International Airlines Group
International Airlines Group (IAG) is a multinational airline holding company formed through the merger of British Airways and Iberia. It operates a portfolio of carriers including Aer Lingus, Vueling, and British Airways, with a primary focus on aviation services across Europe and global markets.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
United Kingdom
HQ City
London
Founded
2011
EU Headquartered
No
EU Manufactured
No
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
LSE
Tax Domicile
ES
Ultimate Parent
International Consolidated Airlines Group, S.A.
Data Hosting
GB
CLOUD Act Exposure
Yes ⚠️
GDPR Status
Fined €22M
Carbon Neutral
false
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
Modern Slavery Act statement published annually
Repair / Recycling
No
Ethical Certifications
None verified
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
2011
Formation of IAG
International Airlines Group was formed following the merger of British Airways and Iberia.
2013
Acquisition of Vueling
IAG completed the acquisition of the Spanish low-cost carrier Vueling.
2015
Acquisition of Aer Lingus
IAG successfully acquired the Irish national airline Aer Lingus.