IAG (British Airways, Iberia)

International Consolidated Airlines Group (IAG) is a multinational holding company that operates as one of the world's largest airline groups. It functions as the parent entity for several major European flag carriers and low-cost operators, providing scheduled passenger and cargo services, aircraft maintenance, and ground handling. The group sits at the top of the commercial aviation value chain, managing fleet procurement, strategic network planning, and financial services for its subsidiary airlines. The group's primary operating brands include British Airways, Iberia (Iberia LAE), Vueling, Aer Lingus, and LEVEL. Through these subsidiaries, IAG maintains extensive long-haul and short-haul networks, particularly dominating the North Atlantic and Europe-to-Latin America corridors. The company is a core member of the Oneworld alliance and maintains deep strategic partnerships with American Airlines and Qatar Airways. Its fleet is comprised of diverse airframes, including the Airbus A320, A350, and A380 families, as well as Boeing 777 and 787 Dreamliner aircraft. Prospective partners or suppliers should verify the specific subsidiary entity responsible for a contract, as procurement is often centralised at the group level while operational execution remains with the individual airlines. Engagement requires a clear understanding of IAG's sustainability commitments, particularly their transition to sustainable aviation fuel and fleet renewal programmes. Buyers should also confirm the specific regulatory frameworks governing the group's dual UK and EU legal structures.