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Ryanair freezing staff pay and using AI to offset higher jet fuel costs

Ryanair freezing staff pay and using AI to offset higher jet fuel costs

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Michael O'Leary, chief executive of the Dublin-listed budget carrier, warned that energy expenses will stay high next year. The airline saw a 16 per cent drop in pre-tax profit to €2.4bn during the six months to the end of September. It also plans to lower crewing ratios and review airport negotiations to cope with the financial pressure.

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