SpiceJet reports a net loss of INR 577.7 Crore in Q2FY2023 excluding a non-cash forex loss of INR 260 Crore.

Highlights:

* SpiceXpress reports a profit of INR 21 Crore in Q2FY2023

* Operating Revenue increased by 45% YoY to INR 1953 Crore

* Cargo hive off to be completed in Q3

* Expect significant operational improvements & restructuring benefits starting Q3

* ECLGS funding increased to INR 1500 Crore

* For the quarter ending September 2022

* Operating Performance Highlights

* Net Loss (including non-cash forex impact) of INR 837.8 Crore

* EBIDTA loss of INR 413.6 crore; EBIDTAR loss of INR 387.9 Crore

* Industry's highest Load Factor of 85% for domestic scheduled flights, improvement of 8% compared to same quarter last year

* 30% increase in number of flights

* Launched 12 new sectors during the quarter

Re-introduces 'SpiceLock', a unique service that allows passengers to lock their desired fare for 48 hours without name, thus allowing passengers to plan their journey hassle-free

Launched first of its kind taxi service with zero cancellation fee and zero wait time with 100% confirmed, sanitized cabs at 28 major airports including Dubai

Unveiled a special livery on its aircraft to mark the opening ceremony of the 44th Chess Olympiad held in Chennai

Revenue Highlights (in comparison to same quarter last year)

* ASKM increased by 71%

* Pax RASK increased by 22%

* Yield improvement of 11% resulted in increase of passenger revenue by 109%

* Ancillary revenue increased by 69%

* 215 charter flights operated utilizing over 31,000 seats

* Operating revenues rose to INR 1,952.6 Crore, registering a growth of 45%

* Operating Cost Highlights (in comparison to same quarter last year)

* Increase in average ATF price by 87%

* Highest currency depreciation of 10% (INR against USD)

* Key highlights for quarter ending September 2022 - SpiceXpress

* SpiceXpress revenues at INR 206.1 Crore in the reported quarter

* Posts Net Profit of INR 21.2 Crore in Q2FY2023 despite high ATF prices

* Profit margin increased to 10% from 8% QoQ

* EBITDAR profit of INR 40 Crore in Q2FY2023

* Transported 27,674.98 tonne of cargo in Q2FY2023

GURUGRAM: SpiceJet, the country's favourite airline and the leading logistics platform, reported a net loss of INR 837.8 Crore (INR 577.7 Crore excluding forex adjustment) for the quarter ending September 30, 2022 as compared to a net loss of INR 561.7 Crore (INR 568.7 Crore excluding forex adjustment) in the quarter ending 30 September 2021, as business was hit by record high fuel prices, depreciating Rupee in the traditionally weak quarter.

Total revenue for the reported quarter was INR 2,104.7 Crore as against INR 1,538.7 Crore in the same quarter of the previous year. For the same comparative period, operating expenses were INR 2,942.6 Crore as against INR 2,100.4 Crore. On an EBITDA basis, loss was INR 413.59 Crore for the reported quarter as against a loss of INR 106.4 Crore for the quarter ended September FY2022.

Ajay Singh, Chairman and Managing Director, SpiceJet, said, 'The sector has been witness to prolonged challenges, however, the recent enhancement in the ECLGS limit to Rs. 1,500 crore by the Government, recognizing these challenges will go a long way in providing the much needed stability to the sector. I am confident that SpiceJet will only grow stronger than ever with brand new planes, providing an unparalleled experience for its passengers.'

'A near to normal business environment and an upturn in business and leisure travel coupled with government aid are giving hope to positivity. The high ATF prices and depreciating rupee continue to be a downer for the industry but the overall outlook for the sector remains positive. Having completed a series of settlements with most of our major partners and the upcoming hive-off of our cargo and logistics arm, we expect significant improvements in our operating environment and are well placed to script a new phase of accelerated growth and meet the resurgent demand from passenger and cargo customers.'

In terms of operational parameters, SpiceJet had the highest passenger load factor amongst all airlines in the country. The average domestic load factor was 85% for the quarter.

The airline launched 12 new routes and operated 215 charter flights in the quarter.

Disclaimer:

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About SpiceJet:

SpiceJet is India's favourite airline that has made flying affordable for more Indians than ever before. SpiceJet is an IATA-IOSA certified airline that operates a fleet of Boeing 737s, Q-400s & freighters and is the country's largest regional player operating multiple daily flights under UDAN or the Regional Connectivity Scheme. The majority of the airline's fleet offers SpiceMax, the most spacious economy class seating in India.

The airline also operates a dedicated air cargo service under the brand name SpiceXpress offering safe, on-time, efficient and seamless cargo connectivity across India and on international routes.

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