Vienna Airport raises 2026 guidance on Malta, Kosice growth

Flughafen Wien AG announced on Wednesday that its first-half revenue grew by 0.9% as passenger numbers at its Malta and Kosice airports helped to offset the decline at its Vienna hub. The Austrian airport operator reported a 7.0% increase in group net profit for the first six months of the year. The boost in profits was attributed to growth at the Malta and Kosice facilities, cost-saving measures, and special effects.

First-half revenue reached €529.30 million, with EBIT at €159.40 million and EBITDA at €227.10 million. The company has raised its full-year 2026 guidance, anticipating group revenue of around €1.08 billion. Previously, the company had forecast lower revenue for the year. Now, Flughafen Wien projects a total group passenger volume of approximately 42.5 million for 2026, with Vienna Airport handling 30.5 million passengers.

The airline expects group net profit of about €220 million before non-controlling interests for the full year. Passenger volumes at Vienna Airport were lower due to reduced low-cost carrier capacity and the Middle East conflict, according to the management. The company's earnings improvement was attributed to a rigorous cost-savings program and special effects. The article was generated with the assistance of AI and reviewed by an editor.