Heathrow expects fall in passengers and profits this year because of Iran war
Heathrow Airport has lowered its profit and passenger forecasts for the year, citing the ongoing conflict in the Middle East as a primary factor. The airport is also in discussions with regulators regarding the financial viability of its proposed third runway.
Why it matters
The report underscores how geopolitical instability directly impacts global travel demand and the economic planning of major infrastructure projects.
Heathrow expects a 1.1% decline in the total number of passengers to 83.6 million. Photograph: Katharina Brandt/Alamy View image in fullscreen Heathrow expects a 1.1% decline in the total number of passengers to 83.6 million. Photograph: Katharina Brandt/Alamy Heathrow airport Heathrow expects fall in passengers and profits this year because of Iran war Airport has also been ‘engaging closely’ with regulator to discuss cost of plan to build third runway
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