Brussels Airlines reports EUR43.1m operating profit in 2015

Brussels Airlines reported (17-Mar-2016) the following financial highlights for 2015:

• Revenue: EUR1274 million, +6.9% year-on-year;
• Operating profit: EUR43.1 million;
• Net profit: EUR41.3 million;
• Passenger numbers: +13%;
• Passenger load factor: +3.4 ppts. [more - original PR]

Brussels Airlines: "The financial results of 2015 lay the foundation for the growth strategy that Brussels Airlines will continue in 2016. During the summer season, starting at the end of next week, the airline launches 9 new destinations. A 9th Airbus A330 for long-haul flights will join the fast growing fleet by the end of next week and a tenth A330 is scheduled for the end of 2016, beginning 2017. The European fleet is also expanding with 2 additional aircraft and 4 Avro's are replaced by larger Airbus aircraft. As a result, the seat offer increases by 7%." Source: Company statements, 17-Mar-2016.