Revenue rise for Aer Lingus in loss-making first half of year

Despite rising revenues, Aer Lingus has today reported a pre-tax loss of €24.5m for the first half of the year despite.

Traditionally loss-making on a seasonal basis, the airline reported a 83.6% reduction it its operating loss compared to the prior year however, with operating losses of €4.4m in H1 2012 compared to €26.8m in H1 2011.