Michael O'Leary: 'Ryanair One of Europe's Most Environmentally-Efficient Airlines'

Michael O'Leary has said Ryanair is one of Europe's most environmentally-efficient airline.

Speaking on the back of the airline's half-year results announcement, Mr O'Leary - Ryanair's Group Chief Executive - said: "During H1 the Group operated 210 Gamechanger aircraft - 4% more seats, 16% less fuel - and we expect to add the first 16 new Boeing MAX-10s into our fleet for summer 2027 - 20% more seats and 20% less fuel.

"This winter, we’ll complete the winglet retrofit programme on our B737NG fleet - 1.5% lower fuel burn & 6% less noise.  Our continuing investment in new technology and operating resilience, coupled with ambitious SAF targets, makes Ryanair one of Europe’s most environmentally efficient airlines.

"Customer satisfaction scores improved to 90% this summer and the Ryanair Customer Panel recently met to provide valuable feedback on key customer touchpoints, including the future role of AI in travel."