Eventual union of the two companies would create airline with 60% of the Brazilian market
The ABRA group, controller, announced on Thursday (25.Set.2025) that ended negotiations for a merger with a. In a statement, Gol said it sent the notification to Azul requesting the termination of the agreements. Here’s (PDF – 199 kB).
The eventual union of the two companies would create an airline with 60% of the Brazilian market. In January this year, Abra and Blue of understanding that could lead to the merger of companies.
Gol said it requested the termination of agreements celebrated in May 2024, which intended to establish commercial cooperation to connect their respective air meshes in Brazil. Also positioned itself in relation to the Codeshare –Agreement where 2 or more companies share the same flight.
The company has stated that, in commitment to customers, Gol will honor tickets marketed through the partnership. “Gol is still focused on excellence in the service of its customers, with 147 domestic routes and 42 international routes ”he said.
Gol completed its international restructuring process (the so -called Chapter 11) and is still expanding. Azul is also in the reorganization phase. The Ministry of Ports and Airports said it follows the situation and “It stresses that the country will continue to have 3 large airlines (Gol, Azul and Latam), which guarantees competitiveness and more options for passengers. ”
In 2024, Gol and Azul transported 57.4 million passengers to Brazilian destinations. This represents 61.4% of the total. LATAM transported 35 million (37.5%).
The minister (ports and airports) said in an in X that the end of negotiations to merge between Gol and Azul is the result of “Strengthening airlines and aviation growth in Brazil, boosting business tourism and leisure ”. He wrote: “The sector consolidates itself, generating more opportunities and connecting the country!”.
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