Air India and Indian Airlines Merger: Is it Flying?

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The case describes the merger of Air India and Indian Airlines, two national carriers. The due diligence predicted both airlines would survive and prosper amidst fierce global and domestic competition by leveraging combined assets and capital more efficiently and by building a stronger sustainable business. However, the merged entity suffered huge financial losses year after year, raising doubts about Air India’s continued existence. The case highlights various reasons for the merger failure as argued by the media, analysts and experts.
學習目標
This case can be used in a strategic management course or a course in mergers and acquisitions at the MBA level. It demonstrates what motivates a merger and the expectations that exist when a merger takes place. The case also discusses various problems that could hinder a merger’s success and addresses the following learning objectives:<br><br><ul><li>Understanding a merger as a strategic competitive option.</li><li>Understanding how to critically evaluate a merger.</li><li>Highlighting important factors in the success or failure of a merger process.</li><li>Understanding the roles of different stakeholders in a merger.</li><li>Understanding the centrality of due diligence and post-merger integration to the success of a merger.</li></ul>
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