GETLINK S.E.: Good Momentum for Shuttle Traffic for March 2022

Rhea-AI Summary

Getlink reported strong traffic figures for March 2022, with Le Shuttle Freight transporting 139,283 trucks, marking a 13% increase year-over-year. Additionally, Le Shuttle carried 122,319 passenger vehicles, representing a significant 220% rise compared to 38,201 in March 2021. The surge in traffic is partly attributed to the closure of P&O ferries since March 17, 2022. Overall, nearly 375,000 trucks and 300,000 passenger vehicles have crossed the Channel in the first quarter of 2022, underscoring the resilience of Eurotunnel's services as health restrictions ease.

Positive

• Truck Shuttle traffic increased by 13% to 139,283 in March 2022.
• Passenger vehicle transport surged by 220% to 122,319 vehicles in March 2022.
• Total of nearly 375,000 trucks transported since January 2022.
• Approximately 300,000 passenger vehicles transported since January 2022.

Negative

• None.

PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Regulatory News:

Getlink (Paris:GET):

				March 22		March 21		Change		Jan-March 2022		Jan-March 2021		Change
Truck Shuttles		Trucks		139,283		122,832		13%		374,868		305,103		23%
Passenger Shuttles		Passenger vehicles*		122,319		38,201		220%		294,762		116,057		154%

* Includes cars, motorcycles, vehicles with trailers, caravans, camper vans and coaches.

In March 2022, Le Shuttle Freight transported 139,283 trucks, an increase of 13% compared to March 2021, driven by a favourable comparison basis and the shutdown of P&O ferries since 17 March 2022. Since 1 January nearly 375,000 trucks have crossed the Channel aboard the Shuttles.

In March 2022, Le Shuttle transported 122,319 passenger vehicles, reinforcing the upward trend observed in recent months. Since 1 January nearly 300,000 passenger vehicles have crossed the Channel aboard the Shuttles.

The comparison between this first quarter of 2022 and that of 2021 shows the relevance of Eurotunnel's offer as soon as the health constraints are lifted.

Traffic figures for the month of April will be published on Tuesday 10 May 2022 before the markets open.

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Email: press@getlinkgroup.com

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Jean-Baptiste Roussille on +33 (0)1 40 98 04 81

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Michael Schuller on +44 (0) 1303 288749

Email: Michael.schuller@getlinkgroup.com

Source: GETLINK S.E.

FAQ

What are the traffic figures for Getlink in March 2022?

In March 2022, Getlink transported 139,283 trucks and 122,319 passenger vehicles.

How much did truck traffic increase for Getlink in March 2022?

Truck traffic increased by 13% in March 2022 compared to March 2021.

What percentage increase in passenger vehicles did Getlink report for March 2022?

Getlink reported a 220% increase in passenger vehicles transported in March 2022.

How many trucks have crossed the Channel with Getlink since January 2022?

Nearly 375,000 trucks have crossed the Channel aboard Getlink's Shuttles since January 2022.

When will Getlink’s traffic figures for April be published?

Getlink’s April traffic figures will be published on May 10, 2022, before markets open.