Alitalia Group reported third quarter consolidated net income of €69 million, up 76.9% compared to €39 million in the third quarter of 2010. Operating profit was up 60.7% to €90 million. Total operating revenue rose 12% year-on-year to €1.08 billion.

Up to 26,000 jobs secured in Spain until 2060 with latest Eurofighter contracts
A recent study by Pricewaterhouse Coopers (PWC) shows clear indications that two Eurofighter programme contracts will secure up to 26,000 jobs in Spain. The study was funded by Airbus and took six months to complete. The report focuses on the economic impact of the ‘Halcon’ and ‘Quadriga’ contracts which are relevant to Spain. The report