Ryanair considers pay freezes, fewer crew and more AI to offset fuel costs
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Ryanair is considering pay freezes, lower crew ratios and more AI use to offset higher jet fuel costs, CEO Michael O'Leary says.
He says the company is reviewing costs across its group airlines, with a focus on airport charges and labour agreements that may require temporary pay freezes. The company says its expanded AI use would target productivity in operations and in back-office and support functions.
O'Leary says Middle East conflict will keep jet fuel prices elevated well into 2027 unless it is quickly resolved. Ryanair estimates its jet fuel bill will rise by about €2bn, and O'Leary expects European short-haul fares to rise materially but not enough to fully cover the increase.
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- The Guardian · AINewsRyanair considers pay freezes and fewer crew as fuel costs soar
AIRyanair is considering pay freezes, reduced crew numbers on flights and more AI use to offset an estimated €2bn rise in its jet fuel bill. CEO Michael O'Leary said the Middle East conflict keeps fuel prices elevated into 2027 and expects European short-haul fares to rise materially, though not enough to fully cover the increase.
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