Amman: Royal Jordanian Airlines (RJ) Vice Chairman Samer Majali announced that 2025 marked an "exceptional milestone" in the company's journey, achieving remarkable financial and operational results, emphasizing the success of a transformation strategy launched in 2021.
According to Jordan News Agency, the achievements made by the national carrier in 2025 reflect a robust operational model and effective cost control and revenue maximization policies. The company experienced a fundamental shift in its financial results, achieving a net profit of JD 21.5 million, which included non-recurring capital gains, compared to a net loss of JD 3.5 million in 2024. This turnaround was attributed to a significant increase in operating revenues, which grew by 11 percent to JD 829 million.
Majali shared these insights during a videoconference meeting of RJ's general assembly, which he chaired, to discuss the board of directors' report on the company's operations and results for the fiscal year 2025, a future work plan for 2026, the auditors' report, and the annual balance sheet.
He expressed gratitude for the generous Royal patronage, including His Majesty King Abdullah II's visit to the company and the laying of the foundation stone for the air cargo building, highlighting Jordan's logistical role. Majali also acknowledged the recent visit of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II to the company's headquarters, as well as ongoing government support that enabled the company to implement strategic plans, overcome challenges, enhance operational efficiency, and improve institutional performance.
The company achieved record operational indicators, including transporting 4.4 million passengers, marking an 18% growth rate, and achieving a load factor of 81%, the highest in the company's history. Additionally, RJ achieved advanced levels of on-time performance, placing it among the top five airlines globally in terms of punctuality, reflecting efficient network management and improved operational returns.
On fleet modernization, Majali noted that 2025 was a significant milestone with the introduction of 19 modern A320neo and Embraer E2 aircraft to serve short- and medium-haul routes. The company also began upgrading the cabins of its Boeing 787-8 aircraft and introducing internet services, completing the modernization of about 80 percent of its fleet, making it one of the most modern in the region.
RJ plans to complete the modernization of its entire fleet by the end of 2026, which will also see the addition of the first two Boeing 787-9 aircraft for long-haul routes, along with three Airbus A321neo aircraft for medium-haul flights. This is part of a vision to increase the fleet size to about 40 aircraft in the coming years.
Royal Jordanian has continued strategic expansion by launching vital destinations, including Washington, Mumbai, Damascus, Aleppo, Benghazi, Casablanca, and Najaf. Key new destinations planned for 2026 include Hamburg, Munich, Dallas, and Vienna.
On the investment front, and in restructuring its investment portfolio, RJ increased its stake in the Jordan Aircraft Catering Company to 51 percent and maintained full ownership of JATS, a simulation training company. It also retained a 90 percent stake in the Jordan Airports Company and resumed operations at Amman Airport, further enhancing the integration of the air transport system and supporting services.