China's Spring Airlines has reported an increase in operating revenue for the first six months of 2019.
The airline revealed that its operating rose to CNY7.15 billion (approximately $1.05 billion) for the period ending 30 June - marking a 12.9% increase year-on-year.
The Chinese carrier reported operating costs of CNY6.50 billion, an increase of 10.7% from the same period last year.
Revenue for the six months ended 30 June increased 12.9% to CNY7.15 billion, while the airline’s operating expenses was CNY 6.5 billion, 10.7% higher than the same period a year ago.
During the period, attributable net profit for the period rose by 17.5% to CNY854 million.
The airline carried 1.08 billion passengers during the first six months of 2019 - a 13% rise from the same period last year.