Croatia's Prime Minister emphasises need for national carrier, outlines plans for Croatia Airlines

Croatia's Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic emphasised (17-Sep-2019) the country's need for a national carrier to ensure connectivity and tourism development. Mr Plenkovic noted a strategic partnership for Croatia Airlines is expected to ensure route development and an increase in the carrier's market share. Mr Plenkovic added a capital injection will support future development and fleet renewal. Mr Plenkovic said a decision is to be made on the recapitalisation of Croatia Airlines on 19-Sep-2019, with the decision expected to stabilise business and facilitate the search for a strategic partner. [more - original PR - Croatian]