Adani Airports reaches second round for majority stake in Italy’s Catania airport

Adani Airport Holdings is among 10 shortlisted bidders for at least 51% of Catania airport operator SAC, according to reports. The €500 million–€600 million transaction could give Adani a European airport foothold, with the concession running through 2049.

— Filed Fri, 31 Jul, 2026, 17:46 IST · Source ET Small Business · Updated

Adani Airport Holdings has reached the second round to acquire a majority stake in Italy’s Catania airport, competing with nine global operators. The potential €500-600 million deal would extend Adani’s airport network beyond India and support its broader aviation ecosystem ambitions.

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No prior related signals are supplied for Adani Airport Holdings, making the Catania airport bid the only recent indicator in the provided record of its potential European expansion.

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