The Lufthansa Group closed the second quarter of 2025 with a significant increase in earnings. Operating profit (adjusted EBIT) rose by almost a third to €871 million, while consolidated net income doubled to over €XNUMX billion. Despite ongoing geopolitical crises, economic uncertainties, and a challenging market environment, the Group Management Board, led by CEO Carsten Spohr its positive forecast for the full year.
The success is mainly due to the improved operational stability of the airlines. The core brand Lufthansa Airlines achieved its best stability and punctuality figures since 2016 in the first six months of the year. This not only led to higher customer satisfaction but also to lower financial burdens from compensation payments for flight irregularities. The increased flight program in the passenger business and positive investment results, including the new investment in ITA Airways, also contributed to the positive development.
Particularly noteworthy are the business areas lufthansa Cargo and Lufthansa TechnologyLufthansa Cargo doubled its operating result to €73 million in the second quarter, boosted by strong demand for Asian e-commerce shipments and capacity constraints in sea freight. Lufthansa Technik achieved a record result of €310 million in the first half of the year, reflecting continued high demand for maintenance and repair services.
One disappointment remains the increase in unit costs, which is attributable to high cost inflation and increased location costs in the home markets. According to Carsten Spohr, delays in aircraft deliveries and the burden of European regulations also continue to pose a challenge. Meanwhile, the Group is pushing ahead with its Turnaround program at Lufthansa Airlines to increase efficiency and profitability. Lufthansa also plans to further modernize its long-haul fleet: By the end of the year, up to ten Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with the new Allegris-cabin concept will be included in the fleet.