RE: what is our cash position ?16 Mar 2020 21:18
You not read their RNS today?
Given the continued uncertainty on the potential impact and duration of COVID-19, it is still not possible to give accurate profit guidance for the full year 2020.
The Group has strong liquidity with cash, cash equivalents and interest-bearing deposits of EUR7.35 billion as at 12 March. In addition, undrawn general and committed aircraft backed financing facilities amount to EUR1.9 billion, resulting in total liquidity of EUR9.3 billion.
Willie Walsh, IAG's chief executive, said: "We have seen a substantial decline in bookings across our airlines and global network over the past few weeks and we expect demand to remain weak until well into the summer. We are therefore making significant reductions to our flying schedules. We will continue to monitor demand levels and we have the flexibility to make further cuts if necessary. We are also taking actions to reduce operating expenses and improve cash flow at each of our airlines. IAG is resilient with a strong balance sheet and substantial cash liquidity."
In light of the exceptional circumstances facing the aviation industry due to COVID-19, and in particular the developing situation in Spain, it has been decided that Luis Gallego will continue in his role as Iberia chief executive for the next few months to lead the response in Spain. In the meantime, Willie Walsh will continue to act as Group chief executive and Javier Sanchez will remain in place as Vueling chief executive.
Antonio Vázquez, IAG's chairman, said: "As we respond to COVID-19, Willie, Luis and the board of IAG have decided that management stability across the Group should be a priority in the near term. We are grateful that Willie has agreed to delay his retirement for a short period at this challenging time."