International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of British Airways, Iberia, and other major carriers, has announced the creation of a specialized investment division, IAGi Ventures. Through this initiative, the group will invest up to €200 million over the next five years in high-potential companies within the aviation sector.
According to IAG, this represents one of the largest investments of its kind globally and the most significant ever made by a European airline group. The goal is to support emerging and growing companies that are developing innovative solutions in key areas such as customer experience, operations, and sustainability.
Focus on Early-Stage Innovation
IAG’s investment strategy will primarily target early-stage opportunities, though the company has stated it remains open to evaluating more advanced projects as well.
Alongside the launch of IAGi Ventures, the group has introduced a new external innovation brand, IAGi, which reflects its ambition to be a leader in aviation innovation.
Driving the Future of Aviation
"We want to be at the forefront of aviation innovation, leveraging advanced technologies and new strategies to enhance our operations and customer experience," said Jorge Saco, IAG’s Chief Information, Procurement, Services, and Innovation Officer. "Adopting new technologies will strengthen our business and the value we create. That’s why we seek to collaborate with and learn from top innovators through these investments."
In addition to this new investment fund, IAG also operates an acceleration program, which will allow the group to closely collaborate with startups and growth-stage companies offering solutions to the aviation industry’s current challenges.
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