Auckland Airport today announced its FY22 Interim Results for the six months to 31 December 2021, including incurring its third consecutive half-year underlying loss.

The focus has been on safe operation of the airport and investing in core foundational infrastructure and enabling works for future aeronautical projects, such as roading improvements, airfield upgrades and Transport Hub and international terminal expansions.

Omicron preparedness and the property and retail business were also discussed.

Opening of the New Zealand border on Monday to vaccinated New Zealanders arriving from Australia, and 13 March 2022 to vaccinated New Zealanders located in other parts of the world, provides some relief for families divided during the pandemic.

Earnings guidance for the 2022 financial year of an underlying loss after tax of between $25 million and $50 million has been provided, with capital expenditure guidance of between $250 million and $300 million.

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