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ryanair
Logistics Ryanair Profits Plunge 34% on Iran War Fears, Fuel Costs Spike – Air Freight Implications
Ryanair's pre-tax profits dropped 34% to €593m as the Iran war drove jet fuel costs higher and reduced passenger demand. The airline cut fares and expects lower summer fares. Crude oil surpassed $90/barrel, and traffic through the Strait of Hormuz halted. This signals potential air cargo capacity constraints and fuel surcharges for freight forwarders.
Business O'Leary Extends Ryanair CEO Contract to 2032 in Deal Worth Up to €150 Million
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary has extended his contract to 2032, with a bonus scheme potentially worth over €150m. The deal includes options to buy 10 million shares at €26.70 each if profit reaches €4bn or share price exceeds €42 for 28 days. Chairman Stan McCarthy highlighted extensive shareholder engagement in the process.
Business Ryanair Investigated by UK CMA Over Parent-Child Seating Fees
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into Ryanair over its practice of charging parents a mandatory fee to sit next to their child on flights. The fee, typically £8 each way, is required by the airline's terms for children aged 2-11. The CMA is examining whether this charge violates consumer protection laws regarding safety and disability obligations.