Delta and LATAM Airlines confirmed a strategic partnership this week, ultimately combining strengths and bringing an increase in overall connectivity between in North America and Latin America. This partnership represents added opportunities within the existing partnerships such as extending networks and each company’s global presence. By adding value and optionality to their Americas customer base, both Delta and LATAM are enabled to increase customer destinations while combining strategies for top-notch passenger service.
“This transformative partnership with LATAM will bring together our leading global brands, enabling us to provide the very best service and reliability for travelers to, from and throughout the Americas,” said Ed Bastian, Delta’s chief executive officer. “Our people, customers, owners and communities will all benefit from this exciting platform for future growth.”
Beyond the customer impact the partnership creates, opportunities for investment and savings will also play a key role in offering support, free cash flow, forecasted debt reduction, aircraft acquisitions and more. Delta confirmed a $350 million establishment investment in addition to a $1.9 billion investment for a 20 percent stake in LATAM through a public tender offer at $16 per share.
“This alliance with Delta strengthens our company and enhances our leadership in Latin America by providing the best connectivity through our highly complementary route networks,” said Enrique Cueto Plaza, chief executive officer of LATAM. “We look forward to working alongside one of the world’s best airlines to enhance the travel experience for our passengers.”
To learn more about this strategic partnership, please visit ir.delta.com OR www.latamairlinesgroup.net/
Source: Delta Airlines