Tourexpi
The
Lufthansa Group has reported a robust second quarter for 2025, increasing its
Adjusted EBIT by 27% year-on-year to €871 million. Net profit more than doubled
to €1.01 billion, supported by favorable fuel costs and currency effects.
Despite a challenging geopolitical and economic environment, the Group
confirmed its full-year forecast, projecting results significantly above 2024
levels.
CEO
Carsten Spohr stated:
"The
Lufthansa Group remains on track. Despite geopolitical tensions and economic
uncertainty, we’re reaffirming our positive full-year outlook. 2025 remains a
year of transformation, marked by delays in aircraft deliveries,
certifications, and engine overhauls. European carriers continue to face
competitive disadvantages due to unilateral EU regulations."
He
added:
"We
increased our operating result by nearly a third in Q2. This success is rooted
in the restored operational stability of our airlines, and the dedication of
our crews. Lufthansa has seen its best punctuality and reliability figures
since 2016, reducing compensation payments and boosting customer
satisfaction."
Segment
Highlights
Passenger
Airlines: Over 61 million passengers flew with Lufthansa Group airlines in H1
2025, up 2% year-on-year. Q2 revenue rose 3% to €8.2 billion, with an Adjusted
EBIT of €690 million. Despite a 4% increase in seat capacity, the load factor
held steady at 82%. RASK declined slightly (–0.9%) due to increased competition
in the European market, while intercontinental revenues remained stable. CASK
(excluding fuel and emissions) rose by 4.1% due to inflation and higher
personnel costs.
Lufthansa
Cargo: Q2 Adjusted EBIT doubled to €73 million, driven by high demand for Asian
e-commerce and constrained sea freight capacity. Since June, Lufthansa Cargo
has been marketing ITA Airways’ South American bellyhold capacity, with plans
to extend across ITA’s network.
Lufthansa
Technik: Set a new record with an H1 Adjusted EBIT of €310 million. Q2 revenue
rose 8% to €2 billion, driven by continued high demand for maintenance and
repairs. Costs increased by 10% due to material shortages and currency impacts.
ITA
Airways Integration: Lufthansa’s 41% stake in ITA Airways is already
contributing financially. Status benefits and joint bookings have been
harmonized, and from September, ITA guests will be integrated into Lufthansa’s
digital services via Travel ID.
Turnaround
Program on Track
Lufthansa
Airlines continues implementing its Turnaround program, aimed at boosting
profitability and efficiency. Improvements in operational stability have
supported higher revenues, especially from ancillary services (up over 25%).
Structural steps include the closure of the Canadian customer service center.
Gross earnings effects of €1.5 billion are expected by 2026, rising to €2.5
billion by 2028.
Financial
Position Strengthened
Operating
cash flow in H1 reached €2.8 billion. Adjusted Free Cashflow stood at €1.04
billion, with net investments of €1.6 billion. Net debt decreased to €5.5
billion, and pension obligations declined to €2.2 billion. Liquidity rose to
€11.1 billion.
CFO
Till Streichert commented:
"Despite
a volatile environment, we’ve achieved a strong quarterly result. Our
Turnaround program is progressing well. We continue to monitor macroeconomic
risks but maintain our full-year guidance for an operating profit significantly
above 2024 and Free Cashflow around last year’s level."
Full-Year
Outlook Reaffirmed
The
Group anticipates continued strong demand for air travel but warns of limited
visibility due to short booking windows and geopolitical uncertainties. It
expects:
·
Adjusted EBIT significantly above 2024
(€1.6 billion)
·
Adjusted Free Cashflow roughly in line
with 2024 (€840 million)
·
Capacity growth of around 4%
·
Net investments of €2.7–3.3 billion,
mainly for fleet renewal
By
year-end, Lufthansa expects to add up to 10 new Boeing 787-9 aircraft equipped
with the Allegris premium product. By summer 2026, 15 Dreamliners are planned
to be in service from Frankfurt.
Further
Information
Detailed
Q2 results and traffic figures are available as of July 31, 7:00 a.m. CEST at:
Image
credit: © Lufthansa Group
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