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Posted on October 22, 2025
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Add as preferred source on GoogleHeathrow Airport forecasts 2025 passenger numbers to exceed 2024, with record Q3 2025 figures and ongoing expansion plans including a third runway.
(Reuters) -Britain's Heathrow Airport reported record passengers for the third quarter of 2025 on Wednesday and said it expected full-year numbers to surpass 2024 levels, as it continues to invest in infrastructure and prepare for long-term expansion.
The airport handled 23.4 million passengers in the three months to September, including more than 8 million in August alone.
Revenue for the nine months to September rose 2.0% to 2.7 billion pounds ($3.62 billion), driven by strong long-haul demand and increased uptake of premium services.
Adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation fell 0.2% to 1.53 billion pounds as it was impacted by the loss of tax-free shopping, increased security costs and higher employment taxes.
Heathrow said its outlook for 2025 remained consistent with its June investor report.
The airport said it was also continuing to push forward with plans for a third runway, which it says could be operational within a decade, pending planning approval expected by 2029.
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(Reporting by Yamini Kalia in Bengaluru and Sam Tabahriti in London; Editing by Krishna Chandra Eluri and Paul Sandle)
Passenger statistics refer to the data collected on the number of travelers using a transportation service, such as an airport, over a specific period.
Financial performance is a measure of how well a company can use its assets to generate revenues and profits, often assessed through financial statements.
Infrastructure financing refers to the funding of large-scale public works projects, such as transportation systems, utilities, and facilities, often involving public-private partnerships.
Long-haul demand refers to the need for air travel over long distances, typically involving flights that last several hours or more.
Adjusted EBITDA is a financial metric used to evaluate a company's operating performance by removing non-recurring items and accounting adjustments.
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