin Australia deal
Australian travellers could face cheaper airfares after Qatar Airways' 25 per cent stake in Virgin Australia was approved federal government.
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.
Given the green light: Qatar Airways cleared for 25% stake in Virgin Australia
Qatar Airways has finally received regulatory approval to take a 25% minority stake in Virgin Australia paving the way for international collaboration.
Government approval granted for Qatar Airways to buy 25 per cent stake in Virgin Australia
Qatar Airways’ bid to acquire a 25 per cent stake in Virgin Australia has been approved by the Albanese government, which will enable more Aussies to travel around the world for less.
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.
Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways partnership takes off
Australian travellers are set to benefit after a deeper strategic partnership between Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways Group
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' investment in Virgin Australia wins approval
Qatar Airways will take a 25% stake in Virgin Australia, following approval of the investment by Australia's Department of the Treasury. The investment sets the stage for Virgin Australia to resume long-haul flying this summer for the first time since reorganizing during the pandemic.
'Major win' for flyers as Qatar-Virgin deal approved
Passengers and the aviation industry are expected to benefit from improved competition after a deal between Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia was approved.
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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.