Fusioni & Acquisizioni

✈️ Ita Airways is poised for significant changes as Lufthansa moves towards a majority stake. By 2030, Ita aims to be Europe's youngest airline with a 100% new-generation fleet, having grown from 52 to 106 aircraft in four years, already achieving a 25% fuel consumption reduction. New routes include a twice-weekly service from Fiumicino to Mauritius and a Houston route starting May 1, 2026. The company focuses on sustainability, intercontinental network expansion, and efficient maintenance.

📁 Willy Fassio's tour operator, Il Tucano, closed due to financial struggles worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite efforts, including talks with Kel 12, led by Gianluca Rubino, the rescue attempts failed. On February 1, 2025, Kel 12 became the tenant of Il Tucano, taking on its brand and staff of 5. Kel 12 commits to maintaining operational continuity, preserving the brand's legacy.

📈 Salpa, based in Italy, has acquired a majority stake in BHB Italy, a leader in sponge cake ingredient production for pastry, foodservice, and retail. This marks Salpa's first acquisition and aims to enhance production capabilities and expand market presence. Mauro Casagrande, BHB’s CEO, retains a minority stake and continues leading the company. This strategic move, supported by Apheon, aligns with Salpa's growth ambitions, focusing on product quality and operational excellence.

🏨 Ian Schrager, creator of the boutique hotel lifestyle, partners with Highgate to expand the PUBLIC brand globally beyond New York. Highgate manages over 80,000 rooms across North America, the Caribbean, Latin America, and Europe, and will oversee PUBLIC hotels. PUBLIC West Hollywood is set to open in spring, showcasing Schrager’s innovative luxury concept. Schrager retains creative control, aiming to deliver sophisticated design and unique experiences at accessible prices. Highgate will manage operations, while Schrager focuses on concept and positioning.

🛬 Barceló is considering selling its tour operator Ávoris, a topic discussed at the recent Fitur event in Madrid. Potential buyers include Italian companies Alpitour and MSC, though Alpitour is deemed less likely. Barceló is targeting industry players, not investment funds. Other potential acquirers include Tui Group and a consortium possibly involving Hyatt and Certares. No confirmations or denials from involved parties yet.

🌐 Nel 2025, il settore viaggi e turismo ha visto un calo globale del 5% nelle operazioni rispetto al 2024. Asia-Pacifico ha registrato un calo del 4%, mentre l'Europa ha avuto una flessione del 17%. Nord America, in controtendenza, ha visto un aumento dell'8%. Le operazioni di M&A sono stabili, ma il venture financing e il private equity financing sono calati del 21% e del 28% rispettivamente.

🌽 Cereal Docks acquires 70% of Quality Corn Group, a European leader in corn processing, generating €90 million with 80 employees. The deal, closing by January's end, aligns with Cereal Docks' 2025-2028 Industrial Plan, emphasizing growth via acquisitions and gluten-free offerings. Quality Corn, based in Aragón, Spain, with a French facility, supplies corn products for bakery, snacks, and Tex-Mex. The integration enhances agricultural supply, product innovation, and ingredient solutions.

🚌 Busitalia, in January 2026, acquired the City Sightseeing Italia Group, a transport service in major Italian cities like Rome and Milan. The aim is to enhance intermodal transport and integrate local, railway, and sightseeing services. City Sightseeing Italia operates over 170 vehicles and offers hop-on-hop-off and bus rental services. This strategic move by Trenitalia's subsidiary strengthens Busitalia's role in integrated mobility and tourism.

🏨 Il Conservatorium Hotel di Amsterdam entra nella famiglia Mandarin Oriental, segnando il debutto del gruppo nei Paesi Bassi. 📍 Il 14 gennaio, alla cerimonia di rebranding, erano presenti Amanda Hyndman e Susanne Hatje. 🌿 Migliorie includono un rinnovato “Salotto di Amsterdam” e l’Akasha Spa di 1.000 m². 🍽️ A inizio 2026, lo chef Yotam Ottolenghi aprirà un ristorante centrato sulle verdure all’interno dell'hotel.

🏨 Miramis, il brand di ospitalità di lusso del Gruppo svedese Qarlbo AB, cerca circa 60 risorse per l'estate 2026. Il 28 gennaio si terrà un recruiting day all'hotel La Roqqa, Porto Ercole, dalle 9 alle 18. Posizioni aperte in ristorazione, accoglienza e sistemazione camere. Confermato il 70% del personale, con l'85% proveniente da aree limitrofe. Formazione offerta include soft skills, HCCP, e attività ludico-formative come gli Ice Breaking Days.