United Airlines CEO Says Carrier Lacks Partner for Major Deal
United Airlines will not join industry consolidation in the near term, its chief executive stated. The airline currently has no willing partner for a large-scale transaction.
upi.comUnited Airlines will not participate in industry consolidation anytime soon because the carrier lacks a willing partner for a major deal, CEO Scott Kirby said. S. carriers have pursued or discussed combinations in recent months.
Kirby did not name specific airlines or outline any timeline for potential future discussions. No additional details on United's strategic plans were provided in the remarks.
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