28-Dec-2005 11:57 AM
CAAC reports strong traffic growth in 2005 and forecasts further strong growth for 2006
Analysis
SYDNEY (Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation) - CAAC reports the following traffic/finance highlights and forecasts for all Chinese carriers for the eleven months ended Nov-05:
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Total passsenger numbers: 126.8 million, +12.7% year-on-year;
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Cargo volume: 2.8 million tonnes, +8.8%;
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Combined profit: CNY2.6 billion;
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2006 passenger forecast: 159 million, +15%;
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2006 cargo volume forecast: 3.4 million tonnes,+10%;
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Aircraft deliveries: Chinese carriers to add 142 aircraft in 2006.
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