The Irish low-cost airline Ryanair has announced stricter enforcement of baggage transport rules and increased incentive payments for staff who identify passengers with bags exceeding the specified dimensions.
This is reported by Finway
Increased bonuses and fines for passengers
Under current Ryanair rules, if a passenger’s carry-on luggage does not fit the dimensions of the special gauge at the boarding gate, the passenger must pay a fine of 75 euros (over 3,800 UAH). The company employee who records such a violation receives a financial reward. CEO Michael O’Leary stated the intention to further increase these bonuses to maintain staff motivation and ensure compliance with the rules.
“The amount of oversized baggage is dropping from 0.0001% to 0.00001%. As the figures decrease, I think we will raise the commission rate from the current 2.50 euros to 3.50 euros or thereabouts. Everyone needs to know: don’t come with a bag that doesn’t fit in the gauge, because you will be charged extra,” warned the Ryanair chief.
O’Leary also called for a ban on the sale of alcohol at airports before morning flights, emphasizing that this initiative aims to enhance passenger safety and comfort, not to limit festive spirits.
Fuel risks and company protection strategies
Regarding global challenges, Ryanair has hedged 80% of its fuel needs until March 2027, allowing the company to minimize the impact of price fluctuations caused by the current geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran. However, O’Leary noted that there is a risk of disruptions in the physical supply of aviation fuel. If the Strait of Hormuz remains open until the end of May or into June, significant disruptions can be avoided. Otherwise, the greatest risk of fuel shortages will occur in the UK and Ireland, where supplies will last only ten days. It is worth noting that in April, Lufthansa already announced the cancellation of 20,000 flights due to a sharp rise in aviation fuel prices.