Is KLM/Air France merger a EU-turn?

KLM’s merger with Air France to create the continent’s biggest airline is further proof of the changes continuing to impact across Europe’s skies.

Speculation about the move has been around for some time and its clearance by the EU raises further questions about competition after the Ryanair ruling. Will it mean cheaper or dearer fares given that two of Europe’s airlines are ceasing to compete.

And for Brussels to sanction a deal of such proportions suggests the mighty EU is talking out of both sides of its mouth.