ITA Airways and MAECI Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Develop a Strategic Partnership

ITA Airways is proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI), aimed at developing a strategic partnership to promote the Italy System, enhance the country’s attractiveness, and support traffic flows to and from Italy.

Strategic Focus Areas
- Growth diplomacy: Exchange of information to support route development and the internationalization of Italy’s economic system.
- Sports diplomacy: Preferential fares for participants in international sporting initiatives.
- Joint participation: Collaboration in conferences, forums, trade fairs, and promotional events in Italy and abroad.
- Special fares: For initiatives promoted by MAECI.
- Knowledge sharing: Studies, analyses, and statistics on market trends, sustainability, and workforce development.

Leadership Remarks
- Sandro Pappalardo, Chairman of ITA Airways:
> “Air transport is not merely a service, but a truly strategic infrastructure supporting the competitiveness of Italy’s productive system.”
He emphasized ITA Airways’ role in representing Italian values abroad — quality, elegance, reliability, and manufacturing excellence.

Broader Impact
- Strengthens Italy’s diplomatic network as a resource for aviation growth.
- Positions ITA Airways as a reference airline for Italy, enhancing connectivity and supporting the country’s global presence.
- Reinforces cooperation between aviation and diplomacy to boost Italy’s attractiveness and competitiveness.