Brussels Airlines reported an adjusted EBIT loss of US$60 million for the first quarter of 2025, showing a 9% year-on-year improvement compared to the same period in 2024. Despite remaining in the red, the airline expressed confidence in achieving full-year profitability for 2025.
Austrian Airlines has initiated a strategic review of its regional fleet, focusing specifically on options to replace its 17 Embraer E195 aircraft with newer-generation alternatives. The move reflects the airline’s efforts to modernize its operations and improve fleet efficiency, particularly within its European network.
Lufthansa City Airlines, the newly launched subsidiary of Germany’s Lufthansa Group, has taken delivery of its first brand-new Airbus A320neo, bearing serial number 12540 and powered by PW1127G-JM engines. This marks the beginning of a significant fleet expansion plan as the airline prepares to scale its short- and medium-haul operations across Europe.
Lufthansa Group is adjusting its capacity growth strategy by focusing on more cost-efficient AOCs (Air Operator Certificates) within its network. In 2025, the group will add 15 new aircraft to its City Airlines and Discover Airlinessubsidiaries, both of which offer lower operating costs compared to the main Lufthansa brand. This strategic shift aims to improve cost efficiency and maximize profitability while maintaining network expansion.
Lufthansa Group, Germany’s flagship airline conglomerate, reported a 6% increase in revenue for the fiscal year 2024, totaling US$40.2 billion. The company’s Adjusted EBIT (Earnings Before Interest and Taxes) for the year was US$1.7 billion, with the fourth quarter contributing US$501 million to this figure.
Eurowings, a subsidiary of the Lufthansa Group, reported an adjusted EBIT of US$217.3 million for the year 2024, with revenues totaling approximately US$3.1 billion.
Air Dolomiti (Italy) has announced the appointment of Valerio Zuppicchiatti as its new Vice President of Operations and Managing Director. This leadership change aims to further strengthen the airline’s operational efficiency and strategic direction.
GOL, one of Brazil’s leading airlines, is reportedly engaged in discussions with several major global carriers regarding potential investment opportunities. The airlines involved in these talks include United Airlines and American Airlinesfrom the United States, Air France-KLM, the International Airlines Group (IAG) based in the United Kingdom, and the Lufthansa Group from Germany.
Eurowings, a subsidiary of the Lufthansa Group, has announced plans to modernize its fleet with 40 new Boeing B737-8 aircraft, starting in 2027. These aircraft will be allocated from a 2023 order placed by the Lufthansa Group, demonstrating the parent company’s commitment to optimizing its group-wide fleet strategy.
Lufthansa Group, Germany’s leading airline conglomerate, has confirmed the resumption of its flights to Tel Aviv, with services set to restart on February 1, 2025. This marks a significant step in the group’s efforts to restore its global connectivity and meet growing passenger demand.
