Zurich Airport AG looks back on the most successful financial year in its corporate history. As the company announced during the presentation of its 2025 financial statements, the group profit rose to a new record high of 346 million Swiss francs.
This success is largely based on a significant increase in passenger numbers at Zurich Airport, which saw a 4,5% rise compared to the previous year, reaching 32,6 million passengers. On peak holiday days, over 120.000 passengers were handled within a 24-hour period for the first time. CEO Lukas Brosi emphasized the robust demand for international air travel, which had a positive impact on all business areas.
Despite record profits, 2025 was marked by massive investments. A total of 716 million Swiss francs was invested in fixed assets and projects, with the majority (503 million francs) allocated to the Zurich site. The largest project was the replacement of Dock A, including the tower and dock base. The airport company also acquired the Radisson Blu Hotel, meaning that all buildings within the central airport perimeter are now owned by the corporation. Further funds were invested in modernizing the baggage sorting system and constructing the new Rächtenwisen cargo hall to optimize ground handling capacity.
International business also developed dynamically, contributing to the overall result with adjusted earnings growth of 10%. The performance in Brazil is particularly noteworthy, where Florianópolis Airport reached an all-time high with over one million international passengers. In India, the opening of the new Noida Airport near Delhi is imminent, representing the Group's most important international project. A total of 16 million passengers were welcomed at the international locations operated by the Zurich-based company last year. According to CFO Kevin Fleck, the Group's solid balance sheet and low debt provide the necessary flexibility for these global expansion steps.
For the current year, 2026, Zurich Airport AG forecasts further growth to over 33 million passengers. Airlines can expect a special development this autumn: due to the cost recovery principle and increasing efficiency, airport fees are expected to be reduced by approximately 10% on October 1, 2026. There will also be a change in personnel on the Board of Directors, as Guglielmo Brentel is stepping down after twelve years. Stefan Paul, CEO of the logistics giant Kühne+Nagel, will be proposed to the Annual General Meeting as his successor. Shareholders are to participate in the record results through a dividend of 8,50 Swiss francs per share.