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Sale of 5% of TAP to workers advances in January

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Briefings

The Portuguese government announced a privatization plan for TAP Air Portugal, selecting Lufthansa to acquire up to 49.9% of the company's capital. The deal includes 1.201 billion euros for the majority stake plus 58 million euros in financial adjustments and 118 million euros for a 5% stake reserved for workers. The government expects to finalize the contract by the end of 2026, with the 5% worker share potentially available for public sale in early 2027. The process is expected to conclude by early 2028, though the government aims to complete it in under 12 months.

Key points

• Lufthansa was selected by the Portuguese government to acquire up to 49.9% of TAP Air Portugal's capital for 1.201 billion euros.
• The 5% of TAP's capital reserved for workers is included in the deal and valued at 118 million euros in addition to financial adjustments.

Context

The privatization of TAP Air Portugal is a key step in the government's broader infrastructure and housing reform agenda. This specific transaction involves significant financial commitments and represents a major shift in the airline's ownership structure.

Limitations

The evidence covers the announcement of Lufthansa as the selected bidder and the financial terms of the deal. It does not include details on the final valuation of the 5% worker share, the exact timeline for the public sale of that portion, or the specific regulatory hurdles the European Commission may face. The evidence also lacks information on the current operational status of TAP Air Portugal or the specific conditions under which the 5% stake will be offered to workers.

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