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In a recent development, the ongoing dispute between Mitteldeutsche Airports AG (MFAG) and Ryanair has taken a new turn. The top-level meeting scheduled for late August 2025, involving the Saxon Minister-President, Ryanair CEO, and Goetz Ahmelmann (MFAG), was cancelled by Ryanair itself.
The CEO of Mitteldeutsche Airports AG who was supposed to participate in the meeting is not explicitly named in the available search results. However, the results mention Nico Neumann as CEO of Deutsche Aircraft starting July 2025, but do not specify the CEO of Mitteldeutsche Airports AG or confirm their participation in the meeting.
The accusations and counter-accusations between MFAG and Ryanair are part of a media narrative that has been unfolding for some time now. MFAG spokeswoman Maret Montavon accused Ryanair manager Marcel Pouchain Meyer of distorting the facts, while Ryanair claimed 'fixed costs' of over 50 € per passenger, with approximately 30 € being state-imposed fees, including air traffic tax (15.50 €) and aviation security fees (up to 15 €).
Montavon calls on politics to make airport locations more cost-effective, asserting that a reduction in aviation security fees is not possible or sensible at present. She also stated that MFAG will not accept "discount roulette" or "blackmail attempts" and expects fair treatment from airlines.
MFAG did not find understanding in Ryanair’s complaints about high fixed costs per passenger in Dresden and Leipzig/Halle, as flights to these airports were suspended due to lack of profitability at the start of this year’s summer season.
Ryanair Country Manager Marcel Pouchain Meyer accused MFAG of mismanagement and lack of willingness to discuss cost adjustments. However, MFAG maintains that they are not surprised by the accusations from Ryanair, as airlines worldwide often threaten airports with withdrawal or public blame for special treatment.
The article does not provide any new information about the canceled top-level meeting, any immediate solution to the high fees, or information about any new negotiations or meetings between MFAG and Ryanair. Montavon asserts that MFAG will continue to strive for fair treatment and cost-effective solutions for all parties involved.
